Enjoy a $25 meal for $3

Have you ever tried buying your dinner gift certificate online? It's easy and during these hard times it's a great way to save a bundle and still go out to eat. Go to http://www.restaurant.com/ to find a participating restaurant in your area by entering your zip code or state. After you get to the page you can refine the area of coverage from one to 30 miles.

After you make a selection, enter the discount code PALATE at checkout. You will get a $25 gift certificate for $3. This offer ends Monday, Aug. 24.

This service can be useful for gifts, and trips as well.

Bon appetite.