Tuesday, November 1, 2011

Earth Fare Dayton Best Buys 10/19 - 11/01



I am working on a separate post of my overall impression of Earth Fare (which is very favorable) so if it seems that I don’t address something here, it might be in the other post.  If there is something you'd like me to find out about or follow up on with Earth Fare, please comment below or email me.  


Since this month’s sale and the Grand Opening Specials end TODAY, I’m just highlighting some of the best buys.

Remember to take your Welcome Home coupon for a free chicken, and an old eyeliner to trade in with the Boot Challenge coupon for a free eyeliner.  Go through this list to see if there are coupons you want to print, and be sure to pick up your coupon booklet at the door.

* I am abbreviating “Organic” as Org. since I get to use it so often on this list!

** The BOGO items that I have purchased here rang up individually at half the price of one, (rather than one at full price, and the second at no cost) which should allow you to use 2 coupons on 2 items that are BOGO. I have accounted for being able to use either 1 or 2 coupons in the FINAL COSTS of BOGO items listed below.

PRODUCE

I’m really taken with Earth Fare so I’m sad to report that they don’t have the best prices on most produce items this week.  I will say that I think they’re still finding their footing in our market, and I found the employees (from the corporate office to the local store) very receptive to pricing concerns and receptive in general.  They do have a respectable variety of fresh organic produce.

Nonetheless, it is my goal to find you the best prices on organic and quality foods, so I am only listing the items that really stood out to me as great values this week.  Where the price difference elsewhere is within .50 cents, I’ll list it here and note the price at other stores.

Org. Butternut Squash .97¢/lb.
This is a great price, and a perfect ingredient for eating seasonally.
[I’ll include this in Recipes & Menu Ideas this week at My other Blog.] [1 squash]

Org. Earthbound Farms pre-packaged salads $3
FINAL COST: $2 ea. when you buy 2
Org. Cilantro $1.79 (fresh bunch, NOT the small plastic container)
[I’ll include this in Recipes & Menu Ideas this week.] [1 bunch]
{Same product was $1.50 at Kroger on 10/27 but I don’t know how long it will be at that price.}

Org. Herbs $2.49 (or $2.50) (aprox. .67 oz plastic container)
[I’ll include this in Recipes & Menu Ideas this week.] [1 pkg. Thyme]
{Similar product is the same price at DLM, but regularly $1.99 at Kroger. 
I often find them clearanced at .99¢ at Kroger, though, and the quality is fine}

BULK FOODS

Assorted Nut Butters 20% off
Organic Peanut Butter $3.18/ lb.
This is ground to order from the dispenser!
Unfortunately, the weekly reward of 25% off Bulk Foods (excluding some items) expired Sunday 10/30.  These are still reasonable prices for organic legumes.

Org. Black Beans (Turtle Beans) $1.99/ lb.
[I’ll include this in Recipes & Menu Ideas this week at My other Blog.] [1/2 or 1 pound]
Org. Green Lentils $2.19/ lb.
Org. Red Lentils $2.49/ lb.

EGGS & DAIRY

Cage-Free Eggs $2
Goodbelly Probiotic 32 oz. $3
FINAL COST: $2 ea. when you buy 2
Org. Stonyfield Farms Yogurt 6 oz. assorted flavors .88¢
Note: Coupons are redeemable for 10 days after download. Coupons are limited per household/customer/computer to one coupon print per offer each month.
FINAL COST: .71¢ea. when you buy 3
Cascade Fresh Yogurt 6 oz. assorted varieties BOGO
FINAL COST: 2/ 79¢
Org. Greek Gods Yogurt (Family Size) BOGO
FINAL COST: 2/ $3.49
Organic Valley Creamer assorted flavors BOGO 
Note: Coupons are valid for 30 days from the date on which they are printed. Online coupons are limited to two prints per coupon offer. 
FINAL COST: as low as .54¢ ea. (or .80¢ ea. or 2/ $1.59 or 2/ $1.84 or 2/ $2.09) **see above

Organic Valley Sour Cream 8 oz. $1.99/ 16 oz. 3.39
USE .50¢/1 COUPON FROM THE EARTH FARE BOOKLET
FINAL COST: $1.49 8 oz./ $2.89/ 16 oz.

GOURMET DAIRY & DELI

Fresh Mozzarella 8 oz. regular or smoked BOGO
If you still have fresh tomatoes, pick up some Basil, too!
FINAL COST: 1/ $1.98 OR 2/ $3.99
Kerrygold Butter 8 oz. salted or unsalted $3.49 (other varieties 2.49 – 4.99)
I was so excited to find this butter here! I had bought some previously at DLM and this is a fine price for an exceptional product. It is from Ireland, made from the milk of grass-fed cows.  One day, I’ll post the menu that compliments this butter perfectly.  It has to be a serendipitous day, though.

ON THE SHELVES

Org. Imagine Roasted Turkey Gravy $1.99
USE $1.50/ 2 PEELIE COUPON ON PACKAGE 
OR
USE .50/ 1 COUPON FROM THE SHELF/ EARTH FARE BOOKLET
FINAL COST: 1/ $1.49 OR 2/ $2.48 OR 2/ $2.98

Org. DeBoles Pasta $1.50
FINAL COST: .50¢ ea.[I’ll include this in Recipes & Menu Ideas this week at My other Blog.]
[1 or 2 boxes high protein or whole grain wheat or or gluten free]

Org. Muir Glen Tomatoes 28 oz. assorted varieties 2/$4
USE $1/2 COUPON FROM THE SHELF/ EARTH FARE BOOKLET
FINAL COST: 2/ $3
[I’ll include this in Recipes & Menu Ideas this week at My other Blog.] [2 cans]

Org. Texas Best Rice 2 lbs. $4.69 - $4.99
USE $1/1 COUPON FROM THE SHELF/ EARTH FARE BOOKLET
FINAL COST: $3.69 - $ 3.99

Marukan Vinegars – varies up to $4.29 (some Organic varieties)
 FINAL COST: (Varies) 2/ $4.29 or less
I had trouble finding this brand locally; it is carried at Earth fare, DLM and Tom’s Market in Yellow Springs.
[I’ll include various vinegars in Recipes & Menu Ideas this week at My other Blog:
 Red Balsamic, White Balsamic & Plain Rice Vinegar]

Dr. McDougall's Vegan Ramen $1.99 (in the cup)
Org. Koyo Ramen Noodles .99¢

FROZEN

AppleGate Frozen Meat Items – varies from $5.49 – 6.99
(In Freezer near Dairy)
FINAL COST: varies from 2/ $9.98 – 2/ $12.98

Org. Evol Burritos – BOGO varies $1.79 - $3.39
USE 1 OR 2 BOGO PRINTABLE COUPON HERE
FINAL COST varies depending on the variety, but the way the BOGO’s are ringing up, 
you can scan 4 and use 2 coupons to receive 4 Burritos for the price of 2 (which is really the price of one!) 

Lifeway Frozen Kefir 1 pint assorted varieties $4.49
FINAL COST: $3.49

Talenti Gelato and Sorbet BOGO 
Remember to print 2!
FINAL COST: 1/ $2.20 or 2/$4.39 or 2/ $4.94 **see above

Van’s Waffles 9 oz. Assorted varieties $2.50
FINAL COST: $1.50

Org. Cascadian Farms Vegetables 16 oz. 2/ $4
USE $1/1 PRINTABLE COUPON HERE (Coupon is emailed and may take a while)
[I’ll include this in Recipes & Menu Ideas this week at My other Blog.] [1 lb. corn]
FINAL COST: 2/$2

Org. Alexia Frozen Potato Items 16 oz. $2.50
USE $1/1 PRINTABLE COUPON HERE   (like them on Facebook)
FINAL COST: $1.50

FRESH MEATS

Org. & Natural AppleGate pre-packaged deli-sliced meats
USE $1/2 COUPON FROM THE SHELF/ EARTH FARE BOOKLET

Earth Fare Whole Chicken $2.29/ lb
FINAL COST: FREE
[I’ll include this in Recipes & Menu Ideas this week at my other blog.] [1 aprox. 5 lb. Chicken]

I hope that's enough to get you started!  Check out the certified organic Earth Fare brand items and try a few new things.   Let me know how it goes!

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