12.29.08
Posted in Cheese, Cooking, Dining, Entertaining, Gourmet Shopping, Party Planning at 5:15 am by Deb Savvy
All you have to do is stick it in the oven. Literally.
Baked Brie is an impressive, high-quality, gourmet appetizer that is perfect for winter entertaining. Delicious creamy Brie cheese is combined with specially seasoned fillings and wrapped in savory brioche dough and baked to perfection. Only reheating is necessary! It can be frozen until needed, or kept refrigerated for up to 45 days.
$18.65 at Cheese Supply where they’ve got over 700 different gourmet cheeses from which to choose!
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12.26.08
Posted in Dining, Fish and Seafood, Gourmet Shopping, Last Minute Shopping, Romantic Gifts, Valentines for Her, Valentines for Him at 10:00 pm by Deb Savvy
Lobster is the ultimate for luxurious, romantic meal. And unlike many other indulgences, right now it’s quite politically correct to eat lobster. Because the economy has slowed so much, demand for lobster is down and lobster fisherman in the US are suffering terribly. Dining on lobster this New Year’s Eve would actually be a great way to help struggling small businessmen. How’s that for a rationalization.
And you’ve still got time, by the way.
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12.20.08
Posted in Dining, Easy Gifting, Fish and Seafood, Gift Cards, Gourmet Shopping, Last Minute Shopping, Shopping Tips at 9:22 pm by Deb Savvy
Just a few more sources for the last minute gift of a gourmet meal.
You can send a gift card for a fabulous seafood meal as quickly as you can send an e-mail.
Looking for more? Visit our Gourmet Shop Deals Page for the inside scoop on the latest coupon codes, discounts, private sales and exclusive promotions from our favorite online purveyors of all types.
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Posted in Coupon Codes, Dining, Easy Gifting, Edible Gifts, Gift Cards, Gourmet Shopping, Last Minute Shopping at 9:00 pm by Deb Savvy
What could be better than treating your friends and family (and yourself, maybe, too) to a delicious, fresh chef-prepared meal? It’s a great gift, particularly now while the weather is cold and we’re all hungry and want to stay home.
You can send a HomeBistro.com 
gift card to anyone you choose – and they can enjoy their gourmet meal whenever they choose.
And best of all, you can order HomeBistro.com gift cards up to the last minute!
And even better than that… You can send a lot more for a lot less with this great Holiday Promotion.
- Holiday Special – 15% off on orders of $100 or more or 20% of orders of $200 or more from HomeBistro.com . Enter coupon code GIFTSAVE at checkout. Ends 12/22/2008.
This is one of the most generous coupon codes I’ve ever seen them offer and a great chance to save big on the gift of gourmet dining at home.
Looking for more? Visit our Home Bistro Deals Page for all their latests coupon codes and special offers.
Stay up-to-the-minute savvy, read us daily at savvyshoppingblog.com where we’re dedicated to better living through better shopping.
We’re here every day scouring the web and reporting on how to get the best deals on the best stuff from the best sources the web has to offer. Don’t miss out. Visit us often.
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12.08.08
Posted in Coupon Codes, Dining, Discounts, Easy Gifting, Gift Cards, Gifts under $30, Limited Time Offers, Shopping Tips, Travel at 7:53 pm by Deb Savvy
Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus! It can be pretty hard to give an impressive gift for only $30. But we’ve found one for you. Dining certificates from Restaurant.com 
always make for a great gift. Redeemable at thousands of restaurants in cities all over the country, a $25 Restaurant.com dining certificate is always a good value at it’s regular selling price of only $10.
And right now they are an even better value. Shop from now through 12/11/2008 and save 70%. That means that a $25 Restaurant.com dining certificate only costs $3! That means that for $30 you can buy $250 worth of tasty meals for anyone on your gift list – or for yourself, too!
Enter coupon code ONLINE at checkout to save 70% on dining certificates at Restaurant.com . Valid through 12/11/2008. If this offer has expired, visit our Restaurant.com Deals Page for their latest coupon code.
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10.27.08
Posted in Bargain Hunting, Coupon Codes, Dining, Discounts, Gift Cards, Gourmet Shopping, Limited Time Offers, Travel at 5:22 am by Deb Savvy
The savings never end at Restaurant.com. Save an EXTRA 80% on dining certificates. That means a $25 dining certificate that normally sells for $10 is now only $2! Enter coupon code TREATS at checkout and then hit ‘recalculate total’. Valid through 10/31/2008. This deal is also valid for the Dinner of the Month offer – Purchase any three, six or twelve month package and save 80%. If this code has expired, click here for updated information.
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09.26.08
Posted in Dining, Gourmet Shopping, Great Ideas, Nutrition, Shopping Tips, Wellness at 6:21 am by Deb Savvy
If you’ve been thinking about one of those low calorie / low fat meal programs like Seattle Sutton or Jenny Craig or whatever – but you don’t want to make a long term commitment, go to meetings or be stuck ordering huge quantities of food in advance – here’s a great option. Check out the sampler packs at HomeBistro.com .
Lighter Side Sampler 2 
This one includes 4 gourmet dinners for two (or eight dinners for one) for only $70!
Delicious, nutritious. Chef prepared and flash frozen – ready to heat, eat and enjoy. Loads of other sampler packs are available. Low sodium. Vegetarian. Ethnic cuisine. Comfort foods. And more.
Bistro Grill Sampler
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09.15.08
Posted in Dining, Edible Gifts, Elegant Gifts, Gourmet Shopping, Great Ideas, Housewarming Gifts, Moving, New Baby, Sympathy and Condolence at 11:11 pm by Deb Savvy
One of the nicest things you can do for a friend is treat them to a delicious dinner. A fresh and delicious meal is a great way to show your love and help out when times are particularly busy or chaotic and you know they won’t have time to cook. With GourmetStation.com
This is something you can do for them even when you’re too busy cook, too. Or too far away to whip something up and deliver it hot and fresh and ready to enjoy.
You can send a gourmet meal – completely cooked and ready to heat and serve – with only a few clicks of the mouse. A great way to help out when someone is in the midst of moving or has just had a new baby. Also a great way to send your condolences. A thoughtful and welcome gift to anyone who’s recovering from an illness, injury or loss.
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08.08.08
Posted in Bargain Hunting, Breaking News, Coupon Codes, Dining, Gift Cards, Limited Time Offers, Shopping Tips at 6:24 pm by Deb Savvy
Talk about CRAZY EIGHTS! In honor of today’s magical date – 08/08/08 – our good friends over at Restaurant.com 
have gone discount crazy! Shop before 11:59 PM CST and you can buy $25 dining certificates for 80% off the normal price of $10. That’s right! For one day only, $25 dining certificates are selling for ONLY $2!!!!!!
And it doesn’t stop with dining certificates, either. Today you can also save 80% on 3, 6 and 12 month Dinner of the Month Club packages. Enter coupon code FIRST at checkout. Expires today! If you are reading this post after 8/8/2008, we’re oh-so sorry that you missed out on this better than ever deal, but never fear. We’ve always got the inside scoop on the latest coupon codes from Restaurant.com. Click here for the most up-to-date information.
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07.22.08
Posted in Coupon Codes, Dining, Discounts, Gift Cards, Limited Time Offers, Shopping Tips at 8:29 pm by Deb Savvy
Even at the full price, Restaurant.com dining certificates are a pretty great deal. Only $10 for a $25 certificate valid at any of thousands of restaurants all over the country. Savvy shopping can usually yield a special offer that discounts that price even further – but this one is totally off the hook!
From now through the end of the month, save an EXTRA 70% on dining certificates from Restaurant.com . That means that a $25 dining certificate that normally sells for $10 is now only $3! That means an overall savings of 88%! WOW! Enter coupon code CRAVE at checkout.
This code is also good for 70% off the price of any Dinner of the Month Club purchase. And you’ll also receive a FREE $25 certificate with your order! Offer expires 7/31/2008. If you are reading this post after that date, click here for up to date information.
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06.09.08
Posted in Cooking, Coupon Codes, Dining, Easy Gifting, Edible Gifts, Great Ideas, Health, Housewarming Gifts, Moving, New Baby, Nutrition, Sympathy and Condolence at 1:22 am by Deb Savvy
What would you say if you found out you could eat delicious gourmet meals at home, without the work? Sounds good. What if you could just heat those meals in your microwave and be dining on a delicious dinner in minutes? Sounds good, too. And what if those meals were healthy and nutritious? And what if you could create those meals to your own personal tastes – choosing your entree, vegetables and side dishes and exactly how your food is prepared? Sounds phenomenal, doesn’t it? And we’re not just talking broiled versus roasted, here. We’re talking about gourmet meals to suit just about any dietary restrictions or style preference. Diabetic meals. Meals for kids. Pregnancy meals. Low carb meals. Low sodium meals. Healthy meals. Meals to promote weight loss. And all of them are chef-prepared gourmet meals. Dine wisely with DineWise
It’s all possible – and for far less than you’d think it would cost. Especially when you can get as many as 12 meals for free with your purchase. That’s right – you many never cook again!
The gift of a delicious meal is the perfect thing for anyone who’s in the process of moving, having a new baby or going through another big life cycle event. If you’re too far away to bring over something you’ve cooked yourself, sending a heat and eat gourmet meal is the next best thing.
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04.23.08
Posted in Bargain Hunting, Dining, Gift Cards, Limited Time Offers, Travel at 12:44 am by Deb Savvy
With savings like this, who can afford to cook? The restaurant dining certificates make excellent gifts, too.
The savings never end at Restaurant.com. This is one of the most generous discounts they have ever offered! Save an EXTRA 60% on dining certificates. That means a $25 dining certificate that normally sells for $10 is now only $4! Enter coupon code FLAVOR at checkout and then hit ‘recalculate total’. Valid through 4/24/2008. This deal is also valid for the Dinner of the Month offer – Purchase 6 months and save 60%. Value: $150, Regular Price: $60 - for only $24!
Dining certificates can be redeemed at restaurants all over the US including:
- Atlanta, GA
- Boston, MA
- Dallas, TX
- Denver, CO
- Houston, TX
- Las Vegas, NV
- Los Angeles, CA
- Miami, FL
- New York, NY
- Orlando, FL
- Philadelphia, PA
- San Diego, CA
- Washington, D.C.
This offer expires on 4/24/2008, shop now before you miss out! If you are reading this after that date, please click here for updated information.
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02.06.08
Posted in Dining, Edible Gifts, Fish and Seafood, Gourmet Shopping, Romantic Gifts, Valentines for Him at 5:25 am by Deb Savvy
Boston’s #1 Zagat rated seafood restaurant, Legal Sea Foods 
offers unique gifting options, perfect for a romantic dinner for two or just a special treat for friends or family. Legal Sea Foods offers not only live lobster packages, but also a complete line of entrée choices, such as surf-n-turf and shellfish packages, as well as appetizers, desserts, spices, sauces and more – all delivered fresh to your door!
With unique, yet insanely romantic, packages, Legal Sea Foods will wow you and your sweetheart with the freshest seafood and yummiest desserts around. After all, if it isn’t fresh, it isn’t Legal!
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01.26.08
Posted in Corporate Gifts, Dining, Gift Cards, Limited Time Offers, Travel at 1:34 am by Deb Savvy
We’re huge fans of Restaurant.com dining certificates here at the savvyshoppingblog - and for good reason. With their $25 dining certificates regularly priced at only $10, what’s not to like? The certificates are valid at thousands of restaurants all over the country. With savings like this, who can afford to cook? The restaurant dining certificates make excellent gifts, too.
They’ve just issued a new savings offer and it’s just about the best deal I’ve ever seen them offer. Check this out – from now through the end of the month, Restaurant.com has discounted their dining certificates an EXTRA 60% off the already-low price of their dining certificates. That means that a $25 value dining certificate that normally sells for $10 is now just $4! Enter the discount code EARLY at checkout and hit “recalculate total.” This offer expires 1/31/2008. If this offer has expired, click here for updated information.
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01.12.08
Posted in Care Packages, Cooking, Dining, Fish and Seafood, Gourmet Shopping, Great Ideas, Groceries at 5:48 am by Deb Savvy
Add a nice crusty piece of bread, maybe and little salad and there’s no doubt about it – soup is a hearty and heart warming meal. Especially this time of year.
Make it easy on yourself and save big at the Annual Winter Soup Sale. Buy 3, Get 1 Free on Chowder, Soup & Bisque at SeaBear.com 
Quick, tasty and nutritious. Stock your fridge or freezer with some delicious gourmet soups and you’ll be able get a real dinner on the table in minutes. Ready to heat and serve soups make for a great winter care package for hungry college students.
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11.14.07
Posted in Cooking, Coupon Codes, Dining, Entertaining, Gourmet Shopping, Great Ideas, Kosher at 10:05 pm by Deb Savvy
And tastier, too! Here’s a great tip if you know you’re about to be facing a revolving door of hungry guests this holiday season. Why not stock up on some ready to heat and eat treats? No, I’m not suggesting that you load up on frozen pizzas and microwave popcorn. (Although that’s not a bad idea either, depending on the crowd you expect.) I’m talking about tasty gourmet tidbits. The kind of nibblies that will make every guest feel as if you’ve gone out of your way to plan a special treat just for them. Like any of the over 150 appetizer options from AppetizersToGo.com
. Almost an endless selection, including vegetarian and Kosher options. Simply bake, serve and impress! No prep, no cooking, no cleanup.
Family owned and operated, AppetizersToGo.com has provided caterers, hotels and restaurants with chef quality hors d’ouvres for over 30 years. And now you can enjoy them at home. And enjoy a little less time in the kitchen, too. Oh – and a little extra savings. Take 10% off your order with the coupon code above.
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10.29.07
Posted in Bargain Hunting, Business Gifts, Coupon Codes, Dining, Edible Gifts, Gift Cards, Gifts under $30, Thank You Gifts, Travel at 8:53 pm by Deb Savvy
We’re big fans of Restaurant.com dining certificates here at the savvyshoppingblog - and for good reason. With their $25 dining certificates regularly priced at only $10, what’s not to like? The certificates are valid at thousands of restaurants all over the country. With savings like this, who can afford to cook? The restaurant dining certificates make excellent gifts, too.
They’ve just issued a new savings offer and it’s just about the best deal I’ve ever seen them offer. Check this out – from now through the end of the month, Restaurant.com has discounted their dining certificates an EXTRA 70% off the already-low price. That means that a $25 value dining certificate is now just $4! Enter the discount code TREATS at checkout and hit “recalculate total.” This offer expires 10/31/2007. If this offer has expired, click here for updated information.
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10.18.07
Posted in Coupon Codes, Dining, Edible Gifts, Gourmet Shopping, Housewarming Gifts, Moving, Sympathy and Condolence at 1:54 am by Deb Savvy
UPDATED 1/20/2008 WITH NEW COUPON CODE INFORMATION!
We’ve all moved and we all know how stressful and exhausting it can be. And the older we get and larger that housefold… It just doesn’t get any easier, does it? Well, if you’ve got some friends who are in the midst of a move, here’s a terrific idea. Send dinner. I’m not saying you should call and order pizzas for the day of the move – although that’s ALWAYS a great idea. Send a real dinner. A sit down dinner. A lovingly prepared gourmet dinner from HomeBistro.com 
. Lovingly prepared from the freshest local incredients, ready to heat and serve in minutes.
It’s not a bad idea to plan ahead. If you’re moving or expect to be particularly busy for some other rearson or if you just plain don’t feel like cooking, why not stock up and have a few ready to eat meals on hand. Tons of choices. Italian. French. Asian. Fusion. American traditional. Low fat, low carb and other nutritional options available.
UPDATE AS OF 1/20/2008: WE’VE GOT ANOTHER GREAT COUPON CODE FOR YOU, GOOD FOR $10 OFF $50 OR MORE – VALID THROUGH 3/31/2008.
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09.08.07
Posted in Birthdays, Corporate Gifts, Coupon Codes, Dining, Discounts, Gift Cards, Gifts under $100, Gourmet Shopping, Housewarming Gifts, Indulge Yourself, Limited Time Offers, Romantic Gifts, Thank You Gifts at 5:20 am by Deb Savvy
Gourmet dining at home is often much nicer when you get to do it at home. Especially when you don’t have to do the cooking. GourmetStation.com
was the first merchant to bring gourmet dinner gifts to the web. This innovative company was the first to offer “create a dinner” options much like a white table cloth restaurant menu plus pre-set favorite menus. Their multicourse gourmet feasts are prepared by gourmet chefs – all you do is heat, serve and enjoy. A gourmet feast is a great way to indulge yourself and makes a terrific gift for many occasions – perfect for a housewarming, anniversary, birthday or thank you, also a great gift for clients or colleagues.
4 course gourmet meals (for two, of course) range in price from about $80 to $90, plus $19.99 shipping. You can save 30% on all 4 course gourmet meal certificates at GourmetStation.com. Enter coupon code GC07 at checkout. The meal certificates never expire – but this coupon codes does! Shop before 9/30/2007 to save 30%. With savings like this it’s not a bid idea to stock up for future gifting. Maybe even pick up a little treat for yourself, too. Discount applies to the meal only, not shipping. From 4 through 30 Sept 2007 all 4 course certificates, including anniversary, birthday, congratulations, “thank you” and “thinking of you” are offered at 30% off. Enter GC07 at checkout. Coupon Code: GC07
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08.22.07
Posted in Coupon Codes, Dining, Discounts, Gift Cards, Shopping Tips at 10:57 pm by Deb Savvy
You can always save big on dining out with restaurant dining certificates from Restaurant.com – after all, their $25 dining certificates are regularly priced at only $10. Valid at thousands of restaurants. With savings like this, who can afford to cook? The restaurant dining certificates make excellent gifts, too.
And the deals just got even better!!! Check this out – from now through the end of the month, Restaurant.com has discounted their dining certificates an EXTRA 60% off the already-low price. Their $25 value dining certificates are now just $4. Enter the discount code COAST at checkout and hit “recalculate total.” Plus, with every order, they’ll include an extra $10 gift certificate for free! That means you can buy $35 worth of fine dining for only $4! The $10 gift certificate requires no promo code, it will be added to the final order during the checkout process. Limit one free $10 gift per order. Offer expires 8/31/2007.
If this code has expired, click here for updated information.
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08.17.07
Posted in Dining, Gifts under $30, Gourmet Shopping, Hostess Gifts, Travel at 4:37 am by Deb Savvy
If you’re going to eat, you might as well eat something wonderful. That’s what I say. Why waste the time and money – not to mention the calories – on a bad meal. Especially when you’re on vacation. Do you have one of those friends who always knows a great restaurant, no matter where you happen to be. How do people do that? With knowledge, of course. Knowledge is power, as they say. Knowledge is the key to success. Knowledge is the key to a great meal. And where do you get that knowledge? From ZagatSurvey, of course.
ZagatSurvey- Get Trusted Ratings & Reviews Covering 45 Guides, Just $2.08 a Month! Get instant access to over 25,000 reviews, anytime and anywhere. A Zagat membership is a terrific gift for foodies and frequent travelers. At about $25 for a full year, it’s an affordable and thoughtful thank you or hostess gift.
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08.14.07
Posted in Butcher Shop, Dining, Entertaining, Fish and Seafood, Gourmet Shopping at 9:27 pm by Deb Savvy
It all starts with what you’re grilling….
And what it’s dressed in….
And what you’re drinking…
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07.25.07
Posted in Business Gifts, Coupon Codes, Dining, Discounts, Gift Cards, Gourmet Shopping, Travel at 1:16 am by Deb Savvy
It’s Christmas in July and Restaurant.com has is celebrating with one of their best discount promotions ever. Save an extra 70% on dining certificates! That makes a $25 dining certificate only $3! Use code PRESENT at checkout and hit “recalculate total”. Expires 7/31/2007.
If this offer has expired click here for updated information.
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07.09.07
Posted in Dining, Gift Baskets, Gourmet Shopping, Housewarming Gifts, Sympathy and Condolence at 8:26 pm by Deb Savvy
Founded in May 2000, GourmetStation.com was the first merchant to bring gourmet dinner gifts to the web. This innovative company was the first to offer “create a dinner” options much like a white table cloth restaurant menu plus pre-set favorite menus. They’ve got a huge variety of cuisine and menus including Parisian, Tuscan, Cajun, Fusion & Americana. And they’ve got great gift options too – including 3 course and 4 course dinner gifts from $69.99 and occasion dinners gifts (birthday, anniversary, etc.) from $89.99. Gourmet entrees start at $49.99. They also offer soup gifts, gift certificates, and dinner of the month programs.
The gift of a gourmet meal is a wonderful housewarming present. Timed to arrive a day or two after the move, once they’re settled enough to eat at home yet still not quite up to cooking, your gift is sure to thrill. A ready to heat and serve gourmet meal is also well received when times are tough – next time you’re looking for a condolence or sympathy gift, forgo the flowers. Send food. Feed their souls while you feed their bodies.
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07.05.07
Posted in Cooking, Dining, Gifts under $30, Gourmet Shopping, Hostess Gifts, International Grocers at 4:21 am by Deb Savvy
29 varieties sea salts! 39 other seasonings such as Spicy Mayonnaise, Capers, Purple Grape Mustard, Spanish Saffron, Mostrada with Figs and Balsamic, and a half dozen kinds of garlic juice and paste. All that and more… It’s what’s on sale this month at the CyberCucina – 10% Off until the end of July. Exotic spices and condiments make for an excellent hostess gift, especially if you’ve been invited to a gourmet party. Not only will your gift fit with the theme of the evening, you can easily thrill your hostess with something terrific for under $30.
CyberCucina offers a delectible selection unique gourmet foods and beverages from the United States, Italy, France, Spain and all over the world. Every month they offer a special selection of items at 10% off. Visit often to see what’s on special and what’s new.
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