The Frugal Foodies
Feeding an Empty Belly and Starving Mind
The Mission
A fully satiated life doesn’t need to break the bank. You can eat amazing food, travel to dream destinations, and grow as a person while keeping your savings account intact. From scoring cheap brunch in NYC to the best waterfalls in Queensland, Australia to free food for thought on the meaning of life, The Frugal Foodies is your go-to guide for it all!
Hi! I'm Katie!
I have an insatiable hunger for new ideas, exciting experiences, and outrageously delicious food. My life path has been anything but predictable. Since graduating from George Mason University in 2015, I’ve traveled the world as a professional dancer, hustled through the gig economy of New York City, have worked every odd job in the book. The Frugal Foodies is my outlet for sharing my adventures, and a chance to show that you can pursue your dreams, eat great food, and see the world on a shoestring budget. Enjoy!
Hi! I'm Katie!
I have an insatiable hunger for new ideas, exciting experiences, and outrageously delicious food. My life path has been anything but predictable. Since graduating from George Mason University in 2015, I’ve traveled the world as a professional dancer, hustled through the gig economy of New York City, have worked every odd job in the book. The Frugal Foodies is my outlet for sharing my adventures, and a chance to show that you can pursue your dreams, eat great food, and see the world on a shoestring budget. Enjoy!
Meet Jeremy!
The Man Behind the Lens
Jeremy is my partner in crime through all the culinary and cultural experiences. He is a skilled photographer and has worked in the tourism industry for a decade and counting. We met while working on a cruise ship in Asia in 2018, and have been experiencing the world together every since!
Meet Jeremy!
The Man Behind the Lens
Jeremy is my partner in crime through all the culinary and cultural experiences. He is a skilled photographer and has worked in the tourism industry for a decade and counting. We met while working on a cruise ship in Asia in 2018, and have been experiencing the world together every since!
The Blog!
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- Asia Travel
- Australia
- Australia Eats
- Chew on This
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- Eats
- Foodie Showdowns
- Frugal Tips
- Fun Food Facts
- Gig Stories
- Gig Tips
- Gig World
- Home Cooked
- Mexico
- Miscellaneous Adventures
- New Jersey Eats
- New York Eats
- New York Moment
- Restaurant Reviews
- Side Jobs
- Thought
- Travel
- Travel Tips
- Uncategorized
- USA Eats
- USA Travel
- Van Life
- Zaandam
I was financially irresponsible last week. Get the verdict of if these $9 sweet treats in NYC were worth the cost!
Thea is a bakery in Fort Greene serving up unique flavors for fair prices. Here's the low-down on everything we tried.
A new foodie destination has opened in Queens: The Long Island City Food Hall! Get the scoop on what I tried here!
Did you know there's a massive Chinatown in Brooklyn? Come with me on a Sunset Park food crawl to get a taste of the neighborhood.
You don't have to look too far to find doughnuts in Vancouver. But which are worth it? Here are 4 that shouldn't be missed!
Skagway eats can set you back a pretty penny. Luckily, I think I've found the best bang for your buck meal in town...
I've been searching for the best cinnamon rolls in Alaska that you can get on an Alaskan cruise. My findings are ready to be shared...
Looking for epic Vancouver sandwiches that'll send your taste buds into oblivion? I've found 3 spots to add to your foodie list!
Looking for some za on your upcoming Alaskan cruise? I've got you covered with this guide to Alaska cruise port pizza!
There are some stellar cookies in Alaska that simply cannot be missed when going on an Alaskan cruise. Get my insider scoop on the best ones!
When comparing Montreal vs New York style bagels, what's the difference? I did a deep dive in this bagel showdown.
Burger Queen serves up the best burgers in Ketchikan, Alaska. Get the scoop on why this spot is a favorite among crew and locals here.