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Cheapism; Peter Carruthers/istockphoto; Azurita/istockphoto Forget Starbucks: 8 Quick and Easy Egg Bites to Make at Home
Starbucks’ egg bites are one of the best breakfast items the chain has to offer. They’re simple and they won’t leave you feeling overly full. Still, grabbing these little guys for breakfast as part of your regular morning routine can…
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Cheapism; LauriPatterson/istockphoto 9 Easy Stir-Fry Recipes for a Quick Weeknight Meal
Stir-fry is one of the most reliable recipe constructs to in a pinch. Using any blend of vegetables and meat you have in the refrigerator, along with a blend of pantry staples, you can customize your own version of stir-fry.…
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Cheapism; Amazon 10 Small Companies That Are Actually Owned By Massive Corporations
It seems harder and harder to find good independent products. A lot of brands present a “we’re small, but mighty” exterior, and they are certainly mighty, but how many of them are actually small? Check out these seemingly small companies…
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Cheapism; bhofack2 / iStock; Depositphotos.com; Never Order These 7 Cocktails, According to Bartenders
Bartending is a noble craft — it takes skill to get people tipsy and happy. One of the perks of the job is being in on all the cocktail industry secrets and never having to worry about ordering the wrong…
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Margaritaville – Times Square Absurdly Persnickety Reviews of the Times Square Margaritaville
If you’re going to a sit-down chain restaurant, you’d be wise to lower your standards at the door. This is the world we live in. The same applies to any restaurant anywhere near Times Square, the lightest, brightest, centerpiece of…
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Cheapism; Empato/istockphoto; brightstars/istockphoto 7 Companies That Went Downhill After Being Acquired
Many of the world’s most well-known companies have gone downhill after being acquired. This is often due to cultural clashes, business misalignments, or poor management by the new owners. These acquisitions — initially driven by the promise of an expanded…
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Cheapism / Jay_Zynism/Tailex/triloks/istockphoto Accidental Inventions That We Use Every Day
Sometimes, the best things happen when you least expect them. While one might think that behind the things that we use every day, there were months, or even years of…
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Cheapism; tashka2000/istockphoto; FangXiaNuo/istockphoto; NNehring/istockphoto 10 Alternative and Affordable Ways To Garden When You Don’t Have a Backyard
FOMFP: the Fear of Missing Fresh Produce. Everyone keeps talking about their gardens, showing off their green thumbs. The farmers market is getting expensive and is just a reminder that…
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Cheapism / Ernesto Andrade (CC BY-ND) / Jeremy A. / Yelp / Robin J. / Yelp 8 Regional BBQ Styles That Will Make Texans Faint
People are territorial about their barbecue. There’s a vast array of low-and-slow meat styles across America, and people are fiercely loyal to their favorites. Unfortunately, like all great food debates,…
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Cheapism / roman_slavik/SoisudaS/roman_slavik/istockphoto 12 Overcrowded National Parks — And Where to Go Instead
Celebrated for their stunning natural beauty and unique landscapes, our national parks offer us a wonderful chance to connect with nature, discover diverse ecosystems, and experience the tranquility and grandeur of…
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Cheapism / Yeti/Amazon / Carhartt/Amazon / ronen/istockphoto Rolex, Carhartt, and Other Trendy Brands Originally Designed for Professionals
Unbeknownst to many consumers, quite a few popular brands used in everyday life started as specialty suppliers for professional industries. These brands crafted their products with high-quality materials and robust…
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Electrography/istockphoto 11 Inexpensive Meats for Cheap Summer Cookouts
Cooking al fresco is one of the great delights of summer. Although you can cook just about anything over the coals, the centerpiece is usually a piece of meat. In…
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iStock / Cheapism 8 Types of Stains You Should Absolutely Know How to Clean
If you’re enjoying some sushi on your lunch break at the park on a windy day, beware of the soy sauce. One gust and it’s all over your white pants,…
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frantic00 / iStock 10 Cities That Are Too Hot to Visit in Summer
There’s a common misconception that summer is the best time to visit most places. Because, hey, it’s summer — the weather will be swell, right? Well, in some cities, it’s…
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Cheapism / pchoui/Reimphoto/SeppFriedhuber/istockphoto 7 Cruises You Should Take This Summer to Avoid the Heat
Come July and August, the summer heat and humidity can feel stifling in many parts of the country. You still want to get away on a vacation, but the thought…
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Cheapism / shironosov/urbazon/GettyImages/istockphoto/ 10 Hidden Ways You’re Wasting Money While Traveling
“Traveling is the only thing that will make you richer.” While this saying rings true, and traveling may enrich your life emotionally, the reality is that it can also be…
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Cheapism; iStock / BWFolsom, PicturePartners/istockphoto; Photosiber/istockphoto 10 Foods Boomers Love That Gen Z Finds Utterly Disgusting
Gen Z clings to their ramen and acai bowls like their lives depend on it. Going out to lunch with grandma, however, yields some entirely different answers after browsing the…
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Cheapism Hungry? Score the Best Value Meal Deals at These Chains
Fast-food restaurants have been quietly axing dollar menus over the past few years in favor of combo meal deals. You pay more, but get multiple items at a discount from…