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 […]
Chip Review: Backroad Country Seasoned Veggie Chips – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer A nice change-of-pace chip So I was shopping in Yoder Meats on East Central in Wichita last week, my favorite local butcher and while waiting on my order to be pulled, I did a little browsing in the store. It’s like the bag was calling out to me…. “Try me, try me!” […]
Product Review: Aichoof Taco Holder – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer Taco Holders: Set of six If you don’t already have a taco holder set, you need to get one! It is SO much easier to plate tacos when you have these on hand and they’re not that expensive. Sturdy, dishwasher and microwave safe, taco night is WAY easier to prep when these […]
July 2016 – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer I’ve heard friends and co-workers over the years throw out a number of claims on why they don’t buy in bulk to save money: You really don’t save much money doing that, it’s not worth it You have to buy so much stuff to get the savings I can’t afford the membership […]
Wendy's on East Harry Closed for Remodeling – Bachelor on the Cheap
A “Who makes the best fish sandwich in Wichita?” Challenge – Day 3 Dinner: Fish and More Celebrate National Burrito Day at Fuzzy’s Taco Shop By Mike Thayer So I went to my neighborhood Wendy’s today to pick up a fish sandwich to evaluate for my Fish Sandwich Challenge, but the parking was blocked off […]
October 2016 – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer There are a lot of programs out there offering storable food packages, various types, sizes, prices…. But buying dehydrated, freeze-dried, or MRE style food isn’t for everybody. Buying things in bulk isn’t for everybody either, and not everybody has an unspoken for $100 or $200 laying around to do that. So I’ve come […]
March 2016 – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer Out on my own and having to pretty much start from scratch again at age 53 (I won’t bore you with the details), I found myself staring at the empty apartment I just ‘moved’ into. There I was, about a month ago, standing in my kitchen with a Wendy’s $4 meal deal […]
March 2017 – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer Believe it or not, shopping for proteins and fewer processed foods and carbs will actually save you money at the grocery store. Before I started focusing more on proteins, my average monthly grocery bill in a typical month was $297. Once I eliminated processed foods and greatly reduced high carb foods/products, I […]
Saving money at the grocery store – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer Believe it or not, shopping for proteins and fewer processed foods and carbs will actually save you money at the grocery store. Before I started focusing more on proteins, my average monthly grocery bill in a typical month was $297. Once I eliminated processed foods and greatly reduced high carb foods/products, I […]
Food Review: Member's Mark Seasoned Angus Roast Beef – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer Best packaged sliced roast beef out there Lunchmeat is one of my go-to snacks, I’ve always got some on hand in my fridge. I like lunchmeat because it’s an easy grab, it’s packed with protein and most importantly, it’s darn tasty! Add a little dollop of mustard and the taste buds are […]
A putty knife is an excellent kitchen clean up tool – Bachelor on the Cheap
A Review of the Serta 18″ Queen External AC Pump Airbed A great Asian inspired meal for under $3 By Mike Thayer So you’re cleaning up the breakfast dishes before you take off for work and that spatula has a bit of egg clinging to it. Reach for a putty knife. It’s a GREAT tool […]
Getting ready for spring planting 2022 – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer Starting seeds indoors helps relieve the symptoms of Spring Fever The first official day of spring, March 20th, is right around the corner. Closer yet, is Daylight Savings Time, we lose an hour of sleep, a.k.a., “Spring Forward,” in moving the clocks up an hour on March 13. For many folks, that […]
Sprout's Farmers Market to close its doors April 1 – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer No, it’s not a bad April Fools joke. The Sprouts Farmers Market on East Central (the corner of Central and Rock) in Wichita is closing. “Choosing to close a store is always a difficult decision; however, as we continue to evolve our strategy in selecting store locations, we are focused on ensuring […]





Easter Family Meals and Catering – Fuzzy's Taco Shop – Bachelor on the Cheap
Fuzzy’s Taco Shop’s Baja-inspired family meals and catering options are available for Easter. The taco shop’s Taco Family Meals offer generous portions of the guest’s choice of meat, sides, fixings and more, allowing your family to build their own tacos their way. Additionally, Fuzzy’s Taco Shop’s catering is a delicious option for larger groups. From BYOT Bars (“Build Your […]