Save money on food and dining out

Tips to save at restaurants, grocery stores and more...



Jan 2010
16

5 Dollar Dinner Mom: A few of her secrets

by Jessica Bosari
Posted In:  restaurants and grocery

5 dollar dinners Two years ago, Erin Chase was desperate to find new ways to save money. She had already cut the utility bills to the bare minimum, and done everything else she could think of to save money. When there was still not enough to go around, she eyed her grocery bill and set to work. Read the rest...



Dec 2009
16

Food Storage Tips That Save Money

by debbiedragon
Posted In:  restaurants and grocery


When money gets tight the first thing to get scaled back in most households is the grocery budget. This is understandable considering how much food the average family wastes each month. You may have implemented some common methods of reducing your food costs like cutting coupons and buying store brand products. These are good ideas that work great to bring the cost of groceries down, however they are not the only way you can stretch your grocery dollars. Here we look at other tips that can save you even more money on your grocery expenses.Read the rest...



Dec 2009
10

Simple Money Saving Tips that Still Work

by debbiedragon
Posted In:  entertainment  restaurants and grocery  family


Search for coupons. There is an overabundance of coupons available that can save you hundreds of dollars a month. Don’t just in Sunday’s paper but in the free publications that you get delivered in your mail. The advertisement flyers that are dropped at your doorstep offer dollars off for meals, vendor services and even home repair. The Laundromat or the local pizza shop may have a stack of old papers with valid coupons. Use your time wisely. When you are doing your laundry you can be skimming the paper for valuable savings.
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Nov 2009
19

Know Your Food Plan Levels and Save

by debbiedragon
Posted In:  restaurants and grocery


It’s one of our basic needs and biggest budget busters…food. The US Department of Agriculture reports 4 different weekly spending levels for an average family of 4 with children ages 9-11 years old:

  • Thrifty food plan level spends $133
  • Low cost food plan level spends $173
  • Moderate food plan level spends $216.60
  • Liberal food plan level spends $263.40

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Nov 2009
9

Frugal Feast - Saving money on Thanksgiving Day

by Tyra
Posted In:  restaurants and grocery  family

Ah, the holiday season has arrived once again. Family and friends are all around, gifts are being given and received, you've gotten a little time off work, and can sense the general cheer in the air.

Those of us that have experienced a few holidays know that the cost of it all can really add up, whether its shopping for everybody on your gift list, decorating for the season, or preparing the perfect holiday dinner. Get off on a frugal foot this year by saving money on the first big gathering and meal of the season, Thanksgiving.

Here's how...Read the rest...



Oct 2009
22

Scan Your Way To A Lower Grocery Bill

by debbiedragon
Posted In:  restaurants and grocery


If you are looking for ways to save cash and reduce unnecessary spending, cutting costs at the grocery store is usually a good place to start. With most families spending more money than needed to stock their refrigerator and pantry each week, it is not unusual to go over budget while shopping for groceries and regularly used household products. While most consumers understand the basics when reducing grocery costs, such as using coupons, shopping with a list and replacing brand name items with the store brand, many consumers overlook the benefit of using hand-held scanners while shopping.Read the rest...



Oct 2009
2

Tips for Trimming Your Grocery Bill By Up to 50%

by debbiedragon
Posted In:  restaurants and grocery  family

In today’s world, so many of us are looking to refine our household budgets. One area that can be tricky for many of us is the food bill. Let’s face it, we are all very busy and the food industry knows it. They have catered to our busy lives, while taking our hard earned money and running with it. If you typically eat out a lot, purchase pre made foods or just head to the grocery store without a meal plan and a grocery list, you are overspending. Let’s take a look at some tips you can use to shave your food bill by up to 50%.
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Jul 2009
29

More ways to save on groceries

by Tyra
Posted In:  restaurants and grocery

It's official- Everybody is cutting back on everything including the basics. However, most people would agree that feeding their family ranks high on their priorities regardless of their budget. Keeping your family healthy, happy and well fed on the cheap is quite possible, as long as you stick to your budget and think outside the box. Heres a few tips and tricks to guide you... Read the rest...



Jul 2009
19

Brown bag it! Save money, bring your lunch to work.

by Tyra
Posted In:  restaurants and grocery

You've heard it before, that you save money by preparing and bringing your own homemade lunch rather than driving to the deli, or even local fast-food joint on your lunchbreak. The five or six bucks (or more!) may not see like a big deal, but c'mon guys that adds up. Even if you spent only five dollars a day, that would add up to $25.00 for the whole work week! Save by brown-bagging it, and you'll reap both health and financial benefits. Read the rest...



Jul 2009
9

Rockin the Ramen - Frugal Ramen Recipies

by Tyra
Posted In:  restaurants and grocery

Ah, ramen noodles (pronounced rah-men) are a true food mystery. They are by far one of the cheapest food items in the grocery store (around 15 cents per package), and extremely versatile. You can use this budget stretcher in almost any dish to cut down on cost, and stretch the other ingredients further. We're talking soup, salads, side dishes and casseroles. The secret is to be creative, and you can make ramen noodles accent any delicious meal. We put together a few creative recipes to get you started, but go ahead and think outside the box and create your own!   Read the rest...

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