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Shopping Tips for The Jewish Holidays

Shopping for the holidays can be emotionally and financially taxing. There is always an endless grocery list of items to purchase; some of whom we can really do without. Shoppers tend to buy more than they really need thus exceeding over the budget and not having enough money to buy the holiday essentials. Stores and supermarkets tend to be overcrowded around the holidays. There is much hustle and bustle searching for the best bargains as the shelves empty out. And there is a continuous checkout line that extends to the back of the store as people wait anxiously to finalize their purchases.  Shopping for the holidays doesn’t have to be that stressful and expensive Holidays are meant to be celebrated with joy and happiness; not to hyperventilate over. Below are some helpful tips that can save money and time.


Shopping List

It helps to have a shopping list. Compile a list of items that you need or will be using duration of the holidays. A shopping list saves time and the aggravation of going on a scavenger hunt for a particular item. Rather than throwing everything into your shopping cart, a list helps you concentrate on what you need to get. You don’t have to do all you’re shopping in one day. List your items in order of priority. Don’t get additional items outside of the list unless they are necessary.


Research

Find out in advance if your local store carries the produce or item you are looking for. It can be frustrating to waste hours on a futile search for an item. Call your local store or speak with the store manager. Ask them if they have what you are looking for. Some supermarkets may not have certain that you are looking groceries in stock but will allow you to place an order. Depending on what you want to purchase, it may behoove you to place your order weeks in advance before the holidays.


Guests

 If you plan on hosting guests, confirm the number of people who will be showing up. Inquire about dietary restrictions and food allergies that they may have. While hosts like to impress their guests with their exquisite delicacies, the results may be disappointing. It would be a shame preparing hours on a meal that you are excited to share only to discover that your guests can’t eat what you’ve made.  A little research can save you from a lot of embarrassment.


Hosts

If you’ve been invited to spend the holidays with family or friends, it’s courteous to offer to contribute something. They are spending money on feeding you. Help alleviate their budget by bringing something to them. Ask them what they like. If they kindly dismiss your offer then ask them if they need assistance with their holiday preparations. If for some reason you are unable to attend, be polite and let them know in advance. That way they don’t have to buy as much food.


Meals

Holiday meals don’t have to be extravagant. Plan a menu for the holidays. Premeditate and prepare simple but copious meals you plan on serving for each holiday. As scrumptious as holiday meals may be, people can only eat so much. Don’t let all that hard work and culinary skills be for naught. Limit your meals to 3 courses. An appetizer should consist of a salad and/or a soup. The main course can include a meat, chicken, fish, or something dairy along with 1 or 2 side dishes. A dessert can comprise a cake and a fruit platter along with some hot tea or coffee.


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