Dining Out

One way to have a take the stress out of having a dinner party is to turn it into a progressive dinner. A progressive dinner party is a dinner that starts in one home and then moves on to several...

There are times when we need to do a quick calculation of our total bill. For instance, have you ever made an unplanned trip to the grocery store, with a limited amount of cash in your wallet? ...

Dining out doesn’t have to be a budget-buster. If you do your homework you can sample many of Cincinnati’s finest restaurants at deep discounts. With the increased competition for the consumer...

Hate waiting in those long night club lines for hours only to find out that you can't get in? Bouncers have the power to decide who gets in and who doesn't. Rejection can be embarrassing,...

On a windy day, a utensil holder can be extremely efficient in preventing your forks, knives, spoons and napkins from flying away when dining outdoors. It is extremely portable and easy to pack 'n...

Tired of getting ignored at the bar? Crowded bars can sometimes take what seems like an eternity to get a drink at. Just getting up to the bar can a challenge in itself. And that's only half the...

It is fun to go out to eat, but you need to spend your money wisely. Work is stressful and going out to eat is a nice way to reward yourself and the family. Oh, not just eating alone; have kids,...

Sucralose, more commonly know by the product name Splenda, is an artificial sweetener that has been poised to replace sugar. It is advertised as a safe alternative to sugar, yet still there are...

Eating at restaurants and fast food establishments can be one of the least environmentally conscious activities of a person's day. Take out and fast food are clearly the worst offenders with their...

Anyone doing business in China will very likely be invited to dinner by the company that they are visiting. Don't fret! With just a little knowledge of what to expect and the do's and don'ts,...

You see their faces on every tabloid in town, Paris Hilton, Britney Spears, Lindsay Lohan. No matter who your favorite star is, if you live or vacation in Los Angeles, Las Vegas, New York, Palm...

Dinner for two can be romantic, or just plain fun---an intimate demonstration of affection for one another, or a casual and enjoyable breaking of the bread. There are loads of entrees that lend...

Recently I hosted a small get together with 16 of my closes friends. It was a last minute thing so I had to think quick on what and where I would get delicious food that was in my price range. I...

Restaurants are considered to be "high-risk investments" by banks because so many open and close each year. To own a successful restaurant you need to have knowledge of food and service, but you...

It's Saturday morning, and the small two bed condo in Pismo Beach, CA, I call home seems cold and empty. My son Nick is gone off to become a pilot, and Rick is in Denver on the radio. It's been...

Eating out is fun but it does easily burn a hole in your wallet if you are not careful. That's important especially in today's economy. But just because you are on a budget doesnt mean you can...

A waitress and/or waiter must possess a sense of responsibility, urgency, good memory and charm. Oh, and I forgot, lots of patience. There are a few steps that all waiters should follow when...

You don’t need to stop eating out in order to remain fit. You just need to pay attention to the things you eat and you will not be in danger of gaining weight. Here is some useful information...

Would you like to eat out more often however can not afford it? Want to save money when eating out? It is easy to save at restaurants. By following these tips you can save up to 66% while...

We all love to dine out, watch movies or listen to a live concert. And in times when the entertainment budget has become low it seems that we cannot afford it. But wait! There are many...

Many restaurants offer incentives to visit their establishments and by using these incentives you can save money. If you eat out one or two times a week, you can probably save $20 a week or...

When your budget is tight you may think you have to give up any hopes of social activities or just getting out of the house. This doesn’t have to be the case as you can have a great time and eat...

Proper food etiquette is timeless. Whether out at a pizza joint or at the finest restaurant in town, it is important to remember the rules and be on your best behavior. Good manners are like good...

Parents in the Dallas area or parents visiting the Dallas area look for fun restaurants that cater to kids when they want to take the kids out for a meal. This does not just include a kids menu,...

Knowing what to order at a restaurant can be a tricky task, especially if you've never been to a given restaurant before. Some foods at different restaurants are prepared differently, so how do...

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Many of us are staying at home for vacations, to watch movies, and to eat. After the constant discipline of staying in our houses, sometimes we just want to reward ourselves with a nice night out...

Dating is difficult enough if you have to rely on someone else to do it with, but having a date with yourself can be fun and infinitely satisfying. By nurturing yourself in the dating process,...

Mongolian grill restaurants can be fun to go to because you can select your own foods, and watch them cooked up quickly in front of you in a combination of sauces and seasonings of your own...

I have been working as a waiter in a restaurant for several years now, and often times I give my guests perfect service yet receive a low tip that does not reflect the kind of service that I...

Having been in the business for nearly 13 years, the one thing that is the utmost importance when serving tables is organizational skills. One must organize their tables and keep on top of things...

Eating out does not have to wreak havoc on your diet. Some people avoid going out to restaurants with family and friends because they feel that it will throw them off. However, if you make smart...

Every business dinner should be taken seriously, whether it is a small one-on-one meeting or a large gathering. The business dinner invitation should be elegant and polite yet professional and to...

Even in this recession, there are ways to treat yourself and your family to a nice restaurant meal once in awhile. Local restaurants are hurting too and they're offering some great deals to get...

Eating out at a restaurant is a fun way to spend a Saturday night. Instead of sitting home and watching a re-run of CSI on CBS or the latest Tom Cruise movie you can go out and have someone else...

You've been there before: you and a few friends are hungry and you cannot decide on anything! Let's discuss some ways to get past this nutritional barrier.

Whether you are single or just out alone for the afternoon, eating alone doesn't have to entail picking up a McDonald's cheeseburger on the road home. You can enjoy dining out alone at a nice...

Do you find yourself in a cash crunch, but still want to enjoy the occasional sit down restaurant meal? Seems like it is so hard to save money when dining at a restaurant, but you can do it.

When eating out, it's easy to eat too much of the wrong food. Today's portions are larger then ever, yet the food that makes up those portions if often full of carbohydrates and fat. In order to...

Sometimes, people who frequent bars overindulge in alcohol. Drinking too much at the bar is unappealing to other bar goers and can be dangerous, even if you plan to take a cab home or have a...

Many times I have had to leave leftovers and not take home because I was not going to go right home to care for them properly. I share 5 thoughts about handling leftovers with you now.

You've waited in line for half an hour, but you finally got your ticket to see the new block buster thriller. The theater is packed, but you manage to find a seat in the very middle. The perfect...

Twice a year, scores of Boston’s finest restaurants offer food lovers an incredible deal – fixed price three-course lunch and dinner menus at chic restaurants, all at an affordable low price!...

Atlantic City's first celebration of Restaurant Week was such a success that diners will be sure to find some of the best restaurant deals on the east coast once more during the next celebration. ...

If you’re like most people, you’re probably looking for ways to cut back on household expenses. This often involves entertaining yourself at home, buying generic grocery products or perhaps...

Want to go out to eat on a budget? Looking for some cheap eats? In a slow economy we're all watching our expenses. Of course, you still want to enjoy yourself -- and you should! If you're used to...

Let’s face it, dining out is fun. It’s a great way to spend time with friends, and with today’s hectic lifestyles, sometimes it’s just easier. But it is expensive, and in an economic turndown,...

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Learn how to use chopsticks to eat Sushi and Asian foods so you will not have to ask for a fork, knife or spoon the next time you eat at a Chinese restaurant. Pick up rice and pork with ...