We typically do most of our shopping at a big-box warehouse store, but there are always items that I don't really want to purchase in bulk, such as a four-pack of ground turkey or three cantaloupes, so we also end up visiting the grocery store as well. When I was asked to visit Smart & Final I jumped at the chance to see how they've changed over the years. Let's just say I was pleasantly surprised and I think you will be as well! Find out how Smart & Final makes it easier for parents during back-to-school time.
1. Club Size AND Smaller Packages! Smart & Final offers both club size products and all of the typical grocery store finds as well. I was truly surprised at how many of our regularly purchased items are on their shelves! Honestly, the store is not as large as the grocery store we usually visit, but they really do have everything we typically buy and it's up to me if I need cheese in bulk or just a smaller package this week. What a concept!
2. Bulk Foods! Okay, this one really was a big surprise. There is a local store that I like to visit now and then - especially for the bulk food section. It can get very expensive to shop there, but it's great to be able to make my own trail mix or purchase exactly how much I need of something like barley. The kid's favorite? Picking out a unique treat typically found in the bulk foods section like chocolate-covered gummy bears. Smart & Final gives me the options I need in bulk, but at a reasonable price, and how great is it that I can purchase some special treats to include in my kids lunchboxes as an extra-special surprise now and then?
3. Variety! Of course, you will find all of your favorite brands plus some you can't find anywhere else like the yummy pretzel sub buns. You will also find Smart & Final's private-label brands, First Street and Sun Harvest (organics), which offer great quality while saving you money. We picked up a few of our favorite items, raisin granola with almonds and dried banana chips, and both passed our taste test this weekend.
4. Save Money and Time! Smart & Final pricing is 25% less than regular grocery stores, never has a membership fee, you'll find everything you need in one store, and is smaller and faster to shop at than regular grocery stores and warehouse stores. So you can save money and time when shopping Smart & Final. Added bonus? It was much easier to find a parking spot!
5. Delivery! Smart & Final offers delivery if you order on the Shop Smart & Final App or online at smartandfinal.com! This alone is a game-changer for many busy parents, especially as the new school year starts. Save even more time shopping Smart & Final by not even stepping foot in the store when you simply don't have the time. Stressed with back-to-school quickly approaching? Sick kid? Maybe you are sick? Or just not enough time in your day this week? Log on and easily place your order for a convenient delivery in as little as one hour.
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A bonus reason to love Smart & Final: This cake!! How many times have you wished you could decorate your own cake easily for an event or party? This sheet cake is in the Frozen Dessert section and just $16.99. You can find themed-characters to match your party theme or get a little fancier and use fondant and cookie cutters or additional icing to write a special message, etc. Having a huge party? Buy two and stack them for a double-decker cake. There are so many options for this cake! I think we'll celebrate the first day of school this year with a special dessert, and this cake will be perfect!
We have two convenient Smart & Final locations in the Tri-City area:
- 3171 Walnut Avenue in Fremont
- 21070 Dyer Road in Union City
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