I have been doing homestay on and off for 20 years and in that time I have learnt a thing or two about shopping and catering for my international guests.

I wanted to share a few tips that might help other families because. I know that catering for others can be a source of anxiety for some, however with a bit of planning and preparation you will find that it isn’t that daunting and totally doable!

I have found, during my time as a frugal SAHM of 4, plus as an international homestay parent, that I need to be on the ball when it comes to grocery shopping.

By following these rules on auto pilot I don’t need to add extra thinking to my busy, sensory overloaded weeks, plus I know that I am always getting a good deal and I can feel good about that.