Food and Drink

Argentine Wine Hack: Make Bad Wine Better

Posted May 27, 2009 - 10:24 by Elizabeth Sanberg

Food and Drink

Wine and Soda

While traveling in Argentina for 3 months, I visited Rosario, an off-the-tourist-path but major metropolitan city. There while enjoying a deliciously cheap lunch ($5 U.S. buys an appetizer, entree, dessert, and drink), I learned how Argentinians enjoy mediocre house wine.

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A Restaurant Where You Pay What You Can Afford For The Meal?

Posted May 26, 2009 - 11:31 by Paul Michael

Entrepreneurship, Green Living, Food and Drink, Consumer Affairs

Same Cafe

It sounds like something out a movie, but it’s actually right out of Denver, my home city. And this wonderful idea is not only incredibly innovative and generous, it’s also working well and making thousands of needy people happy in the process.

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6 Unique Ways to Eat Watermelon

Posted May 24, 2009 - 08:50 by Linsey Knerl

Frugal Living, Food and Drink

It’s usually on sale from Memorial Day on, and this juicy, sticky fruit is a hit at BBQ’s. After the charm of slicing it into big triangles and eating it from the rind has worn off, however, what can you do with the jumbo treat? You’ll be surprised at these unique recipes, tips, and delights inspired by the watermelon.

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Guest post: Live a rich life on a budget

Posted May 18, 2009 - 06:31 by Philip Brewer

Lifestyle, Food and Drink

Booze with glasses

I have a guest post up at Get Rich Slowly that suggests that you be a bon vivant: "A bon vivant is a person who lives well — someone who enjoys the best things in life, especially with regard to food and drink. The stereotypical bon vivant is someone who can afford the best (or has generous friends), but that’s not the only way. You can be a bon vivant on a budget."

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Spicy Cinco de Mayo Menus and a Special Price for Wise Bread Readers!

Posted May 5, 2009 - 06:45 by Myscha Theriault

Deals and Coupons, Food and Drink

Cinco de Mayo

Trying to keep it casual this May fifth? Still hoping for a stylish event but don't want to be stressed out? Try out these three sample menus developed with some help from SoupBase.Com. To help keep the stress factor down, they've agreed to do another special price break for Wise Bread readers. Check it out.

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Survivor Island Meal Plans: Use it or Lose It in 5 Easy Steps

Posted May 4, 2009 - 18:43 by Linsey Knerl

Frugal Living, Food and Drink, Budgeting

Whether you’re a bit strapped for cash, or you’re facing the dreaded task of defrosting your freezer, it’s always good to do a complete “use it up” routine with your food supply. Here are steps for keeping it delicious and making the best of what you have.

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Foraging for Food: The Hunt For The Wild Mushroom

Posted May 1, 2009 - 14:28 by Linsey Knerl

Frugal Living, Food and Drink, DIY

It’s early May, and the river bottom is full of new life. Not just rabbits, snakes, and chicks, but also brand new morel mushrooms. This tasty treat is as much fun to find as it is to devour, but how does one get started? Here are my tried-and-true tips to finding the gourmet ingredient where it grows!

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Peanut Brittle and Nine Other Nutty Treats

Posted April 28, 2009 - 11:11 by Myscha Theriault

Food and Drink

Peanut Brittle

Looking for a cheap source of protein to jazz up your recipe repertoire? Searching for a multifunctional ingredient you can take from sweet to savory? Peanuts are where it's at. Loaded with flavor just like the spreadable version, whole raw peanuts add another layer to the food party in your mouth. Crunch. Here are ten great recipe ideas for sweets, snacks and savory main events, all using the humble peanut.

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Mix it Up for Cinco de Mayo: Wines that Stand Up to the Sassiest of Foods

Posted April 24, 2009 - 05:02 by Myscha Theriault

Food and Drink

Wine Barrel

Looking for something more grownup for this year's Cinco de Mayo menu? Got a hot date and want something more sophisticated that margaritas and tequila shots? Choosing wine for spicy foods with diverse flavors can be tough. That's why we're fortunate to have access to award winning wine steward Brad Haskel, of London Lennies seafood restaurant in Queens. He's agreed to give us his tips, tricks and affordable picks for using wine successfully with a variety of spicy Mexican meals. On a budget? All of his recommendations are under fifteen bucks. Read on.

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Grocery Store Earth Angst -- Tackling Some of Those Questions About Buying for Health and Environment

Posted April 23, 2009 - 15:03 by Carrie Kirby

Food and Drink

cows grazing

I spent my Earth Day burning electricity -- by researching online some of the questions that have been nagging me when I try to buy earth-friendly and healthy foods. In this first installment of my look straight into the eyes of grocery questions that haunt me, I ask -- is it worth it to buy hormone-free milk? What about the waaaaay more expensive organic stuff?

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