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The Egg McMuffin-Unemployment Connection
It’s hard to justify a trip to the drive-thru first thing in the morning when you don’t have a job. Also, when you’re unemployed, “first thing in the morning” may occur sometime after fast food restaurants have already begun serving lunch.
It’s a Deal: Free Pancakes at IHOP
From 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Tuesday, February 23, IHOP is celebrating Free Pancake Day by giving out a free short stack to each customer.
How Customer Loyalty Isn’t Being Rewarded
From CVS to Starbucks and beyond, retailers have long been pushing customers to sign up for rewards cards, which allow you to build up points towards discounts or freebies with each purchase (and each obligatory card scan). But while stores love that these cards build loyalty and turn occasional shoppers into habitual devotees, there’s …
Must-Eat: Burger King’s $1 Double Cheeseburger
Well, it’s a must-eat only if you like ingesting this sort of thing, and only if want to pay just $1. In April, the price is going up.
It’s a Deal: Free Auntie Anne’s Pretzel on Saturday
On Saturday, February 20, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Auntie Anne’s celebrates Free Pretzel Day by (what else?) giving out free pretzels.
Lent as Money Saver
What are you giving up for Lent? Even if you’re not Christian, there are benefits to giving up something for 40 days—or for whatever period of time you please. Giving up meat and eating out for 40 days can save you $800. Giving up lattes might save you nearly $200.
It’s a Deal: Free Grand Slam Breakfast at Denny’s
From 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, February 9, Denny’s restaurants are giving away free Original Grand Slam breakfasts (pancakes, eggs, and bacon) to all customers.
Super Bowl Commercials: Playing to the Cheap Seats
It costs a fortune to advertise during the Super Bowl. So it’s interesting that so many of the commercials seem aimed not at the spendthrift rich, but at folks who are still shell-shocked by the recession, and who remain reluctant to open their wallets.
Super Bowl Sunday: Colts, Saints, and Pizzas with the Works for $10
In time for your Super Bowl Sunday party, here are some promotions on pizza, Chinese food, appetizers, sports gear and memorabilia, and more.
It’s a Deal: 50 McNuggets for $9.99
From Friday, February 5, through Sunday, February 7, participating McDonald’s restaurants are offering 50 McNuggets for $9.99. That’s 20¢ per nugget (thanks SearchAllDeals).