Episode 1 – Smart Shopping in the ‘Hood’
Hop on an exciting journey through neighbourhood supermarkets! From portion-friendly buys to savvy shopping tips for singles, we will show you how to shop smart and save big.
Check out the list of grocery hacks to help you save more on your next trip to neighbourhood supermarkets below!
| 1) Prepare a shopping list for an efficient grocery trip and to avoid overspending. | |
| 2) Sign up for loyalty cards to earn points and redeem savings on subsequent grocery runs. | |
| 3) Use CDC Vouchers to help with your expenses. | |
| 4) Look out for special deals to unlock more savings. | |
| 5) For small families or singles, get smaller packets to minimise waste. | |
| 6) Avoid buying things that are not on your shopping list. |
Featured Locations:
| Supermarket | Address | Opening Hours |
| SuzyAmeer | 5 Tampines Central 1, #03-09 (Located in Century Square) | Daily, 10AM – 10PM |
| Melvados | 11 Bidadari Park Dr, B1-07A (Located in Woodleigh Mall) | Daily, 10.30AM – 9PM |
| ACE Fresh | 713 Ang Mo Kio Central 2 | Daily, 24-hour |
Episode 2 – Uncovering SG's Wholesale Wonders
Watch how to score great savings on groceries at wholesale centres! If you have big families or are planning for a gathering, you won’t want to miss this!
Check out the list of grocery hacks to use on your next trip to wholesale centres below!
| 1) Prepare a shopping list for an efficient grocery trip and to avoid overspending. | |
| 2) Consider frozen produce. It has a longer shelf life, without compromising on nutritional value and flavour. | |
| 3) Opt for house brands to enjoy similar quality at a lower price. | |
| 4) Purchase in bulk, if possible, to enjoy some savings. | |
| 5) Keep a lookout for more wholesale outlets where you can walk-in to do your grocery shopping. |
Featured Locations:
| Wholesale Centres | Address | Opening Hours |
| Fassler Gourmet | 46 Woodlands Terrace | Monday to Friday, 10AM – 5PM Saturday, 8AM – 12PM (Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays) |
| QB Food | 8 Chin Bee Cres | Monday to Friday, 10AM – 7PM Saturday, 9AM – 1PM (Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays) |
| Kian Seng Chun | 24 New Industrial Rd, #02-03 | Monday to Friday, 8AM – 6PM (Closed on weekends and Public Holidays) |
Episode 3 – Winning the Wet Markets
Annette, together with a seasoned wet market shopper, will show you the ways of grocery shopping at wet markets. From choosing fresh produce at the best prices to choosing the right quantity according to your needs, we uncover the best kept secrets of wet markets for you!
Check out the list of grocery hacks to help you conquer your next trip to the wet markets below!
| 1) Visit the wet market early to score the freshest produce. | |
| 2) Opt for cheaper alternatives (e.g. regular chicken over kampong chicken or the choice of farmed seafood). | |
| 3) Use CDC Vouchers to help with your expenses. | |
| 4) Purchase the right quantities of items according to your needs. | |
| 5) Share extra groceries with your neighbours and friends to keep up with the kampung spirit! | |
| 6) Get fresh spices at the market, where you can mix and match based on your needs. |
Featured Locations:
| Wet Market | Address |
| Teban Gardens Market & Food Centre | 37A Teban Gardens Rd |
| Tekka Market & Food Centre | 665 Buffalo Road |
Geylang Serai Market & Food Centre Note: Geylang Serai Market is scheduled to reopen in November 2024 after renovations. | 1 Geylang Serai |
Start Your Own Unusual Hunt Today!
We’ve helped you uncover the best deals, hidden gems and smart shopping tips across neighbourhood supermarkets, wholesale centres and wet markets. Now it’s your turn to embark on your own shopping adventure with these tips! [PSA: Use your CDC Vouchers by 31 December 2024!]
Hunt smart, save big, and let us know on gov.sg socials if you have any other Unusual spots to do your grocery shopping!
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