Chefs Urge 54% of Shoppers to Cut Grocery Bills With Store Brands and In-Person Buying
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Updated · Fox News · Jun 25
Chefs Urge 54% of Shoppers to Cut Grocery Bills With Store Brands and In-Person Buying
1 articles · Updated · Fox News · Jun 25
Summary
54% of Americans still prefer shopping in physical grocery stores in 2026, even as inflation, GLP-1 drug use and health concerns reshape how households buy food.
Jason Smith said in-person shopping helps consumers judge freshness and value directly, while larger chains can lower costs for big meals through cheaper store brands.
Smith also urged shoppers to compare ingredient lists over brand reputation, saying many store-label goods are packaged by major companies and can cost about 75 cents less.
Austin Beckett said budget-conscious shoppers should start by cooking more at home, then move toward local or organic options as they can afford them, often sourcing produce straight from farmers.