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Cooking Date 101: The Ultimate Supermarket Shopping List to Prepare Your Kitchen

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Image source Planning and preparation are the keys to a smooth and successful cooking date. It’s not just about the food you want to cook but also about setting the right mood and ensuring you have everything needed to create a delightful culinary experience. Organize your tools and ingredients for easy access during cooking.

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How To Save Money at Restaurants and Enjoy a Meal Out

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When Friday night hits, I am a bit burned out from cooking all week, so we make a point to go out to dinner. However, dining out can take a bite out of the outgoing cash flow , so we are always looking for ways to save money and still enjoy a night out at a restaurant. Order an appetizer and share a main dish.

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15 Smart Tips to Save Money When Eating Out

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Who doesn’t love to dine out? The thought of someone else preparing my meal, serving it, clearing the table AND doing the dishes is quite dreamy. In fact, there were many weekends that I didn’t cook, because we ate out for every meal. Order an appetizer and share a main dish. Avoid the soda pop.