Frugal Family

The Best Prices in Marlborough and a Valentines Craft

Find the right price for breakfast staples and a Valentine's centerpiece idea!

Marlborough families have many  grocery shopping choices and many opportunities to save money. Within the past year a new supermarket chain has opened a store in our area and our local big box stores have now started offering fresh groceries.  The drug stores also sell grocery items. With all this abundance comes the need to shop very carefully and understand prices. On Monday I took a ride to the larger stores near my home to find out what the prices are this week for the breakfast staples that my family enjoys. The stores I visited were Hannaford, Target and Price Chopper in Marlborough and Walmart in Hudson. Below are my findings. I realize that not everyone would choose to buy these items, especially if you have a food allergy or a …

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Josh Gray

4:18 pm on Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Thanks for the clarification, Jason.   more ›

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5 Valentines Day Gift Ideas You Can Find Locally

Whether you're staying in or going out in Marlborough this year, these gifts are sure to make your Valentine happy.

1. Guys, what could be better for your better-half than some pampering? Stop by Serene-Scape sometime this week.  2. Allora Ristorante is taking reservations for Valentines Day dinner. Choose from the specials on the night's full menu or order your favorite go-to dish. 3. Ladies, is your best guy difficult to buy for? Try a Jack Black Shave-in-a-Bag which includes three shaving products. It's $52 at Sephora inside JCPenney. 4. Sticking with a traditional favorite? You can pick up a 6-Stem "Peckoubo/Movie Star" Combo Rose Bunch at Price Chopper for $14.99 with your AdvantEDGE card through Saturday, Feb. 11. You can also place a floral order through Price Chopper's partner www.myfloralplace.com. 5. Are you opting to stay in? Chances are your…

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A Cake (and More) for Every Occasion

BellaCakes can make you a custom cake, but that's not all.

When you walk into this cake boutique, you are immediately taken by its charm. The building was built in the late 1800's, has the original tin ceiling and the antique countertop is bursting with dreamy-looking treats. There are handmade truffles, cookies, brownies and the Cupcake of the Week just to name a few. This week's cupcake has a Superbowl flair: a golden beer cupcake topped with salted caramel buttercream and crushed pretzels. "I have regular customers who come in every week for a blondie brownie," said Kristen Livoti, owner and chef. BellaCakes will create a cake any way a customer desires and for any occasion whether it's a wedding, birthday, shower, etc. They also make pies and hold gingerbread-making classes around the holidays…

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