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Can’t Decide Where to Eat? Ask Twitter!

Do you Twitter? Are you on Facebook? Do you like saving money when you dine out? If you answered “yes” to any of the three, then you might be interested to know that by using one (or more) of these social networking sites can save you money when visiting restaurants… Continue reading Can't Decide Where to Eat? Ask Twitter!

Top 10 Family Friendly Restaurant Deals of 2009

It's Saturday afternoon.  I'm with my wife and 2 little girls and we are a hungry.  However, I get nauseous at the thought of ordering one more flippin' Happy Meal or Kid's Meal from my car!  (I usually get my grease fix when I'm alone).  Right now my wife and I want to go to a "family friendly" restaurant where we can sit down… Continue reading Top 10 Family Friendly Restaurant Deals of 2009

Top Secret Restaurant Recipes Revealed!

Have you ever wondered what ingredients go in to some of the dishes that you enjoy at your favorite restaurants?  Me too!  Unfortunately, many restaurants keep their recipes hidden in a secret vault somewhere next to the formula for Coke.  Well, not any more! Ron Douglas and Chef Tom have been cloning recipes from billion dollar restaurant chains since 2003 and… Continue reading Top Secret Restaurant Recipes Revealed!

Top 10 Best Fast Food Deals of 2009

I feel the need...the need for GREASE!  And, I want it fast and cheap.  Well, it seems that the recession has also resulted in deeper deals being offered to "drive thru afficionados" and "fast food junkies" (see my last post on Restaurant Recession Specials Means Big Savings for Diners).   Yes, my dear diners, it is still possible to feed a… Continue reading Top 10 Best Fast Food Deals of 2009

Entertainment Book - How a $20 Investment Saved Me $195 in 1 Week!

It all started with a fundraising drive at my daughter's school where I purchased the 2009 Entertainment Coupon Book for a mere $20.  I love the fact that not only will this coupon book help me to save hundreds (if not thousands) of dollars, but a portion of the proceeds go to my little girl's school.  

In fact, Entertainment.com has… Continue reading Entertainment Book - How a $20 Investment Saved Me $195 in 1 Week!

Top 10 Websites for Restaurant Addicts (Part 1)

I'm often asked by friends (the ones who know my secret identity is Diner Dave) "What are the absolute ESSENTIAL websites for someone who dines out frequently?".    There are soooo many great websites and mobile apps available to help restaurant addicts that it was difficult to select my absolute faves.   I have over 300 dining and restaurant websites bookmarked and I'm STILL finding new and exciting ones out there on the net.   If… Continue reading Top 10 Websites for Restaurant Addicts (Part 1)

How I Saved $303 in ONE WEEK Dining Out with Restaurant.com

How do I love thee Restaurant.com? Let me count the....SAVINGS! First of all, it should be noted that I am NOT on the Restaurant.com payroll, nor am I related to anyone that is employed by Restaurant.com. I just happen to think that their website is the best thing since...well...RESTAURANTS! Many of you know that I have… Continue reading How I Saved $303 in ONE WEEK Dining Out with Restaurant.com

Dining Out and Gift Ideas for Dads and Grads

June is almost upon us, and that means it's time to honor our fathers and celebrate the graduation of our sons and/or daughters!   Since I am a father of 3 beautiful children and a graduate of Florida State University (go Seminoles!) that makes me an expert in selecting the perfect gifts and planning the perfect day for your dads and/or grads.   Or, given my status as both a father and a graduate, I can at least give… Continue reading Dining Out and Gift Ideas for Dads and Grads

Restaurant Recession Specials Means Big Savings for Diners

Have you noticed lately that more restaurants are advertising extra menu deals, cheaper entrees, and combo specials?  Many of the chain restaurants, fast-food joints and even the white tablecloth restaurants are offering cheaper versions of entrees and smaller portions to get diners in the door during this recession. Surprisingly, some of the deals offered by the full-service restaurants fall within the realm of fast food prices!   Take a look at just a few… Continue reading Restaurant Recession Specials Means Big Savings for Diners

Urbanspoon + iPhone = A Match Made in Foodie Heaven!

Doncha just love the iPhone commercial where "the hand" searches for a restaurant using the Urbanspoon restaurant "slot machine" on the phone?  Boy, I do!  I've held off on buying an iPhone for as long as I could, but once I saw this commercial I turned to my wife and said "I NEED that phone!"   I purchased it the next day and have been using the Urbanspoon application for about two weeks.  I… Continue reading Urbanspoon + iPhone = A Match Made in Foodie Heaven!

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