Eating On A Budget

Practical advice on managing food costs while studying and making your money go further. Topics include budgeting, smart shopping, batch cooking and affordable meal ideas.

Change from a Fiver

Budget-friendly student meals don't mean skipping quality ingredients like fresh prawns and fish.

Cheap Foods That Boost Your Brain Power

Budget-friendly foods like whole grains and vegetables can help you stay sharp and focused without breaking the bank.

Cooking in Bulk

Cook larger batches of meals and freeze them to save money and eat well all week long.

Cooking with Leftovers: When the Money Runs Out

Turn leftover rice, pasta and potatoes into cheap meals that'll stretch your budget when money gets tight.

How Much Things Actually Cost

Groceries cost way more than you think, especially when you're shopping for yourself for the first time and need to watch your budget carefully.

Save Time and Money Cooking as a Student

Cook faster and cheaper with simple tricks like skewering potatoes and skipping the scales when measuring rice and pasta.

Starting a Food Kitty

Split grocery costs fairly with your housemates by setting up a shared food fund and sticking to basic ground rules.

Stretching Your Budget

College students living on tight budgets can stretch their money further by planning food shopping carefully and building good spending habits early on.

Student Teamwork in the Kitchen

How student roommates can work together on cooking and chores to make shared living actually work.

Where and How to Shop Cheaply

Plan your meals and shop at discount supermarkets and local markets to cut your grocery bills significantly.

Winter Fuel on a Shoestring

Heat your home and boost your immunity this winter with cheap, filling meals made from seasonal veg and pantry staples.

Working Out a Food Budget

Figure out how much to spend on groceries by making a list and setting a realistic budget for your weekly food costs.