By Mike Thayer There’s been a chicken sandwich war going on in fast food, it started in 2019 and it’s still going on today. Shots fired! Chick-fil-A made headlines in 2019 becoming the third largest fast food chain, led with their classic chicken sandwich. Popeyes reacted by putting a new chicken sandwich on the menu […]
Dollar Tree raises prices for first time since opening 35 years ago – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer Dollar Tree’s price hike is a double whammy I’m a Dollar Tree fan. I like the fact that I can go into a Dollar Tree and find a bargain, such as over-the-door robe/coat hook for $1 rather than pay $7 for the very same thing at Ace Hardware. But that hook is […]
Kick that ordinary Ramen Soup up a notch with Ramen Soup hacks – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer Yes, you can turn instant Ramen soup into something like this… Ramen soup, it’s cheap, it’s a budget food, a single-person’s food, a plan ‘B’ food, a college dorm food, a don’t-know-what-else-to-have-so-this-will-have-to-do food… But don’t just make it per the package instructions, liven things up! There are ALL KINDS OF THINGS you […]
Grilling Good Eats: Give your steak the finger – Bachelor on the Cheap
Grilling Tip #10: How do you know when your steak is done? Give it the finger. No, not the middle one, well, you can use that one if you want….. Poke the steak with your finger. If the meat is soft to the touch and doesn’t bounce back, it’s still pink inside. If it’s got […]
Does Wendy's New Bacon Cheddar Cheeseburger Live up to the Hype? – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer Who doesn’t like a bacon cheeseburger, right?! I was on vacation recently, in need of some lunch while on the road to my vacation destination and decided to stop at a Wendy’s conveniently situated along my route. Getting pummeled with all those TV ads – the Wendy’s ad is actually pretty good, […]
Restaurant Review: Wahlburgers – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer It just looks inviting, doesn’t it? It was lunchtime during a recent business trip to the Kansas City area and I was driving from one visit location and on my way to another, but looking for a place to stop for a bite. I wasn’t sure what I was in the mood […]
The Wichita Dining Scene on BachelorontheCheap.com – Bachelor on the Cheap
Metro Pursuit – Wichita is all things FOOD in Wichita – PLUS! Whether you’re a lifelong resident of the Metro area, a Wichita State student, or just visiting the area, you’ve come to the right place if you’re looking for information about restaurants, dining, drinking and food shopping in the Wichita metro area! Where to go and […]
Breakfast: Keeping it simple – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer Without question, breakfast is my favorite meal of the day. Starting the day off with a satisfying meal doesn’t have to be expensive either, not in calories, nor in terms of impact on the wallet. A quick fast food breakfast can cost between $6 – $9 depending on your choices, but you […]
Dole Salad Kits: Are they any good? – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer Yes, they are…. So I acquired a bunch of coupons for free Dole Salad Kits, I’ve never had one before so I said to myself, “Self, might as well give this Salad Kit thing a try, it’s not going to cost anything.” And so off to the store I went for a […]
Shopping for a shed – doing the homework – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer Last week I wrote about the need for a shed. Now that I have my customized kayak for fishing at beautiful Lake Viking, I need a shed at the lake property to keep it in. So I’ve been doing some homework online. I’m in the market for a 10′ x 12′ foot […]
Creamer vs. Creamer: Coffee Mate vs. International Delight vs. store brand vs. discount brand – Bachelor on the Cheap
Bachelor on the Cheap Update – 06/24/2022: My how the price of creamer has gone up! This article was originally posted in 2018. International Delight now runs about $3.79 (up 80 cents), the store brand (Kroger) will cost you about $2.99 (up $1), the discount brand (Aldi) is now $2.45 (up 46 cents) with Coffee-mate […]
A taste of Arby's Wagyu Steakburger – Bachelor on the Cheap
This is no ordinary burger patty By Mike Thayer It’s not just fast food trash talk anymore, the Arby’s tagline, “We have the meats,”® now includes Wagyu. The fast food chain has never had a burger on its menu before and they went big with it, introducing a Wagyu Steakburger on May 23. And of […]
Who makes the best sub sandwich? They are listed here from worst to first – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer Are there that many people out there eating sub sandwiches but not really caring or understanding that they’re possibly not eating at the best establishment? That maybe, just maybe, they’re eating only, sadly, at a place they’re merely accustomed to, what they’ve settled to be comfortable with? It would seem so, otherwise […]
Bacon Fried Rice: It's what's for breakfast! – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer Looking for something different to have for breakfast? Fire up the skillet and make some bacon fried rice. It’s a spin off the oriental classic of fried rice, Americanized for breakfast. Fried rice isn’t just for lunch or supper anymore. This breakfast is also Bachelor on the Cheap friendly, costing less to […]