Hello there, I have a group of 45 people and they would like to go for dinner in uptown area /midtown area (westside, between 95-105st). Can anyone suggest good restaurants, which can accomodate this size with good food and... (0 replies, last updated by Badari April 11, 2005)

I’m curious what other 'hounds are doing to economize on food costs. Even though times are tough for so many, it seems to me that food costs have not decreased in general, altlhough food package sizes seem to be decreasing.... (27 replies, last updated by Ginger Bread Man October 7, 2009)

In today’s New York Times (available free online), there’s an interesting article about how hard it is to eat at all, much less in a healthy manner, when on a really low income. Here’s the title: "Money Is Tight,... (2 replies, last updated by goodhealthgourmet November 6, 2008)

I thought this was an interesting article on ways to find great food based on economics. Tyler Cowen talks about ways of finding good eats by avoiding restaurants in certain locations, among others. Jim Leff also warrants a... (2 replies, last updated by Robert Lauriston August 8, 2007)

Does anyone else find it’s hard to be economical AND healthy? What are some things I can make that I could take to work for lunch, in order to save money?(besides salad). Thanks so much in advance. I am trying to be more... (24 replies, last updated by coll August 8, 2004)

Hi! would love your suggestions for a place to have a nice birthday dinner. Would like: Great food and service; good for a party of 6 to 8; nice atmosphere but won’t break the bank; something off the beat track would be... (2 replies, last updated by sfbing February 23, 2009)

people for a couple of hours. I know the Savoy doesn’t get raves on this board for its food, but our guests have generally enjoyed the hors d’oeurves that are passed around although they’re probably paying more... (4 replies, last updated by mummy2Luna March 17, 2007)

Processed foods are typically less perishable than fresh foods and can be made well in advance and stored. Having predictable inventories reduces waste and cost. So big agricorporations can raise the pigs, divert some of the... (5 replies, last updated by Wayne Keyser April 11, 2005)

Interesting article in today’s NYTimes. Link: http://www.nytimes.com/2005/10/30/magazine/30food.html (4 replies, last updated by BlueHerons November 1, 2005)

After being around food all day, I usually resort to take out and other prepared foods for my own meals...this has gotten expensive and was wondering what other folks do to get themselves thru the week on little change? (9 replies, last updated by ChiliDude August 7, 2005)

Hi, I have a family of 5 taking a trip up to Niagara on lake and the falls. Any economical places to eat that won’t cost an arm & leg? One chinese food place would be preferred also but also family restaurants. THANKS!! (4 replies, last updated by Sandybandy July 3, 2009)

Can you be a little more specific— your likes and dislikes, type of food, location? “Tampa area” is huge, my friend! Give us a few more clues, please, and you’ll get loads of ideas. (2 replies, last updated by askdrtodd October 15, 2009)

Castle II (Caribbean/vegan, South Richmond Hill, Queens) Take-out only but $10 worth of food will feed you for a couple of days. Vegan doesn’t mean bland or boring at this joint. Excellent, filling smoothies for about $3.... (46 replies, last updated by elbev January 25, 2009)

, markets, wineries, farmers markets and bakeries and enjoyed food from many of the same suppliers to some of the top restaurants at a substantial cost saving. Checking a restaurant menu online will sometimes list some of the... (38 replies, last updated by Glencora May 27, 2008)

I really need to economize - even to the extent of forgoing Peet’s. Can anyone in S.CA recommend a less expensive coffee. Tried some TJ’s but didn’t care for it. (17 replies, last updated by Hugh Lipton August 4, 2005)