Add up last month's groceries, takeout and snack runs. That's your baseline to beat.

Plan five dinners before you shop. Leftovers cover the rest and impulse buys drop.

Build meals around what's on sale, not the other way around.

Store brands on staples like flour, canned goods and cereal can cost much less.

The price per ounce on the shelf tag shows the real deal, not the big sticker.

Frozen fruit and veg are nutritious, cheap and don't spoil in three days.

Tap-to-clip coupons in your store app take five minutes and save every trip.

First in, first out. Freeze bread. Have one leftovers night a week.

Aldi, Lidl and similar stores can be much cheaper for basics.