Living on the Cheap

Shake Shack is definitely making the holidays a little merrier for hungry bargain hunters! This December, the popular eatery is gifting customers FREE Shack Sandwich — with a new burger or sandwich available every week. It’s the perfect excuse to take a “bargain break” from running holiday errands. Use the money saved on more gifts, …

Enjoy a frugal feast at Chipotle on weekends in December! The popular restaurant is making the holiday season a little merrier for Chipotle fans and diners on a budget alike. Take a break from running errands on Saturday to stop by Chipotle for a discounted dinner. And, if you’re dining alone, save the extra entrée …

Free cookies, anyone? It’s time for “cookie monsters” everywhere to celebrate National Cookie Day on Dec. 4, 2025.  Cookies are one of America’s (and the world’s) all-time favorite treats. After all, it doesn’t get much better than cookies and an ice-cold glass of milk for dunking. It’s estimated that more than 7 billion cookies are …

Parents are always looking for ways to stretch their budget. And this family-friendly offer from IHOP will definitely make families joyous and merry this holiday season. Take a break from shopping and take the kids to IHOP for a frugal feast because the little ones get to eat for FREE. Then, use the extra money …

You can’t have birthday cake without ice cream! Baskin-Robbins, the world’s largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, is celebrating its milestone 80th birthday on Dec. 7, 2025 and everyone’s invited to the party. Since opening in Glendale, California back on Dec. 7, 1945, Baskin-Robbins started with a bold “31 flavors” promise – one delicious …

Friends and family will undoubtedly need to chill out and take a break from all of the chaos (and shopping!) over the Black Friday weekend. And now they can add Wendy’s to their list of stops for a sweet deal. The popular restaurant is offering a cool deal on its iconic sweet treat, the Frosty …

This annual offer from Wendy’s definitely won’t leave bargain hunters in the cold…well, err, maybe just “a little Frosty”. If you enjoy a little sweet treat with your meal (or just as a snack), you’ll definitely want to snag one of the restaurant’s popular key tags. The little tag is the key to a year’s …

Get ready to make a Popeyes run this holiday season! The popular restaurant is giving busy, frugal families two big gifts this season — a break from cooking (time!) and savings. From Nov. 17 to Jan. 4, 2026, customers can unwrap the restaurant’s new Popeyes Family Meal — a feast that brings big value and …

For many, it’s just not the holidays without enjoying a classic Christmas flick with loved ones. Thanks to Regal Cinemas’ Holiday Classics Series, friends and family can do just that without breaking the holiday entertainment budget. Image: Regal Cinemas From Nov. 28 to Dec. 31, 2025, Regal Cinemas is featuring a family-favorite holiday film every …

At a time when many “value meals” are disappearing from menus nationwide, Miami Grill is offering customers generous portions at $7.99, seven days a week. Monday: Gyro Pita – Traditional beef and lamb meat, slow roasted on a vertical rotisserie, sliced thin and piled high on grilled pita bread with fresh lettuce, tomato, onion and authentic tzatziki …

Get ready for meaty savings at Smashburger! Diners on a budget are always on the hunt for discounts at every restaurant. And one of the best ways to stretch your dining dollars is with a delicious buy-one-get-one deal. It’s even better, when the second item doesn’t cost anything at all. Thankfully, Smashburger is offering big …