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The Weekend Grocery Guide
Prices are shifting as we move from winter comfort food to spring prep. We are still eating storage veggies like potatoes and carrots here in the Peg. With Spring Break and April holidays coming up, watch for sales on baking staples. Superstore and No Frills have the best deals right now on everyday basics like eggs and butter to help your budget.
This week: Stock up on baking and comfort basics.
- Grab the cheapest butter at Superstore and No Frills.
- Buy family packs of root vegetables for easy storage.
| Food Item | Superstore | No Frills | FreshCo | Co-op | Sobeys | Save-On-Foods |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Butter (Salted) | $5.99 (No Name) | $6.00 (No Name) | N/A | $7.49 (Gold 454g) | N/A | N/A |
| Large Eggs (1 Doz) | $4.16 (No Name) | $4.05 (No Name) | $6.29 (Burnbrae) | $4.59 (Gold) | $6.09 (18 ct) | N/A |
| Milk (4L Jug) | $5.94 (Beatrice 1%) | $4.22 (2% Carton) | $6.35 (Lucerne 2%) | $6.89 (Landmark) | $6.35 (Lucerne 2%) | $6.35 (Dairyland 2%) |
| Ground Meat | N/A | N/A | $3.77 (Pork 454g) | $9.91 (Beef 500g) | $17.61/kg (Beef) | $8.50 (Beef Fresh) |
| Bread | $2.48 (Whole Wheat) | $3.69 (Wonder) | N/A | $4.29 (Dempster's) | N/A | N/A |
| Potatoes | $5.99 (Russet 10lb) | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | $5.99 (Russet 10lb) |
This Week
That chilly late winter weather is still hanging over the city. It is a great time to hit the World of Wheels at the RBC Convention Centre this weekend. If you love hockey, grab cheap tickets to see the Manitoba Moose at Canada Life Centre. Be careful on the sidewalks since freezing drizzle loves to sneak up on us overnight.
This week: Enjoy indoor events before the thaw.
- Check out classic cars at World of Wheels.
- Watch for sneaky ice on your morning walk.
Looking Ahead
Spring Break hits Manitoba schools from March 30 to April 3. Keep the kids busy at the Assiniboine Park Zoo and The Leaf or the Canadian Museum for Human Rights. For live music, catch the Goo Goo Dolls on March 28 or Celtic Woman on April 6. Job hunting? Hit the Winnipeg Career Fair on April 2. Later, get inspired at the Winnipeg Home + Garden Show from April 9 to 12 or laugh at the Winnipeg Comedy Festival starting April 21. Start prepping your grocery list for Passover on April 2 and Easter weekend now.
This week: Plan your upcoming spring break activities.
- Book tickets for local concerts and museum trips.
- Prep your grocery list for early April holidays.
Peg Life
Pothole season is back, turning Portage Ave into an obstacle course. As the snow melts, watch out for giant slush puddles so you do not splash pedestrians. Check your sump pump hose to make sure it drains far away from your house and not onto a Hydro green box. See a frozen street drain? Report it to 311 before your whole block turns into a lake.
This week: Protect your home and car from meltwater.
- Point your sump hose away from your house.
- Call 311 to report frozen street drains and potholes.
The Weekly Recipe: Perogies and Kielbasa Skillet
While we wait for real spring weather, try this cheap, classic Winnipeg comfort meal. Slice up some kielbasa and an onion, then fry them in a pan until browned. Toss in a frozen bag of perogies, cover, and let them steam. Take the lid off to crisp the edges, and serve with a huge scoop of sour cream.
This week: Fry up a fast local comfort meal.
- Sauté onions and kielbasa with frozen perogies.
- Use cheap freezer staples for an easy dinner.
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