Eating out can be an expensive business. Costs can rise fast as you add extras onto your order, leaving you potentially over your budget at the end of the meal. If you choose a reasonably priced restaurant and calculate the total cost before you order, you can keep the surprise bills at bay,  but h...

Deciding how much money to budget for food is a personal decision, but there are some guidelines you can follow to help you in making a decision about your own budget. Before getting started, you may find it helpful to gather some historical information, including receipts or credit card statements ...

About 20 percent of the average American’s annual grocery bill goes toward fresh vegetables and fruit, according to The Food Institute’s Demographics of Consumer Food Spending. And, for good reason. The federal government’s MyPlate, a reminder for healthy eating, recommends we eat as much as t...