Holiday & Seasonal Articles
11 Ways to Give Thanks During the Holidays
This time of year, it’s easy to get wrapped up in the hubbub of gift shopping, holiday parties and finding the perfect tree. But it’s good to take a breath once in a while and consider all that we have to be thankful for, and what we can do to share it. Write a thank you note to someone who doesn’t expect it, like your parents, mailman or babysitter. A handwritten note shows particular thoughtfulness. Tell your kids you love them. Once is never enough! Volunteer at a soup kitchen or homeless shelter. Sharing your time and energy with those less fortunate is... Read More
Shop Talk: Fall Yard and Garden Solutions
Welcome back to Shop Talk, the monthly blog where we highlight top independent retailers from around the web. As we are currently witness, the fall months are full of loveliness that comes in the form of cool, crisp days, brilliant foliage and perfectly ripe apples. And while there’s nothing quite like the color of autumnal leaves to lift one’s spirits, the thought of raking them provokes a considerable amount of anxiety and dread, as do the unexpectedly chilly nights that seem to sneak up from out of nowhere. Now that we’re halfway through October, we thought we’d take the time... Read More
Tips to Cook the Perfect Thanksgiving Turkey
Aside from all shopping deals and coupons for Thanksgiving, Black Friday and Cyber Monday there is some serious cooking and eating going on as well. For many, the meal prepared at Thanksgiving is the largest cooking project that they will undertake all year. And a turkey is the culinary centerpiece of that meal for many families. The sheer size of the turkey itself can cause a cook to become intimidated but by using a few tried and true tips, your Thanksgiving bird will turn out perfect every time. Avoiding Common Mistakes You want your Thanksgiving dinner to be memorable,... Read More
Dinner and a Movie: Foodie Film Ideas for Valentine's Day
We've paired each one of our top five favorite food-centric films with a dish to set the mood. This Valentine's Day, get cozy in the kitchen and on the couch. Big Night / Bucatini All' Amatriciana The story of two Italian immigrant brothers, played by Tony Shaloub and Stanley Tucci, who own and operate a restaurant called "Paradise." To save their failing business, the pair risk everything on one special night and one special meal. We can’t think of a chef who’s savvier with Italian cuisine than Lidia Bastianich. Her recipe for bucatini all' amatricianaRead More
Money Saving Tips for Gift Giving
Exercising frugality is especially difficult during the holidays, when you want to be generous with gift giving even if it means taking a major hit to your bank account. With the piggy bank in mind, we’ve compiled a list of ways that you can save during one of the biggest spending seasons of the year. Make a budget and stick to it. Make a list of the people you plan to give gifts to and write a dollar amount next to each name of how much you are willing to spend on the individual. This way, you are setting realistic... Read More
7 Frugal Travel Tips for Summer
Your bags are packed, you’re ready to go. But before you say “Bon voyage,” make sure you’ve read this list of money-saving travel tips. RECENT GRAD? LEARN HOW BEST TO MANAGE YOUR MONEY Avoid Baggage Fees As airlines continue to struggle financially, many have introduced (or increased) baggage fees. Before you book your flight, make sure to read the fine print so you don’t end up shelling out money you planned to spend on your trip. Some airlines, including JetBlue and Southwest, don’t charge for... Read More
Make Mom's Day: Best Ideas for Mother's Day
Mom. There’s no one in the world quite like her. And we’re willing to bet that it was she who taught you the value of cutting coupons in the first place. This Mother’s Day, show your mom how much you appreciate all that she’s done for you with these ideas for recipes, DIY gifts and more from some of our most trusted sources across the web. CLICK HERE TO BROWSE OUR SELECTION OF MOTHER’S DAY COUPONS Food as Love Whether her specialty was tuna noodle casserole or Coq au Vain, no... Read More
And The Oscar Goes To...
Hosting a viewing party for the Academy Awards this year? Here’s our guide to throwing a celebratory send-up to Tinseltown. GET YOUR SKIN CAMERA-READY WITH THESE TOP WINTER BEAUTY BUYS Go Paperless Fancy invitations are a great way to wow your guests, but stationery can get pretty pricey. This year, step into the 21st century and send out evites, which, by the way, are an eco-friendly alternative to traditional paper invitations. As a special promotion, Postmark.com is letting users send free Oscar-themed evites created by Marc Friedland, the... Read More
