by POPSUGAR Smart Living 1

Before we can ring in a brand new year, homage must be payed to all that's 2009. So, to continue our coverage of the Best of 2009, we're recounting your favorite bits of advice — only the best of our tips for saving, working smart, and living just a little bit, well, savvier.

With food prices rising throughout the year, it's no wonder our 10 Tips For Saving More at the Grocery Store was a favorite guide. Interested in spending less on whatever is in your grocery cart? Revisit these simple pointers and remember to put them into practice for smart shopping in the new year, too.