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His childhood experiences shaped his shopping habits, teaching him valuable lessons about frugality and smart spending.
Here are eightgroceries he never buys to save money.
Pre-Cut Fruits and Vegetables
Sure, theyre convenient, but the markup is insane, Drew said.
I can spend five minutes chopping a melon at home and save myself a few bucks.
Name-Brand Cereals
Drew remembers his childhood breakfasts fondly.
We always had the store brand cereals, he said.
They taste just as good, and theyre often made in the same factories as the fancy boxes.
Now, as an adult, he still cant justify paying extra for a cartoon character on the box.
Now, I use a filter pitcher at home.
Buying bottled water feels like throwing money down the drain, literally.
Single-Serving Snack Packs
Drew shook his head at these.
I buy thebig bag and portionit out myself.
Its better for my wallet and the environment.
Pre-Made Sandwiches
I learned to make sandwiches before I could ride a bike, Drew shared.
Paying $8 for something I can make for $2 at home just doesnt sit right with me.
Plus, I can customize it exactly how I like it.
Specialty Coffees
Drew admitted this one was a learning curve.
When I first started working, I thought fancy coffee was a status symbol.
Now, I realize its a money pit.
I make great coffee at home for a fraction of the cost.
Out-of-Season Produce
My mom taught me to eat with the seasons, Drew explained.
Buying strawberries in December is not only expensive, but they dont even taste good.
I stick to whats inseason and abundant.
Prepared Salad Kits
Drew laughs when he sees these in the store.
A bag of chopped lettuce with a tiny packet of dressing and croutons for $5?
I can make a weeks worth of salads for that price if I buy the ingredients separately.
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