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Five Ways to Save Money at Thanksgiving
Nov 9, 2010 | 8:39 am
There goes Halloween, here comes Thanksgiving! If you feel caught up in the whirl of holiday planning already, take a breather - it's not too late to budget for the holidays!1.) Shop Grocery Store Sales NowMany grocery stores offer the typical Thanksgiving fixings at sale prices a couple of weeks before the big meal. Stock up on pumpkin, cranberries and stuffing before the prices go back up for last-minute shoppers. It pays to prepare. And, fill the freezer with inexpensive but impressive appetizers and sweets for those drop-by visits....
Shop Smart: Make a List
Aug 24, 2010 | 11:16 am
I usually have a shopping list in hand, along with select coupons, but then I find myself getting sidetracked by the store deals that I didn't know about or my daughter's incessant pleading for expensive smoothies....
The SunnySaves! $100 Summer Sweepstakes!
May 19, 2010 | 7:26 am
How would you spend $100? A hundred cups of coffee, a new dress + shoes, donate it to your favorite charity, go to a fancy pants dinner, save it for a rainy day…Contest Rules:It’s easy – just enter the contest for your chance to win. Share it with friends for good karma to come! For extra entries you can:...
Coupon Your Way To Savings!
May 10, 2010 | 11:44 am
Couponing seems to be the new craze..but when is saving money NOT the thing to do?! I live my life trying to find the best possible deals. That doesn't always mean the lowest price, but rather the most “bang for your buck.” You don’t have to quit your favorite brands, you just have to learn where to look for the savings! ...
Turkey Day Leftovers
Nov 24, 2009 | 12:21 pm
I can eat our traditional Thanksgiving meal (turkey, ham, mac 'n cheese, sweet potatoes, pumpkin pie...) days upon days without tiring of the combo. But, a lot of people want to mix it up a bit, maybe re-purpose the turkey for a Tetrazzini. Whatever you do, don't let it go to waste!...
Dessert, Please
Nov 19, 2009 | 9:03 am
Yes, my mind appears stuck in sugar mode. I've really made a big effort to cut back on my cookie intake (and chocolate, and pie...), but I can't stop thinking about melt-in-your-mouth treats! So, I'm planning to skip straight to dessert at the next holiday party I host. You save money by forgoing costly entrees and get right to the good stuff....
Swap Sweets for Savings
Nov 17, 2009 | 9:19 am
My daughter loves cookbooks, especially those with desserts on the cover. Often, we read a book filled with chocolate recipes at bedtime. I'm not complaining, she gets her love of sweets naturally. And, we bake muffins occasionally, but she really has been inspired by the holiday covers of our magazines. She wants to make everything!...
Plan a Potluck Party
Oct 9, 2009 | 10:52 am
I have a vision of myself as an effotless entertainer, always having tasty appetizers on hand for drop-ins, able to pull together a menu for a party of twelve without sweating, but in reality, I'm not so suave! But, there's no need to stress over party planning this fall, and it doesn't have to cost you a car payment either. Plan a potluck! You will save money & time all while having a blast with friends....
Savory Sushi & Catering Happy Hour & Holiday Drink Specials
Oct 2, 2009 | 9:00 am
I love sushi. And, I love wine - I know, sake goes with sushi, but I just don't care for sake! Whichever you prefer, Savory Sushi & Catering offers it all with a great deal on the drinks. You can hit happy hour Tuesday - Friday from 4 - 7 pm and get 1/2 off bottles of wine and sake, plus $1 off wine by the glass....
Plan to Save
Sep 14, 2009 | 11:11 am
In the quest to spend my dollars wisely, I print and clip coupons, buy my produce as locally as possible and carry a stack of reusable bags in my car for grocery shopping. But, sometimes the best laid plans just don't work out! We planned to have guests over this weekend and spent all day Saturday cleaning, strai...
Carolina's $10 Express Lunch Special
Aug 14, 2009 | 10:00 am
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Fresh Corn, Tomato and Basil Salad
Aug 6, 2009 | 2:00 pm
With the basil flourishing and the tomatoes piling up on the counter, I was looking for a tasty and easy recipe. Leigh Ann Garrett shared her favorite Spoleto Festival Finale picnic version of a Corn, Basil and Tomato Salad. Use local veggies for the best flavor!...
Ted's Butcherblock Beer Dinner
Jul 14, 2009 | 1:56 pm
I have heard rave reviews of the beer dinners hosted by Ted's Butcherblock. Although they don't fall in the inexpensive category, they are a great value. For $30 you get four-courses paired with ice cold craft beers. This dinner (July 16) will showcase a summer menu....
Carolina's Wine Special
Jul 6, 2009 | 1:09 pm
Carolina's offers a contemporary approach to Lowcountry cuisine, with local ingredients and classically rooted preparations. You can enjoy dinner tonight with a half-priced bottle of wine (under $70). They host half price wine night every Sunday and Monday. Sounds like a great way to start or end the week!...
Zappos's Pizza Lunch Deal
Jul 1, 2009 | 11:00 am
I could eat pizza every day, and really, it's almost a health food when you add some veggie toppings! So, I was excited to hear about the Zappo's Pizza lunch deal. For just $5, you get two one topping slices and a drink. Oh, mamma mia, I see a pizza pie in my future!...
Happy Hour at Muse Restaurant
Jun 26, 2009 | 2:00 pm
Happy Friday everyone! If we don't have a surprise thunderstorm this afternoon, I recommend happy hour on the patio at Muse Restaurant on Society Street. Throw off the work week with $5 mojitos from 5 - 7 pm! And, even if it does rain a bit, you can sip your cocktail at the bar and enjoy the start of the weekend....
$2 Martini Happy Hour at Tristan
Jun 24, 2009 | 2:00 pm
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Treat Yourself Today
Jun 22, 2009 | 10:19 am
I believe you should treat yourself every day, and that doesn't mean doling out your last dime. You can live richly without spending a fortune. But, between home and work requirements, sometimes the "me" time gets pushed aside. What better season than summer to unleash your inner child? So, I challenge you to schedule something just for you every day this week. Some wallet-friendly ideas: ► pick up a cup of gelato for dessert - perfect on a sweltering day ...
Slightly North of Broad Express Lunch
Jun 15, 2009 | 12:10 pm
I rarely eat lunch out, preferring my leftovers to spending bucks; however, the next time I do, I plan to dine at Slightly North of Broad. They have a fabulous Express Lunch deal - the entree of the day, choice of soup or house salad, and either coffee or tea for $9.95. That's only a couple of dollars more than what you pay for ...
Tip No. 79: Weekly Meal Planning
Jul 17, 2008 | 4:37 pm
Spend a little time over the weekend creating a menu for the week - check your pantry and crisper for items that you already have in stock. Then, plan your weekly grocery shopping trips with shopping list in hand. ...
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