Myscha Theriault

Senior Writer

This travel freak and former teacher can squeeze a nickel ‘til it cries.

Myscha Theriault's Favorite Articles

Zero Waste Lunches: How to Make Your Own Executive Style Supply Kit	21 Gift Ideas for Adventure Travelers
6 Plant-Based Diet Tricks for Carnivores	25 Frugal Items for Your Organic Vegan Grocery List

Latest articles by Myscha Theriault

7 Easy Lunch Ideas for Work

Don't be intimidated by brown-bagging it — having a fast, tasty work lunch can be easy and inexpensive. Just follow these tips.

by: Myscha Theriault | channel: Food and Drink

Making the Most of Shopping at Marshalls

Whether you're looking for designer shoes or gifts for kids, follow these shopping strategies to ensure you get the most value out of your trip.

by: Myscha Theriault | channel: Shopping

Save Thousands While Traveling: 25 Ways to Use Hot Water

From perking you up when you're sick to providing hot, satisfying meals on-the-go, learn how hot water can help you, wherever you are.

by: Myscha Theriault | channel: Food and Drink, Travel

25 Tasty Topping Ideas for Rice Cakes

Cheap, low in calories, and big on crunch, rice cakes make great snacks (or even lunches) — when you know the right toppings to pair them with.

by: Myscha Theriault | channel: Food and Drink

6 Cheap Cruciferous Vegetables for Health-Conscious Cooks

Packed with nutrition and oh-so-inexpensive, cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, kale, and cabbage can create some seriously delicious meals.

by: Myscha Theriault | channel: Food and Drink

How to Handle Flight Delays Like a Pro

Flight delays can be annoying, infuriating, and inconvenient...and today, they're a natural part of the travel experience. Here's how to handle them like a pro.

by: Myscha Theriault | channel: Travel

25 Cheap and Tasty Frozen Broccoli Recipes

Frozen broccoli doesn't have to be mushy or boring. Follow one of these 25 recipes to serve up this frugal super-food with flair.

by: Myscha Theriault | channel: Food and Drink

5 Frugal Uses for Sea Sponges

Whether you need a little painting help or some spa luxury at home, natural, reusable, and multipurpose sea sponges are a great, go-to tool.

by: Myscha Theriault | channel: DIY, Green Living

Bar Thrift: Easy Ways to Serve Stylish, Cheap Drinks

When you're entertaining, keep cocktail costs under control with these strategies for serving delicious, classy, and inexpensive drinks.

by: Myscha Theriault | channel: Food and Drink

25 Frugal Items for Your Organic Vegan Grocery List

You can eat delicious, organic vegan food without busting your budget. Follow this list to find the best healthy, frugal foods.

by: Myscha Theriault | channel: Food and Drink

8 Easy Ways to Score Free Travel Food

Tame your travel food budget by learning how to score free eats at airports, hotels, bars, and even restaurants.

by: Myscha Theriault | channel: Food and Drink, Travel

Cooking Without Electricity: Hurricane Preparedness With Style

Preparing for (and eating after) a power outage doesn't have to be all boxed sandwich crackers. Follow these suggestions to stock up and dine in style.

by: Myscha Theriault | channel: Food and Drink, General Tips

7 Fresh Ideas for Healthy Road Trip Snacks

Fuel up cheaply and easily while you're traveling (or anytime!) with these delicious, healthy road trip snacks fit for the entire family.

by: Myscha Theriault | channel: Food and Drink, Travel

Ramen Recipes to Write Home About

Ramen is not just a quick meal for college students. These nutritious, delicious, and frugal ramen recipes are worth getting excited about.

by: Myscha Theriault | channel: Food and Drink

5 Fun and Functional Souvenir Ideas

These ideas for frugal travel souvenirs successfully blend affordability with functionality and fun.

by: Myscha Theriault | channel: Travel

Healthy Summer Side Dishes That'll Save You Money

From using in-season produce to avoiding oven prep on hot days, these inexpensive, tasty, and healthy recipes will have you eating well all summer.

by: Myscha Theriault | channel: Food and Drink

5 Travel Bag Solutions for the Digital Nomad and Business Traveler

Yes, you can find affordable travel bags that are durable, comfortable, and hold all of your gear...if you know the secret of what to search for.

by: Myscha Theriault | channel: Shopping, Style, Travel

Sexy Summer Dinners: 5 Great Hot-Weather Meal Ideas

Need fresh ideas for sultry summer dinners? Check out these elegant, guest-worthy, hot-weather meals.

by: Myscha Theriault | channel: Food and Drink

5 Fun and Frugal Ideas for Family Road Trips

Gas prices rise every summer, but road trips can still be some of the most frugal family vacations. Here are five great road trip picks.

by: Myscha Theriault | channel: Family, Travel

7 Last-Minute Gifts for Mother's Day

Don't just toss Mom a Hallmark card on Sunday; these last-minute Mother's Day gifts are affordable, easy-to-find (or make!), and show how much you care.

by: Myscha Theriault | channel: Family, Shopping