People are looking for ways to be more economical this festive season

Many Ipoh residents say they are being more careful with their spending this Chinese New Year. — Photos: RONNIE CHIN/The Star

TO MAKE the most out of their money, many Ipoh folk are learning different ways to be sparing and economical when it comes to preparing food for Chinese New Year.

Those interviewed by MetroPerak said buying ingredients at least a month earlier, making price comparisons at different markets, and eating at home for their reunion dinner are among their strategies.