"Like most parents, I spend a lot of time thinking about what's for dinner, how much it will cost, and whether my kids will actually eat it. My usual weekly grocery bill is...not cheap. So about six months ago, when I saw my friend Bekah sharing her Grocery Outlet deals, a store that's known for shockingly low prices on name brands and organics, I decided I was going to get strict with my budget."
"If you're not familiar, Grocery Outlet is a discount grocery chain that buys closeout, overstock, and seasonal items from big brands, then sells them at 40-70% off regular retail. Take a variety pack of Annie's snacks: Target sells it for $10.59 (cue my son's and my shocked faces), but at Grocery Outlet, it was only $2.99! Think of it like a sure bet treasure hunt: You never know exactly what you'll find since the stock changes regularly, but you are nearly guaranteed to score big!"
"And here's where I'm a little more careful: Produce - Can be hit or miss. Sometimes it's amazing, sometimes it's better to supplement at another store. I usually have luck with things like apples, citrus, and potatoes, but berries and salad greens are almost always a no-go unless I am eating them that day. Proteins - Mostly, you have to be very wary of the dates, as most things will expire in two to three days, but you can find hidden gems."
Grocery Outlet resells closeout, overstock, and seasonal items from major brands at roughly 40–70% off normal retail, offering deep discounts on snacks, pantry staples, and specialty products. The store frequently carries organic granola bars, crackers, yogurt pouches, flour, olive oil, condiments, cheeses, nut butters, kombucha, and plant-based milks at far lower prices than typical retailers. Produce quality varies: apples, citrus, and potatoes are dependable, while berries and salad greens spoil quickly. Proteins often have short sell-by windows and require careful date checks, but can be significantly cheaper than competitors. Weekly meal planning centers on the best protein deals.
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