01.26.09
Posted in Cooking, Edible Gifts, Gifts under $40, Gourmet Shopping, Groceries, International Grocers, Practical Gifts, Romantic Gifts, Valentines for Her, Valentines for Him at 12:27 am by Deb Savvy
Does your Valentine love to cook? If you and your sweetheart are foodies who enjoy cooking together, a selection of herbs, spices and other exotic elixirs makes for a fun, romantic and zesty Valentine’s gift.
For romantic occasions I like to combine a variety of hot and spicy flavors with some sweeter items.
And maybe just a touch of chocolate…
Create your own delicious recipe for romance…
The gift of gourmet grocery items is not only romantic, it’s practical and affordable. You can easily put together a lovely selection for under $40.
Looking for more for less? Visit our Gourmet Shop for the latest coupon codes, discounts, free gifts with purchase, exclusive offers, insider deals and other special offers from some of our favorites of the best gourmet food purveyors online.
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. Get more for less. Find exactly what you’re looking for at the best possible price. That’s what we’re all about.
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12.30.08
Posted in Aromatherapy, Coffee, Cooking, Groceries, Hard to Find Items, Health, Nutrition, Organics, Shopping Tips, Tea, Wellness at 9:57 pm by Deb Savvy
Our best bet for natural herbs of all kinds. Herbs for cooking. Herbs for healing. Herbs for aromatherapy. Herbal supplements. Herbal bath and body products. And more.
Kalyx.com Herbs & Foods 
features a full line of spices, teas, natural foods, essential oils, coffee and more.
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. Get more for less. Find exactly what you’re looking for at the best possible price. That’s what we’re all about.
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12.28.08
Posted in Appliances, Ecofriendly Shopping, Gadgets, Great Ideas, Groceries, Kitchen, Kosher, Shopping Tips, Unique Items at 4:31 am by Deb Savvy
Lower price. Fewer calories. Fewer chemicals. Fewer additives. No artificial colors. Lower sodium. No cans or bottles means less work – less shopping, less schleppping, less garbage. And a decreased carbon footprint. Sounds good, doesn’t it? It’s possible. You can enjoy less expensive, healthier soft drinks and live a more eco-friendly lifestyle AND it’s less work for you! Yes, it’s possible.
With a Soda-Club Home Soda Maker
. Sleek and stylish, the home soda maker is a countertop appliance about the size of a coffeemaker that transforms water into fresh, fizzy seltzer/sparkling water at the push of a button. Soda makers operate without batteries, electricity or plumbing. Making seltzer and soda takes just seconds and requires no clean-up. A reusable, one-liter carbonating bottle (provided by Soda-Club) is filled with water and screwed into the machine fitting. A CO2 carbonator, housed inside the soda maker, adds carbonation at the touch of a button – as much or as little carbonation as you prefer. After carbonating the water, you can add one of over 25 different Soda-Club
sodamix flavors to make your favorite, great-tasting soda. Or add a splash of your favorite fresh juice for a completely natural sparkling beverage.
Sugar free flavors are available. As are low-sodium selections and energy drink formulas. All Soda-Club flavor syrups are certified Kosher.
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.
We’re full of great suggestions for getting more for less. That’s what we’re all about.
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12.26.08
Posted in Clothing, Denim, Ecofriendly Shopping, Groceries, Organic Products, Purses and Bags, T-Shirts at 2:22 am by Deb Savvy
Looking to decrease your carbon footprint in the New Year without looking giving up your own sense of style? Shop Greenloop – a best bet for sustainable clothing and accessories for men and women. Their product line proves that forward fashion and distinctive design CAN be combined with a pro-farmer, anti-sweatshop, organic and eco-friendly committment.
One of the easiest ways to live a greener lifestyle is to use fewer paper and plastic bags. We all carry such huge purses and totes these days, there’s plenty of room for a reusable shopping bag in there! Like the GIVE bag from Greenloop. Perfect for groceries and more.
Just an idea!
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We’re here every day scouring the web and reporting on how to get the best deals on the best stuff from the best stores. Don’t miss out.
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12.21.08
Posted in All Time Favorites, Clearance Sales, Coffee, Gourmet Shopping, Groceries, Limited Time Offers, Organics at 7:57 am by Deb Savvy
Why wait until after the holidays? They’ve launched their post-holiday year end sale a little early and it’s a great chance to stock up for gifting and for yourself. These are some pretty fabulous brews.
Save big on premium fresh roasted beans. Boutique brews. From the plantation to your cup. Organic coffee. Artisan coffee. And so much more.
The year-end sale continues through 1/9/2009. If you are reading this post after that date, click here for updated information.
Stay up-to-the-minute savvy, read us daily at savvyshoppingblog.com where we’re dedicated to better living through better shopping.
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12.19.08
Posted in Entertaining, Great Ideas, Groceries, Housekeeping, Shopping Tips, Who We Are at 2:17 am by Deb Savvy
Start laying in your supplies early. Between the holidays falling mid-week and the terrible weather just about everywhere – don’t go out for your groceries and other household essentials – have them brought to you.
Depending on where you live, you probably have a variety of choices for delivery. Check it out – if you’re a home grocery delivery novice, you can even usually save some money on your first order.
And if you’ve experienced the wonder of grocery delivery services before, then you know first hand how wonderful it is to have everything delivered right to your kitchen counter! Grocery delivery is an especially good idea for anything big, bulky and heavy. From soda and mixers to cleaning supplies and laundry detergent – you don’t even need to bring it in from the car. You don’t need to do a thing.
To be honest, I was dubious in the beginning and tended to order only pre-packaged food items. I live in a Peapod 
service area and I’ve got to tell you that once I tried ordering produce and other fresh items, I was hooked. I’m picky and even the tomotoes and peaches were just as good if not better than those I would have selected myself. I’ve even ordered fresh meat and fish and been happy every single time.
So stay home, log on, pick your delivery time and load up your shopping cart. I like to schedule an early morning delivery, around the time I’m about to pour my second cup of coffee. That way – by the time I’ve finished my second cup, everything is put away and what would have been a two-hour marathon trip to the supermarket is already off my list for the day!
Love that!
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12.12.08
Posted in American Regional Products, Edible Gifts, Fruit, Groceries, Hard to Find Items, Limited Time Offers, Shopping Tips at 4:39 am by Deb Savvy
If you’re a fan of Honeybell Tangelos then you know that their all too short season will be here and gone before you know it.
Order your Honeybells now and they’ll be shipped in January at the peak of freshness. This wonderful citrus fruit also makes for a terrific holiday gift – the growers at Fancy Plants Farms will send a card advising the recipient of their soon to arrive treat.
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We’re here every day scouring the web and reporting on how to get the best deals on the best stuff from the best stores. Don’t miss out.
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11.07.08
Posted in Cocktails, Gourmet Shopping, Groceries, International Grocers, Limited Time Offers at 7:32 pm by Deb Savvy
O is for Obama. O is for ‘Oh, my goodness’. And this month O stands for something else. Olives. A great deal on olives.
November is Olive month at the Cyber Cucina . Olives from all over the world are on sale from now until 11/30/2008. Olives for snacking. Olives for cooking. Olives for Martinis. Olives galore. All on special. All month long.
No coupon code required. If you are reading this post after the olive extravaganza has ended, never fear. They’ve got something new on special every single month at the Cyber Cucina .
Check it out.
You can taste the savings!
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10.30.08
Posted in American Regional Products, Edible Gifts, Fruit, Gift Baskets, Gourmet Shopping, Groceries, Hard to Find Items at 6:16 am by Deb Savvy
I’m here in the heart of apple country – Oregon. I attended a harvest market last week and tomorrow I plan on going again. They’re famous for a lot more than the apples here, of course, but it was the apples that really rocked my world.
There must have been at least 30 varieties of local apples from which to choose. Loads of ’boutique’ varieties from local growers. And lots of free samples! The tasting almost made it harder to choose, but since I knew I’d be able to go back again, I felt a little less pressure. My current favorite is the Hidden Rose – a small apple with light green skin, pink fruit and a sweet yet tangy taste. Like a Grannie Smith with honey. YUM! And it didn’t stop at apples. That was just the beginning! There were pears galore. Local wines. Smoked salmon. And lots more.
Hood River’s Choice Deluxe Fruit and Gourmet Gift Box 
And guess who was there – at the local Columbia Gorge / Hood River farmer’s Harvest Market - along with all the local growers? TheFruitCompany.com 
– they’re the ones who bring the freshest and best of Oregon to those of us who aren’t lucky enough to live here to taste it all in person!
Thought you’d want to know.
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10.01.08
Posted in Gourmet Shopping, Groceries, International Grocers, Tea at 11:37 pm by Deb Savvy
There’s nothing like a good cup of tea this time of year. It just feels and tastes so good. Warm. Soothing. Aromatic. Heady. Comforting. Invigorating. All at once.
You’ll enjoy your tea even more when you shop this month. October is World Tea Month at the CyberCucina.com. Enjoy big savings on gourmet teas from top brands like Hediard, Ashby’s and Kusmi. Exquisite blends from around the world. Wonderful accessories and tea related products, too.
Stay up-to-the-minute savvy, read us daily at savvyshoppingblog.com where we’re dedicated to better living through better shopping.
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09.27.08
Posted in American Regional Products, Candies, Chocolate, Groceries, Indulge Yourself, Snacks, Stocking Stuffers at 7:14 am by Deb Savvy
This might just be the ultimate treat. Creamy and delicious. Sweet and slightly salty. The two taste sensations are married together in a world of – what else? Deep, dark, rich chocolate. 67% cocoa, to be exact. With the added depth of a new flavor twist – sea salt. The result is total indulgent snacking satisfaction.
Beaufort Bars – Set of 3
$12.95 at Isabella Catalog
Beaufort Bars are handcrafted in North Carolina, and a portion of the profits goes to benefit local craftspeople. After your first taste, you’ll be glad they’re sold in a set of three bars.
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09.13.08
Posted in As Seen on TV, Cooking, Gardening, Great Ideas, Groceries, Houseplants, Unusual Gifts at 5:56 am by Deb Savvy
Summer may be over but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the freshest tastes of summer. You can grow that summer freshness right on the kitchen counter. Salad greens. Herbs. Even fresh tomatoes. You can grow it all. Effortlessly. With the AeroGarden 
.
It’s the first indoor smart garden. So easy to use that anyone, with or without gardening experience can grow lush, beautiful gardens right in your home! The built-in micro-processor automatically adjusts nutrient delivery and water flow and turns grow lights on and off to simulate the sun. The computerized AeroGarden tells you when to add water and nutrients. Try it for free and you could be enjoying fresh herbs and more in a few short weeks.
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09.09.08
Posted in Groceries, Health, Nutrition, Organic Products, Organics, Wellness at 4:56 am by Deb Savvy
There’s a new vegan organic raw food restaurant near my house. Okay, I’ll admit it, it’s not all THAT new, but it’s new to me as I went there for the first time with the Mad Angels when they were in town last month. The food was unbelievably tasty and I really felt great after that meal. Now I eat lunch there at least three times a week. And I’ve been eating better food at home too. I’d been reading about the so-called ’superfoods’ for quite a while now – and I have even incorporated some of them into my general eating routine. It was easy – lots of these magic foods are really yummy and readily available. Watermelon. Fresh coconut. Raw cashews. Organic chocolate. Goji berries. No, I haven’t turned into one of those vegan / organic / raw food / health food / granola / yoga / caffeine free nutrition nuts. Far from it – I still eat plenty of bad foods but the way I see it every little bit helps.
And the more healthy food I eat – the better I feel. Happier. Healthier. And much more energetic. Learn more about raw foods and super foods at Sunfood Nutrition 
– and find loads of tasty ways to eat your way to better health. No need to take a total plunge into extreme eating – incorporating healthier foods into your diet is SO much tastier and easier than you could possibly imagine. And like I said, every little bit helps. Even one super nutritious meal a day is enough to make a really big difference.
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09.06.08
Posted in Ecofriendly Shopping, Great Ideas, Groceries, Organics, Purses and Bags, Shopping Tips at 2:52 am by Deb Savvy
One of the easiest ways to go green is to make a small investment in an organic cotton shopping bag. It folds up and takes up little room in your handbag and over the course of a year you alone can be responsible for HUNDREDS and maybe even THOUSANDS fewer plastic bags on the planet.
The only downside – some of those shopping bags are really ugly. Problem solve. Opt for the Dot Tote 
from Fossil.com 
. At $20 it’s a small investment in a greener future for all of us. And it’s totally cute, too!
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08.05.08
Posted in Cake and Cookies, Coupon Codes, Fitness, Groceries, Health, Kosher, Nutrition, Organic Products, Snacks at 4:54 pm by Deb Savvy
You can literally snack your way to a slimmer, healthier body with smart snacks from Glenny’s
.
From 100 calorie brownies to tasty crunchy soy crisps. These are not your average health snacks. This is real food, made from natural ingredients, loaded with protein and fiber. This is food you’ll want to eat – whether you’re on a diet or not.
And you can snack your way to slim for less, too! Save 15% on select items with the coupon code above. All Glenny’s snacks are certified Kosher. Many items are 100% vegan and organic.
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07.26.08
Posted in Butcher Shop, Cooking, Coupon Codes, Fish and Seafood, Gourmet Shopping, Groceries, Shopping Tips, Specialty Grocers at 6:43 am by Deb Savvy
Whatever your rub, marinade or glaze of choice – when you’re grilling it’s all about the meat. For the best in gourmet meat, poultry and seafood, look no further than igourmet.com
, one of our favorite online gourmet grocery sources. Their fish selection is awesome. When it comes to poultry, fantastic chicken and poultry is barely the beginning. They’ve got quail, duck, goose, pheasant and lots more. Wonderful beef and lamb and a nice selection of game meats including ostrich and venison.
Everything is seal packed, flash frozen and shipped overnight to you for maximum possible freshness.
- Enter coupon code KJB5 at checkout to save 5% on your entire order. Valid until 9/30/2008.
If you are reading this after that date, click here for updated information.
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07.25.08
Posted in As Seen on TV, Cooking, Gourmet Shopping, Groceries at 6:35 pm by Deb Savvy
Last night I cooked dinner for some friends. It sounds like a selfless act but I had an ulterior motive. Their baby, Dude, is now 6 weeks old and I wanted to come over and see the bath-time show! Anyway, I talked my way in with a delicious meal of maple/soy marinated salmon and rice noodles with bok choy and peapods. (Beware of natives bearing gifts, yes?)
Anyway, the salmon is something I’ve made a bunch of times before, but I stressed over it yesterday, not really remembering how much soy sauce relative to how much maple syrup. And then I had a flash thought that maybe I had actually used teriyaki or tamari and not soy sauce at all. It turned out great and we had a wonderful meal and Dude put on a terrific show. Then I nearly fell off my chair in laughter when I got an e-mail this morning that the Barefoot Contessa Pantry
maple teriaki sauce was a featured product this month at StonewallKitchen.com
. I don’t think I’ll ever worry about making my own marinade again – not when it comes in one simple package. It’s easier and it’s actually less expensive given the current price of a really good bottle of maple syrup.
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07.22.08
Posted in Cooking, Gourmet Shopping, Groceries, Hard to Find Items, Hostess Gifts, International Foods, International Grocers at 3:49 am by Deb Savvy
With your own personal Spice Sage! Whether you’re shopping for yourself or looking for a gift appropriate for an at-home Iron Chef, you’ll find (literally) a world of spices from all over the world at MySpiceSage.com.
A family run gourmet business for over 80 years, MySpiceSage.com takes true pride in their premium spices. The site is more than just a shopping experience, they serve as your virtual guide into the exotic world of spices.
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07.14.08
Posted in Cooking, Groceries, Nutrition, Snacks at 6:16 am by Deb Savvy
The folks over at Vita Muffin are mixing it up for summer.
The New Golden Corn VitaMuffin Mix helps you create healthier versions of all those sweet & savory corn muffin recipes you love so much. Each all natural serving is only 100 low fat, low sodium calories. It also contains protein, fiber, and essential vitamins including thiamine, pantothenic acid, folate, and Vitamin C – making it a great “recipe” for healthy eating. Click through the link above to save 5% on your order.
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07.06.08
Posted in Groceries, Hard to Find Items, International Foods at 6:32 am by Deb Savvy
Things are always spicy over at CyberCucina , but July is when they REALLY spice things up.
That’s because for the entire month of July, all spices, seasonings and condiments are on sale.
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06.05.08
Posted in Coffee, Groceries, Office Supplies, Shopping Tips, Tea at 11:02 pm by Deb Savvy
It seems like everything is getting more expensive these days. With prices on the way up, savvy online shopping is your best bet. You don’t need to go anywhere and with gas at over $4 a gallon, reducing your driving can save you a ton of money. I actually paid $80 to fill my tank yesterday and I’ll be running as many of my errands as possible online from now on.
And starting from the top – if you drink a lot of coffee, then you can feed your daily addiction for less if you shop at CoffeeForLess.com 
. Save on coffee from all your favorite roasters – Starbucks, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters, Lacas, Diedrich Coffee, Gloria Jeans, New York Coffee, Ellis, SENSEO, Wolfgang Puck, Golden Empire, Tully’s, Millstone, Melitta, Godiva, Bucks County Coffee and more. And a huge selections of teas – including Celestial Seasonings, Ashby’s, Bigelow, Oregon Chai, Tazo Teas and others. And flavored syrups, hot chocolates, service accessories, paper goods, espresso machines and more. For less. A lot less.
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Posted in Fruit, Groceries, Limited Time Offers at 7:30 pm by Deb Savvy
As far as I’m concerned, the best thing about summer is the fruit. Fresh and wonderful and totally in-season. Peaches. Nectarines. And my personal favorite – CHERRIES! YUM!
The season is shockingly short for many summer fruits, especially cherries. Take advantage now of the chance to eat orchard fresh fruits from the Hood River Valley of Oregon. Nothing like what you’d find at your local supermarket or even Whole Foods.
And don’t miss the wonderful yellow-fleshed Mount Ranier cherries – available for only a few short weeks every summer. Beyond delicious!
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06.04.08
Posted in Cooking, Gourmet Shopping, Groceries, International Grocers at 6:13 am by Deb Savvy
Talk about perfect timing!
All grilling and barbecue sauces, rubs, marinades and more are on sale until June 30th at CyberCucina.com.
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05.27.08
Posted in Bakeries, Fitness, Groceries, Health, Nutrition, Snacks at 1:46 am by Deb Savvy
Healthy snacking alert! Thought you might like to know that the Deep Chocolate VitaMuffins 
from Vitalicious- Better-For-You Baked Goods 
were recently named WINNERS of FITNESS Magazine’s 2008 Healthy Food Award. Voted Best Muffin, these deep chocolate creations were said to be ’so rich and chocolaty you won’t believe these muffins could ever be healthy. But they are!’
100 calories of chocolate paradise! Only 1.5 grams of fat. Whole grain. 5 grams of fiber. And totally tasty! Dieting never tasted this good!
5% Off Natural Healthy Delicious VitaMuffins 
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05.15.08
Posted in Gourmet Shopping, Groceries, International Foods, Shopping Tips at 2:22 am by Deb Savvy
Have you been craving some curry? Or mango chutney? Maybe some papadams or some sugar coated fennel seeds?
Find these and all your other favorite Indian delicacies at IndianBlend.com.
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