As a recent college grad living alone, I’ve gotten pretty crafty with my food budget. Aldi is my MVP for basics—beans, rice, eggs, and frozen veggies are dirt cheap. Trader Joe’s has some solid deals on unique snacks and frozen meals when I want to mix things up. I hit the Sunday farmers market right before closing; vendors drop prices to clear out produce. Local oriental markets are clutch for bulk noodles and sauces. Walmart is my backup for pantry staples. I meal prep on Sundays, keep it simple, and never let anything go to waste. It’s all about stacking small wins at each spot. #Food knowledge #budgeteats #groceryhacks