CheapWeek: Beer on Beer on Beer

8/17 – Potbelly and Empanadas I have friends in high places. When I say that, I mean my best friend Zack works at Potbelly corporate and occasionally bestows free sandwich cards on me. I used one today and always enjoy the jealous looks I get… Anyways, I decided that Potbelly wasn’t enough and headed over… Continue reading CheapWeek: Beer on Beer on Beer

CheapWeek: Returning From Hiatus!

I’ve been lazy. I’ll admit it. I totally missed my CheapWeek update for the week of Lollapalooza – but can you blame me? I was partying from Friday – Sunday, then needed a day or two to recover. Then I had a week of work events and familial obligations immediately after. Whew! I’ve been busy. And… Continue reading CheapWeek: Returning From Hiatus!

CheapWeek: Busy Week, Busy Weekend

7/20 – Farmer’s Fridge and Furious Spoon Today one of my favorite past freelance clients came to visit Social Media Beast. Farmer’s Fridge brought up some yummy salads – some I haven’t tried yet. The Southwest Salad was phenomenal. If you follow them on Facebook and Twitter, they tend to give coupons and freebies on… Continue reading CheapWeek: Busy Week, Busy Weekend

CheapWeek: Cupid’s Undie Run

7/13 – Leftovers and Ramen Contest So I made a LOT of food over the weekend – primarily soups. I had some delicious Roasted Garlic and Tomato Soup and Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup to get through before leaving for Colorado on Thursday. It’s nice to have your meals almost completely planned out before the week even starts…… Continue reading CheapWeek: Cupid’s Undie Run

CheapWeek: Home Cookin’

If there was one theme to summarize this week for me, it would be: delicious food. This week was about an equal split between having awesome food out at restaurants, and spending time in my own kitchen, executing delicious recipes. 7/6 – #Foodiechats and #BetterBurgerProject at Frontier I’ve been lucky to become an active part of the… Continue reading CheapWeek: Home Cookin’

CheapWeek: Fourth of July Shenanigans

6/29 – Noodles & Company for Lunch I’ve said it once, and I’ll say it again: SIGN UP FOR NOODLES & COMPANY’S EMAIL UPDATES. Follow this link for several other emails you should sign up for in order to score some free or half-priced meals. I bring it up because I had a BOGO entree coupon… Continue reading CheapWeek: Fourth of July Shenanigans

CheapWeek: Getting Involved

This week was action packed – guest TA-ing a class for General Assembly, Volunteering for Chicago Cares, and representing Zipcar in Pride! 6/22 – #BrandChat and Solar Charger Today was an interesting day for me. Let’s start with one of my favorite Twitter Chats – #Brandchat. It’s Wednesdays at 10am CST, and last week I… Continue reading CheapWeek: Getting Involved

CheapWeek: New Opportunities

This week was characterized by big news and awesome new opportunities. 6/15: Blackhawks Win! Today was a big day for Chicago sports fans. The Chicago Blackhawks won for the first time at home since 1938 (according to a sports-loving friend. Don’t quote me on that). Needless to say, everyone was excited. I kept it pretty… Continue reading CheapWeek: New Opportunities

CheapWeek: Connections are Everything

Connections are everything, and that was pretty characteristic of the awesome things that happened this week. Always put your best foot forward when meeting new people (and maintaining old friendships) – you never know where they could lead! 6/8 – Farmer’s Fridge, Quirky and #Foodiechats Farmer’s Fridge is very close to my heart after being… Continue reading CheapWeek: Connections are Everything

CheapWeek: Barcocina, Breakroom Brewery and PIQNIQ

6/1 – CelebriTEA and Noodles & Company Last week I hit “CelebriTEA” status at Argo Tea. I’m kind of in love with the place, and they love their customers back with a pretty awesome loyalty program. After 25 visits, I’ve earned $1 off all purchases before 9am (perfect for right before work), a free birthday drink,… Continue reading CheapWeek: Barcocina, Breakroom Brewery and PIQNIQ