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The TLDR:
Shopping this week is a toss-up, nothing is actually cheap but the more expensive stores are competing on price hard.
This week is Hockey and St Patrick’s Day!
HeadsUp! World of Wheels coming late march and homeowners should keep in mind seasonal chores coming up - especially sump pumps and drainage basins, drop those downspouts!
And of course, WATCH OUT FOR THE POTHOLES! A few tips included below:
The Weekend Grocery Guide
Winnipeg shoppers have a bit of a puzzle this weekend because the price gaps between local staples are wider than a pothole on Lagimodiere. Sobeys is coming in very strong this week if you are a Scene+ member, especially for ground beef and butter. If you want to minimize driving around the city, FreshCo offers a fantastic balance of deep discounts on frozen meats, fresh grapes, and reliable low prices on name brand pantry items. However, a two stop strategy splitting your trip between Sobeys for fresh meat and dairy, and Superstore or Co-op for bulk staples, will yield the absolute best savings.
This week: Split your grocery trip for maximum savings.
Sobeys: Best for fresh ground beef and butter.
Co-op: Best for bulk staples like 1kg peanut butter.
Food Item | Co-op | Superstore / No Frills | Sobeys | FreshCo | Save-On-Foods |
Butter (454g) | $7.49 (Gold) | $5.99 (No Name) | $5.49 (Compliments) | $5.77 (Dairyland) | $6.69 (Western Fam) |
Large Eggs (1 Doz) | $4.39 (Gold XL) | $3.99 (No Name) | $5.49 (Compliments) | N/A | $4.25 (Western Fam) |
Milk (4L Jug) | $5.79 (Landmark) | $5.94 (Beatrice) | N/A | N/A | $6.35 (Dairyland 2%) |
Ground Beef | $9.91 (Lean 500g) | $9.00 (Butcher's Choice) | $5.44/lb (Regular) | N/A | $8.50 (Fresh) |
Chicken (Poultry) | $15.50 (Breast 640g) | $16.00 (Breast PC) | $6.88 (Breast 450g) | $8.77 (Drum 3kg) | $13.22 (Breast) |
Thick Cut Bacon | $10.99 (Mitchell's) | $10.00 (PC 375g) | $12.99 (Mitchell's) | N/A | $9.99 (Western Fam) |
Seedless Grapes | $5.93 (900g) | $6.23 (Pack) | $2.77/lb | $2.77/lb | N/A |
Kraft Peanut Butter | $5.99 (1 kg) | N/A | $4.99 (500g) | $3.77 (500g) | $6.29 (500g) |
Heinz Ketchup | $4.99 (1L) | N/A | N/A | $5.00 (1L) / $6.99 (1.5L) | N/A |
Onions | $1.76 (Yellow 400g) | $1.99 (Yellow 3lb) | $1.99/lb (Red/Yel) | $3.99 (Red 3lb) | N/A |
Potatoes | N/A | $5.99 (Russet 10lb) | $4.99 (5lb bag) | $3.49 (Mini 680g) | $5.99 (Russet 10lb) |
Coffee | $17.99 (Maxwell 864g) | $15.97 (Maxwell 925g) | $19.99 (Tim's Pods) | $15.77 (Maxwell) | N/A |
This Week
The transition into spring is officially teasing us this week. If you are looking to get out of the house, the Manitoba Moose are kicking off a home stand at Canada Life Centre starting March 18th against Tucson. For those wanting to celebrate early, keep an eye out for St. Patrick's Day festivities popping up at local pubs and community centers all weekend. Make sure to bundle up if you are heading out, as the forecast still calls for some crisp temperatures and scattered snow flurries over the next few days.
This week: Celebrate safely but dress for the chill.
Indoor fun: Manitoba Moose hockey at Canada Life Centre.
St. Patrick’s Day Slippery Melting Snow
Outdoor prep: Expect crisp temperatures and scattered flurries.
dress for the evening if you’re going green this weekend on Ste Patrick’s Day!
Looking Ahead
Auto enthusiasts should start revving their engines for the Piston Ring World of Wheels rolling into the RBC Convention Centre from March 20th to 22nd. But before you head out to those events, it is time to start prepping your property for the big melt. We are in that critical window where testing your sump pump and making sure the discharge hose is pointed well away from your foundation is a must. You should also start shoveling any lingering snow banks away from your exterior walls to prevent basement leaks once the temperatures consistently stay above zero.
This week: Prep your property for the spring melt.
Fun ahead: World of Wheels at the convention centre.
Chores ahead: Shovel snow away from your foundation walls.
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Peg Life
The classic Winnipeg spring melt is slowly creeping up on us, turning our roads into the familiar pothole obstacle course we all navigate this time of year. While out doing exterior maintenance this week, the shifting ground and massive puddles popping up everywhere are obvious signs the thaw is here. Keep a close eye on the street drains near your driveway. If a catch basin looks frozen or blocked with ice, reporting it to 311 early can save your whole street from major pooling. Nibbles has even been spotting a few early robins braving the chill, so make sure your downspouts are kicked out far enough to save yourself a headache later this month.
This week: Clear street drains and extend your downspouts.
City action: Report blocked catch basins to 311.
Home action: Kick out downspouts to prevent pooling.
WATCH THE POTHOLES!
The Weekly Recipe:
Sheet Pan Honey Garlic Pork Chops
Since we found those incredible deals on boneless pork chops and 10lb bags of Russet potatoes in the grocery analysis, this meal is a budget friendly lifesaver that entirely avoids the usual chicken and rice routine. Simply dice up some potatoes and whatever root vegetables you have on hand, toss them in a bit of oil and salt, and spread them evenly on a baking sheet. Nestle the pork chops right in among the veggies. Whisk together a quick glaze of honey, minced garlic, and soy sauce to brush heavily over the meat. Roast everything in the oven at 400 degrees for about 25 minutes until the pork is cooked through and the potatoes are tender. It is a hearty, filling dinner that leaves you with only one single pan to clean at the end of the night.
This week: Roast a hearty, one pan pork dinner.
Save money: Utilize discounted pork and bulk potatoes.
Save time: Enjoy an easy cleanup with one pan.
