The internet has changed the way we do a lot of things, including our weekly & monthly errands. In the past, we had to physically go to the grocery stores near us and purchase what we needed. This took up valuable time, especially if we had to go during peak hours. Now, with online grocery shopping, we can shop from the comfort of our own homes.
This is not only convenient, but it can also save us money. There are many other benefits of online grocery shopping that we can take advantage of. Here are a few tips that you can use to make the most of what online grocery stores have to offer us today.
Create a grocery list
Do a stock count, and plan for the week/s ahead. See what items you’d need to buy, and split them into two groups; one for long shelf life items, which could be stored for a period of time, and another list for items with shorter shelf life, which usually have to/will be consumed within a few days. Why separate items into 2 lists, you might ask.
We do this to make sure that we can take advantage of bulk/bundled offers wherever possible. At the same, we also have to make sure that we don’t end up buying anything that we don’t need, minimizing wastage as much as possible, if not entirely.
How to find the best deals online
Just like physical stores, most online grocery stores also offer promotions and discounts on their websites. But unlike, regular stores, where you’d have to walk across multiple aisles to learn more about all the offers and promotions available, on an online grocery store, like RGrocery, you can find all of the offers and promotions all under one page. This is also where your grocery list can come in handy. You can refer to the current promotions and offers that are available, and design your grocery list around them.
This is a much more efficient way of getting the most value out of your money, compared to adapting your current grocery list around them. This can also help you stay under budget and save more money in the end.
Save Time while grocery shopping online
When you shop online, you can not only save money but also save time. You can shop from anywhere, at any time, from the comfort of your home, at the office, or on the way to work. Most online grocery stores have a website that you can browse through, search for the items you need, and add them to your cart within a few clicks.
In the past, you’d have to set some time aside after work, stuck in traffic, after a busy day, to go pick your groceries out, and bring them back home. Or, you had no choice but to sacrifice your precious time during weekends to run grocery errands. Now, with online grocery stores, you can relax and place your grocery order at your leisure. All you’d have to do is sit back and relax while they’re being delivered right to your doorstep.
The best time to shop online for groceries
One of the best facts about shopping online is the ability to place your orders at any time, however, the time you place your orders can determine when you can expect to receive your orders. Most online grocery stores usually ship their orders within 24 hours, while some fulfill orders on the same day if they’re placed within a certain timeframe.
This varies from store to store, but here’s something you can take into consideration. For example: if your order consists of a lot of fresh vegetables, it is a good practice to schedule your orders after 12pm, usually, grocery stores receive fresh fruits & vegetables early in the morning, and old or withered crops are discarded at this time. By ordering in the afternoon, you can be sure to receive fresher fruits & vegetables in your order.
If you’re ordering freshly baked goods, like bread, croissants, etc, then we’d recommend scheduling your orders early on, as this is when the dough, and other materials used to prepare these dishes, are at their best.
Another strategy that you can use, is to consider buying all your long-shelf life items on the first & last week of the month, as well as your immediate short-shelf life items like fruits & vegetables, milk, eggs, etc. Buy enough of them to last you till the 2nd & 3rd week of the month, as you will find great deals on these items. Another tip is to do enough research to find the best online grocery that offers the best deals & offers, at affordable prices. Make sure they deliver to you on a timely basis.
We hope these tips help you take better advantage of all the online grocery stores near you in Abu Dhabi.
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