Ham over Beef, and Other Ways to Keep Christmas Meal Costs Down

Holiday grocery bill climbs as beef prices drive up dinner costs

With eight days to go until Christmas, grocery stores across P.E.I. are filling up — and many shoppers say the cost of putting a holiday meal on the table is noticeably higher than last year.

Ham over beef, and other ways to keep Christmas meal costs down

With one week left before Christmas Eve, shoppers are facing higher prices on classic holiday staples like roasts, ham and turkey compared to last year.However, retail experts say strategic planning and smart shopping techniques can help families prepare memorable holiday meals without breaking their budgets.Affordable holiday dinner optionsAt the Rivertown IGA, customers are stocking up for holiday feasts, with many opting for ham dinners as be…

The cost of a Christmas meal: 'Just turning the barbecue on gets expensive'

Meat is "by far the biggest offender" when it comes to the increased cost of a Christmas meal, with classic options like steak or lamb considerably more expensive this year.