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Organizations in South Florida offer free food distribution for families needing help. Some sites provide drive-through pickups, while others offer doorstep deliveries for eligible participants. Food distributions are in Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach. Often the organizations accept volunteers and donations. This list is periodically revised to reflect new distribution sites. It’s wise to phone …

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For an outdoor activity with tasty fare, lots of free events in South Florida feature food trucks. Often events in Miami, Broward & greater Palm Beach include live music, fun for youngsters, or other entertainment. Lots of food truck events are in parks and free to attend. Pair dinner with a nature walk, fun on …

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You want to go out to dinner, but it can get so expensive. Here are three ways to save on eating out in South Florida: South Florida on the Cheap restaurant deals We write up deals we hear about that will save you money or get you restaurant freebies. You might find BOGO deals at …

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Score football specials on game day at these South Florida restaurants. From bottle and draft specials to wing and pizza deals, you’ll be cheering for your favorite team while saving money.  You can find sports bars with deals in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach Counties. Football Specials in South Florida Duffy’s 33 locations in Florida …

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Make a fun day out of visiting u-pick farms throughout Miami and South Florida, where you can pluck your own fruit and vegetables straight from the plants. It’s fun, cheap and fresh. Find strawberries, tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, star fruit, lychee, herbs, flowers and more. We encourage you to try the tropical fruits, such as mamey, …

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Being a woman in Miami certainly has its benefits. We’ve got picturesque beaches, a plethora of brunch spots, plenty of spas and salons, and the ability to drink on any night of the week without so much as dropping a single penny. The fact is, Miami’s ladies nights are a dime a dozen, offering dames …

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Hello, I’m Jennie Phipps, a wife, mother of two grown sons who I raised as a single mom, and now the grandmother of three. I’ve done a lot of grocery shopping in my life. My memory is clear of the days shortly after my grocery run when my sons stood in front of the fridge …

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Living on the CheapMiami on the Cheap is a member of Living on the Cheap, a network of websites published by frugalistas, journalists and consumer advocates. Find practical advice on saving money on groceries, travel and shopping, plus tips from our experts on how to live the good life for less at Living on the Cheap.

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