Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Great deals on fresh seafood and meat in Sarasota supermarkets.
We all know the rising cost of groceries makes providing quality meals for your family a challenge. This week Frugal Family looked at special deals from your neighborhood grocery stores and suggests some ideas you may not have time to think of to save money. This week, we found several deals for fresh meat and seafood that you can take advantage of. Tip: When I see Buy 1 Get 1 Free deals for meat, I get the extra package and freeze it. I have also used freezer bags, labeled the item with the date it was bought so that I can use these in a different recipe later. 1. Publix Supermarket has several deals this week. Fresh Catfish Filet is on sale at $5.99 a pound (usually $8.99 per pound) and swordfish steaks, deboned and skinless, are on …
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Deals and inexpensive events for the family this President's Day weekend.
This column will be devoted to catching the best deals every week with local businesses in Sarasota. This week Sarasota Patch gives you some President's Day weekends deals and cheap activities to look out for. 1. Sarasota Succulent Society (The Sparkman House), 1310 38th Street Sarasota Deal: On Saturday, Feb. 19 Horticulturalist David Uggucione is the presenter. There are discounted and bargain prices for any succulent plants. The sale runs from 9 am to 1 pm. You can also tour the grounds. 2. Livingstons Amusement Center, 5947 Clark Center Avenue. Sarasota, Deal: Buy two and Get one free game play credits. Buy two tickets for Go-Karts or Phazer Zone Extreme or one of each and recieve $10.00 in free arcade credits. 3. Water Ski Show, …
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Deals and Discounts for the perfect gift or date for Valentine's Day.
This column will be devoted to catching the best deals every week with local businesses in Sarasota. This week, Frugal Family looked for some great deals for Valentine's Day. Date night, flowers and jewelry are the standard Valentine's Day traditions and we've researched some great deals that you and your significant other can share this holiday. 1. Addison Craig's Boot Loot Sale, 28 South Blvd. of the Presidents Deal: Addison Craig is having a half-price sale on boots, shoes and jewelry. All sale items are marked down 50 percent. Good through: Valentine's Day. 2. The Flower Place, 8220 N. Tamiami Trail Deal: This floral shop carries many creative gifts. They offer specialized Valentine's gifts for under $35, including a small floral …
