{"id":5575,"date":"2023-07-13T00:33:52","date_gmt":"2023-07-12T17:33:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=5575"},"modified":"2023-07-13T00:33:52","modified_gmt":"2023-07-12T17:33:52","slug":"tips-for-saving-on-groceries-wellgood","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=5575","title":{"rendered":"Tips for Saving on Groceries| Well+Good"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"drop-cap text-big text-gray\"> <span class=\"drop-cap__first text-dropcap \">I<\/span>f you keep tabs on the wellness world and follow select celeb or influencer accounts, there\u2019s a decent chance you\u2019ve heard of Erewhon. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.erewhonmarket.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.erewhonmarket.com\/\">This organic Los Angeles food market<\/a>, which currently has nine locations sprawled from Calabasas to Beverly Hills to Silver Lake, has evolved into something akin to a cultural touchstone. It\u2019s famed for a few things\u2014including smoothie collaborations with celebs <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/hailey-bieber-erewhon-smoothie\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/hailey-bieber-erewhon-smoothie\/\">like Hailey Bieber<\/a>, limited-edition partnerships with premiere CPG brands, and even, it turns out, for being a hotspot to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lamag.com\/culturefiles\/now-that-the-pandemic-is-finally-mostly-over-l-a-singles-are-ditching-dating-apps-and-venturing-into-the-real-world-in-search-of-love-and-finding-it-in-of-all-places-erewhon-supermarkets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.lamag.com\/culturefiles\/now-that-the-pandemic-is-finally-mostly-over-l-a-singles-are-ditching-dating-apps-and-venturing-into-the-real-world-in-search-of-love-and-finding-it-in-of-all-places-erewhon-supermarkets\/\">scope out your next date<\/a>. But above all, anyone who\u2019s shopped there is aware of the hit to your wallet that comes with the status symbol of holding an Erewhon-branded cup or grocery bag.<\/div>\n<p>Yes, it just might be the most expensive grocery store you\u2019ll ever go to. But according to holistic nutritionist and wellness chef <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/shaunafaulisi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/shaunafaulisi\/\">Shauna Faulisi<\/a>\u2014who shops at Erewhon almost daily for her A-list clients\u2014you don\u2019t necessarily need to dip into your savings to grocery shop like the stars.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-captioned=\"\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CrYvt4epenG\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\"><\/blockquote>\n<p>Fortunately, Faulisi&#8217;s picked up a few pro hacks that can make your final tally a bit less daunting. And don\u2019t worry: If you\u2019re not in LA or prefer to shop elsewhere, she offers additional FYIs and budget-friendly tips you\u2019ll definitely want to read before your next grocery haul.<\/p>\n<div class=\"related-content \" style=\"\" data-module-init=\"related-content\" data-module-immediate=\"\" v-cloak=\"\">\n<div class=\"related-content__wrapper \" v-cloak=\"\" :class=\"{'is-loaded':isLoaded}\">\n<p> <span class=\"inline pr-6 text-seafoam-dark\">Related Stories<\/span> <\/p>\n<p> <related-content class=\"related-content__links\" parent-article-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/erewhon-market-savings\/\" current-title=\"\u2018I\u2019m a Private Chef Who Shops Erewhon Daily for My Celeb Clients\u2014Here, 5 Clever \u2018Workarounds\u2019 To Save Big on Your Bill\u2019\" current-image=\"Stocksy_txpbefcba88dLk300_Small_1291099-425x285.jpg\" v-on:parsely-posts-loaded=\"onPostsLoaded\" start-date=\"2023-01-12\" tag=\"div\" inline-template=\"\" url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/erewhon-market-savings\/\" secret=\"w5ztterVB03LGZJLfXS0hf3EvQBuFFIWew9hmVQxthU\" apikey=\"wellandgood.com\" limit=\"3\"> <\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"related-content__card mb-[10px] sm:mb-[20px]\" :class=\"{'related-content__card--full':posts.length === 1}\" v-for=\"(post, key) in posts\"> <a v-on:click.prevent=\"trackLinkGA($event, key)\" :href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/erewhon-market-savings\/post.url\" data-url-source=\"related-content\" class=\"related-content__link\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"related-content__card--image bg-tan\" :style=\"{ backgroundImage: 'url(' + post.image_url + ')' }\"> <img :src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/erewhon-market-savings\/post.image_url\" :alt=\"post.title\"\/> <\/div>\n<p> <\/a>  <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p> <\/related-content> <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>5 tips to maximize the value of your Erewhon haul<\/h2>\n<h3>1. Go \u00e0 la carte at the hot bar<\/h3>\n<p>In many cases, a combo meal at a grocer\u2019s prepared food counter will save you money. But this general rule doesn\u2019t always apply at Erewhon\u2019s hot bar\u2014namely when you opt for a protein with two sides. That\u2019s because full plates are priced by the weight of your protein, rather than adjusting based on the various price points.<\/p>\n<p>Faulisi gives a scenario of opting for fish: the most expensive protein source at $27 per pound. \u201cLet\u2019s say you order salmon and choose heavier sides like cauliflower and gluten-free mac and cheese,\u201d she begins. \u201cThese heavier side selections will weigh in higher, and be more expensive, than if you selected lighter items like salad and asparagus as your sides.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Basically, this means that you\u2019ll pay a premium for the non-protein sides, which will pretty much always be less expensive on their own. (I recently tried this hack out for myself and saved just shy of $10.)<\/p>\n<h3>2. Be selective with prepared foods<\/h3>\n<p>Faulisi says that the more hands it takes to make an item\u2014through prep work, cooking, plating, etc.\u2014the more expensive it\u2019ll be. She provides the example of Erewhon\u2019s buffalo cauliflower (which, FWIW, I <em>highly<\/em> recommend), which will be more expensive than something like plain steamed broccoli. \u201cThe same goes for sliced protein versus rotisserie chicken, soaked and prepared kelp noodles versus plain potato wedges, and more,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n<p>In most cases, the same rule of thumb will apply to prepared foods\u2014including the likes of washed and sliced fruit and other refrigerated fare\u2014at grocers beyond Erewhon, too. As tasty and convenient as these grab-and-go bites are, it literally pays to be more selective about which items are worth the cost of convenience. To be more budget-conscious, \u201cStick to minimally prepared and processed items,\u201d Faulisi advises. \u201cBetter yet, carve out time to prepare the raw items yourself and really save your hard-earned money.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3>3. Figure out what\u2019s worth the splurge<\/h3>\n<p>Naturally, this hack can also apply to wherever you go grocery shopping. The value of a given item could be based on anything from its taste and convenience to novelty or brand initiatives. For example, Faulisi loves to test out new items that are healthful and mission-driven. \u201cErewhon is a dream when it comes to discovering. They curate an amazing assortment of innovative brands that pride themselves on clean, minimally processed, and sustainable ingredients and\/or packaging,\u201d she says. \u201cTo me, along with the hot food bar\u2019s convenience, this is what Erewhon does best.\u201d She also notes that the items lining the shelves in Erewhon\u2019s (infamously narrow) aisles are highly accommodating for those with dietary restrictions.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u201cErewhon is a dream when it comes to discovering. They curate an amazing assortment of innovative brands that pride themselves on clean, minimally processed, and sustainable ingredients and\/or packaging. To me, along with the hot food bar\u2019s convenience, this is what Erewhon does best.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>As for Faulisi&#8217;s own go-to purchase? Erewhon\u2019s rotisserie chicken, which can end up being quite cost-effective by following her lead. She says that it\u2019s slightly pricier than what you\u2019ll find at other grocers, but \u201cexponentially better\u201d given its juiciness and rich flavor. If you live alone, she says it\u2019s a wonderful way to get in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/how-much-protein-per-meal\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/how-much-protein-per-meal\/\">few meals\u2019 worth of protein<\/a>. Bonus: It\u2019s one of the more economical semi-prepared items you can buy since it comes whole, rather than sliced.<\/p>\n<p>Plus, you can repurpose the carcass to make a DIY bone broth, thus bending your buck even further. Here\u2019s her how-to:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Remove all the meat from the bones while the chicken is still warm. \u201cOnce the chicken is refrigerated, it\u2019s much harder to remove the meat and much of it will go to waste,\u201d she cautions.<\/li>\n<li>Place the carcass in a pot with carrots, onion, celery, garlic, and your herbs of choice. \u201cLet this simmer covered and slightly uncovered all day and overnight, adding water when some evaporates,\u201d Faulisi continues.<\/li>\n<li>Season as needed, then strain and pour into jars to freeze or enjoy it straight away.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Lastly, Erewhon stocks quite a few brands and products that you can find at other retailers. Most of these items tend to be significantly pricier than what you\u2019d pay for the exact thing elsewhere. (On my recent hauls, I noticed this trend with most kombuchas, alt-milks, and snacks.) That said, keep an eye out for price points that creep up from your norm\u2014and consider saving the purchase for another time and place.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Erewhon stocks quite a few brands and products that you can find at other retailers. Most of these items tend to be significantly pricier than what you\u2019d pay for the exact thing elsewhere.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h3>4. Build a smarter smoothie<\/h3>\n<p>Again, one of Erewhon\u2019s claims to fame is its smoothies, whether it\u2019s a limited-time collab or a tonic bar staple. As fun as they are to try, they\u2019re not known to be economical; many will set you back close to $20. Given the high cost, Faulisi offers a few tips to make the most out of it:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Modify an existing smoothie versus starting from scratch.<\/strong> According to Faulisi, making a few changes to an existing Erewhon smoothie has the potential to save you more money than building your own from scratch. \u201cAt Whole Foods or other grocers, I find it doesn&#8217;t make much of an impact either way,\u201d she adds.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Be wary of mark-ups.<\/strong> Despite the tip above, there will be times when certain modifications will cost extra. To be more mindful with your budget, take a few moments to do some mental math\u2014or simply ask your barista for guidance. \u201cIf you want to swap a protein, it may increase your smoothie price by a few dollars,\u201d says Faulisi. \u201cHowever, I find that Erewhon is pretty good at keeping the smoothie at or around the same cost when slightly modifying within reason.\u201d<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add protein to make your smoothie more nutritionally balanced.<\/strong> Not all Erewhon smoothies include protein\u2014including some of the buzzy brand and celeb collabs. But Faulisi says it\u2019s worth paying a bit more to add it to make a greater investment in your health. \u201cThey\u2019re typically not well-balanced from a nutrition perspective that I follow in my practice with protein, fiber, fat, and low sugar,\u201d she shares. Adding protein \u201chelps you stay fuller for longer, ensuring your $17 smoothie sustains you properly.\u201d To make her customized smoothies even more balanced, she asks for light fruit and adds flaxseed to sustain blood sugar levels.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make your own Erewhon smoothie dupe.<\/strong> \u201cPurchasing smoothies versus making them at home is always going to be more expensive, as you\u2019re paying for convenience,\u201d Faulisi explains. In most cases, you can easily find what ingredients\u2014and sometimes even specific brands\u2014go into a single recipe, so you can DIY to your heart\u2019s content (and your wallet\u2019s benefit).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>5. Consider investing in an Erewhon membership<\/h3>\n<p>Another thing that sets Erewhon apart from other grocery stores is that you have to pay to get discounts through a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.erewhonmarket.com\/membership\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.erewhonmarket.com\/membership\/\">yearly membership<\/a>. Yes, this sounds counterintuitive\u2014but if you\u2019re a regular Erewhon shopper (or an <em>aspiring<\/em> Erewhon shopper, at that), the potential to profit exists. Faulisi has Erewhon\u2019s Membership Plus\u2014priced at $200 a year for perks like $1 back in points for every $10 spent, a free tonic drink each month, and 25 percent off a rotating selection of brands. As a frequent shopper, she says the membership \u201cpays for itself tenfold.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>More approachable is the Cafe Membership for half the cost, which includes $1 back in points for every $10 spent on cafe and tonic bar purchases, plus a free monthly tonic drink. This option is your best bet if the hot bar, grab-and-go sandwiches, and salads are calling your name\u2026 and especially if you *have* to try out the latest and greatest smoothie drop.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><script async defer src=\"https:\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\"><\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><div data-type=\"_mgwidget\" data-widget-id=\"1675549\">\r\n<\/div>\r\n<script>(function(w,q){w[q]=w[q]||[];w[q].push([\"_mgc.load\"])})(window,\"_mgq\");\r\n<\/script>\r\n<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you keep tabs on the wellness world and follow select celeb or influencer accounts, there\u2019s a decent chance you\u2019ve heard of Erewhon. 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