1. Buy $3 Value Meals at FairPrice stores

Available at more than 50 stores on a while-stocks-last basis, these affordable bento-style sets include sushi, sausages, roast pork rice and more. The variety of meals varies from store to store.

2. Stock up on frozen food as it keeps well

Frozen food is generally more affordable and doesn’t spoil quickly in the freezer, resulting in less food wastage. If you’re in the mood for Korean, I’M Bulgogi’s Frozen Marinated Meat range has spicy chicken or pork selections that only take five minutes of pan-frying to prepare, for a quick and delicious meal.

3. Cook smart so there’s less food wastage

Choose dishes that can be stored in the fridge and served over a couple of days. These would include soups, casseroles, stews and curries. The bonus: their flavours become stronger when they are kept overnight and reheated.

4. Buy food that can be served in different ways

FairPrice’s deli‑style roasted chicken (halal options available, too!) is a versatile item that can be eaten as it is, or portioned out for sandwiches or salads.

5. Shop at FairPrice to enjoy savings on GST

For the first half of 2024, all FairPrice stores — including Finest outlets and Xtra hypermarkets — will absorb the 1 per cent hike in Goods & Services Tax (GST) on 500 national and housebrand items as well as selected essentials like fresh produce, dairy products and meats. So the more you shop, the more you save!