I've been making wild rice soup a long time. It has been a staple for use ever since I got married (Yikes! That was almost 20 years ago). My go-to recipe was from Byerly's (a regional grocery store). I adapt it according to what I have on hand … [Read more...]
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Frugal Foreigner: Indian Birthday and Wedding Celebrations
How much would you spend on a birthday party for your kid? The birthday celebrations I've seen in India have been quite over-the-top. Some friends of ours invited us to a party with camel rides, an inflatable slide, a magic show, and face … [Read more...]
Kmart’s First-Ever Playdate Place Picnic in NYC
Last Saturday, my family and I attended a fun event in New York City sponsored by Kmart's Playdate Place. It was the first-ever play date hosted by Kmart, but hopefully not the last! There were wonderful toys for everyone to play with, great … [Read more...]
Frugal Foreigner: The Sari – Not Just a Fancy Dress
Before I came to India, I pictured saris as special occasion-wear - fancy, nice, and expensive. Now I know better. "Work saris" are sold for as little as 99 rupees (just over $2). Weddings, church attendance, and holidays bring out fancy wear for … [Read more...]
Welcoming a New Mommysavers Forum Leader
If you're reading this on the Mommysavers Blog, you may be missing out on an entirely different Mommysavers experience. The Mommysavers Discussion Forums have been the driving force of the site since it was launched nearly eleven years ago in March … [Read more...]
How to Make German Spaetzle Noodles
How to Make German Spaetzle Noodles Spaetzle is a German egg noodle with the consistency of a dumpling and is used in many ethnic dishes. They're traditionally part of the cuisine in Austria, Hungary and Switzerland as well. It's also the ULTIMATE … [Read more...]