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Shopping guides for Portland farmers markets, seasonal produce, butcher shops, grocery apps, and money-saving strategies for local food shoppers.

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

Oct 7, 2025

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13 min read

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

The Ultimate Guide to the Pacific Northwest's Fall Harvest

Sep 24, 2025

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1 min read

The Ultimate Guide to the Pacific Northwest's Fall Harvest

From crisp apples and sweet winter squash to wild chanterelles, here’s what to find, cook, and preserve this fall.

Bryan M. Vance

The Great Portland Grocery Store Doughnut Showdown

Aug 19, 2025

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11 min read

The Great Portland Grocery Store Doughnut Showdown

Which Portland-area supermarket makes the best doughnut? We tasted them all to find the surprising champion.

Bryan M. Vance

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

Aug 13, 2025

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9 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.

Bryan M. Vance

How to Make a Meal Plan You'll Actually Stick To

Jul 29, 2025

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11 min read

How to Make a Meal Plan You'll Actually Stick To

The secret to meal planning is starting with your needs and building from there. Use this simple framework to create a system you'll actually stick with.

Peggy Purdue

A Basket Full of Hope: How Portland’s Indigenous-led Cully Farmers Market is Revolutionizing Food Access

Jul 22, 2025

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9 min read

A Basket Full of Hope: How Portland’s Indigenous-led Cully Farmers Market is Revolutionizing Food Access

Discover how the Indigenous-led Cully Farmers Market is revolutionizing food access in Portland, with its pahtl o’-pe-kwan (or "Full Basket") program, providing vital support to families.

Bryan M. Vance

Battle of Portland’s Deli Salads: 9 Enter, With a Surprising Clear Winner

Jul 15, 2025

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12 min read

Battle of Portland’s Deli Salads: 9 Enter, With a Surprising Clear Winner

For Salad Week, Stumptown Savings teamed up with Bridgetown Bites to taste some of Portland’s best grocery store salads. The winner surprised us all.

Bryan M. Vance

Skip the Grocery Store Crowds: Your Complete Guide to Portland Food Delivery

Jul 9, 2025

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4 min read

Skip the Grocery Store Crowds: Your Complete Guide to Portland Food Delivery

We compared costs, fees, and perks across 15+ delivery services — from Fred Meyer to farm boxes — so you can find the best option for your budget and lifestyle.

Bryan M. Vance

Your Complete Guide to Pacific Northwest Summer Produce

Jun 18, 2025

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13 min read

Your Complete Guide to Pacific Northwest Summer Produce

Everything you need to know about what's in season, where to shop, and how to save on Oregon and SW Washington's best summer harvest.

Bryan M. Vance

Should You Get a Costco Membership? Use This Calculator to Find Out

Jun 13, 2025

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3 min read

Should You Get a Costco Membership? Use This Calculator to Find Out

This Stumptown Savings Costco Membership calculator helps you determine if a Costco membership is right for you, and which membership to get. An exclusive tool for Savers Club members.

Bryan M. Vance