Shopping For Food

Shopping For Food12-1 & 12-3

ObjectivesGive Guidelines for planning where

and when to shopExplain the benefits of preparing a

shopping listDiscuss ways to make the best use of

coupons

Terms to LearnFood CooperativesImpulse BuyingStaplesRebate

Where to ShopSupermarketsWarehouse storesFood cooperativesHeath Food StoresSpecialty StoresConvenience StoresFarmer’s Markets

Supermarkets Large stores that

sell not only food but also many other items and services Example:

Wal-MartTarget

Warehouse Stores Offer basic items with

few customer services Prices are usually lower Most are large but have

a limited variety of items

Shoppers must bag their own groceries Example:

Aldis Food For Less

Food Cooperatives Low Cost Option Food distribution

organizations mutually owned and operated by a group of people

Members buy food in quantity and do the sorting, unloading, and other work themselves

Health Food Stores Offer a wide range

of foods Likely to be more

expensive Often times will

include items that can not be found other places

Specialty StoresLimited to specific items such as

FishMeatBaked goodsEthnic foods

Prices are usually higherOften carry items that can not be

found in other stores

Convenience Stores Give fast service Open early and

close late Some open 24 hours

Do not carry a full line of groceries

Generally higher in prices

Farmer’s Markets Specialize in fresh fruits

and vegetables Selection depends on

the area and the season Usually closed during

cold months Locally grown foods that

are fresher and less expensive

How to decideIs the store clean?What are your priorities?What kinds of food do you shop for

most often?How far do you have to travel to shop?Are you willing to give up some

services in exchange for lower prices?

When to shop How often should you shop?

Depends on several factors How much storage space you have

Over half of all American families do their shopping once a week

What time of the day should you shop? One time of day NOT to shop is right before

mealtimes (or if your hungry)Studies show that people spend as much as 15%

more on food when they shop on empty stomachs Evening and Weekends are the most crowded

times

A Shopping ListSaves you time and moneyHelp to avoid IMPULSE BUYING

Buying items you did not plan on purchasing and do not really need

Can ruin any food budget

Making a Shopping List

1. Plan the meals you will serve for that shopping period Check newspaper ads to see what is on sale

2. Check your menus and recipes to see what ingredients you need to purchase Check your supply of basic items:

Staples Items you use on a regular basis such as flour, honey,

and nonfat dry milkFoods you keep on hand for emergencies

Frozen dinners Canned foods Cleaning supplies and paper products

Making a Shopping List

3. Organize Your ListGroup items that are found in the same

area of the store Make out your list according to the layout

of the store

Coupons Offer savings on the

price of a specific product

Found in Newspapers Magazines Product packages Mailed advertisements

Coupons Two Basic Types: Cents-off Coupons

Reduced prices when the coupon is presented to the cashier

Rebate Coupons Rebate

Partial refund from the manufacturer of a purchased good

You pay regular price at the store

Later you fill out the rebate coupon and mail it

A check for the rebate amount will be mailed to you

In the Supermarket12-3

ObjectivesDescribe ways of getting the most for

your money when food shoppingExplain how to choose and handle food

to preserve nutrition, quality, and safety

Give guidelines for courteous shopping

Terms to KnowBulk FoodComparison shopUnit priceStore brandsGeneric

How stores are organized

DepartmentsProduce

Fresh fruits and vegetables

Meat, Poultry, and Fish Refrigeration Section

Dairy, eggs, lunch meats, fresh pasta

Freezer Section

Bulk FoodsShelf-stable foods that are sold loose

in covered bins or barrels(often another department in stores)

Comparison ShoppingMatch prices and characteristics of

similar or like items to determine which offers the best value

Methods:Calculating unit priceComputing cost per servingTrying store brands or generic items

Unit PricesAn item’s price per ounce, quart,

pound, or other unitTo calculate: divide the total price of

the item by the number of unitsExample:

Spaghetti Sauce$1.32 for a 12 oz jar (1.32/12=.11 per oz)$1.52 for a 16 oz jar (1.52/16=9.5cents per oz)The larger jar is a better value

Cost Per Serving Determine how many servings a given

amount will provide Divide the price for that amount by the

number of servings it will provide Example:

Fish fillets cost 1.80 per poundYou can serve 4 per pound

1.80/4=.45Pound of chicken $1.06Serves 2

1.06/2=.53

Store Brands and Generics

Store brands: brands specially produced for the store Generally equal in quality to name brands but less

expensive Generic items:

items produced without a commercial or store brand name

Usually less expensive Labels not as eye-catching

Other Money Saving Ideas

Use your shopping list Look for sale items Pre-check the unit price of products you buy

regularly Consider Bulk Foods Don’t buy more food than you can store Be aware of strategies to encourage impulse

buying

Nutrition, Quality, and Food Safety

Read labels carefully Check the date on the package Use the “Nutrition Facts” Panels Avoid packages that are dirty, rusty, leaking,

or damaged in any other way Harmful bacteria could of gotten into the food

Avoid frozen food packages frosted with ice Package may have thawed a little and was refrozen

Keep fragile items in one part of your cart Plan your route through the store

Ensure your food stays at the correct temperature

Courtesy When Shopping

Do not race your cart through the store Keep to the right of the isles Avoid blocking the aisles or other busy areas Do not open container to look at or sample

contents Return a product to its proper place if you

decided not to buy it Handle produce gently

ReviewWhat is the formula for calculating Unit

Price? Price Per Serving?Why is it important to avoid buying

food in damaged containers?What are two guidelines for choosing a

time of day to shop?How can preparing a shopping list help

you save money?

Shopping ListTest your skills.Complete the Plan of Action

Worksheet.

Recipe Veggie Pizza * 1 (8 ounce) can refrigerated

crescent roll dough * 1 (8 ounce) package light cream

cheese, softened * 2 cups reduced fat sour cream * 1 tablespoon dried dill weed * 1 cup shredded carrots

Recipe Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Unroll crescent roll dough and lay flat on a baking

sheet (do not separate sections). Bake in preheated oven for 11 to 13 minutes, until golden brown. Remove and allow to cool.

While crust is baking, mix together cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Stir in dill. When crust is cool, spread cream cheese mixture evenly over top and cover with carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, and green pepper. Chill approximately 5 minutes, until cream cheese mixture is firm. Cut into 4 portions and serve.

Make a shopping list for me of the ingredients that are needed to complete your cooking lab for tomorrow.