By Mike Thayer No, I’m not talking salad. While eating some rabbit food is nutritionally sound, that won’t last you until dinner. If you’re a working person, you don’t need a big lunch. You’re busy after all, distracted by work. All your body needs is a little refuel, some protein to hold you until dinner. […]
Smokehouse/Chophouse Style Challenge: Reviewing KFC's Smoky Mountain BBQ Chicken Tenders – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer KFC Promo Pic I recently wrote about what to look forward to in 2019 from fast food. Trending, are smokehouse/steakhouse style burgers and sandwiches and the meat of the year is predicted to be brisket. Consumers are clamoring for something more, creations beyond the ordinary realm of classic burger and sandwich flavors. […]
November 2019 – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer So a friend of mine invited me down to a restaurant where she tends bar. She works at Prost in Wichita, an authentic German restaurant and beer garden located in the Revolutsia Container Park located at the corner of Central and Volutsia. Opening in November of 2018, Prost takes pride in serving […]
Drink Review: Evan Williams Peach Bourbon – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer Flavored Whiskeys are the trend right now and regular readers know I’ve been reviewing the Revel Stoke line of flavored whiskeys as of late. But in my latest trip to the liquor store, I came across a peach flavored whiskey made by Evan Williams. Not having ever tried a peach flavored whiskey […]
Wine Review: Suburban Fracas Melee – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer I recently joined a wine club and I’m digging it! Thank you Lori! Shopping online at my leisure in the comfort of my own home, discovering new and exclusive wines and having them shipped directly to my door = Happiness in Every Sip. I borrowed that line from WineShop at Home, the […]
Fuzzy's Taco Shop Introduces a NEW TACO: The Citrus Heat Mahi Taco – Bachelor on the Cheap
Wine Review: Tatu Estates Orange Muscat Fuzzy’s Taco Shop Celebrates National Taco Day with $1.50 Tacos All Day Fuzzy’s Taco Shop has brought back a fan favorite to bring some heat just in time for the cooler weather. The Citrus Heat Mahi Taco is now available at Fuzzy’s and is a must-try! The new Citrus Heat Mahi […]
Wine Review: Tatu Estates Orange Muscat – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer I joined a wine club a few months back and I am SO glad I did! Thank you Lori! Shopping online at my leisure in the comfort of my own home, discovering new and exclusive wines and having them shipped directly to my door = Happiness in Every Sip. I borrowed that […]
January specials at Yoder Meats feature beef, pork and chicken – Bachelor on the Cheap
Food Review: Chick-fil-A’s Grilled Chicken Club Sandwich Food Review: Arby’s Smokehouse Brisket Sandwich By Mike Thayer Be sure to take advantage of the January Bundle and Butcher Bag Specials going on at Yoder Meats, THE best butcher shop in town! January Bundle Special 5 lbs. 80/20 Ground Beef 2 lbs. Minute Steak 2 lbs. Pork […]
Arby's has put Oreo Bites back on the menu – Bachelor on the Cheap
What to look forward to from fast food/fast casual in 2019 Spring Fever in January Arby’s is bringing its Oreo Bites back. The tasty morsels, first introduced around this time last year, are back on the menu at participating Arby’s locations for a limited time. In case you weren’t able to enjoy a these the […]
Sonic's Bahama Mama Snow Cone Slush hits the spot – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer Sonic Bahama Mama When it’s 100 degrees out, there’s nothing better to quench the thirst and get a break from the heat than with a frozen drink of some sort. Sonic has a BUNCH of them on their menu, they’ve even got some new flavors available for a limited time. At work […]
Food Review: Taco Bell's Rolled Chicken Tacos – Bachelor on the Cheap
Tortilla chip battle: Discount brand vs. store brand vs. Name brand Food Review: Pierre Raw Stuffed Chicken Breasts, Cordon Bleu By Mike Thayer Taco Bell has brought back their Rolled Chicken Tacos, available in 2-packs for $1.99 and 4-packs for $3.99 and a choice of dipping sauces: Spicy Ranch, Nacho Cheese and Guacamole. These things […]
Poor Man's Loose Meat Wrap – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer Regular readers know that I’m all about making something that’s quick, easy to prepare but tastes delicious. This dish has all those elements and it’s also easy on the wallet, this is after all, a Bachelor on the Cheap recipe. Ingredients: One pound of ground beef 1/2 cup onion, finely diced 1/4 […]
Starbucks will temporarily change to a “to go” model in U.S. and Canada stores – Bachelor on the Cheap
In a letter to all U.S. partners today, Starbucks shared changes the company is implementing to encourage social distancing, in an effort to help contain the COVID-19 virus. “As we all know, the situation with COVID-19 is extremely dynamic and we will continue to review the facts and science and make the proactive decisions necessary to […]
It's snack time! – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer Here’s an easy to prepare stay-with-you kind of snack that satisfies the tummy and the diet! Slice up a few generous pieces of Colby Jack cheese, wedge up a Roma tomato and dish out about six Kalamata olives on a small plate. Salt and pepper to taste, add a bit of olive […]