Smart family food shopping on a budget

Careful shopping can help you feed the family well without spending more than you need to.

Shop with a list

Planning meals and writing a list helps avoid impulse buys and reduces waste.

Compare value

Looking at the price per 100g or per kilogram helps you spot the best value, and own-brand items are often cheaper.

Budget-friendly choices

• Own-brand basics
• Frozen and tinned fruit and vegetables
• Tinned or dried beans and lentils
• Larger packs of staples when they work out cheaper

Involve the children

Older children can help find items and compare prices, which also teaches useful skills.