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Winter recipes: Hobo stew recipe

This stew is perfect for a cold winter day, plus it's easy on the wallet. Adapted from my Diabetic Friendly cookbook.For everything you need to...
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Frugal snacking 101: Where can I find an inexpensive café in Los Angeles?

A frugal-minded friend recently stumbled upon the answer to this question. ING, the founders of those incredible high-interest Orange savings...
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Frugal summer 101: Where can I find the cheapest watermelon in Los Angeles?

The biggest and cheapest watermelon in Los Angeles comes from an unexpected source. Want a hint? Think bulk toothpaste and aisles of free food...
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Plane hunger pains?: Pack your own snacks and save

If there’s one thing that all plane trips have in common, it’s the lack of decent food. So in order to save money and your delicate...
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Thrifty grocer: Tips on grocery shopping on a budget

If you read my last article on budget gourmet cooking you’ve probably made a grocery list and have one foot out the door. However, before you...
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Gourmet treats for amateur prices: My favorite frugal foodie websites

As I’ve stated time and time again in this column, your favorite Frugalista (or as one friend now calls me, the Frugalnator) is no cook. Don...
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Frugal summer tip #2: Nothing goes better with summer than cheap, ice-cold beer

I remember summers with my grandparents as if it was yesterday: swimming all day, snuggling up with a good library book and ice tea on a sunny...
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The 99¢ Only Store: The right products at the right price

Why in the world did I ever forget about the frugal wonders available at the 99¢ Only Stores? It’s a magical budgeter’s Disneyland...
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You scream, I scream: Today is Häagen-Dazs® Free Flavor Day!

Because I love you all so much, I’m willing to pass on this delicious deal from Häagen-Dazs® despite my irritating lactose...
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Más shots!: extended Cinco de Mayo happy hour at Provecho

When I think of tequila, many images spring to mind: 1.) Throwing up on my way to astronomy class; 2.) Bachelorette party at the W in Honolulu; 3.)...
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