How Do You Buy Food In Bulk?
Buying in bulk goes beyond just cruising by the bulk bins at your grocery store and joining a members-only warehouse chain. You can also fatten your wallet. Buy in bulk strategically so all that food doesn’t spoil before you can eat it. Split quantities (and shopping runs) with a friend. Bulk foods Step 1 Frequent health-food stores, coops and grocery stores that stock bulk bins. Ensure that the food is fresh. Ask the store how often it refills bins or whether you can taste samples of items such as nuts or pretzels. Step 2 Bring a cup or teaspoon measures for bulk bins if you don’t want to buy more than you need. Step 3 When shopping for bulk items with expiration dates, grab from the back of the shelf. Step 4 Store dry goods in airtight plastic containers or glass jars with screw-top lids in a cool, dry place. Warehouse chains Step 1 Head to the perishables (milk, cheese, meats) for the best deals. For example, a 16-oz. log of goat cheese at Costco costs $4.89, while a 4-oz. package f
