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February 8th Daily Deals - External Hard Drive Deal, Valentine's Day Gifts, and more.

Posted on 2/8/2012 10:47 EST

Today we have some great tech deals in addition to our Valentine's day deals. Ebay has a waterproof, fireproof 2 TB external hard drive marked down to $250 from the regular price of $420, Amazon has...

February 7th Daily Deals - Flip Camcorder Deals, Romantic Valentine's Day Gifts, and more.

Posted on 2/7/2012 12:16 EST

Today we have to great flip camcorder deals, more romantic Valentine's day gifts, and more. Best Buy:

Sony Bloggie Touch 8GB HD Camcorder ($94.99, $199.99 value)

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February 2nd Daily Deals - HDTV Deals, Cheap K-Cups, Overstock.com Coupon, and more.

Posted on 2/2/2012 12:14 EST

We have three HDTV deals this week to get you ready for Game Day and, just for fun, an NFL-logo sandwich maker. We also found a good deal on K-cups and a $20 for $10 deal at Overstock.com. Enjoy! Groupon:

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How to Enjoy Super Bowl 2012 for Less

Posted on 1/30/2012 22:12 EST

Football draws large crowds on a regular basis, but no game attracts as many spectators as the Super Bowl. The National Retail Federation expects 173 million to tune in on Sunday and spend an average...

January 27th Daily Deals - Women's Jewelry Deals, Retail Coupons, and more.

Posted on 1/27/2012 11:15 EST

Today's daily deals include women's jewelry, retail store coupons, and more. Groupon:

Groupon just released several new deals, including chocolates and jewelry for Valentine's

January 19th Daily Deals - SuperBowl Deals, Discounted HDTV, SuperBowl Party Platter, Tabletop Grill

Posted on 1/19/2012 11:40 EST

Today we've got daily deals to prep your SuperBowl party, from party platters and bottle-opening remote controls to a 55" HDTV. If you're not watching this year, we have some other great deals, so make...

Don't Get Tricked by Your Treats

Posted on 10/27/2011 16:06 EST

Nearly one quarter of annual candy sales -- the equivalent of $2 billion -- occur around Halloween. That's a lot of sugar. But if you think it's just Snickers and Butterfingers dominating the supermarket...

Cheap Dinner and Lunch Ideas and Recipes

Posted on 7/15/2011 10:54 EST

Oh, for a delicious, nutritious, cheap meal. Is such a thing as elusive as the perfect pair of jeans? Healthy foods like farm-fresh produce and organic milk can be frightfully expensive. But a little creativity...

Cheap Vegetarian Meals and Healthy Dinner Ideas

Posted on 7/12/2011 16:48 EST

Like many things in life, preparing and enjoying cheap healthy meals requires just a bit of forethought. Keep your kitchen stocked with staples like canned beans, pasta, brown rice, quinoa, nuts, and frozen...

How to Have a Summer Party for Less

Posted on 7/7/2011 1:08 EST


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With the summer in full swing and the national grilling holiday behind us, the internet is buzzing with cheap grilling recipes, BBQ meals, and cheap...

New York Pizza Coupons and Deals

Posted on 6/16/2011 21:02 EST

Whether you're having some friends over or if you're a hardcore New York pizza-lover and looking for ways to save on your indulgence, check out our comphensive list of ways you can find New York pizza...

Be Smart About Stocking Up at Costco

Posted on 4/19/2011 2:28 EST

Buying in bulk can certainly save money, but if you're not careful it can leave your house looking like something out of a TLC show. (Have you marveled at "Hoarders" or "Extreme Couponing" yet?) Read more on NorthJersey.com »

Where to Find an Ice Chest for Less Cold, Hard Cash

Posted on 4/18/2011 0:28 EST

Believe it or not, it's possible to spend almost $800 on a cooler (a cooler!). But if you have no need for two-inch polyurethane foam insulation, a freezer-style sealing gasket, or dry-ice compatibility...

Shop better by avoiding these five traps

Posted on 4/2/2011 22:23 EST

Buy bulk. Shop for Christmas on Black Friday. Don't get food at drug stores. Those are some of the common shopping myths deconstructed in an AP story in The Republic. Purchasing smaller quantities... Read more on The Republic »

Eat Vegan for Less with These Tips

Posted on 3/28/2011 16:06 EST

Vegan health and wellness expert Kathy Freston knows eating organic fresh fruit and veggies is expensive. She doesn't want that fact to deter people from exploring the vegan lifestyle, in which participants... Read more on Huffington Post »

Top 5 cheapest and healthiest food picks at the grocery

Posted on 3/26/2011 15:49 EST

News station WKYC in Cleveland says prices for some healthy foods like fruit and vegetables are soaring again, making it tough for struggling consumers to eat right. What's a budget- and health-conscious... Read more on wkyc.com »

Hunger challenge: Tips on eating well on the cheap

Posted on 3/25/2011 20:52 EST

Good cheap food tips are a dime a dozen. Komonews.com found they're also easy to squeeze into 144 characters or less. A Twitter query turned up responses like buying root vegetables and how to store... Read more on komonews.com »

Our 10 Best and Cheapest Grand Central Station Eats

Posted on 3/25/2011 20:13 EST

Just in case you think train stations and good food are an inherent contradiction, check out the cheap Grand Central Food. Manhattan's iconic train station, according to The Village Voice, serves... Read more on The Village Voice »

Sales to look for in March -- and items to avoid

Posted on 3/18/2011 21:18 EST

There's the right time for everything, so what to buy in March? Sounds like a silly question, but in the shoulder season between winter and spring, lots of vendors, ecommerce and otherwise, are hosting... Read more on CBS News »

Cheap, Kid-Friendly Eats in Washington, D.C.

Posted on 3/16/2011 20:25 EST

Cheap DC restaurants that appeal to kids? Indeed, as this frugal traveler for The New York Times discovered as he marched his nephew around to a slew of cheap ethnic eateries. There are plenty to... Read more on The New York Times »

Hungry SXSW fans: there is cheap food in Austin

Posted on 3/14/2011 15:18 EST

If you know anyone who went to SXSW and spent all their cash on getting there but still need to eat decent food: tell them to follow Cheapism on foursquare or read our cheap Austin restaurants Read more on Cheapism »

Online meal-planning websites help cut costs of growing grocery bills

Posted on 3/11/2011 16:02 EST

Grocery bill savings tips are yours for the clicking at ABCactionnews.com. This post points you to another link that helps you save time and money with recipes and details about sales on the items... Read more on abcactionnews.com »

10 very good wines under $15

Posted on 3/4/2011 15:27 EST

What is a good cheap wine under $15, you ask. The Miami Herald answers with a list of ten, ranging from a sweet riesling to a bubbly and light prosecco to a fruity Garnacha. The wines hail from... Read more on Miami Herald »

Our 10 Best and Cheapest Penn Station Eats

Posted on 2/26/2011 22:44 EST

Hard to believe, folks, but there is good cheap Penn Station food. We're talking here about that mammoth underground railroad station on the west side of Manhattan, which swarms with hundreds of thousands... Read more on The Village Voice »

When to Haggle, How to Extend Food's Lifespan, Why Being Old Has Its Benefits

Posted on 2/19/2011 18:55 EST

When to haggle and 245 money tips from Time should keep you busy this week. If you're a senior, if you have spendthrift friends, if you're paying too much to your Internet service provider, and... Read more on Time »

How to buy organic 'on the cheap'

Posted on 2/18/2011 15:03 EST

Cheap organic food sounds like a contradiction in terms, but WKYC.com walks you down the grocery aisle while feeding you with tips about how to choose the organic food items that won't weigh too... Read more on wkyc.com »

Baby Food 30 Times Cheaper Than Gerber; Find Out How

Posted on 2/10/2011 21:45 EST

The cheapest baby food isn't hard to find -- it's right there in your kitchen. As a blogger for Patch explains, buying bulk vegetables and preparing purees for the little one will net you huge savings... Read more on Patch »

How to Get Groceries for Free

Posted on 2/9/2011 16:49 EST

There are groups for everything these days, even free groceries. MSN Money reports on the growing practice of gleaning -- picking up expired and unused food and distributing it with constrained... Read more on MSN Money »

20 cheap eats for under $20 on Oahu

Posted on 1/29/2011 0:46 EST

On the off chance that you happen to find yourself stranded on a Hawaiian island, just remember -- there are cheap Oahu restaurants. Get yourself out of the comfort zone of your resort hotel, suggests... Read more on The Chicago Tribune »

Thrifty grocery shoppers head to smaller Save-A-Lot, Aldi

Posted on 1/25/2011 21:23 EST

Discount grocery stores are all the rage these days, writes USA Today. And no wonder -- cheap prices on lesser-known brands appeal to recession-weary shoppers. If you haven't joined the coupon craze, Read more on USA Today »

5 Ways To Eat Healthy For Cheap

Posted on 1/22/2011 15:35 EST

Cheap healthy eating is not a contradiction in terms. TheBostonChannel.com says you can pare your budget without losing your appetite, and here's how... Read more on thebostonchannel.com »

Book Helps You Pick Frugal Wines

Posted on 1/20/2011 20:22 EST

A cheap wines book can be an indispensable aid for anyone who enjoys one of the pleasures of life but can only do so on a limited budget. California Farmer provides a short review of a new book... Read more on California Farmer »

Buying in Bulk: Trimming Food Bills Beyond the Warehouse Stores

Posted on 1/14/2011 21:49 EST

We've all learned by know that spending less on groceries means buying in bulk. But so much of that bulk comes swaddled in expensive cardboard and plastic. Time points out that you can save even... Read more on Time »

Cheap diet recommendations

Posted on 1/3/2011 22:56 EST

So you made a resolution to lose weight and you made a resolution to be frugal and now you have to find a way to stick to both. Our editors researched the cheap diet plans out there and identified... Read more on Cheapism »

Cheap Blender Recommendations

Posted on 1/3/2011 21:50 EST

You can find a good cheap blender under $40 in all blender categories: wand, single-serve, and multi-serve. Our research shows that the best cheap blenders are personal, single-size blenders... Read more on Cheapism »

Inexpensive Restaurants That Stood Out in 2010

Posted on 12/29/2010 10:27 EST

Rejoice if you live in and around the five boroughs -- there's a surfeit of cheap restaurants serving truly outstanding fare. The New York Times offers this list of enticing cheap eats -- for the... Read more on The New York Times »

Grocery Coupon iPhone App Means No More Clipping

Posted on 11/16/2010 10:20 EST

You may be one of the lucky shoppers who live near one of nine grocery chains participating in this new free coupon app. Check on your good fortune (or not) in this post from Wallet Pop and learn... Read more on Wallet Pop »

5 Frugal Rules You Must Follow When Shopping at Costco

Posted on 11/15/2010 20:43 EST

It's such a bargain! How often do you tell that to your friends after shopping at Costco? But there's a wise way to really make those bargains count, and Wise Bread tells you how. Read more on Wise Bread »

10 tips for making your stuff last longer

Posted on 10/4/2010 16:17 EST

Leave it to WalletPop. This personal finance website has the scoop on how to get more life out of things you already have, like jeans and razor blades. But get this, you're supposed to wait six... Read more on Wallet Pop »

Food Safety Tips for the Budget-Conscious

Posted on 9/6/2010 16:01 EST

No one wants to get sick from eating food. But we've certainly seen our share of that recently. In this report from The New York Times, you'll find some tips that should keep you healthy and solvent. Read more on The New York Times »

Seven Surprising Ways to Save Money in Kitchens

Posted on 9/5/2010 13:57 EST

It's time to think outside the coupon box for ways to save on grocery bills. CBS News gets you started with this list of seven ways to get the most out of foods you've already got on hand. Read more on CBS News »

Cheap Ice Cream Maker Recommendations

Posted on 7/22/2010 1:06 EST

The heat of the summer melts away with the right ice cream maker, but there are several defining factors that make one model better than the rest. Ice cream makers can cost up to $200, but there are a... Read more on Cheapism »

Extreme Personal Finance: Eating Well on One Dollar a Day

Posted on 6/10/2010 20:21 EST

Yup, it's possible. You can eat well for $1 a day. Read this post from Get Rich Slowly if you want to learn how (and pick up some frugal grocery shopping tricks along the way). Read more on Get Rich Slowly »

50 Healthy Foods for Under $1 a Pound

Posted on 6/4/2010 13:52 EST

Everyone needs to eat, and most of us shop, plan menus, and cook from time to time. So if you want to really save a buck, The Daily Green lists 50 foodstuffs you can buy (at least some of the time) Read more on The Daily Green »

Get Kitchen Gadgets for Less at the Local Restaurant Supply Store

Posted on 6/1/2010 8:45 EST

You know all the hype about gourmet kitchen equipment? Forget about it. What you really want is functional utensils that don't eat up your budget. Get Rich Slowly has a hot tip: find the nearest... Read more on Get Rich Slowly »

10 Ways to Cut Your Wedding Food Costs

Posted on 5/14/2010 6:46 EST

Couples planning to get hitched are often shocked at the price of wining and dining their guests. So Mint.com has come up with 10 ways to trim those costs without looking, well, cheap. Read more on Mint.com »

$10 Dinners: The Denver Post's third annual economical recipe list

Posted on 4/8/2010 10:53 EST

You're probably tired of hearing this, but you can cook dinner for four for $10 or so. To prove the point, The Denver Post serves up 10 recipes for healthy and cheap eating, along with some reminders... Read more on The Denver Post »

Penny-pinchers spread the savings ideas

Posted on 3/23/2010 17:21 EST

If you've run out of ideas on how to live on less, the St. Petersburg Times can help you out. Here are some nifty ideas from readers about stretching the dollar when doing your grocery shopping. Read more on St. Petersburg Times »

Slim Pickings? You Can Still Eat Well

Posted on 3/23/2010 15:54 EST

You might not have access to a wide variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, and you might have a limited food budget, but that's no excuse for boring, unhealthy meals. The New York Times offers... Read more on The New York Times »

Good wine, for under $8

Posted on 3/22/2010 13:15 EST

It may be hard to believe, but you'll pay almost as much for a bottle of sweet soda pop as you will for a bottle of eminently drinkable wine. The Buffalo News found several cheap reds and whites, Read more on The Buffalo News »

10 Cheap (or Free) Ways to Lose Weight

Posted on 2/18/2010 0:29 EST

Getting in shape shouldn't make your body feel great while you worry about how bad your wallet feels. Thanks to the Christian Science Monitor for offering up ten tips that can help you shed those... Read more on Christian Science Monitor »

A Well-Priced, Tasty California Cabernet

Posted on 2/6/2010 19:53 EST

Big wine, little price. Hardly a contradiction in terms, according to Winespectator.com, which offers this tip from the experts on a good, cheap California cabernet. But (there's always a but), Read more on Winespectator.com »

Sam's Club To Offer Bargain French Vodka

Posted on 1/7/2010 13:31 EST

To keep those inner fires burning during the long dark and cold winter nights, think vodka. NPR reports that Sam's Club is introducing a new discount store brand. Read more on NPR »

Oklahoma City News OKC Claims Cheapest Beer Title

Posted on 11/5/2009 8:19 EST

Planning to dine out soon? Save money by sticking to the appetizers. According to a report by KOCO, menu prices have crpet up this year in all categories but starters. Oh, and make a detour to Oklahoma... Read more on KOCO.com »

Grocery auctions the latest craze for bargain hunters

Posted on 11/1/2009 1:58 EST

There are all kinds of ways to save money these days. Now you can bid at auction for your groceries(!) and spend far less than you would at the grocery store. WKYC reports on this growing phenomenon. "How... Read more on WKYC »

3 On Your Side: Low Cost Espresso Makers

Posted on 8/26/2009 23:15 EST

Forget those pricey specialty coffee shop espressos. You can do just as well making your brew at home, says CBS3.com. Read on to see which products they recommend. Read more on CBS3.com »

Best cheap eats in Chinatown

Posted on 7/18/2009 16:51 EST

If you've got a hankering for some cheap Chinese food, head on over to New YOrk City's Chinatown. TimeOut NY suggests this list of places with tasty deals. Read more on Time Out NY »

Extreme Frugality: Mozzarella Madness

Posted on 7/10/2009 18:01 EST

Mozzarella cheese lovers, here's a frugal idea: make your own. Just buy some milk, heat it up with salt, citric acid, and renet and ... well, never mind. As Gourmet.com reports, cheese makers are known... Read more on Gourmet.com »

Is It Economical To Raise Chickens?

Posted on 6/24/2009 20:34 EST

For you egg-lovers and wannabe farmers, it will cost more to raise your own chickens to get those farm-fresh eggs you crave-- but if that doesn't deter you, Chicken Keeping Secrets shares some vital information... Read more on Chicken Keeping Secrets »

How to Choose an Inexpensive Barbeque Grill

Posted on 6/22/2009 17:15 EST

Bar-b-que season is finally here. If you're in the market for new grill--but don't care to spend $1,000 or more, this article from Grilling Is Easy suggests six low-cost grills that are worth checking... Read more on GrillingIsEasy.com »

Advice from Registered Dietitians: Eating Well on a Budget

Posted on 5/18/2009 13:03 EST

Healthy eating is also frugal eating. HealthNewsDigest.com offers a slew of ideas to help you balance your budget and with well-balanced, nutritious, and delicious meals. To learn how, read on. Read more on HealthNewsDigest.com »

Extreme Frugality: Making Allowances

Posted on 5/1/2009 10:13 EST

Family gardening is a sure route to bounteous rewards: frugal living for the grown-ups, thanks to the copious fresh fruits and vegetables that will soon sprout; and wages for the young ones to ensure they... Read more on Gourmet Magazine »

The Frugal Foodie: Monica Bhide

Posted on 4/30/2009 10:09 EST

Forget those pricey condiments and premade timesavers. Preparing an authentic Indian meal for less than $15 is a no brainer -- if you follow these tips from The Washingtonian. Read more on The Washingtonian »

It May Be Cheap, but It's Also Tasty

Posted on 4/29/2009 7:59 EST

The meat may be cheap, but shoe leather it ain't. The New York Times cooks up some tasty treats with budget cuts of meat that sport unusual names. Read more on The New York Times »

I Wonder: Who has the cheapest groceries?

Posted on 4/28/2009 15:40 EST

This enterprising TV station (KTVB) did some comparison shopping to find the lowest-price groceries in Boise, ID. Think how much cash you can save after spending an afternoon doing the same in your town. Read more on KTVB TV »

Frugal Americans find health and value in backyard gardens

Posted on 4/24/2009 21:08 EST

Eat well and save dough--it can be done. Just get out your gardening tools, plant some seeds, and watch your fruits and vegetables grow while your grocery bill shrinks. The Detroit News reports on this... Read more on The Detroit News »

Inexpensive Bordeaux

Posted on 4/21/2009 20:31 EST

Deflate those smarmy wine snobs at your next dinner party with budget Bordeaux wines. Read this piece from The Epoch Times and discover which labels pass the test--for $15 or less. Read more on The Epoch Times »

5 ways to save on organic food

Posted on 4/21/2009 20:02 EST

Mission impossible: organic produce that doesn't break your budget. Never fear, the mission can be accomplished. Consumer Reports Health tells you how. Read more on Consumer Reports »

Five frugal foods to stretch your dollar

Posted on 4/15/2009 18:10 EST

"Does your wallet feel lighter than usual after you go through the supermarket checkout line these days? Don't worry. It is possible to feed your family healthy foods — just leave some processed foods... Read more on Examiner.com »