About 10 people attended the Clutha Week for Women seminar.
Tutor Robyn Thomson said people should shun the convenience of takeaways and fast food. There was no reason why, with a bit of knowledge and skill, families could not have good meals for very little cost.
Gore butcher Tony Parish demonstrated meat-boning techniques and the best ways to get the most of meat cuts, before Mrs Thomson, armed with only a handful of ingredients, created several meals for the group.
Top 10 Meal Money-savers:
1. Plan meals
2. Make a shopping list and keep to it
3. Try to shop only once or twice a week
4. Check carefully for savings on 'bulk buys' - they are not always cheaper
5. Compare prices, weights and brands for the best buy
6. Use discount coupons, but only if they are for the things you need
7. Buy in bulk with friends
8. Don't shop when hungry as your willpower will be at its weakest
9. Buy larger amounts and divide into meal portions
10. Use your freezer to its fullest potential but ensure you rotate its contents.
