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Excuse me, his "pre-breakfast."

Store-brand products aren’t just tolerated — they’re often.actively chosen.

For some shoppers, these brands aren’t a compromise.They’re the reason they shop where they do.. How to shop private label like a pro.As the private label category continues to grow, it’s not just about cutting costs — it’s about changing habits.

Whether you’re swapping out one pantry staple or rethinking your weekly list entirely, store brands are earning their place in more carts for a reason.The trick isn’t just buying cheaper — it’s learning how to shop better, even when the label isn’t familiar..

For anyone new to private label — or burned by a bland can of beans years ago — here are a few ways to shop smarter and get the most out of what’s available on the shelf.. Start with pantry basics.

Canned tomatoes, pasta, rice, flour, and frozen fruits or vegetables are low-risk, high-reward private-label picks.Its Marrakech Pacho mocktail was like a virgin Bloody Mary but better, the tomato and cucumber amped up with olive oil, garlic, and harissa.

The eponymous L’mida mocktail was a frothy wonder with cilantro, cucumber, and lime, the light foam of bubbles on top catching the mid-afternoon sunlight shining overhead..Courtesy of L'mida.

The food there is also excellent — chef Narjisse Benkabbou sends out one showstopper after another.Cheese briouates, featuring preserved lemon, honey, and sesame seeds, are a perfect snack.