Food & Drink
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Beyond Beer: 8 Non-Alcoholic Drinks for a Party
Are you ready for some … hosting? If your living room has been designated the local Super Bowl venue, preparation is in order. Namely: party drinks and food. (We’re supposing you already have an awesome TV given the responsibility bestowed.)…
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Fall Entertaining on the Cheap
There’s a chill in the air, the leaves are changing colors, and football is back. The fall season is here and we’ve got some tips on how to entertain for less. The key to cheap fall entertaining is using what…
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Coffee Rewards Programs: Which Perks Your Interest?
Coffee is a big and competitive business in the United States — Statistic Brain reports that consumers spend more than 18 billion dollars a year on specialty brews alone — and coffee shops are working hard to build loyal followings.…
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5 Cheap and Easy Ways to Enjoy Watermelon on National Watermelon Day
Sweet and juicy, watermelon is an icon of summer and good for you, to boot. Two cups contain 80 calories and zero fat and are packed with vitamins A, B6, and C and nutrients like potassium. US News & World…
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Too Hot to Cook? Try These Cheap Summer Recipes
The best, and cheapest, summer recipes don’t require turning on the oven or stovetop but still result in delicious and refreshing dishes. Take advantage of freshly harvested vegetables and fruits and savor the colors, smells, and flavors they bring to…
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Save Some Green on St. Paddy’s Day
Soon it will be St. Patrick’s Day, when everyone is Irish for a day and frugal bloggers go haywire with puns on the word “green.” Although the historical significance is lost on many, the celebration began as an annual observance…
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Holiday Liquor on a Budget
As Christmas and New Year’s loom ever closer on the horizon, festivities brimming with cocktails and other alcoholic beverages are in full swing. But quenching the thirst of your guests…
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Flavor is Cheap
A portion of every dollar you earn is spent on food, so do yourself a favor and make that food taste better. Whether you dine out or prepare meals at…
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How to Host a Cheap Summer Olympics Viewing Party
More than 1 billion are expected to watch this Friday, July 27, as top athletes from all over the world gather in London for the 2012 Summer Olympics opening ceremony.…
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Three Cheap Summer Meals
Sometimes, summer means skipping out on grocery shopping day because the beach or a walk outside plead for your attention. And, well, you can always fall back on your pantry…
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Stock Up on These Essential Pantry Staples for Cheap, Healthful Meals
A smart grocery trip today can keep the pizza deliveryman away. A well-stocked refrigerator and pantry are essential for cooking quick, cheap meals (see our earlier blog post for ideas).…
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How to Curb Spending on Your Coffee Addiction
It’s no secret that Americans love their coffee. In fact, according to Coffee-Stastics.com, the United States is the leading coffee-consuming country, with Americans gulping down 400 million cups a day.…
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Save Money on Groceries: Make Thanksgiving Leftovers Last
Here’s some food for thought: According to EatTurkey.com Americans consumed 736 million pounds of turkey over the 2010 Thanksgiving holiday. This year is shaping up to be no different. With…
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How to Have a Summer Party for Less
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 party suggestions. The various recipe…
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Where to Find an Ice Chest for Less Cold, Hard Cash
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,…
