Quick overview — what to watch for today

If you’re shopping in Phoenix this week, a few standouts popped up: seasonal cherries at rock-bottom weekend pricing, bone-in split chicken breasts under a dollar a pound at Food City, and app-driven savings at Safeway and Albertsons. Groupon is also listing big discounts on grocery and market deals — sometimes as much as 70% off.

Weekend fruit steal: cherries

3 pounds for $0.99 — Friday, Saturday or Sunday

One flyer spotted this week promises a jaw-dropping weekend special: pick up 3 pounds of cherries for $0.99 on Friday, Saturday or Sunday. That’s a rare price for summer cherries — plan to grab them early in the day on the weekend to get the best selection.

How to use a cherry stock-up

• Freeze pitted cherries for smoothies and baking.
• Make a quick cherry compote for yogurt or ice cream.
• Share extras with neighbors — fresh fruit moves fast at these prices.

Meat deal: Food City

Bone-in split chicken breasts — $0.97 per pound

Food City’s current ad shows bone-in split chicken breasts at just $0.97 per pound this week. That’s a great price for family meals — roast, grill or braise and you’ll stretch dinner budgets easily.

Meal ideas for that price

• Sheet-pan roasted chicken with seasonal vegetables.
• Slow-cooked shredded chicken for tacos and salads.
• Sliced and pan-fried with a quick pan sauce for weeknight dinners.

Chain app savings: Safeway and Albertsons

Safeway — McDowell Rd location highlights

• Store: Safeway, 340 E McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ.
• Hours listed: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM daily.
• Savings: Use the Safeway Deals & Delivery app to clip deals and coupons; Top Members can save about 35% weekly.
• Convenience: The app handles DriveUp & Go™ or delivery. EBT cards are accepted in store, for grocery delivery and DriveUp & Go™ pickup at this location.

Albertsons — Cave Creek and Union Hills location

• Store: Albertsons, 18411 N Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix, AZ (near N Cave Creek Rd and E Union Hills Dr).
• Savings: Clip deals in the Albertsons for u™ app; Top Members can save up to about 35% weekly.
• Convenience: DriveUp & Go™ and grocery delivery options are available. The store emphasizes app-based coupons and rewards.

Why use the apps

• Digital coupons stack with weekly sales.
• Drive-up pickup and delivery save time — and both chains list EBT-friendly options for eligible shoppers.
• Top Member tiers can mean significant extra savings on recurring items.

Local independent pick: Phoenix Supermarket

Weekly specials at Phoenix Supermarket

Phoenix Supermarket is running in-store weekly specials now. The store lists WhatsApp contacts for inquiries or questions about specials: 818-0058 and 477-7194. If you like neighborhood markets, check their weekly boards for produce and ethnic pantry bargains.

Deal hunting with Groupon

Up to 70% off grocery & market discounts

Groupon’s Phoenix listings currently highlight Grocery & Market discounts with savings up to 70% off. These deals can include meal kits, specialty baskets, and occasional small appliance or kitchen accessory promotions. It’s worth scanning for one-off discounts if you’re after bulk or specialty items.

Quick shopping strategy for today

Prioritize perishable steals

• Head to Food City early for the $0.97/lb chicken and pick up cherries Fri–Sun before they sell out.
• If you use Safeway or Albertsons regularly, open their apps and clip today’s coupons before you shop — those Top Member savings do add up.

Combine sources for maximum savings

• Use app coupons at Safeway/Albertsons for staples.
• Hit Phoenix Supermarket for specialty produce or ethnic pantry items.
• Check Groupon for occasional bulk or specialty-market specials and possible appliance discounts.

What to expect this season

Summer produce and pantry stocking

• Cherry bargains are seasonal — expect short windows of deep discounts.
• Summer sales often include grilling cuts, discount bone-in chicken and family-size packs.

Small appliances and kitchen gear

• Local marketplace deals and Groupon can surface good discounts on blenders, small countertop appliances and cookware during local promos. Watch app-based coupons from major chains when they offer bonus digital savings around holiday weeks.

Final notes from a local shopper

Phoenix’s grocery week is looking full of opportunities — a true cherry steal over the weekend, sub-dollar chicken at Food City, and healthy digital savings through Safeway and Albertsons apps. Between app clipping, local market specials at Phoenix Supermarket, and occasional Groupon offers, you can stretch your grocery budget while stocking up for summer meals.