For your consideration: Three EZ Ways To Combat Higher Food Costs.

Lots of folks, and of course the damn major media outlets, are talking about increases in food costs. The Money Kings have noticed a bit of an increase in regular food items. Nothing as serious as the crap spewed from the major news channels, but we’ve noticed an increase none the less.

Here are three quick tips:

1. Use Powdered Milk: This really only works for ardent skim milk drinkers/users. In fact, there’s much debate over the benefits of adults using anything other than skim milk in their diets due to fat content. Alas, this is a different topic. Powdered milk mixed with water tastes very similar to milk out of a jug. If you’re using skim milk for your cereal, and not even drinking the stuff, then seriously . . . You should give powered milk a try. You won’t notice the difference, and you’ll be amazed at how long a box of the stuff will actually last.

For your consideration: $5 Sandwiches At Subway—How You’re Finally Getting Some Respect.

Why are we hating Subway today?

Shouldn’t we all be happy that we’re getting what is essentially (NOW) a great deal out of a wildly successful company?

Shouldn’t we be THANKFUL that the purveyors of all things JARED have decided to offer a discount on their already great quality grub?

Nice Money King says, “Maybe.”

Mad Money King says,

Of course, everyone wants to know why.

The real reason why we’re hating Subway today deals not with the $5 foot long sandwich promotion. The real reason why we’re hating Subway today is because Subway’s been ripping us off for a while, and not many people seem to care.

You might remember Subway when it first started. We’re talking about the days when you could order a foot long turkey sandwich for about $4.99 and the sandwich “artist” would pull a pre-packaged slab of turkey meat out of a tub, cut it in half in its wax paper shell and then carefully remove it while placing it on your choice of bread.

Back in those days, you were getting a certain portion of meat for each sandwich. Let’s call it X—with the exception of the following sandwiches: roasted chicken breast, meatball, tuna, veggie, steak and cheese and a few of the other hot sandwiches.

For your consideration: You Need To Give Your Love Affair With Dining Out A Rest.

Your wallet has the following questions for you:

• Are you so lazy that you think that eating something at home is never as good as eating something out?
• Are you so uncreative that you think that the barista at your favorite coffee shop really likes you?
• Are you so lonely that you think you need to drink at the bar in order to have a good time.

If your answer to all of these questions is "Yes," then guess what:

The Money Kings like to see happy relationships between people and their wallets. "To Love, Honor and Obey" are the three attitudes to hold towards one's wallet in order to secure a happy future.

But when you're answering "Yes" to the aforementioned questions, you're cheating . . . The new lover in your life is called: PREMIUM.

PREMIUM lies.
PREMIUM makes promises he can't keep.
PREMIUM is tricksy.

• PREMIUM leads you to pay $9.99 plus tax and tip for 1lb of angel hair pasta, diced tomatoes and basil.
• PREMIUM leads you to spend $1.75 plus tax on 12 ounces of coffee.
• PREMIUM leads you to pay $3.25 plus tax and tip for one bottle of Bud Light.

Do The Money Kings go to bars? Of course. Do The Money Kings go to coffee shops? Of course. Do The Money Kings go to restaurants? Of course.

For your consideration: If The Internet Is Down On Your Whole Continent, Save Your Frustration And Money. Drink More Wine!

Areas of the Middle East, Africa and Asia are suffering a small Internet meltdown today as a couple of main undersea cables may have been cut by a boat anchor. This has undoubtedly affected business, and thus, money making. The Money Kings don’t like news like this, but sometimes there’s just nothing you can do. Therefore, we’ve decided that when the Internet is down there’s no need to frown. There’s never been a better time to open your favorite bottle (or box, as it were) of wine!

Now, we’re not talking about the Winograd Report —all puns intended! We’re talking about vino, the fruit of the grape, Dionysis’ pride.

Wine can be expensive, but it doesn’t have to be. Furthermore, if you’re alone, red wine might be good for your heart, but it’s bad for your pocket book. Once you open it, you better be ready to drink the whole bottle in about 3 days. Red wine does NOT keep well. If you’re looking to enjoy wine, and you want it to last, go white.

Ask yourself, “I’m not looking for a Bordeaux from 1787. I just want something nice, decent and refreshing. How can I get the biggest bang for my buck with wine?”

Thursday Tastes are on the menu for today!

For your consideration: Economic Stimulus And Getting More From "Profits" From Your Dining Gift Cards.

Recently, a friend of ours received one of those gift cards you can buy from major grocers for the Olive Garden. Our friend was upset that he had to use the card for the Olive Garden even though he really didn’t like Italian food. We, at The Money Kings said, “Hey. Turn that card over!”

After turning the card, our friend was surprised to find out that his gift card was usable at Bahama Breeze, Red Lobster and Smokey Bones as well the Olive Garden. We encouraged him to read the fine print . . . The Money Kings encourage everyone to READ THE FINE PRINT and profit!

Of course, he could re-gift the card to someone else for their birthday, or some other holiday. (Another good way to save money on gifts for others!)

Speaking of gifts for others, you need some ideas for spending that Economic Stimulus money don’t you? We, at The Money Kings, definitely advocate SAVING your tax credit, but if you absolutely, positively, crucially, categorically and spiritually must spend the rebate then think about:

1. Inviting your boss to each a nice meal at your home.
2. Buying some of your frequently used cooking items (e.g., oils, sodas, wine, rice, canned goods, meats) in large quantities to drive down costs.