Resource management – CCEAShopping for food

We must manage time, energy and money when choosing, preparing and shopping for food.

Part ofHome Economics: Food and Nutrition (CCEA)Shopping, storage and preparation

Shopping for food

Buy 1, get 1 free label on a packet of bacon

To manage time, energy and money when shopping for food you should:

  • compare prices between different food shops
  • use a shopping list and stick to it
  • compare the cost of bulk buying versus unit prices
  • check if the special offers available will actually save you money