Saving - 43 Days Until Christmas & Plan Ahead For Lunch & Snacks!

Well, as we all get out and about with our Christmas shopping along comes the inevitable.  Shopping around lunch/supper time or just needing a snack to reenergize us during long shopping trips.  Don't go unprepared!  Here are a few tips:

*Pack light snacks in your purse or pack a cooler and snack bag and leave it in your car.  You could even pack pre-made sandwiches and fruit for a light and quick lunch.  This will reduce the need to run through a drive thru or make a purchase at the food court.
*Take coupons that are good at possible eating places around where you will be shopping.  If you will be shopping in a mall, check out their restaurants ahead of time and look for a couple different coupons to take with you, to give you an option.
*Grab a snack in a department/grocery store (ie. pop, yogurt, granola bars, candy bar, etc) rather than purchasing at high-priced vending machines or specialty stores.

If you are shopping at the Empire Mall - here are a few deals to plan ahead now:
Auntie Anne's - sign up here for Pretzel Perks.  They send coupons and deals.
Villa - visit their Facebook page and this month you can get a $2 off Stromboli coupon
Culvers - sign up for text deals get free ice cream here.