My boyfriend (20) and I (18) have been living together for 2 years in an urban apartment. For us, it usually goes like this:

  1. Delivery
  2. Eating out
  3. Cooking at home

We visit our parents (and they visit us) often, and they give us lots of home-cooked food. We mostly cook at home just for fun.

I’m curious what it’s like for other people, especially in different age groups or family setups!

  • DominusOfMegadeus@sh.itjust.works
    4·
    27 days ago

    Would you be willing to discuss your grocery list on that budget? I recently allotted myself $175 per 2 week pay period for groceries for me, a single man living alone. I find myself going over. I think my biggest weakness is snacks, which are extremely difficult for me to not have on hand.

    • klemptor@startrek.website
      2·
      27 days ago

      Some thoughts:

      • Buy in bulk - if you compare unit prices, you’ll see the bulk version is usually cheaper
      • Make your own snacks - e.g., granola is pretty quick and easy to make at home
      • Try Aldi or Lidl
      • Give generic versions of things a try - a lot of the time they’re pretty close to the ‘real’ thing
      • Things that are convenient are usually more expensive. Just looking online quickly, I see the big tub of old-fashioned oats is $6.39 for 30 servings (=21¢/serving), vs a box of instant oatmeal at $3 for 8 servings (=38¢/serving). So to save money, choose the less convenient version.
      • Plan your meals before you shop, and pick up only what you need - this helps avoid impulse purchases