Smart Tips

Eating out can feel like a luxury, but it doesn't have to break the bank. Discover how to enjoy a restaurant meal out without stressing your finances.

To make the best tasting meals, you'll want to start with the freshest ingredients. Here's what you need to know to pick the best meat, fish and shellfish.

With fruits and vegetables, there are numerous factors you should consider when making a selection at the grocery store. The advice below will help you choose the freshest and most flavourful pears, potatoes and more.

The summer season is a great time to look for nutritious, fresh veggies that your family will love.

Many Canadians buy too much food, and end up throwing away spoiled groceries. Instead, why not freeze your food to help it last longer? Here are some simple ways to get started.

With these tips, you can extend the life of fresh produce without taking up precious freezer space.

You bought that poultry to eat, not to throw away. Here's how to keep it fresh, and how to store it so that nothing goes to waste.

When purchasing canned goods from the store, always buy those in best condition. Don't buy dented cans. Jars should be rust-free and show no signs of leakage or cracking.

Although you may look forward to the holiday season, sometimes stress can make you want to toss your tree or menorah out the window. To help you stay sane, here are 4 helpful tips.

Vancouverites are lucky to have milder, shorter winters than the rest of the country. But still, winter can feel like it drags on. Wondering what to do on those days in pricey Vancouver? Check out these free events!

It’s winter in Vancouver – water is filling your shoes and the wind is ruining your umbrella and your hair – and you’re seriously considering hibernating until March. But we are social creatures who thrive in the company of other people. Your friends

Water freezing in your home’s pipes can be both costly and messy, especially when it occurs unexpectedly. The best advice? Be ready for cold weather before it happens. Here's some advice to help you avoid frozen pipes during winter's nastiest weather

Preparing tasty, healthy meals on a budget can be tough. If you're like many people, these 4 common grocery shopping myths may have you spending more than you should. So what are these myths? Why should they be busted?

The key to finding nutritious, tasty summer fruits is to buy them in peak season. Although harvests vary from year to year and place to place, you’ll be able to find high-quality fresh fruit if you know what to look out for.

Enjoying gourmet cuisine while money is tight is about creatively using farmer's market ingredients, store brands and frozen foods to make your meals the best they can be. Here are four secrets for eating well on a dime.

Beyond the choice of white or brown, you’re probably aware of the many other options when it comes to chicken eggs. But do you really know what you're buying? Here's a quick primer to all those labels.

A balanced diet is a matter of diversity and proportions. Here are 6 suggestions to help you maintain a balanced diet and good health.

You can save money and time if you do some savvy grocery shopping at your local dollar store. As long as you do a little comparison shopping beforehand, bear in mind the actual cost per serving of each item, and prepare a list ahead of time. Here's w

With an ever-growing selection of products promoted as environmentally friendly, the myriad choices can make "green" shopping a confusing experience. Here are eight ways you can make eco-friendly purchasing decisions.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Not only is it the Christmas season, but December is chock-full of great concerts, festive markets and delicious seasonal food. Calgary is the place to be this holiday season – here are just a few suggestions