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Getting the Most for Your Restaurant Dollar

Eating out is one thing families tend to cut from their budgets in difficult economic times. This is unfortunate because dining in restaurants is a tried and traditional way that people get to know each other, couples reconnect and families bond. My name is Lisa, and I would like to teach you how you can continue eating out even if you are stretching your dollars. It only takes a bit of research, a willingness to take advantage of advertised deals and the foresight to make a plan before you ever leave for the restaurant. If you follow a few simple rules, you can eat out for litle more than you'd spend cooking at home.

How To Make Chicken And Shrimp Pho At Home

Posted on April 5, 2016

Pho is a delicious, Vietnamese soup that's always full of satisfying flavors. If you think you need to visit a Vietnamese restaurant to enjoy chicken and shrimp pho, think again. With this recipe, you can make your own. Just make sure you plan ahead. The homemade chicken stock that forms the base of this dish takes a while to make, but it definitely worth the wait. Ingredients: 4 bone-in, skinless chicken thighs 3/4 teaspoon salt 6 cups water (plus extra) ½ teaspoon black pepper 2 stalks celery, leaves left on 8 ounces rice noodles ½ pound small shrimp, peeled and de-veined 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated ½ teaspoon lemon peel 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce 1 tablespoon fish sauce ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 tablespoon sesame oil 2 tablespoons corn oil 2 chili peppers 2 cups bok choy, sliced thinly 1 cup bean sprouts ¼ cup fresh cilantro (for garnish) 2 fresh scallions, sliced (for garnish) Hoisin sauce (for garnish) Directions: [Read More]

3 Delicious Alternatives To Cake At Your Wedding

Posted on March 25, 2016

There are many mainstays of weddings that go unquestioned -- from the dress, to the flowers, to the reception line. None, however, hold a candle to the ultimate symbol of a wedding: the cake. A wedding cake is the epitome of tradition, but if you're not that big a fan of cake, investing in a giant piece of food you won't enjoy seems like a pretty silly idea. So what's a cake-hater to do? [Read More]

Having A Banquet For Your Company? Make It Better For Your Employees By Doing These Three Things

Posted on March 19, 2016

Having a banquet for your small business can present a great way for you to celebrate your company and recognize those who have gone above and beyond the ordinary to help your business succeed. To encourage your employees to attend the banquet, use the following tips to make it a better experience for them. Find Out What Everyone Can Eat With all the diets out there from gluten-free to vegetarian, everyone who attends the banquet might not be able to eat the same things. [Read More]

Feeling Like Italian Food? Why Pizza Places Are The Best Party Options

Posted on March 1, 2016

If you have to plan a family birthday party and you are picking up the tab, find a sports bar that has pizza and make things simple. There are many benefits to arranging this type of dinner, and you can say in advance that you'll pay for the pizzas. There are many fine dining restaurants, but if you want a casual atmosphere and you don't want to pay for a three course meal, a sports bar with pizza is best. [Read More]