Top bargains

Top bargains

Found locally

At Aldi’s, Mahoning Avenue, Austintown:

Carlini olive oil, $3.99.

Chateau Les Tour De Rouane wine, $7.99.

Giant Eagle, Mahoning Avenue, Austintown:

Coupons mailed directly to a customer’s home.

Getting reduced-price gasoline at GetGo, including points earned for buying prescriptions at the grocery store.

Advice from shoppers:

Avoid certain aisles, such as those containing candy and unhealthful snacks.

“Overstocking” on low-priced items, including meat.

Making menu decisions based on the best prices instead of whim.

Grouping as many shopping and errands into one trip as possible.

Shopping around for the best price.

Sources: Grocery store shoppers