Bryan M. Vance

I'm Bryan, a journalist and digital strategist based in wet and wonderful Portland, Oregon. I'm also the founder of Stumptown Savings and the Feed Your Curiosity newsletter.

Portland Grocery Prices In February 2026: 7 Months of Tracking Show What Really Matters

Mar 17, 2026

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10 min read

Portland Grocery Prices In February 2026: 7 Months of Tracking Show What Really Matters

We've tracked 20 standard grocery items across 20 Portland stores for seven months (unlike that other local news outlet). February's data shows budget chains are getting cheaper while conventional stores jumped 7.9% in a single month. Here's why store choice matters more than any coupon.

Portland Grocery Deals (March 11-17): St. Patrick's Day Dinners + Local Whole Chickens For $1.59/lb.

Mar 12, 2026

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12 min read

Portland Grocery Deals (March 11-17): St. Patrick's Day Dinners + Local Whole Chickens For $1.59/lb.

This week's St. Patrick's Day Portland-area grocery sales inspire Dublin Coddle, cottage pie, and more comfort food classics. Plus: Where to score large cage-free eggs for $0.99/dozen, tri-tip roasts at $6.99/lb., and local whole chickens at $1.59/lb.

Your Complete Guide To Birthday Deals & Discounts in Portland, Oregon

Mar 10, 2026

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11 min read

Your Complete Guide To Birthday Deals & Discounts in Portland, Oregon

Skip the hunt. From free coffee and pizza to spa treatments and shopping discounts, here's every birthday freebie and deal available in Portland, Oregon.

Portland Grocery Deals (March 4-10): Reverse-Seared Steak & a Spring Pantry Load Up

Mar 5, 2026

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13 min read

Portland Grocery Deals (March 4-10): Reverse-Seared Steak & a Spring Pantry Load Up

This week's best Portland grocery deals: fresh chicken at $1.99/lb., Fuji apples for 99¢/lb., plus seasonal recipes that cost $5 or less per serving — including a reverse-sear steak recipe that is restaurant quality.

Mar 3, 2026

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16 min read

We Tasted 11 Portland Store Brand Tortilla Chips To Find the Best

We put 11 store-brand tortilla chips from Portland grocers to a blind taste test. From a $1.97 budget surprise to a local favorite's crushing defeat, here is which bag of tortilla chips is worth your money.

Behind the Cart March 2026: New Member Perks & Help Plan Our Next Event!

Mar 1, 2026

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6 min read

Behind the Cart March 2026: New Member Perks & Help Plan Our Next Event!

New Savers Club Quarterly perks launching in April —stickers, a zine, and more on the way just for members. Plus: February recap, referral program details, spring meetup vote, and a chance to help shape our crowdsourced cookbook.

Portland, Oregon, Events for March 2026: 300+ Free & Low-Cost Things to Do

Feb 27, 2026

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27 min read

Portland, Oregon, Events for March 2026: 300+ Free & Low-Cost Things to Do

Spring is here and Portland is bustling. We've curated 300+ free and low-cost events for March: cooking classes, Portland Dining Month (3-course meals for $35!), repair cafés, gardening workshops, and so much more. Your calendar awaits.

Portland Grocery Deals (Feb. 26-March 3): $1.99 Butter and $0.50/lb. Potatoes

Feb 26, 2026

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12 min read

Portland Grocery Deals (Feb. 26-March 3): $1.99 Butter and $0.50/lb. Potatoes

Beat the winter blues back with $1.99 butter, 18-count eggs for $2.50, and $0.50/lb. potatoes. We’ve got the best Portland grocery deals this week from 20+ stores, including WinCo, Fred Meyer, and New Seasons, plus a soul-warming Pasta e Fagioli recipe.

Free Food Resources: Groceries and Meals in Portland, Oregon and Beyond

Feb 24, 2026

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8 min read

Free Food Resources: Groceries and Meals in Portland, Oregon and Beyond

Cost of living in the Rose City is rising, but no one should go hungry. From community fridges to culturally specific pantries, here is how to navigate Portland’s decentralized web of food support with dignity.

Portland Grocery Deals (Feb. 18-24): $1.79 Cage-Free Eggs and $0.58/lb. Oranges

Feb 19, 2026

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11 min read

Portland Grocery Deals (Feb. 18-24): $1.79 Cage-Free Eggs and $0.58/lb. Oranges

Grocery prices are rising, but we found the wins: $1.79 cage-free eggs, $1.49 milk and cheese, and $0.78/lb. chicken drumsticks. Plus, gluten-free deals at New Seasons and WinCo and more.

How Portland Grocery Prices Changed In January 2026: The ‘Split Market’ Correction

Feb 17, 2026

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9 min read

How Portland Grocery Prices Changed In January 2026: The ‘Split Market’ Correction

January 2026’s grocery data shows a divided Portland. While the average total basket price tracked fell 2.68%, budget shoppers at WinCo and Walmart saw prices rise, while specialty market shoppers saw relief.

The End of an Era: Sheridan Fruit Company to Close After 110 Years

Feb 12, 2026

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4 min read

The End of an Era: Sheridan Fruit Company to Close After 110 Years

After 110 years, the iconic Sheridan Fruit Company is closing for good on Friday, Feb. 13, 2026.

Oregon Lawmakers Join National Push to Ban ‘Surveillance Pricing’ in Grocery Aisles

Feb 12, 2026

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5 min read

Oregon Lawmakers Join National Push to Ban ‘Surveillance Pricing’ in Grocery Aisles

Oregon lawmakers are joining a national fight to ban "surveillance pricing" — AI-driven tech that lets grocery stores change prices in real-time based on your personal data and ZIP code.

Portland Grocery Deals (Feb. 11-17): $3.99 Lobster Tails and $1.99 Eggs

Feb 12, 2026

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10 min read

Portland Grocery Deals (Feb. 11-17): $3.99 Lobster Tails and $1.99 Eggs

This week’s best Portland grocery deals include $3.99 lobster tails at Albertsons/Safeway, $1.99 milk at Fred Meyer, and $0.48/lb oranges at WinCo. Additionally, we’ve got meal-planning tips for a Portland winter and recipes under $20.

How Stumptown Savings’ Founder Feeds His Family On $150 a Week

Feb 9, 2026

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14 min read

How Stumptown Savings’ Founder Feeds His Family On $150 a Week

Stumptown Savings’ founder, Bryan, shares his January grocery diary. See how he feeds his family of two for under $150 while shopping at WinCo and Fred Meyer, cooking Persian feasts, and enjoying a meal out.

How to Save Big at WinCo: A Strategic Guide for Portland Shoppers

Feb 6, 2026

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10 min read

How to Save Big at WinCo: A Strategic Guide for Portland Shoppers

Learn the secrets behind WinCo’s low prices and how a little strategy can significantly cut your grocery costs week after week.

Portland Grocery Deals (Feb. 4-10): $1.99 Darigold Butter and Super Bowl Wings

Feb 5, 2026

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11 min read

Portland Grocery Deals (Feb. 4-10): $1.99 Darigold Butter and Super Bowl Wings

This week's a "Grand Slam" for snacks: $1.99/lb. Darigold butter at Chef’store (through Feb. 8), $1.28/lb. chicken at WinCo, and big savings on tri-tip. Plus, why “99% Invisible” is talking about Stumptown Savings.

The Thursday Cheat Sheet: Are You Seeing All the Deals?

Feb 3, 2026

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4 min read

The Thursday Cheat Sheet: Are You Seeing All the Deals?

Here is your quick guide — a cheat sheet, if you will — on how to navigate the weekly Stumptown Savings grocery deals roundup so you never miss a deal at your favorite store.

Behind the Cart: Franz Tour Secrets & February Goals

Feb 1, 2026

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9 min read

Behind the Cart: Franz Tour Secrets & February Goals

We take you inside the historic Franz bakery (bread highways!), check in on our 2026 goals, and ask for your help choosing the next store-brand taste test. Plus: how you can stand up for local businesses this month!

Portland Grocery Deals (Jan. 28-Feb. 3): $1.99 Local Butter and Cheap Pork Roasts

Jan 29, 2026

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12 min read

Portland Grocery Deals (Jan. 28-Feb. 3): $1.99 Local Butter and Cheap Pork Roasts

We found local butter for $1.99/lb., $0.99 organic avocados, and pork roasts for just $1.49/lb. Plus, a Spanish Tortilla recipe to use up those cheap potatoes.

February 2026 Events in Portland: Winter Light Fest, Dumpling Week & Free Classes

Jan 28, 2026

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20 min read

February 2026 Events in Portland: Winter Light Fest, Dumpling Week & Free Classes

February isn't for hibernating! We’ve curated a massive calendar of Portland events, including the Winter Light Festival, Black History Month celebrations, Portland Dumpling Week, and dozens of workshops to learn new skills.

What 9 Months in Portland’s Egg Cases Taught Me About Grocery Games

Jan 27, 2026

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13 min read

What 9 Months in Portland’s Egg Cases Taught Me About Grocery Games

We tracked 4,600 egg prices across Portland for nine months. The result? A "zip code penalty" of 26%, an "organic tax" that punishes healthy choices at budget stores, and one clear winner for 2026.

Portland Grocery Deals (Jan. 21-27): $0.99 Eggs and the Basics Market Buyout

Jan 22, 2026

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12 min read

Portland Grocery Deals (Jan. 21-27): $0.99 Eggs and the Basics Market Buyout

Market of Choice is acquiring Basics Market — we have the scoop. Plus, where to get eggs for under $1/dozen, and whole chickens for $0.99/lb.

Market of Choice to Acquire Hillsdale’s Basics Market in Move CEO Calls a 'Legacy Project'

Jan 16, 2026

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5 min read

Market of Choice to Acquire Hillsdale’s Basics Market in Move CEO Calls a 'Legacy Project'

The deal marks a return to small-format stores for the Eugene-based grocer, fulfilling a vision set by its late founder.

Portland Grocery Deals (Jan. 14-20): $1.99 Eggs and Cheap Pork Loins

Jan 15, 2026

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13 min read

Portland Grocery Deals (Jan. 14-20): $1.99 Eggs and Cheap Pork Loins

Egg prices are dropping at Chuck's and Roth's, plus $1.99/lb. pork roasts at three major stores. We've also got BOGO Tillamook cheese and a guide to the cheapest staples in town.

Bryan M. Vance

Portland Grocery Prices In February 2026: 7 Months of Tracking Show What Really Matters

Portland Grocery Deals (March 11-17): St. Patrick's Day Dinners + Local Whole Chickens For $1.59/lb.

Your Complete Guide To Birthday Deals & Discounts in Portland, Oregon

Portland Grocery Deals (March 4-10): Reverse-Seared Steak & a Spring Pantry Load Up

We Tasted 11 Portland Store Brand Tortilla Chips To Find the Best

Behind the Cart March 2026: New Member Perks & Help Plan Our Next Event!

Portland, Oregon, Events for March 2026: 300+ Free & Low-Cost Things to Do

Portland Grocery Deals (Feb. 26-March 3): $1.99 Butter and $0.50/lb. Potatoes

Free Food Resources: Groceries and Meals in Portland, Oregon and Beyond

Portland Grocery Deals (Feb. 18-24): $1.79 Cage-Free Eggs and $0.58/lb. Oranges

How Portland Grocery Prices Changed In January 2026: The ‘Split Market’ Correction

The End of an Era: Sheridan Fruit Company to Close After 110 Years

Oregon Lawmakers Join National Push to Ban ‘Surveillance Pricing’ in Grocery Aisles

Portland Grocery Deals (Feb. 11-17): $3.99 Lobster Tails and $1.99 Eggs

How Stumptown Savings’ Founder Feeds His Family On $150 a Week

How to Save Big at WinCo: A Strategic Guide for Portland Shoppers

Portland Grocery Deals (Feb. 4-10): $1.99 Darigold Butter and Super Bowl Wings

The Thursday Cheat Sheet: Are You Seeing All the Deals?

Behind the Cart: Franz Tour Secrets & February Goals

Portland Grocery Deals (Jan. 28-Feb. 3): $1.99 Local Butter and Cheap Pork Roasts

February 2026 Events in Portland: Winter Light Fest, Dumpling Week & Free Classes

What 9 Months in Portland’s Egg Cases Taught Me About Grocery Games

Portland Grocery Deals (Jan. 21-27): $0.99 Eggs and the Basics Market Buyout

Market of Choice to Acquire Hillsdale’s Basics Market in Move CEO Calls a 'Legacy Project'

Portland Grocery Deals (Jan. 14-20): $1.99 Eggs and Cheap Pork Loins

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