Jun 2, 2025 | Eating on a budget, Using your Fridge & Freezer
When life gets hectic and the budget gets tight, having a freezer full of ready-to-go meals can be a real lifesaver. Whether you’re juggling shift work, parenting, or just trying to avoid the takeaway trap, freezer meals offer convenience without the cost. The...
Jun 1, 2025 | Eating on a budget
12 Budget – Friendly Meal Ideas: • Soups: Lentil and carrot soup, pumpkin soup, or chicken and corn soup can be easily made with affordable ingredients. • Curries: Veg and chickpea curry or a chicken curry with rice are hearty and budget-friendly options. •...
May 31, 2025 | Eating on a budget, Food Knowledge, Fruit & Vegetables, Shopping Tips
Buying fruit and vegetables in season will always be cheaper. So if you are working with a tight budget be aware of what is in season and look to use these options where you can. The other advantage is items in season will be fresher so a win win. In new zealand...
May 29, 2025 | Food Knowledge, Shopping Tips
Unit pricing calculates the price per standard unit (e.g., per kilogram, liter, gram, or individual piece). Formula: – Divide the product’s total price by the quantity it contains (e.g., divide the price of a 1.5kg bag of flour by 1.5kg). For example...
May 27, 2025 | Eating on a budget
You can save money by cooking your own food, and it will be far far better for you and your wallet. As a starting point you can click here to download our Whanau Cookbook or click here to access it in flip book format.
