Love cooking but hate the high price of spices? Here's a little-known secret to getting them for cheap!
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For some of us, cooking is a passion. It is a way to express our creativity and show our loved ones how much we care.
There's also no denying that we love having a complete set of spices and condiments to use. After all, these are important for preparing delicious dishes for our family and friends.
Whether we are whipping up a quick meal or spending hours in the kitchen preparing a feast, we take pride in our work and enjoy the process from start to finish.
For us, having a well-stocked spice cabinet is essential to creating the perfect dish as the right blend of their flavours can elevate the taste of the dish.
Unfortunately, the skyrocketing cost of living means that purchasing spices can add up to a significant amount of money. This is especially true if we purchase organic or specialty spices.
While we understand that some people may be unable to afford the cost of spices, we believe that cooking should be accessible to everyone.
So, if you love cooking with spices but hate how expensive they can be, don't worry! There's a little-known secret that can help you save big on spices and you will be surprised at how convenient it is!
Spice purchases can add up to a large sum of money due to the growing cost of living. Credit: Homestratosphere via Getty Images.
One woman has stunned social media after she revealed how she managed to nab spices for a fraction of their price.
Her secret? The international aisle at your local supermarket.
That's right - the same spices that cost a fortune in the regular aisle are often much cheaper in the international aisle!
'Not a markdown but a reminder to venture to the international section of the supermarket for MUCH better value for the same product!' the woman wrote in her post on the Markdown Addicts Australia Facebook group.
She also provided examples, pointing out that cumin seeds that cost $8.10 per 100g in the regular aisle can be found for just $0.96 per 100g in the international aisle. That's a savings of over 90%!
Similarly, cinnamon sticks typically sell for $24.70 per 100 grams, but in the international section, they can be found for as little as $2.25 per 100 grams.
So why the huge price difference? It turns out that many products in the international section are sourced from cheaper manufacturers.
One user explained how the process works, writing: 'It's interesting because depending on where you buy it, they have different manufacturing countries and very subtle taste different (probably down to differences in locally sourced ingredients).'
So, products that are known to be from other countries, such as Kewpie mayonnaise, which is originally a Japanese product, is generally a better value in the international section, as it is sourced directly from Japan.
Similarly, rice wine vinegar and sesame oil are usually cheaper in the international section because they are sourced from China.
The pricePrice difference between spices that are displayed ion the regular spice aisle and the international aisle. Credit: Facebook/Markdown Addicts Australia.
Of course, you can usually find even better deals at specialty grocers.
One group member suggested: 'Try an Asian grocery instead. You will be amazed at the savings.'
'If you have an Indian grocery nearby, it's even cheaper again. Our local grocer has all manner of spices, I like to buy some of the more unusual ones to try them out,' another recommended.
A third shared: 'It’s cheaper from the Chinese grocer. Coles has 500g for $7.80 and I pay $10.50 for 1kg at the local Chinese grocer.'
So if you're looking to save money on spices, be sure to check out the international aisle the next time you're at the supermarket. Also, don't be afraid to check out the shelves at your local specialty grocers, you will be surprised at the unique items you can find!
Have you ever found a great deal on spices in the international aisle? Let us know in the comments!
There's also no denying that we love having a complete set of spices and condiments to use. After all, these are important for preparing delicious dishes for our family and friends.
Whether we are whipping up a quick meal or spending hours in the kitchen preparing a feast, we take pride in our work and enjoy the process from start to finish.
For us, having a well-stocked spice cabinet is essential to creating the perfect dish as the right blend of their flavours can elevate the taste of the dish.
Unfortunately, the skyrocketing cost of living means that purchasing spices can add up to a significant amount of money. This is especially true if we purchase organic or specialty spices.
While we understand that some people may be unable to afford the cost of spices, we believe that cooking should be accessible to everyone.
So, if you love cooking with spices but hate how expensive they can be, don't worry! There's a little-known secret that can help you save big on spices and you will be surprised at how convenient it is!
Spice purchases can add up to a large sum of money due to the growing cost of living. Credit: Homestratosphere via Getty Images.
One woman has stunned social media after she revealed how she managed to nab spices for a fraction of their price.
Her secret? The international aisle at your local supermarket.
That's right - the same spices that cost a fortune in the regular aisle are often much cheaper in the international aisle!
'Not a markdown but a reminder to venture to the international section of the supermarket for MUCH better value for the same product!' the woman wrote in her post on the Markdown Addicts Australia Facebook group.
She also provided examples, pointing out that cumin seeds that cost $8.10 per 100g in the regular aisle can be found for just $0.96 per 100g in the international aisle. That's a savings of over 90%!
Similarly, cinnamon sticks typically sell for $24.70 per 100 grams, but in the international section, they can be found for as little as $2.25 per 100 grams.
So why the huge price difference? It turns out that many products in the international section are sourced from cheaper manufacturers.
One user explained how the process works, writing: 'It's interesting because depending on where you buy it, they have different manufacturing countries and very subtle taste different (probably down to differences in locally sourced ingredients).'
So, products that are known to be from other countries, such as Kewpie mayonnaise, which is originally a Japanese product, is generally a better value in the international section, as it is sourced directly from Japan.
Similarly, rice wine vinegar and sesame oil are usually cheaper in the international section because they are sourced from China.
The pricePrice difference between spices that are displayed ion the regular spice aisle and the international aisle. Credit: Facebook/Markdown Addicts Australia.
Of course, you can usually find even better deals at specialty grocers.
One group member suggested: 'Try an Asian grocery instead. You will be amazed at the savings.'
'If you have an Indian grocery nearby, it's even cheaper again. Our local grocer has all manner of spices, I like to buy some of the more unusual ones to try them out,' another recommended.
A third shared: 'It’s cheaper from the Chinese grocer. Coles has 500g for $7.80 and I pay $10.50 for 1kg at the local Chinese grocer.'
So if you're looking to save money on spices, be sure to check out the international aisle the next time you're at the supermarket. Also, don't be afraid to check out the shelves at your local specialty grocers, you will be surprised at the unique items you can find!
Have you ever found a great deal on spices in the international aisle? Let us know in the comments!
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