We all like to indulge in 'the finer things in life' from time to time. Eating out at restaurants and/or getting takeaways are just two of the ways we can do this. However, fine dining often comes at a cost - a cost that many of us simply can't afford.
Nevertheless, having an enjoyable meal doesn't have to cost you a small fortune - so to help you enjoy your food without spending too much of your money, here's a selection of useful money-saving recipes provided by the head chef at Think Money, Mark McGinley.
Mr McGinley, originally from Gweedore in County Donegal, has 20 years' experience as a chef, so rest assured that these recipes will appeal to your stomach every bit as much as your budget.