Discount dinnerware
Reader Sid writes that he recently came across the Gibson USA factory outlet store in Commerce near the Citadel Outlets. He says "this is a HUGE company that supplies most of the dinnerware to Wal-Mart, Target and many other retailers. Not only do they have tons of dinnerware in both open stock and sets at great prices, they've got flatware, glasses, fine china and some great chatckes for your pad!" Sid saw a 16-piece stoneware set for $15 that retails around $30 and says shopping there is like going to Big Lots because you never know what you're going to find.
Unfortunately, the outlet is closed on weekends. Visit them at 2410 Yates Ave. in Commerce. Hours are Mon to Fri 9 to 4:30. (323) 832-8900 x1144. Thanks, Sid!



A while back (near the holidays) you had information about buying discounted meals at some popular/expensive restaurants (like Morton's, for example).
Is that still available?
Evelyn,
I think you may be talking about a coupon code for buying gift certificates through Restaurant.com, but I'm not sure. Enter the word "restaurant" into the search box on the left hand corner of the blog and you can browse related entries to find the one you are looking for. Hope this helps!
~Julia