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Scottish Sun
26-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
Four savvy ways to cut the cost of your next dinner party
Scroll for a makeup deal where you can save over £10 on nail lacquer SUN SAVERS Four savvy ways to cut the cost of your next dinner party ARE you prepping for your dinner party? Rising supermarket prices have made it up to 91 per cent more expensive to host for a group compared to dining out and splitting the bill, according to research by TheFork. Advertisement But these tips will help you to stay within budget. COCKTAIL CONTROL: Instead of trying to cater to everyone's drink preferences, and spending a fortune on wine, spirits and mixers, pick one cocktail for the menu. Whip up one big-batch tipple, such as Aperol spritz using Aldi Aperini, £6.79, and ask guests to bring a bottle if they fancy something else. NAB A NIBBLE: Ditch pricey canapes for bargain freezer and store-cupboard items. Advertisement Iceland sell frozen canape platter packs such as 38 tempura rolls or a 1.2kg Indian platter of snacks, both £6, and at Lidl it's summer picnic week, so pick up a fancy jar of olives for £1.69. Arrange in pretty bowls around the table for guests to help themselves. PULSE POWER: When it comes to cooking the main dish, bulk it out. Lentils and pasta are great options, and lentils can be substituted for expensive meat in certain recipes. Advertisement A cheap and tasty dish to make is lentil bolognese or chickpea curry — the ingredients are low cost, but they will both keep bellies full. GET BREAD-Y: Side dishes can also help bulk out a main dinner dish. The clever online shopping method customers are using to get a cheeky discount, and it 'works every time' Everyone loves garlic bread, but instead of buying garlic baguettes, make your own showstopper of a giant focaccia, which will bring the wow factor. You need: 500g strong white bread flour, £1.30, a packet of Fast action yeast, £1.50, and 2tsp salt, olive oil from the cupboard and a few cloves of garlic, 89p, all Tesco. Advertisement Mix the dry ingredients in a bowl, then make a well and add 2tsp of olive oil and mix it together. Get a jug and fill with 400ml of water, adding a little at a time while bringing the dough together with your hands before leaving to prove. When baked, cut into small squares or fingers to make it go further and arrange on small plates around the table. All prices on page correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability 7 These tips will help you to stay within budget for your next dinner party Credit: Getty Advertisement Deal of the day 7 Save £30 on the Vax SpotWash Home Pet-Design carpet cleaner Credit: Supplied MARKS will disappear in a flash with the Vax SpotWash Home Pet-Design carpet cleaner, previously £199.99, now £119.99, at You will also get a free stain removal kit worth £30. SAVE: £80 Advertisement Cheap treat 7 Save more than a tenner on this Opi nail lacquer Credit: Supplied PAMPER yourself with a manicure at home and use the Opi nail lacquer in How Does Your Zen Garden Grow?, RRP £14.90, now £4 at poundland. SAVE: £10.90 What's new? JOIN the Toolstation Club for free and enjoy a 33 per cent discount on drinks at O'Neill's pubs every weekday between 3-7pm. You can also claim a free Vision Express eye test. Sign up at Top swap 7 This stylish herringbone picnic blanket is £14 at M&S Credit: Supplied Advertisement 7 This Home Bargains version is just £4.99 Credit: Supplied HEADING for lunch al fresco? This stylish herringbone picnic blanket is £14 at M&S, but head to Home Bargains for a similar style at just £4.99. SAVE: £9.01 Advertisement Little helper DISNEY'S Lilo & Stitch movie is now in cinemas. Celebrate with the Lilo & Stitch stationery collection at The Range. This A5 notepad was £3.49, now down to 72p. Shop and save 7 Save £4 on this cool rainbow LED lamp from Dunelm Credit: Supplied BRING some colour and joy into your life with this cool rainbow LED lamp, usually £20, now £16 at Dunelm. SAVE: £4 Hot right now GET down to Superdrug to grab selected Garnier Ambre Solaire suncare and skincare products for half-price. PLAY NOW TO WIN £200 7 Join thousands of readers taking part in The Sun Raffle Advertisement JOIN thousands of readers taking part in The Sun Raffle. Every month we're giving away £100 to 250 lucky readers - whether you're saving up or just in need of some extra cash, The Sun could have you covered. Every Sun Savers code entered equals one Raffle ticket. The more codes you enter, the more tickets you'll earn and the more chance you will have of winning!
The Sun
26-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Four savvy ways to cut the cost of your next dinner party
ARE you prepping for your dinner party? Rising supermarket prices have made it up to 91 per cent more expensive to host for a group compared to dining out and splitting the bill, according to research by TheFork. But these tips will help you to stay within budget. COCKTAIL CONTROL: Instead of trying to cater to everyone's drink preferences, and spending a fortune on wine, spirits and mixers, pick one cocktail for the menu. Whip up one big-batch tipple, such as Aperol spritz using Aldi Aperini, £6.79, and ask guests to bring a bottle if they fancy something else. NAB A NIBBLE: Ditch pricey canapes for bargain freezer and store-cupboard items. Iceland sell frozen canape platter packs such as 38 tempura rolls or a 1.2kg Indian platter of snacks, both £6, and at Lidl it's summer picnic week, so pick up a fancy jar of olives for £1.69. Arrange in pretty bowls around the table for guests to help themselves. PULSE POWER: When it comes to cooking the main dish, bulk it out. Lentils and pasta are great options, and lentils can be substituted for expensive meat in certain recipes. A cheap and tasty dish to make is lentil bolognese or chickpea curry — the ingredients are low cost, but they will both keep bellies full. GET BREAD-Y: S ide dishes can also help bulk out a main dinner dish. The clever online shopping method customers are using to get a cheeky discount, and it 'works every time' Everyone loves garlic bread, but instead of buying garlic baguettes, make your own showstopper of a giant focaccia, which will bring the wow factor. You need: 500g strong white bread flour, £1.30, a packet of Fast action yeast, £1.50, and 2tsp salt, olive oil from the cupboard and a few cloves of garlic, 89p, all Tesco. Mix the dry ingredients in a bowl, then make a well and add 2tsp of olive oil and mix it together. Get a jug and fill with 400ml of water, adding a little at a time while bringing the dough together with your hands before leaving to prove. When baked, cut into small squares or fingers to make it go further and arrange on small plates around the table. All prices on page correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability 7 Deal of the day MARKS will disappear in a flash with the Vax SpotWash Home Pet-Design carpet cleaner, previously £199.99, now £119.99, at You will also get a free stain removal kit worth £30. SAVE: £80 Cheap treat PAMPER yourself with a manicure at home and use the Opi nail lacquer in How Does Your Zen Garden Grow?, RRP £14.90, now £4 at poundland. Top swap HEADING for lunch al fresco? This stylish herringbone picnic blanket is £14 at M&S, but head to Home Bargains for a similar style at just £4.99. SAVE: £9.01 Little helper DISNEY'S Lilo & Stitch movie is now in cinemas. Celebrate with the Lilo & Stitch stationery collection at The Range. This A5 notepad was £3.49, now down to 72p. Shop and save BRING some colour and joy into your life with this cool rainbow LED lamp, usually £20, now £16 at Dunelm. PLAY NOW TO WIN £200 7 JOIN thousands of readers taking part in The Sun Raffle. Every month we're giving away £100 to 250 lucky readers - whether you're saving up or just in need of some extra cash, The Sun could have you covered. Every Sun Savers code entered equals one Raffle ticket. The more codes you enter, the more tickets you'll earn and the more chance you will have of winning!
Local Italy
16-05-2025
- Business
- Local Italy
Seven apps to save you money on daily life in Italy
Whether you're enjoying a cappuccino in a piazza or tackling your grocery list, everyday costs in Italy can quickly add up. Thankfully, technology can make managing your finances simpler, and there are a number of apps around which are designed specifically to help you save. Some of these suggestions are specific to Italy, while others may also be used internationally. From tracking your expenses to finding discounts, these seven apps can help make life in Italy a little more affordable. Photo by Piero CRUCIATTI / AFP Even small savings at the pump can make a big difference over time. The Prezzi Benzina app helps you locate the cheapest prices at gas stations nearby. Based on real-time user reports, the app displays updated prices for petrol, LPG and methane. Just enter your location and compare stations nearby to get the best deal before you fill up. DoveConviene For anyone looking to cut down on grocery bills, DoveConviene can be used to scout the best deals in your area. The app uses geolocation to show you current flyers and offers from local supermarkets and retail chains. You can create a digital shopping list that calculates how much you'll save based on active promotions. It's a simple but powerful way to plan ahead and avoid overspending at the store. The Fork You might already be familiar with The Fork, a restaurant reservation app that offers discounts of 20 to 50 percent at participating eateries. It is widely used in Italy. You can browse menus, reserve a table directly and pay your bill through the app, plus, every booking earns you 'yums', a rewards system that turns into vouchers worth €20 or €50 at selected restaurants. Too Good To Go Too Good To Go is designed to fight food waste while saving money, by allowing you to buy unsold food from bakeries, restaurants, supermarkets and cafés at a reduced price. Participating businesses offer 'magic bags' of food that would otherwise be thrown away, and users can reserve and pay directly through the app. HYPE HYPE is an all-in-one online account that acts as both a payment method and a personal finance manager. The app offers a built-in IBAN, virtual and physical cards and compatibility with online and in-store payments, as well as cashback at over 900 online stores and includes goal-setting features that let you save specific amounts over time, turning your smartphone into a digital piggy bank. You can also monitor your income and spending, send and receive money, pay bills and more, all from the same platform. Monefy For those who like a hands-on approach to budgeting, Monefy is an easy-to-use expense tracking app that helps you categorise your purchases and monitor where your money goes. Whether it's groceries, rent, transportation or entertainment, Monefy lets you customise expense categories and payment methods for a clear picture of your financial habits. It generates useful reports based on the data you enter, making it easier to plan your budget and stick to it. Tricount If you're sharing expenses with friends or housemates, Tricount is a practical solution for managing group spending, especially during trips or shared living situations. Users can create a shared expense list where each participant logs what they've paid for, and the app automatically calculates how much everyone owes. It also offers a free credit card option, with purchases tracked directly in the app.
Scotsman
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
The 15 most booked Edinburgh restaurants in the last 12 months named by TheFork
There are plenty of amazing restaurants to visit in Edinburgh, serving up a wide variety of cuisines. But according to restaurant booking platform TheFork, there are a select few in Scotland's capital which stand out, as they are the most booked in the city. Data from TheFork not only revealed Edinburgh's most popular restaurants over the last year, it also showed the five most-booked types of cuisine were Scottish, British, Italian, Mediterranean, European. Take a look through our photo gallery to see the 15 most booked Edinburgh restaurants in the last 12 months. 1 . The 15 most booked Edinburgh restaurants Take a look through our gallery to see the most booked Edinburgh restaurants in the last 12 months. Photo: Pixabay Photo: Pixabay Photo Sales 2 . Hot Toddy - 1st most booked Address: 15-19 Jeffrey Street, Edinburgh EH1 1DR. Photo: Hot Toddy Photo Sales 3 . Gaucho - 2nd most booked Address: 4a St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH2 2BD Photo: Gaucho Photo Sales 4 . Miro's Cantina Mexicana - 3rd most booked Address: 184 Rose Street, Edinburgh EH2 4BA. Photo: Miro's Cantina Mexicana Photo Sales Related topics: EdinburghDataScotlandRestaurantsFood
