How much grocery shopping do you need to do for just one person? Times are tough with coronavirus, and we’re asking a lot of questions – quite a few (and reasonable) about the shopping list – one that allows you to consume three meals a day for at least one week to ten days without having to go out again.
These are stocking up on the right food. Not because it will run out, but because staying at home is of the utmost importance these days. Check out our suggestions. Just to be on the safe side.
Watch out for how much you buy (and waste) at once
A difficult part of grocery shopping for one person is the presence of large family packs usually found in supermarkets that generally lead to waste for just one person (or it makes the menu dull and repetitive, at the very least). To avoid this issue, we suggest choosing smaller packages of perishable items like milk, yogurt, and fresh cheese, so you don't have to consume everything once opened. For the same reason, we suggest buying fresh produce (out of the pack) – you just have to do a little math! 3 portions per day between fruit and vegetables, diversifying as much as possible, to reduce dull meals every day.
Shopping for one: bread
Don’t mess around with bread! We recommend buying a large sliced loaf so you can freeze it. For some variety, try some olive or whole wheat bread. To avoid running out, you can even buy a couple of loaves. Perfect for breakfast or toasted sandwiches.
Don’t forget the milk!
Since we’re not going to cafés anymore, this forces us to make up an entirely new habit: having breakfast at home! That means it’s time to organize the pantry for the everyday morning meal. So plan a routine for your breakfast each morning and make sure you have enough coffee, milk and tea. This could be the right time to learn how to make a foamy cappuccino at home. As for scones, biscuits and other breakfast pastries, buy a couple of different varieties to keep things interesting. Oh, and plan to buy fresh food. We suggest buying an orange or two per day – you can even start your day off with delicious fresh juice!