Stumptown Savings' Archive - Deals, Guides & News

Oct 28, 2025

How a Montavilla Mom Navigates a Week of Unexpected Meal Plan Changes

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.

Bryan M. Vance

Oct 24, 2025

Inflation Cooled Nationally, But Why Does it Still Feel Hot in Portland?

Is the latest inflation news good news? Well, it depends on where you live.

Bryan M. Vance

Oct 23, 2025

Portland Grocery Deals (Oct. 22-28): $0.99/lb. Chicken & Bone-in Turkey Breast

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!

Bryan M. Vance

Oct 21, 2025

Navigating Food Assistance in Oregon and SW Washington

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.

Bryan M. Vance, Meals on Wheels People

Oct 16, 2025

Portland Grocery Deals (Oct. 15-21): Rock-Bottom Potatoes & $5 Lobster Tails

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.

Bryan M. Vance

Oct 15, 2025

Which Is Cheaper, Costco or WinCo? I Tracked Prices To Find Out

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.

Bryan M. Vance

Oct 14, 2025

How a Portland Musician Uses a CSA and Double Up Food Bucks to Eat Well on $75 a Week

A Portland musician and editor shares his grocery diary, shopping philosophy, and tips for using a CSA with Oregon’s Double Up Food Bucks program to stay on a $75 weekly budget.

Bryan M. Vance

Oct 9, 2025

Portland Grocery Deals (Oct. 9-14): Apple Season Is Here!

Chuck’s and Roth’s are celebrating peak apple season with a wide selection of locally grown apples are great prices. Also, there’s an Apple Fest in Portland this weekend.

Bryan M. Vance

Oct 7, 2025

The Ultimate Portland Pumpkin Patch Guide: 25+ Farms for Fall Family Fun

With over 25 farms in the metro area, finding the perfect pumpkin patch can be overwhelming. Our guide breaks down the best spots by price, location, and experience, from Sauvie Island's iconic farms to Washington County's hidden gems.

Bryan M. Vance

Oct 2, 2025

Portland Grocery Deals (Oct. 1-7): BOGO Chicken, 79¢ Avocados & Peppers + 3 Easy Meal Ideas

Your weekly guide to Portland grocery savings is here! This week, find deals on BOGO chicken breasts at QFC, 79¢ avocados and bell peppers at Albertsons/Safeway, and BOGO pork tenderloins at Fred Meyer.

Bryan M. Vance

How a Montavilla Mom Navigates a Week of Unexpected Meal Plan Changes

Inflation Cooled Nationally, But Why Does it Still Feel Hot in Portland?

Portland Grocery Deals (Oct. 22-28): $0.99/lb. Chicken & Bone-in Turkey Breast

Navigating Food Assistance in Oregon and SW Washington

Portland Grocery Deals (Oct. 15-21): Rock-Bottom Potatoes & $5 Lobster Tails

Which Is Cheaper, Costco or WinCo? I Tracked Prices To Find Out

How a Portland Musician Uses a CSA and Double Up Food Bucks to Eat Well on $75 a Week

Portland Grocery Deals (Oct. 9-14): Apple Season Is Here!

The Ultimate Portland Pumpkin Patch Guide: 25+ Farms for Fall Family Fun

Portland Grocery Deals (Oct. 1-7): BOGO Chicken, 79¢ Avocados & Peppers + 3 Easy Meal Ideas

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