Here are some of the items you can expect to find on sale in February!
Seasonal Produce:
Artichoke, Asparagus, Broccoli, Carrots, Cauliflower, Celery, Chard, Collards, Grapefruit, Kale, Oranges, Parsnips, Pears, Potatoes and Turnips
Grocery and Drug Store Deals:
National Canned Food Month: Canned fruit, Vegetables, Pie Fillings, Soups, Meats: Tuna, Chicken, Salmon (look for the best deals and coupons on canned goods and take this opportunity to stock up on canned fruits and vegetables)
National Hot Breakfast Month: Oatmeal, Cream of Wheat, Frozen Waffles & Breakfast Items, Syrup, Waffle & Pancake mix, Hash Browns, Bacon and Sausage
Chinese New Year: You’ll find all types of Chinese food on sale — Stir Fry, Raman Noodles, Canned Water Chestnuts, Teriyaki and Soy Sauces
Winter Health: Cold Medicines, Vitamins, Cough Syrup, Cough Drops, Hand Sanitizers, Tissues, Heart-Healthy Spreads and Butter Substitutes, Aspirin, Other Supplements
Valentine’s Day: Boxed and Bar Chocolate, “Romance” Items (personal lubricants, etc), Perfume, Cards, Stuffed Animals, Gift Sets, Wine/Sparkling Cider, Flower Arrangements and Candles; start checking for clearance deals on February 15.
Other Deals:
Sports Equipment and Cold-Weather Clothes: Skis, Skates, Winter Jackets, Athletic Shoes, Remaining Fall Merchandise (Hats, Gloves and Scarves will often be marked down about 50-75%)
Televisions: The Consumer Electronics Show takes place each year mid-January where the new products are unveiled. Stores start marking TVs down in mid-January and by February, you can usually get the best deal on the “old” models.
Football Team Apparel: Once the Super Bowl is over, stores are looking to clear out their stock of NFL jerseys, t-shirts, hats, etc. Check the sporting goods sections (as well as the website of your favorite NFL teams) for some good deals!
Presidents’ Day Sales: You can expect quite a few Presidents’ Day sales during the upcoming three-day weekend, and they’ll take as much as 85% off on a tons of apparel, as well as tools, bedding and furniture.
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I know lettuce is always high-priced in the winter, but what’s the deal with oranges and grapefruits this year? Could it be a bad crop due to the lack of rain in California? FM used to put grapefruit on sale regularly either 3 or 4 for $1, but not lately. I found navel oranges on sale at FM this week for $.69 a pound, lowest I’ve seen for a while, and they still came to 42 cents per orange. At least WalMart has bananas for $.42 a lb.