There's always joy when you return home from the grocery store and your bill isn't as high as expected, but what really makes a happy and economical kitchen is a change of mindset — not necessarily just shopping habits. More

Budget Wine: 2010 Burgáns Albariño
Region: Rías Baixas, Spain
Average Price: $13

I love Albariño. I have recommended this wine before, but it is such a great value, versatile wine, and we so enjoyed this Burgáns last night with dinner, that I needed to give it a shout out again.

The Albariño grape comes from Rías Baixas, the beautiful, rugged, northwestern coastal region of Galicia in Spain. Albariño wines have become very popular in the United States. Why? Firstly they are delicious and incredibly versatile at the table. They are also perfect for sipping as an apéritif. More

Thanks to Kitchn reader Loi for sharing her sweet kitchen facelift with us! It's always inspiring to see creative kitchen solutions from readers. More

What's better than getting a homemade gift for Valentine's Day? If you're planning on baking this year, here are some simple DIY gift wrap ideas for your tasty treats: More

I first spotted these labeled chalkboard cupboards last year on Apartment Therapy, where they sparked a spirited discussion. Some people loved the quirky charm, others hated the hipster vibe, while a few even questioned the practicality of using chalk in the kitchen (chalk dust and all). What do you think? More

In my perfect dream world, I would live close to a good, not-too-fancy winery where I could stop by every week or so to fill up a few glass bottles of wine from a large communal casket. This would be my everyday house wine, the wine I would drink while making dinner, as well as serve on all but the most elaborate of occasions. A good, decent wine that doesn't cost a bundle, with the recycling of the bottles and the visit to the winery an added bonus.

This situation doesn't (currently) exist but I've come up with a substitute that will get me by in the meantime: Big House Red (or White) Box Wine. More

Happy New Year! The holidays are over. It is January, a month much associated with cutting back and shopping more wisely. Still love your wine? Read on for some great wine shopping tips to help you find the best deals, and save a few dollars. More

The Kitchn's readers and writers shared so many valuable tips for frugal cooking and shopping this year that we've gathered them up in one handy post. Check out the links below for ways to save money, reduce food waste, and entertain on a budget.

• 1 Danny Seo's 5 Tips for Saving Money at the Organic Grocery
• 2 Why You Should Invest in Cheap Wine
• 3 How Can I Save Money or Find Coupons for Healthy Foods?
• 4 It's True! Farmers Markets Are Cheaper Than Supermarkets
• 5 5 Ways To Throw a Party Without Blowing Your Budget More

Look at this handsome reusable stainless steel straw — my friend Rachel and her husband made them at home with inexpensive materials and tools and show you how to do the same. More

When money and storage space are tight, buying a new kitchen gadget like a food mill or a pressure cooker is never an easy decision. Will it take up too much space? Will you use it enough to justify the price? What if you want to try it out first? A neighborhood in Portland is working on a smart solution to this problem: a community kitchen tool library. More