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Categories: saving money, seasonal » [9 Dec 2008 | No Comment | 1,283 views]
Edible holiday gift – Peanut Caramel Sauce

(NC)-For a truly decadent treat, make batches of Peanut Carmel Sauce for holiday gift giving. This delectable sauce is the perfect topping for ice cream and other homemade treats.
Package it in a festive jar and accompany it with a personalized recipe tag to complete the look.
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Categories: healthy eating, news, saving money » [9 Dec 2008 | No Comment | 678 views]
Milk… does a body good

PRESS RELEASE
Milk is One Beverage Jackson Can’t Afford to Keep Off the Grocery List
With Food Prices on the Rise, New Tools Help Make More ‘Cents’ of Grocery Bills
JACKSON, Miss., Dec 08, 2008 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ — With rising food costs, many families are economizing on groceries but one thing they should not cut back on is nutrition. At about 25 cents per 8-ounce glass, on a gallon basis, milk offers more nutrients per penny than almost any other beverage option in the supermarket — providing key vitamins and minerals like …

Categories: news, tips and tricks » [8 Dec 2008 | No Comment | 1,237 views]
Beware of supermarket snares on your next trip

This is a great article that does an excellent job of explaining the thought process behind the layout of a grocery store. The more aware we are of the tricks the less chance we have of being tricked.
From the Dallas News: Beware of supermarket snares on your next trip
In the battle of the budget, the supermarket is a psychological war zone.
The aroma of fried chicken greets you at the door, and the irresistible scent of fresh bread wafts from the bakery. Brightly colored fruits and vegetables beckon nearby.
“It’s like aromatherapy,” …

Categories: saving money, seasonal » [29 Nov 2008 | No Comment | 1,317 views]
Edible holiday gift – Biscotti with Peanuts

I have always liked giving food as gifts. People really appreciate it (assuming you are not a crap cook of course).
(NC)-Homemade biscotti are always an impressive gift for the coffee or cookie lover on your list. You can also keep an extra stash handy for any of those last minute holiday guests. Gift wrap tip: pick up Chinese food containers in festive colours from your local craft store for easy, yet attractive packaging.
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Categories: news » [26 Nov 2008 | No Comment | 507 views]

Wine.com Brings Joy to a Bear-Market Holiday With Gifts Under $40; Offers Black Friday and Cyber Monday Discounts
SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 26 /PRNewswire/ — Wine.com, the leading online wine store, today announced site-wide discounts for Black Friday and Cyber Monday. On Black Friday customers will receive a 25 percent discount on wine gift sets and gourmet gift baskets. On Cyber Monday customers will receive one-cent shipping with no minimum order size required, its best shipping offer of the year. The company also released its Bear Market Holiday Gifts priced under $40. …