Enjoying Mardi Gras!
So today is Shrove Tuesday – also known as Fat Tuesday and Mardi Gras. Mardi Gras is most celebrated in New Orleans, and their celebrations reach a grand scale every year, but it’s also celebrated by lots of people around the world before Ash Wednesday and is seen as a way to indulge before the […]
Qmee recipes – healthy chicken Madras
Everyone loves a cheeky takeaway now and again, but we all know how unhealthy they can be – so it’s time to ditch the takeaway menu and make your own delicious, home-cooked style takeaway instead! This week, we’ve chosen a wonderful Indian dish that’s perfect for the whole family. This chicken Madras is really healthy, […]
Qmee recipes – white chocolate & raspberry tart for Valentine’s Day
As Valentine’s Day is only a couple of days away, we’ve chosen a great recipe for a dessert to end your special evening with your loved one. So why not try this stunning white chocolate tart – sprinkle with freeze-dried raspberry dust to make it extra special! Take a look at the ingredients and method […]
How to get your survey profile to 100% complete
So you’ve answered all the available questions on your survey profile, but you’re still only at 75% complete – huh?! Surely you should now be at 100%, right? Well, not if there’s still questions you need to answer! Once you’ve filled out your survey profile with the main information, extra profile questions pop up now […]
Celebrating Valentine’s Day whilst saving money
We’re five days in to February which means Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! The most romantic day of the year is just over two weeks away and the pressure of doing something wonderful on the 14th for our other half is building. But does doing something wonderful always mean having to spend lots of […]
Qmee recipes – easy chocolate molten cakes
Looking to bake an impressive dinner party dessert with minimum fuss? Well these chocolate puddings, also known as chocolate fondant or lava cake, have a lovely gooey centre and, served with single cream, are a delicious end to any dinner! Take a look at the ingredients and method below. 100g butter, plus extra to grease […]
Celebrating Australia Day (on a budget!)
Did you know it’s Australia Day in a few days’ time? (Yipee!). We’re sure our Australian Qmee users will know! But some of our British, American and Canadian users may also know too. If you aren’t sure what Australia Day is, let us fill you in – the day is a national public holiday that […]
How to save money throughout January
January is often a hard month for many people when it comes to money – a lot is often spent during December because of the Holidays and New Year, so then there’s less to spend when January comes around. But, every month of the year offers a unique opportunity to save money and January is […]
Qmee recipes – beef and vegetable casserole
It’s the start of a brand new year, which means we’ve got some brand new Qmee recipes lined up for you! Our first recipe for 2019 is a for a traditional braised beef and vegetable stew with thick, rich gravy – an ideal recipe for cheap cuts as slow-cooking guarantees a tender dish. Take a look […]
Money saving ideas for 2019
Now that 2019 has arrived, and it’s the second day of a brand new year, what better time than to start thinking about your finances and saving money this year! The festivities and holiday season are finished, and it’s back to work and reality. This might not sound like much fun, but thinking about your […]
Christmas gift ideas that won’t break the bank
There’s only 1 week to go until Christmas day so we’re sure many of you have finished your holiday shopping by now. You may even have everything under the tree and beautifully wrapped too! However, there are some people who often leave their gift buying to the last minute and it’s those people we’re here […]
Saving money when shopping for Christmas
It’s finally here! The advent calendars are open, the trees are going up and the wreaths are on the front doors… December has arrived! That means Christmas is just around the corner. Whether you’re a big fan of Christmas or a bit of a Grinch, the fact is there’s only three weeks left to get […]
Saving money on Cyber Monday
After Black Friday (which is only 3 days away!), Cyber Monday is the perfect time for you to take advantage of some huge discounts on tech gadgets. On Monday 26th November, you just need to fire up your web browsers and start shopping! The focus on Black Friday is usually on both high street stores […]
The best things to buy on Black Friday
Black Friday, the biggest sale of the year, is just over a week away – the day itself is November 23rd, and if you haven’t started your Christmas shopping yet, now is the time to! To make the most out of the huge savings available in the run up to Black Friday (and the even […]
Enjoying Halloween on a budget
There’s just over a week to go until Halloween and things have started to get spooky! Decorations are going up, treats are being brought, baked and prepared for the ‘trick or treaters’, and pumpkins are being carved. Have you made your plans for the 31st yet? No? Well, don’t panic! Everyone wants to have fun on […]
How to give meaningful gifts without breaking the bank
Our friends at Activity Superstore have sent this great post over for our blog this week. Take a look below… We give gifts to show our affection for others, to build relationships, to help others or to get something in return. The more you think about it, the clearer it becomes that the gifts we […]
Top 10 tips for budgeting whilst young
Youth is seen as a carefree time by some people. But if you’re under 25, then you will know that life can be packed with pressure, especially of the financial kind. From rising rents to expensive eats, the need to start budgeting properly has never been more important. But it’s not an easy thing to […]
Saving money during fall
For our UK, US and Canadian Qmee users, the month of September means the start of the fall season. The temperatures are dropping, the leaves are changing color, and Halloween and Bonfire Night are just around the corner – it’s safe to say summer is officially over in many places! Many people will be unhappy […]
Getting ready for going back to school
The start of September in the UK, US and Canada means only one thing for our Qmee users who are students in these countries: it’s back to school time! After spending the summer having fun on vacation/holiday and relaxing with friends, it can be hard to get back in to the fast pace of school […]
Father’s Day in Australia – tips for saving cash
You may not know (unless you’re one of our Australian Qmee users!) that Sunday 2nd September is Father’s Day in the wonderful country of Australia. Our Dads are our heroes so it’s the perfect time to show them how much we love them and thank them for all the great things they do for us. […]