From family get-togethers, to tobogganing, to tree-trimming, the holiday season is always hectic. Let us help you save time by following our plan-ahead tips and downloading our shopping list on your phone – you’ll be fully prepared to hit the aisles with ease leaving you more time to relax with the ones you love.

Click here for our handy holiday ingredient checklist.

Tips for a Smoother Trip

Before you go:

1. Only one fridge and freezer? A few days before the big trip (or two) to the store, clean out your fridge and freezer, and reorganize the pantry. Use up any odds and ends in soups, stews or stir-fries so there’s plenty of room for incoming groceries. Freeze portions of these dishes so you’ll have instant meals for the family when the holiday season is in full swing. Donate excess non-perishable items; call your local Sobeys to see if it has a food bank donation bin.

2. Create a one-week meal plan that incorporates leftovers from big holiday meals. Browse our recipes for dishes that use cooked ingredients like turkey, stuffing and mashed potatoes.

3. If you can, plan to hit your local Sobeys at a quieter time: during weekday hours or late in the evening. You’ll be glad to have the extra space to maneuver a heavy cart!