Over the years, I’ve learned that food can make or break an event. I’ve seen peace offerings in the form of blueberry muffins win over even the hardest hearts and disgusting concoctions create long line-ups to the john.

With people leading more active or busier lifestyles, it can be increasingly difficult to find time to prepare the dishes of our dreams. And of course, some of us (myself included) just don’t have enough experience or the know-how. (Hey, I can’t save the world from the patriarchy and slave away in the kitchen simultaneously.)

Even if you have the time, who doesn’t like to sit back and enjoy a meal prepared by someone else now and then?

Think about succulent, grilled-to-perfection steaks topped with mouth-watering spices and fresh lobster squirted with lemon juice. Now imagine a summer-fresh salad with broccoli, orange and yellow peppers, pasta spirals, and red onions – all topped with zesty Italian dressing.

(It’s okay. You can take a minute to wipe the drool off your keyboard.)

No matter if you have a preference for spicy Thai noodles, flavorful Italian ravioli, Indian curry dishes, or hot Caribbean food, Restaurant.com makes your culinary fantasies come true. Until July 31, use the coupon to get $25 Restaurant.com gift certificates for just $3 during the 70% Off Sale!

Save a bundle of cash at your favorite places and along the way, you’ll probably discover new ones. Heck, maybe this time you’ll be brave enough to try something exotic like frog legs, shark fins, snails, rabbits, and snakes!

When I was growing up as a kid, my father would always tell me that nothing in life is free. Well, I hate to say it, but…Dad, you were wrong. Kohl’s provides free standard shipping when you spend at least $75 and use the coupon! But you have to hurry to take advantage of this deal because it’s for two days only – July 24th and 25th.

So make a checklist of all the things you need and aside from grocery, get all your shopping done at the same place. Kohl’s has everything from Hoover vacuum cleaners and Sketchers sneakers to KitchenAid heavy duty stand mixers and Croft & Barrow hoop earrings. You’ll also find apparel for women, men, and kids of all ages.

Here are some neat items I came across that are all applicable for the offer:

• Fender Guitar Foiled Tee – Rock out in this jazzed-up top with pink-foil detailing
• Lee Sanded Loose-Fit Big & Tall Jeans – Never again dress like you’re waiting for a flood
• KitchenAid Gourmet Distinctions 10-pc. Cookware Set – With the proper equipment, you could survive Hell’s Kitchen
• KAS Dallas Pillow – With silver sequins, it’s like a disco ball in a cushion

Don’t wait for spring before you spruce up your home and your wardrobe. Get it from Kohl’s and save on shipping.

Are you wondering why no one is taking you out to the ball game? Your outdated gear may be to blame. The competition can really heat up, but why are you still celebrating the Atlanta Braves’ 1991 World Series victory with a tattered t-shirt and faded jeans?

Don’t get me wrong. It’s great to commemorate the glory days of yesteryear, but do it in style. Leave the striking out for the players on the opposing team who hang their heads as they shuffle back to the bleachers.

Thanks to MLB.com coupons, you can cheer on your favorite heavy hitters in new fan gear. And remember special moments in baseball history with unique memorabilia such as autographed baseballs, jerseys, and framed photos. Until July 31, use the coupon to get 15% off orders of $125 or more!

Don’t be a dingbat, swing one or present it in a display case. Get nostalgic with the Cooperstown Collection jerseys. Take rivals’ advice to put a lid on it with an adjustable cap. Throw a curveball at screwballs.

As true fans, step up to the plate and celebrate everything about the sport. Abbott and Costello made light of a baseball situation with Who’s On First and Jack Norworth penned the famous 1908 song, Take Me Out to the Ball Game!

Of course with the good and the bad, comes the ugly. Remember how Izzy Alcántara received a 7-game suspension after he kicked catcher Jeremy Slazar in the face?

Then there was also the time when outfielders Mike Cameron and Carlo Beltrán didn’t call the pop-up ball in a 2005 game. It resulted in broken cheekbones, a concussion, and a case of vertigo.

Recall all the baseball highlights and the shockers of the century when you have the fan gear and memorabilia from MLB.

National Tequila Day – Grab the salt, suck back a lemon and make One Tequila, Two Tequila, Three Tequila, FLOOR your motto. OK, Tuesday may not be the best day to throw ‘em back, but this day is just as worthy of celebration as… as… Christmas!

Pop a Wheelie Day – While popping wheelies may be considered basic, it’s still a classic. And it still impresses me… my “stunt” is biking with 1 hand =/ But now, in honor of Pop a Wheelie Day, Dick’s Sporting Goods offers 10% off all biking gear. Save on Columbia bikes, OnGuard bike locks & more. Get your gear and go impress those ladies (or gents)!

National Drive-Thru Day – Nothing to do on a Tuesday night? Why not hit every drive-thru you know just to wish the employees a Happy National Drive-Thru Day. Warning: they may have no idea what you’re talking about, so you might want to order something.

Cousins Day – You may only see your cousins on major holidays, but that doesn’t mean you can’t let them know you think of them. If you want to get them something cool, try a personalized picture frame, engraved with your names or a fun memory you share. All frames are on sale for 20% off at Personal Creations.

Other July 24th Holidays -

• Tell an Old Joke Day
• Festival of St. Eloi
• Jilwalla Jinks’ Jamboree
• Feast of the Trickster of Liberty