Weekly Grocery Bargains

Your Gay Husband Tip of the Day :
Build your weekly menu around SALE items

             Have you ever wanted to redecorate a room in your house or take a vacation of your dreams. You can if you budget and save when and where you can. Saving a small amount on everyday used items really adds up. Start giving your self back 10% of what you save when you do your grocery shopping and watch it happen.

Aldi has honest to goodness savings. This is a must for your weekly shopping even if it is for Milk and Eggs. Remember ...it adds up. Make sure to bring your own bags and a quarter for your shopping cart. You get it back when you leave. Aldi store are always clean, safe and well stocked. Print Aldi Ad here.

bananas - .39lb

celery - .69 ea

yellow onions - .25lb

broccoli crowns - .75lb [amazing price] I bought so much last week.



Tom Thumb is having a 2 day SALE. It is March 16th and 17th just for St. Patricks Day. You will need a Rewards card to receive discounts

Get Tom Thumb Coupons here.

boneless pork loin - $1.97lb

vine tomatoes - $1.68lb

Kraft salad dressing - $1.49 14-16oz [stock up] check expiration dates.

sweet yellow onions - .99lb

broccoli - $1.49lb

corned beef - $1.99lb 2 day sale

cabbage - .39lb 2 day sale

Guinness - $6.88 6 pack 2 day sale

If you have a SunFlower Farmers Market in your area...you MUST go. Great fresh food, they make their own Sausage with tons of variety, produce and $3.33ea table wine.

SunFlower is all about Serious Food with Silly Prices. Print Sunflower Ad here.

avocados - 2 for $1 [great price]

broccoli - .88lb

TX grapefruit - 3 for $1

green or red leaf lettuce - .99ea

bulk granola - $1.99lb

fresh chicken sausage - $2.99lb [freeze]

Fiesta id having their Seafood Month. Print Fiesta Ad here.

whole salmon  - $4.99lb

jumbo shrimp - $6.99lb 21-25count

fresh oysters - $3.99dozen

pork spare ribs - $2.99lb

boneless skinless chicken breast - $2.99lb

mango's - 3 for $1

navel oranges - 10 for $1

strawberries - $1.99lb

whole chicken - .87lb

green beans - .99lb

blackberries - $1.99lb can you say cobbler

red grapes - $1.29lb

fresh lemons - 5 for $1

live craw fish - $1.99lb

rock crab clusters - $3.69lb

Alberstons...It means a great deal. They are having a 4 day sale this week Wed thru Sat. They are also having alot of Buy 1 Get 1 free items. Make sure to check prices. They seem to be the highest during sales like these. Don't get me wrong, there are some good deals but not alot. 

Print Albertsons Coupons here.

boneless skinless chicken breast - $1.49lb

assort. pork chops - $1.149lb

ground beef - $1.99lb 85% lean

chicken leg quarters - .39lb 4 day sale

cantaloupe - .99ea 4 day sale

Kroger usually have good weekly sales. You need a rewards card to receive discounts.

Print Kroger Coupons here.

boneless chuck roast - $1.99lb

rib-eye steaks - $4.99lb

jumbo cooked shrimp - $5.99lb 21-25count

large eggs - $1dz

white seedless grapes - $1lb [taste first]

TX sweet onions - .77lb

vine tomatoes - $1.99lb

Atlantic salmon - $5.99lb

Boston fern 10in - $9.99

Michaels is where Creativity Begins. Stop in a Michaels just for inspiration. You will be amazed as to what you can create yourself. Print Michaels Coupons here.

40% off stickers

40% off any one regular priced item

40% off on frames

60% off on 2 or more custom framing

ceramicoat acrylic paint - .89ea 2oz

2 pack value canvas buy 1 get 1 free

I hope this helps you save money so you can reward yourself with something nice like a room make over. This is why dreaming is so important

Here are some links for stores in your area.

Smiths, Raleys, Ralphs, Jewel, Safeway, Trader Joes

Til Later,

Your Gay Husband

"Live Green" with Fresh Flowers

Your Gay Husband Tip of the Day :
Decorate with FRESH Flowers

Gerbera Daisys

Fresh Flowers for Less
I love fresh Flowers around the house. When I plan my weekly shopping I always checkout prices for fresh Flowers. If you don't buy them on promotion they can be very expensive. I only spent $4.99 on these Gerbera Daisy's. They are one of my favorites.
BIG impact with BIG savings.

Gerbera Daisy in Bud Vases with Tea Lights

Here I used the Gerberas in 5 Bud Vases with tea light candles between them. This makes for a great centerpiece inside or out. I used these on my outside patio for a romantic dinner.

Gerbera in a Single Vase

It is nice to keep fresh Flowers next to your bed on a night stand or in the bathroom. This just took 1 flower and adds tons of impact to any space. I recommend collecting vases, especially bud vases of every color a size. This will allow you to maximize your looks.

Gerbera in Large Vase

These are the same flowers just with a totally different look. I used all of them in 1 large vase. I usually don't care for pink flowers but these were such a beautiful tone that I couldn't resist.












Add beauty to your surroundings for only $4.99. Yep I only spent $4.99 for these looks. I bought them at the grocery store believe I or not. When picking Gerberas make sure the center is tight and just starting to bloom. Change water every 3 days and should last for 10 days or so.

Enjoy adding beauty to your home by adding FRESH FLOWERS.
Til Later,
Your Gay Husband

DIY: Beverage Fridge Make Over

Your Gay Husband Tip of the Day:
"Re New" before you "Buy New" and SAVE


Finished Project

From Drab to Fab
We have this old beverage fridge on our patio. It was being tossed out so we took it. It has been a great fridge and perfect for that cool beverage when you are out by the pool. Most of the Patio is Black and White with some Lemongrass and Sand accents. The fridge was dated to say the least so I decided to give it a face lift and paint it Black. It looks NEW...Really !
COST - $15
Time - 1 hour not including dry time
Level of Difficulty - 2 on scale of 1-5

Rustoleum Epoxy Appliance Paint

To get started I made sure to clean fridge thoroughly and lightly sanded any rough areas. Once it is clean, tape off the areas that you don't want painted such as fixtures or handles. You don't want it to loo like you poured paint over it. I used RustOleum Primer [I use the left overs form my "frame" project and Epoxy Spray Paint that is made for appliances. I love this paint. You can by these at Home Depot.

Primer Coat

Make sure to apply 2 coats of primer. This is key for ensuring adherence of the Epoxy Paint. Follow directions for dry times. I used a gray base primer that is made for dark tones. Take your time and don't miss a spot.

First Coat Epoxy Paint

When painting make sure that you are in a well ventilated area. I use a mask and goggles. Better be safe than sorry. After you apply the first coat of the Epoxy Spray Paint it will look splotchy. It will look splotching for the first 2 coats. I recommend applying 3-4 coats for best results. It feels and cleans just like a NEW fridge.

Finished Beverage Fridge

This was a Fun project. I only needed a little help with moving the fridge to an open space for painting. It makes such a BIG difference. It's funny how you can get used to something if you live with it everyday, so why not add a bit of newness to your environment without spending the Big Bucks.






I hope this inspires you to make something of yours go from Drab to Fab.
Til Later,
Your Gay Husband

BBQ Chicken Breast...Low and Slow

Your Gay Husband Tip of the Day:

Marinate overnight for best results



BBQ Chicken with Carrots, Broccoli and Ambrosia Salad

 BBQ Chicken Breasts
mmm that sounds so good. When you BBQ chicken "right" it is juicy and full of flavor. The key is to marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight when time permits, and to cook it Low and Slow. I use a dry rub but really use what you like best. Here is how I made these large chicken breast and boy oh boy were they GOOD.

TIME - 2 hours excluding marinating
COST - under $10 for 4 servings
Level of difficulty-2 on a scale of 1-5

Cook away from coals Low and Slow

Once the Chicken has marinated put it on the grill. You want your grates on the grill to be hot and coals to be gray in color. Place the Chicken breasts on the grill away from the coals. Close the lid and close the vents 90% of the way. This will help keep the BBQ warm, smoke the meat and level out the cooking temperature. Do NOT even look at it for 1hour. If you want you can also toss in some wet wood chips. I only use organic charcoal and NO lighter fluid.

Happy Chicken Breast are done

Once the internal has reached 155 degrees I remove the chicken from the grill and tent it in foil for 10-15 min before serving. This will allow the juices to redistribute and make for a JUICY breasts and let it finish cooking. You do not want dry chicken...yuck. I do not put BBQ sauce on the chicken until it hits the plate.
I made caramelized carrots, steamed broccoli and Ambrosia salad to go with it.

Lemon Mint Vodka Cocktail

The perfect accompaniment is an ice cold
Lemon Mint Vodka Cocktail. click for recipe


Let me know if you have any questions or need any advise on BBQing. I love to cook...so have some friends over and enjoy your BBQ chicken over drinks and laughs. That is a perfect world to me.
Til Later,
Your Gay Husband 

Fashion Friday: My Fashionista's

YourGayHusband FASHION Tip of the Day:

Look to the past to Update fashion today     




Lena Horne

My Fashionista's:
Recently I took a few extra days off after a very busy work period and decided that I need to do nothing but rest my tired feet and body.While resting I was able to watch a few of my favorite shows and discovered a new favorite.Something that I noticed while watching my favorite shows, many of my favorite female entertainers were featured or topics of discussion.
Lena Horne, one of the first African-American female entertainers had pasted away at the age of 92 in Manhattan.
Lena was the first African-American Female actress to sign a long term contract with a major Hollywood studio and then went on to achieve international fame as a singer and activist.
I really didn't know much about about her, but remember 2 songs particularly( Moon River, The Man I Love) being sung by mother while going up.


Aretha Franklin

 While watching one of my new Favorite shows, Wendy Williams, I was thrilled that she had an exclusive interview with the one and only Aretha Franklin. I can remember many happy times dancing around in our living room to her hits being played on the radio. I would have to say that the "Queen of Soul looked good event though she recently has been battling illness. She was witty, charming, honesty and had a sense of humor while expressing her thoughts during the interview.

Of course I will be saving my itune dollars to upload her new CD, Aretha's Best, which was released March 7, 2011.

  

Vanessa Williams

Halle Berry

Vanessa Williams recently was on Wendy Williams and let me tell you, she is FIERCE!!! Her body is rockin, skin flawless, and hair amazing.

Her resume as a entertainer I find so interesting. Her career beginning as a model, then she became Miss USA, the controversy over her pictorial in Penthouse, then a  new direction as actress  in film, TV and Broadway. I remember seeing her on Broadway in "Kiss of a Spider Woman".What a compliment, to replace Chita Rivera, in a lead role on Broadway.

Her performance was spectacular.

Halle Berry recently was on the Oscars Red Carpet and each time I see her, I am amazed how this woman glows and radiates femininity and beauty. She has made her mark in Hollywood as one of the best African-American actresses to date. Her starlet life has been exposed, but yet remains victorious and she continues to transform and recreate herself.

Halle's career began at the age of 17, when she won the Miss Teen all American title and  from then on she has added 43 film titles to her resume, photographed for numerous print ads, and is also a spokes model for Revlon's Super Lustrous Lipstick. Her life today continues to evolve, recently becoming a mother of a baby girl, Nah

Wendy Williams

My new favorite,Wendy Williams talk show. She bills herself as "the Queen of all Media", starting off as a radio personality for numerous stations around the country. Now that Oprah is moving on to new pastures, she is opening up the world of daytime TV and I cant wait to see what she will make of it.Stay tuned...she will be the spotlight of many more thing to come.  She may even surprise us and WIN Dancing with the Starz. How you dancin ? is her new Question  on her talk show.






Here are last weeks POLL results :
Who was your favorite at the Oscars...
Anne Hathaway - 66%
Mila Kunis - 16%
Jennifer Hudson - 16%
Til next Friday,
YourGayHusbands Husband

OMG Carrot Cake

Your Gay Husband Tip of the Day :

Eat CARROTS they are good for your eye sight.

OMG Carrot Cake

OMG Carrot Cake
The other day I just had this overwhelming need for Carrot Cake. MyGaySister is a pastry chef, she gave me this recipe and all I have to say is OMG !

COST - $5 including frosting
Time - 1 hour
Level of Difficulty 2 on a scale of 1-5

Here is how it is made...

Baking 3 Layers

In a large bowl combine...
2 cups of sugar
2 cups of sifted flour
2 tsp baking soda
2 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp salt
Add...
1 1/2 cups oil
4 eggs
3 cups grated carrots
Mix till combined. You can add 1 cup of 1 or all of the following...drained crushed pineapple, coconut, nuts.
put into greased 8"or 9" pans and bake 20-25 minutes at 350 degrees. Remove and let cool completely before frosting. Do not rush it.

To Die For Cream Cheese Frosting

This frosting is a MUST for this cake. DO NOT VARY.
1 8oz package cream cheese
1 cube of soften butter
1 box powdered sugar sifted
1 tsp vanilla
1 cup chopped nuts [optional] for garnish
Cream butter and cream cheese, add vanilla and powdered sugar, mix til combined. Grab a spoon...it is good.




Frosting your cake

 Put a small amount of frosting between each layer and use the rest for the top and sides. I dollop a large amount to the center of the cake and work it down around the edges until it is completely frosted. Make sure to use ALL of the frosting. Take your time and feel the rhythm of the frosting. This will prevent tears and clumps.

with Vanilla Ice Cream

What could be easier. Add a scoop or two of Vanilla ice cream and have a moment to yourself. A nice glass of ice cold milk is a perfect combination.







I hope you enjoy this as much as we did.
Til Later,
YourGayHusband

Weekly Grocery Bargains

 YourGayHusband Tip of the Day :
Print Coupons before shopping

 

Save Money Weekly

  One of the Best ways to save money is to print or cut your coupons before you go shopping. Having a plan is half the work. Believe me you will be amazed with how much money you will save.
I love to day dream of all the FUN and Luxurious things I can do with the money I am saving. I find it motivating. It looks like the best deals are in produce. I have added a list of stores near you at the end of this blog. I hope it helps you save money.

    

                      

                                   

Albertsons is having another 3 Day Sale this Fri-Sun. They do not require a rewards card for savings. Click here for Albertsons coupons






round roast - $1.99lb [freeze]
catfish nuggets .99lb - 3 day sale
raw shrimp - $3.99lb 31-40ct - 3 day sale
talapia fillets - $4.99lb - 3 day sale
snow crab clusters - $6.99lb - 3 day sale
boneless skinless chicken breasts - $1.49lb - 3 day sale
mangos - $1ea
fresh express salad - $1ea 12oz [great deal]
cantaloupe - $1ea
Campbell's chicken noodle soup - .50ea

Aldi is having some great deals on produce this week. Don't forget to stop by for your staples. Milk is usually .99 a gallon.
gold pineapple - .99ea
avocados - .39ea
navel oranges - .35lb
broccoli crowns - .75lb

Make sure to bring your own bags.

Fiesta is having a SEAFOOD Sale. If you like to BBQ this would be a perfect time for a fish bake on your BBQ.

super Jumbo shrimp - $7.99lb 18-22 count [big]
coho salmon - $4.49lb
mahi mahi fillets - $3.99lb
chicken breast 1/4 cut - .99lb [ freeze] great on the BBQ
whole cooked crawfish - $1.69lb
whole mackerel - $1.69lb
sword fish - $6.99lb
seedless red grapes - .99lb
strawberries - $1.99lb
blueberries - $2.99pint
chicken wings - $1.59lb [party]
lemons - 5 for $1
whole lobster - $6.99ea
broccoli - $1.29lb

Kroger is having an OK sale this week I have seen better. You will need a rewards card to get the discounts. Print Kroger coupons here.






top sirloin steaks - $2.99lb
baby back ribs - $2.99lb
asparagus - $1.97lb
cantaloupe - 2 for $3
green cabbage - .39lb
Kroger corned beef - $1.99lb

Sunflower Farmers Market always has serious food at silly prices.
Great place to pick up good table wine at 3 for $10.00. You do not need a rewards card to get discounts.





asparagus - $1.47lb
lemons - 3 for $1
green cabbage - 2 for $1
strawberries - $2.5lb
blackberries - $2.50lb
blueberries - $2.50lb
green beans - $1.99lb
red or black grapes - $1.97lb
red potato - .99lb
apples - .99lb
corned beef brisket - $2.99lb
pork loin roast - $2.99lb

Tom Thumb is having a 4 day Sale. There is nothing great but here are some of the best savings this week. You will need a rewards card to receive discounted prices. Click here for Tom Thumb coupons.



boneless skinless chicken breasts - $1.99lb
T-bone steaks - $4.99lb
avocados - $1ea
broccoli .88lb
large mangos - $1ea
portabella mushrooms - $2.50