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....

Aromatic, spicy, and perfect for blustery fall weather.

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,...

This nutty, tangy, briny vinaigrette completes a hearty salad.

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...

Higher food cost consumers right in the banh mi.

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...

Can you really eat healthy on what the government gives you?

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...

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...

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...

Interesting article in today’s NYTimes. Link: http://www.nytimes.com/2005/10/30/magazine/30food.html

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?

Bad economic times have been kind to fancy food, up to a point.

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!!