The Wichita Food Scene: See it all in the Bachelor on the Cheap Search Directory – a dining, drinking & food directory for the Wichita Metro area. The directory is all things FOOD in Wichita – PLUS! Whether you’re a lifelong resident of the Metro, a Wichita State student, or just visiting the area, you’ve […]
Food Review: Oscar Mayer Cheese Dogs – Bachelor on the Cheap
The resealable package is a nice touch. You don’t get that with a lot of competitor brands. By Mike Thayer No fridge or freezer is complete without a variety of bratwurst, hot dogs or sausages of some sort in it. I love a good hot dog (that’s spelled, D.A.W.G. in my book) and today I’m […]
April 2023 – Bachelor on the Cheap
Fast growth trajectory designed to meet increasing demand for quality, fresh groceries and essentials at the lowest possible prices Batavia, Ill., — Further solidifying its position as one of the fastest-growing grocers in the country, ALDI is adding 120 new stores this year. At a time when inflation is forcing some retailers to slow growth, […]
Extend the life of highlighters, markers and pens with proper storage – Bachelor on the Cheap
Store highlighters, markers & pens tip down By Mike Thayer You’re at the office and you share desk space, you reach for a highlighter stored in one of those desktop pen/pencil holders and when you go to highlight something on an office memo, the highlighter is dry… UGH! Shame on the office worker you share […]
Sedgwick County still in drought conditions, but relief is on the way – Bachelor on the Cheap
Wichita metro businesses can extend their reach on BachelorontheCheap.com Walmart Health Nearly Doubles in Size With Launch Into Two New States in 2024 BachelorontheCheap.com Sedgwick County and the Wichita area are still in Extreme Drought to Severe Drought conditions, but Mother Nature is helping us to remedy that with precipitation forecast over the next three […]
February 2022 – Bachelor on the Cheap
Update: It’s been about three weeks since I ordered Relief Factor, I wrote about ordering it in late January, I’ve provided that background post below, with my update on what I think of the product below that. By Mike Thayer Does this drug-free option for pain relief work? You may have heard the commercials on […]
Chip Review: Kroger Cuban Style Sandwich Flavored Potato Chips – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer I know these aren’t Lay’s, but you can’t eat just one… This trend into trying to make chips imitate the flavors of iconic foods intrigues me. Chip makers have now gone way beyond flavor combinations like Mesquite BBQ, sour cream & onion, sea salt & vinegar, cheddar or jalapeno offerings… Screw the […]
Poultry Carb Count: Chicken and Turkey meats are USUALLY carb-free – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer I used to look up carb counts on the internet or read the packaging for each and every food item I prepared and ate. When putting something on the grill or in a frying pan for example, I would read the packaging or look on the internet for the serving size and […]
Another Fast Food Challenge: Who Makes the Best Fish Sandwich? – Day 1, lunch – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer Burgers, chicken nuggets, pizza, tacos…… What are you supposed to eat when none of the above sounds good? A crispy fish sandwich of course! But which fast food joint makes the best fish sandwich? In the name of ‘food science’ (a’hem, cough), I’ll be sampling fish sandwiches from all the national fast […]
Yoder Meats – Wichita – Bachelor on the Cheap
Whole Foods Market – Wichita Best in Wichita Metro Burger Challenge 2022: How does Southeast Carryout rate? Yoder Meats offers custom meat processing, award winning smoked meats, cheeses and exotic meats. We have a wonderful assortment of gift baskets & boxes. Our retail store and gift shop are full of unique and homemade products that […]
A “Who makes the best fish sandwich in Wichita?” Challenge – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer Who makes the best fish sandwich in Wichita? Back in 2018 I wrote an article on this topic – Who has the best fish sandwich in fast food? – and you can read that article of “worst to first” fish sandwiches using the link down below. But it’s been four years since […]
Drink Review: Jim Beam Honey Whiskey – Bachelor on the Cheap
By Mike Thayer It’s been awhile since I’ve done a flavored whiskey drink review! Blended and flavored whiskeys are red hot right now, consumer demand for brown spirits continues to rise with American Whiskey in particular seeing some phenomenal sales growth. Regular readers know that I am a fan of flavored whiskey, I’ve always got […]
Super Bowl Watch Party Prepping on the Cheap – Bachelor on the Cheap
Bachelor on the Cheap A picnic basket is a festive, space saving way to put plates and plasticware out for a grilling themed party! Thanks Diane! Throwing a party can be stressful and no, I’m not talking about the impromptu kind of party where you have some buddies over to watch the big game and […]





Food & Drink, Reviews – Bachelor on the Cheap
Sausage, egg & cheese croissant sandwich battle BachelorontheCheap.com Breakfast sandwich against breakfast sandwich, name brand vs. discount brand, who makes the better sausage, egg & cheese croissant sandwich? I look forward to having breakfast every morning, but I’m not talking about a simple bowl of cold cereal or sugar-loaded donuts. Bagels and cream cheese? Nope. […]