Oct 30, 2025
With SNAP benefits for 750,000 Oregonians at risk, here's how we can help each other — starting with free Savers Club memberships to those in need and the best grocery deals across Portland.
Get ready for November in Portland! Our massive, curated list covers everything from Thanksgiving farmers markets and holiday cooking classes to free tree lightings and local craft fairs. Plan your month and find your next adventure right here.
Oct 29, 2025
In response to the looming SNAP crisis, Stumptown Savings is offering free Savers Club memberships to anyone who needs one. Here’s the story behind this decision, and how we can face this moment together.
Is a premium price tag worth it when it comes to this unsung hero of the dessert world? We blind-tasted vanilla ice cream from Costco, Trader Joe's, New Seasons, and more to find the undisputed store-brand champion of taste, texture, and value.
Oct 28, 2025
A heatwave, four grocery trips, and a busted meal plan. See how a Portland radio DJ handled a chaotic week of shopping at WinCo and Trader Joe's, and get her go-to recipes for crispy tofu, and curry chicken salad.
Oct 24, 2025
Is the latest inflation news good news? Well, it depends on where you live.
Oct 23, 2025
This week's Portland-area grocery deals are all about fall comfort, with big savings on roasts, apples, pumpkins, and pantry staples. Plus, I need your help building a local holiday gift guide!
Oct 21, 2025
With the cost of groceries on the rise and federal food support under threat, stretching your food budget is more important than ever. Discover how to leverage food assistance programs, shop strategically, and find the best senior discounts.
Oct 16, 2025
This week's best Portland grocery deals include potatoes for 49 cents a pound, wild-caught lobster tails for $5 each, and BOGO deals on local Tillamook cheese and Dave's Killer Bread.
Oct 15, 2025
The September Portland Price Tracker is here. I break down the data from 19 stores, revealing the budget champions, the most volatile items, and whether a Costco membership can beat WinCo’s price dominance.
