Whole Foods Market is often considered one of the most expensive grocery stores in the country. However, you can save money by shopping Whole Foods’ private label for everyday kitchen staples.
Here’s what to look for at Whole Foods Market — and how to find the nearest location in New York state.
Private label brands at Whole Foods Market
The Texas-based grocery store chain has one private label brand: 365 by Whole Foods Market. Under that flag, Whole Foods Market sells affordable food, supplements, body care and cleaning products under the 365 Everyday Value label, and also sells organic foods bearing the 365 label.
“Our 365 by Whole Foods Market brand offers over 3,000 affordably priced and thoughtfully sourced products,” read Whole Food’s private label notice, “that not only meet our already strict standards, but also in many cases go above and beyond what we require of other brands.”
Whole Foods Market’s 365 Everyday Value line less expensive overall
Whole Foods Market in Brighton, New York, is 50,000 square feet. The average store is 30,000 square feet.
Wiki.how noted that overall, you can save money by seeking out products in Whole Food’s 365 Everyday line.
“365 Everyday Value products are usually less expensive and taste similar to name-brand products, so they can help keep your grocery budget in check without sacrificing quality,” read Wiki.how’s assessment. “Keep in mind that pricing can vary. Generic products aren’t always cheaper than name-brand items.”
Allrecipes noted Whole Food’s 365 products such as cheeses, pasta, organic tomato paste, frozen fruit and other products are generally less expensive compared to major-label offerings.
Whole Food Markets locations in New York
Whole Foods operates more than 525 stores within the United States.
There are 34 Whole Foods Market stores in New York state, with roughly half of those stores located within New York City. You can use the store locator tool to find your closest Whole Food Market.
In all, the company operates more than 525 stores within the United States, with the most stores located in California (94 stores.) New York state ranks fourth on the list of states with the most Whole Food markets.
Contributing: USA Today Network
This article originally appeared on Rockland/Westchester Journal News: How to save money shopping at Whole Foods Market
