We buy bulk items from BJ's warehouse, and they have coupons plus you can use regular coupons as well for a bit more savings.
Here's what my upcoming shopping trip list looks like,
Toilet paper - Charmin its just what we prefer.
Paper towel - bounty basic or there brand depending on the coupons
Coke, Diet Coke, Ginger ale
Bottle water - normally 2 cases
Dawn - this will last me around 6 to 8 months
Dish washer tabs... depends on which one has the coupon this trip - Normally Finish or cascade.. I tried there brand it was a waste of money...
Tide
Baby bells, cheese sticks, butter ( land o lakes or Kerry)Kraft singles cheese, baby back ribs, dip
Hand soap ( 4pack) body wash ( dove sensitive skin 3pack) Deodorant - for DH and I - Dial soap bars for DH - Maybe shaving cream and razors depending on coupons
Above are the must haves... we will check out all the other stuff... I normally spend around 300+ but it last for months...
I shop at Aldi for breakfast bars, protein bars, nuts, dried fruit, and a few other items.... I only go like every 2 to 3 months... and normally only spend about 30 to 40 dollars
Farmers markets - every 2 weeks for produce...
Dollar store of cleaning items.
Publix for the rest of our stuff... their bogo's with coupons can't be beat...
I only go to Wal-Mart if forced... coupons in hand and list... in and out... and as a treat I get myself a caramel ice coffee from dunkin donuts..