Living on the Cheap

Bundle up for a sweet giveaway at Krispy Kreme! ‘Tis the season for sweaters of all kinds, but it’s the ugly holiday sweaters that are at the top of the list for fun.  And the popular doughnut shop is celebrating National Ugly Sweater Day with FREE doughnuts.  Image: Krispy Kreme On Dec. 19, 2025, Krispy …

Mondays just got merrier, but only if you say the code word to get $5 burgers. Sharing a timely Monday food tip for your audience: Habit Burger & Grill is running a “Merry Mondays” promotion at all Florida locations through the end of December. Every Monday in December, guests can say the code CHEER at …

Mmm…bacon! National Bacon Day on Dec. 30, 2025 is the perfect day to celebrate the iconic salty meat. And there’s no better way to enjoy bacon than on a juicy burger. And Wendy’s is a great place to get the “bacon bash” started. The popular fast-food chain is offering a big, juicy deal on America’s …

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 …

Great news! Through Dec. 31, 2025, guests at Miami Grill can try the brand-new SmashBurger, featuring the following:  Smash-style burger patties  Melted cheese  Ketchup, mayo & pickles  All for just $5.99  Plus, at a time when many “value meals” are disappearing from menus nationwide, Miami Grill is also  offering customers generous portions at $7.99, seven …

This holiday season, Cracker Barrel is inviting families to celebrate this special time of the year with offers sure to bring them lots of joy…and savings. The restaurant is the perfect setting for a family meal or holiday gathering, thanks to all of the hearty comfort food on its menu. Plus, diners can find lots …

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, …

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 …

Unbox one of the sweetest deals of the holiday season on “Day of the Dozens” at Krispy Kreme.  As if there weren’t enough treats during the holidays, the popular doughnut shop is sweetening the season with its popular Original Glazed Doughnuts for just $1, as well as a new Krispy Kreme x Peanuts Collection. Image: …

Pizza is the perfect pairing for any holiday gathering of friends and family. It’s quick and easy and, best of all, everyone at the table loves pizza. And Pizza Hut is crossing off cooking on everyone’s holiday to-do list by delivering the ultimate gift for busy hungry families on a budget — the Triple Treat …