Wednesday 30 October 2013

Free kids meal at Montana's Cookhouse

My daughter's third birthday is quickly approaching! Although birthday celebrations are supposed to be fun, I have this distinct memory last year of my daughter's birthday dinner. We went to The Pickle Barrel, she didn't touch her $7 meal and she wanted to pretend to be a puppy – I know, what an evening!

So I'm ecstatic to have received an email from Montana's Cookhouse for a free kids meal for my daughter's birthday! Well, if she acts up, at least dinner would be free for her, right?

All you have to do is click here, fill in the online form and press submit. You'll get an email sent to you!

Just note: the free offer is valid one week before and after your child's birthday.

Share your restaurant deals with other parents below.

Monday 21 October 2013

A family guide to the pros and cons of Chudleighs (Milton, Ont)


A few weekends ago, my husband and I decided to take our almost-three-year-old to an apple farm. We thought, why not try Chudleighs? It's close by and we were craving fresh apple pie. (C'mon, tis the season!)

Overall, we had a fantastic time. (My daughter asks to go back everyday!) However, I have to do my baby-savings duty and list both the pros and cons of Chudleighs.

Pros

1. The pony rides are decent!
They're $3 a pop, BUT you're not riding around a dinky circle. In fact, the pony rides are being conducted around a little trail - neat huh?

2. Lots of fun photo ops
Throughout the area there are retired tractors that kids can sit on and pretend to drive. (Here's your chance to take cute pics!)

3. Free tractor wagon rides
And what I like about these rides is that they're not too short, not too long - toddlers don't seem to get antsy on these (mine was A-OK and she loves to move!).

4. The petting farm has a variety of animals
There were horses, pigs, goats, chickens, bunnies, donkeys – I might be missing a few on this list. Point is, the petting farm is entertaining and very clean.  Not once did we step on animal poo. 

Alas, the cons...

1. Admission
Thank goodness we did our research because ... admission was $11 each if you're over the age of 4! I know, aiya! Phew, good thing my daughter's not "of age" yet. Which leads to the next con...

2. You still have to pay admission if you're just there to pick apples and not "play around." Um...enough said about this one.

3.The pies are pricey
We paid $10 for one fresh apple pie. However, I found out a few days later that my mom bought a fresh, same-sized apple pie at the Brampton, Ont. farm Al Ferri & Sons for approximately $4! 

Bottom line: Fun for the whole family, suitable for toddlers and young children – just be prepared to dish out cash.

Have you been to an apple farm this season? Which one is your fave and why? Post below.

Friday 11 October 2013

NEW! Gerber Arrowroot Biscuits coupon

Sure, arrowroot cookies are for babies and tots, but is there an adult who doesn't enjoy this cookie once in a blue moon?

That said, I just noticed that Save.ca has a $1-off coupon for Gerber Arrowroot Biscuits - click here to check it out.

And if you don't have a Save.ca account, take the minute to get one - it's worth it!

Now that xmas is around the corner, I'd love to know your thoughts on saving money. Do you save funds on decor, gifts or photos? How about greeting cards? Share your thoughts below.