Q: How often do you go grocery shopping?
Q: What’s your average weekly grocery budget?
Q: Do you make a grocery list?
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Yes, the “OurGroceries” app is a lifesaver!
Everyone in the household has access and can add items.
(I’m wise to the teens who addice creamand tons of treats.
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It’s mom’s discretion on what actually gets purchased.)
Q: What grocery stores do you shop at most frequently?
Trader Joe’s, Albertson’s (it’s a two block walk from my house!
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), Winco, and Costco.
In the summer we have a garden and we getfresh producefrom a local CSA.
Q: Who is going to cook dinner?
I generally cook dinner.
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Q: What are things you always have in your fridge or pantry?
A myriad of spices and condiments are also always present.
Q: How do you share the labor of cooking, cleaning, and grocery shopping?
I generally do the shopping and cooking, my husband will typically do the dishes after dinner.
The kids have been making their own breakfasts and lunches since they were in 5th grade or so.
They’re both in high school now.
Q: What are your go-to meals or family-favorite recipes?
Tacos are the all-around fave and I rotate what goes in them.
Bulgogi is another favorite.
Q: Do you cook daily or do you meal prep for the week?
Generally I cook every day.
I love the idea of meal prep for the week but it rarely comes together that way.
Q: What was the last meal you cooked at home?
Zuni Cafe roasted chicken and bread salad.
Q: Would you make it again?
Yes, it was delicious and a great Sunday night dinner (when time is on my side).
Q: Do you often have dessert with dinner?
It’s a nice way to wrap up a hectic day.
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