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Tips from the Oregonian

By Culinate staff
April 15, 2009

OK, so the stores may be local to Oregon, but the Oregonian’s basic (and comprehensive) advice for how to get the most out of a supermarket's bulk bins ain’t. Compare prices, check the regular selections, make sure the turnover is constant — you know the drill, but it’s nice to be reminded. For more tips on bulk shopping, check out Matthew Amster-Burton’s “Bulking up” as well.

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