Frugal Cottage

Very few things can bring more strife and stress into a family household than issues around money and not having enough of it to cover expenses and bills. If money issues or lack of it are taking away the joy in your life and you want to take steps to do something about it, start [...]

Nowadays, it’s very expensive to be an American citizen. Prices have been escalating in different ways, such as in heating and gasoline, making everyday living much more expensive than it used to be. In order to go with the flow, it pays to be resourceful and frugal. By cutting back in one section of [...]

With food costs climbing and eating being a basic need, is it possible to reduce grocery spending? Using these tips and tricks, budget your way to food frugality.

Herbs are fun to grow and easy to use. Herbs can be a frugal cook’s best friend because they can enhance even the simplest fare making it seem grand! Herbs are easy to grow–you can even grow them on your kitchen windowsill.

With its strong ties to England, Hong Kong is one of the most English speaker friendly regions in Asia. It is also friendly for the frugal traveler, especially the frugal shopper.
The Markets
There is a market for almost everyone in Hong Kong. Stanley Market targets the distinguishing foodie with stands, shops, and even a [...]