Looking for a fun getaway this Summer, but don’t want to break the bank? Whether you enjoy history, have a Girl Scout in the family, or just enjoy seeing beautiful new places, Savannah, Georgia, has something for everyone. It is filled with history, design and architecture, with many gardens, beautiful old building bursting with character […]
I’m all about using up leftovers to make new dishes, such as making stock from meat bones and vegetable scraps, or using the remains of one meal to make an entirely different meal. But there’s another way to utilize leftover food that I find truly amazing. Did you know you can regrow vegetables from kitchen […]
Buying a boxed mix for sweet breads and muffins is cheap; you can usually get them for $1 or less on sale. But making homemade baked goods tastes so much better, and it’s really not that much more complicated. Plus, you can control the ingredients. Most baked good recipes are also flexible and forgiving. If […]
Poised strategically on the Georgia/Tennessee border, this city is steadily becoming a very popular city to live in and visit. It’s very close to the mountains and has much to offer. The area is beautiful just to be in, but there are also lots of family friendly activities. Here are 25 free things to do […]
If you are a regular reader of Southern Savers, then you know that one of the best ways to save money is to plan ahead. We mostly talk about it in terms of food, but there are other ways to plan ahead that will save you money! One of my best tips for doing this […]
This Mexican dish is so simple to put together and brightens up any food you top it with. Though it’s traditionally used on foods like carnitas and tostadas, it’s also really good on grilled chicken, hamburgers, broiled fish, and lots more. Tip: If you want to make your pico de gallo spicy, add in a […]
Are you ready? It’s time to get your hurricane season game on and knock out everything you can before it gets here! This may feel like a long list, but even growing up in Florida, a few of these were new to me. If this list feels overwhelming, try to tackle one category every few […]
Our nation’s capital can be an expensive place! You will have to pay for lodging and food when you go, so the best way to save money is to do some of the amazing free things to do in Washington DC. From the zoo to the Smithsonian to the various gardens, you can spend a […]
Summer is finally here with lots of opportunities for family time. Weekly movie nights are part of our family rhythm, but sometimes we have a hard time deciding on what to watch. For this time of year, I love a movie that screams “summer,” and there are a lot to pick from. Here are 20 summer […]
