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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! ...
$5 for 5 Days at Fleet Landing
Jan 5, 2010 | 3:47 pm
Fleet Landing celebrates five years in business with $5 food specials for you! You can't beat fresh seafood in a waterside setting.The Deal: ✔ $5 lunchtime blue plate specials and baskets of fried seafood with sides...
Plan Your Holiday Menu Now & Save Money
Dec 9, 2009 | 2:21 pm
Take a few minutes, after addressing the cards and hanging the stockings, to plan your holiday menu. Make a list of what meals you need to prepare and for how many people. A little planning saves you money and your sanity!...
SS! Holiday Savings Blitz: Crave Kitchen & Cocktails
Dec 4, 2009 | 7:00 am
It's Day 6 of the SunnySaves Holiday Savings Blitz - bringing you special offers every weekday until December 23. Missed a day? Check it out below! DAY 6: CRAVE KITCHEN & COCKTAILS DINNER SPECIAL...
Gift Card Deals
Dec 2, 2009 | 8:54 am
When you don’t know what to give Uncle Joe who has everything, or your next-door neighbor who watched your dog while you vacationed, or really anyone, consider purchasing a gift card. But, even if you narrow down your search to a gift card, you still have many options to choose from. ...
Cyber Monday Savings
Nov 30, 2009 | 9:30 am
If you survived Black Friday or simply waited until Cyber Monday (the first Monday after Thanksgiving), then get your shopping done before midnight to score great deals! 90% of online retailers are offering substantial discounts today. Obviously, start with the sites that you already know and love. But, if you want to expand your shopping view, check out these sites for ideas and guidance....
Secret Santa Savings
Nov 24, 2009 | 12:32 pm
Shopping for a dozen or more people drains your wallet and your sanity. And, if you have a large extended family, gift giving can be downright daunting. Thanksgiving provides the perfect opportunity to suggest a Secret Santa exchange instead of the usual overabundance of wrapped items. Everyone will save money and time, and those unwanted nick knacks gathering dust will become a distant memory. How To: 1. Write down everyone’s name on a slip of paper. You can leave the children out; grandparents want to give gifts to the little ones!...
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!...
Host a Holiday Clothing Swap
Nov 9, 2009 | 12:15 pm
I've been cleaning out my closets, swapping summer for fall, over the past couple of weeks. The exercise in organization has caused a couple of problems: insane sneezing, a need to purge and of course, the desire to buy new clothes!...
Cheap Fall Side Dish
Nov 3, 2009 | 1:35 pm
My good friend, Maggie Kennedy, sent me an easy, inexpensive and yummy recipe for slaw. With an abundance of crisp cabbage this time of year (about 50 cents per pound!), it's a great side dish for crock pot BBQ or meatloaf. Maggie's Fall Slaw...
Save Time - Don't Rush
Nov 3, 2009 | 11:05 am
I ignore the alarm clock a few times – I’m not sure that it’s natural to get up in the dark – and head for the coffee pot, then jump into high gear. Need to get the kids and husband up, pack lunches and book bags, start a load of laundry, shower, check email, get the kids off to school, get to work…and, that’s around all of the mundane things to do like brush my teeth. ...
Saturday Farmers Market Dinner at the Swamp Fox Restaurant
Oct 28, 2009 | 12:00 pm
Shopping at the Farmers Market always sparks a mental list of possible menus. Evidently, Chef Ryan of the Francis Marion Hotel's Swamp Fox Restaurant feels the same way! Every Saturday evening, he prepares a special menu based on fresh, local and sustainable ingredients that can be found at the Farmers Market across the street from the restaurant....
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....
Date Night Deal at Crave Kitchen & Cocktails
Sep 21, 2009 | 12:00 pm
Go ahead and make your reservation for a mid-week date! Crave Kitchen & Cocktails offers a great special menu for two (your significant other, your best friend...) on Tuesday and Wednesday nights. Here's the deal:...
Wonderful Women & Wine Happy Hour at Tristan
Sep 14, 2009 | 2:02 pm
I certainly love wine, and as a business owner I love to support other like-minded women, so the new Wonderful Women & Wine Happy Hour that kicks off this Thursday at Tristan makes for a perfect networking event....
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...
Etsy.com BOGO
Aug 28, 2009 | 9:25 am
Hey, all you Etsy fans, did you know they have a weekend deals section featuring lots of great BOGO offers from artisans? If you're not familiar with the site, it's "Your place to buy & sell all things handmade™." If you like one-of-kind pieces (everything from accessories to geekery to woodworking), bookmark this site! These deals only last through the weekend, so don't wai...
Castle Keepers Free House Cleaning
Aug 26, 2009 | 11:05 am
You only have to admit it to yourself and to Castle Keepers if you happen to live in a pig sty. It's okay; not everyone enjoys housekeeping. But wouldn't it be nice to have someone else do the cleaning? Enter the Clean My House! contest by uploading a picture of the dirtiest room in your home, and if Castle Keepers deems yours the dirtiest o...
Tristan's Julie & Julia Cooking Challenge
Aug 18, 2009 | 12:30 pm
I find cooking relaxing...when I don't HAVE to do it! I plan to see the movie this week, and I've read both books that Julie & Julia are based on, and loved them. And, I wish I were a superb cook too. Maybe you are? If so, you need to enter ...
Carolina's $10 Express Lunch Special
Aug 14, 2009 | 10:00 am
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Free Concert – The V-Tones at the Daily Dose
Aug 11, 2009 | 10:48 am
BACK TO SCHOOL SPECIAL - a free concert from the V-Tones with Clint Fore on tuba, Jeff Arnold on swing guitar, Noodle and Eden on ukes. As the summer days begin to pass into the realms of memory, we prepare ourselves for another school year, even if you're just a student of life! Come celebrate the passing of time with music of former decades. Children! Hula Hoops!!! Ukuleles!!!!...
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!...
50% off Patagonia, Teva, etc.
Jul 21, 2009 | 8:32 am
If you live outside, like many of us do on the coast, then you need quality outdoor clothing. I know my Patagonia jacket lasted a lot longer than the knock-off version. But, sometimes quality costs more. Now you can take advantage of two great summer sales: up to 50% off apparel at The Charleston Angler and up to 50% off brands like Patagonia and Teva at Half-Moon Outfitters. ...
Oak Steakhouse "Smaller Portions for Smaller Prices" Menu
Jul 15, 2009 | 2:00 pm
Every time I go out to eat, I think, "I really should have the waiter pack up half of my meal to save for later," and then I proceed to eat entirely too much of a good thing! Now, Oak Steakhouse offers a new Light Summer Fare Menu from 5 - 7 pm, Monday through Thursday, which is easier on the waistline and the wallet!...
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....
Cooking Demo to Benefit Louie's Kids
Jul 7, 2009 | 9:19 am
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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!...
Baby Gear Giveaway
Jul 2, 2009 | 9:20 am
Holy smokes! If you have small children and you drool over all of the fancy gear available, but can't bear to spend $1000 on a stroller, then log on to Magic Beans today and every day for the rest of July. They are celebrating their five-year anniversary with a 31-day giveaway - each day a different high-end item like the Bugaboo Cameleon stroller ($979) or the Monte Luca Glider ($945). DailyCandy Kids f...
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!...
Aster Hall Preview
Jul 1, 2009 | 10:06 am
Definitely add this event to your calendar. I love Angela Hall's handmade jewelry - I'm wearing a pair of her earrings now; actually, the only two pairs of earrings that I ever wear, Angela crafted! Thursday, July 26 - 8 pm481 King Street...
Dorothea Benton Frank Book Signing Today
Jun 30, 2009 | 9:19 am
The College of Charleston Bookstore launches Dorothea Benton Frank's book tour in support of her new novel, Return to Sullivans Island (William Morrow), today. This follow up to Sullivan's Island (Berkley Trade) tells the sto...
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....
SunnySaves SCIWAY Site of the Day!
Jun 26, 2009 | 9:36 am
SCIWAY (SC Information Highway) provides fantastic information about SC. From arts & entertainment to job openings to state history, you can find it all here! And, a big thanks to SCIWAY for choosing SunnySaves.com as their website of the day - check it out!...
Harris Teeter Sub Special
Jun 25, 2009 | 10:30 am
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$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 ...
Old Village Post House Special
Jun 19, 2009 | 1:51 pm
I love the homey feel of the Old Village Post House on Pitt Street in the Old Village of Mt....
Three Father's Day Experience Gifts
Jun 19, 2009 | 10:42 am
Holidays often equal spending a chunk of change. When I asked my husband what he wanted for Father’s Day this year, he replied, “to spend time with my family.” I love that answer! However, that doesn’t mean we completely ignore Dad’s big day, instead, we make cards and plan an adventure!1. The Active Adventure...
Ride CARTA Free on June 18
Jun 17, 2009 | 9:21 am
As part of the Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority's (CARTA) effort to get people to use public transportation, you can ride for free this Thursday, June 18. As gas prices slowly climb, the fourth annual "Dump the Pump" campaign is timely. By taking public transit, you conserve fuel and benefit the environment, while saving money. Check out what those savings can add up to when you use the calculator on the American Public Transportatio...
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 ...
Free Magazine for You
Jun 15, 2009 | 10:34 am
If you like to read a variety of magazines, this free service is for you! Mine magazine (online only) lets you customize the content based on your interests. You answer a few questions about yourself like which do you crave more - sushi or pizza?...
Free Hydrangea Festival
Jun 12, 2009 | 11:06 am
Rosebank Farms hosts the annual Hydrangea Festival this Saturday and Sunday (June 13 & 14). They have over 3200 hydrangeas! From 10 am – 4 pm you can take a self-guided tour among the several acres of beautiful blooms. Owner, Sidi Limehouse, and a local horticulturist can answer any questions. ...
Caviar and Bananas Summer Wine Tasting
Jun 11, 2009 | 2:00 pm
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Chaleston Book & DVD Sale
Jun 11, 2009 | 11:06 am
It's that time again - the Charleston Friends of the Library Book and DVD sale! Restock your library for a tiny fraction of the cost of new - prices start at 50 cents. We took home two boxes of books last time - I found some of my upcoming book club reads, tons of kids books (and when you read 15 a day, you can use some new stock!), as well as business books and a few that looked interesting but I never would have paid full price for. Long story short, head to the Charleston County Main Libary at 68 Calho...
Spoleto Festival USA Special Finale Offer!
Jun 4, 2009 | 11:20 am
Today through Saturday, you can buy two Spoleto Festival Finale tickets for the price of one*. Pack a picnic and plan to arrive early to take advantage of the Middleton Place Gardens on the Ashley River....
Buy Books, Be Good
May 19, 2009 | 3:04 pm
When you save money, you often have the added benefit of saving time and saving the earth. Do all three this weekend when you buy used books at the Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale (10 Storehouse Row, Navy Yard at Noisette, North Charleston). Prices start at 50 cents for books, DVDs, books on CD and tape, LPs, maps and sheet music; you can buy a year's worth of reading materials in a couple of hours and you're saving a few trees by picking up someone else's hand-me-downs. ...
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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