Here is the plan:

One restaurant we find ourselves drawn to repeatedly–because it’s scrummy and because it’s not breaking our budget–is J. It’s not fancy but I love love love the pizzas and they have a two for one offer on mains (pizza, pasta, etc) in the evenings that makes it a great value. Last Friday we shared a bottle of wine, two filling pizzas and a tiramisu and it came to £34 before tip–not too bad.

My one suggestion is no matter how much you think you like spicy pizza, think twice before ordering J’s version of the American Hot (I can’t remember the name). They are generous with the Bird’s Eye Chilies and you may find yourself, like I did, in tears!

J’s doesn’t have a website and a quick google search tells me there is at least one other location in Primrose Hill. The West Hampstead one is at 218 West End Lane. Here are some other reviews.

You can get a classic size takeaway cappucino, latte, americano or herbal tea.

Ahhh free coffee!

Thanks to Martin’s Money Tips for the tip!

Groupon features a daily deal on something to do, see or buy at an unbeatable price. If enough people sign up, you get the deal! It’s easy and it works really, really well. For example, today’s deal in Los Angeles was a 60 minute massage for $39 (Approx £26) – more than half off. You can sign up for Groupon London here.

Can’t stand the suspense and want to try group couponing NOW? Try Groupola.com from the founder of MyVoucherCodes.co.uk. It launched last month in eight UK cities and plans to expand. The model is the same. Today’s London deal is £45 for a West End show and a meal at a West End restaurant. Not too late to get in on it now!

My recommendation? Sign up for both sites and seeing what kind of deals they offer if they cover your area. It’s another great tool to add to your budget mum toolkit!

Everyone who attends the event at Hamleys Regent Street is asked to bake and bring a carriage and add it to the train. Children that take part will receive a Thomas the Tank goody for being Really Useful and will get to meet Fat Controller. Watch a video here to find out how to make your carriage, hosted by Jane Asher!

There will be loads of other free activities as well, including storytelling, screenings, workshops to make a Fat Controller and more, which continue throughout March.

The brand is ASDA’s own brand Little Angels New Arrival Newborn in size 1 and they ring in at 2.1p per nappy. Regular price is £3.75 for the package.

Word on the street is that you can get them both online and in store at that price.

Click here to get in on the action!

Thanks to Magic Freebies UK for the tip.

Some of the great offers include:

Huggies Super Dry Value Boxes
NOW £9 (was £11.98)

Pampers Baby Dry Jumbo Packs
2 for £18 – usually £10

Pampers Carry Packs (Baby Dry & Active Fit)
2 for £9 – usually £5.98

Huggies Pull Ups Carry Packs)
Save 1/3 – NOW £3.32 (was £4.98)

Johnsons Baby Wipes Fragrance Free 6-PK
£5 – Special Purchase

Selected Johnsons Baby Toiletries
£2 – (prices usually from £2.50)

Tesco Maternity Towels x 10
Save 1/3 – NOW 64p (was £0.96)

Tesco Ultra slim Breast Pads x 40
Save 1/3 – NOW £1.74 (was £2.61)

Tesco My Baby’s Muslin Squares x 6
Save 1/3 – NOW £3.20 (was £4.80)

Tommee Tippee Explora Cups and Tableware
2 for £5 – (prices usually from £2.88)

Organix 12month Snacks (15g)
3 for £1- usually £0.46

Cow & Gate Growing up milk (900g)
£5 – usually £6.96

Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream 400g
£5 – usually £6.39

Tommee Tippee Hygeine Plus Sangenic Nappy Disposal Bin
1/2 price – NOW £9.99 (was £19.99)

For more information please visit the Tesco Baby & Toddler Club.

The Co-operative Elmwood Fresh Chicken Stir Fry Strips 450g/ Somerfield Healthy Choice Chicken Stir Fry Strips 450g – £2.50

The Co-operative Healthy Living Tomato & Herb Pasta Sauce 500g – £0.50

The Co-operative Pasta Shapes 500g (Excluding Wholewheat) – £0.50

The Co-operative Reduced Fat Garlic Baguette 180g - £0.50

The Co-operative British Extra Large Boneless Pork Leg Joint (per kg)
Now £3.19 Was £6.39

The Co-operative Mandarins 800g
Now £1.50 Was £3.00

The Co-operative Fairtrade 99 Tea Bags 80’s 250g – £1.00

The Co-operative Fairtrade Hollow Milk Chocolate Bunny 150g
Now £3.20 Was £4.00

The Co-operative Fairtrade Pure Orange Juice 1ltr
Now £1.17 Was £1.47

Napolina Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1ltr
Now £2.50 Was £5.99

Veetee Dine In Microwave Rice Basmati/Pilau/ Long Grain 280/300g
Now £0.70 Was £1.75

Dairy Crest Clover Dairy Spread 500g
Now £0.87 Was £1.75

Nestlé Shredded Wheat Bite Size Biscuits 500g
Now £1.22 Was £2.45

Always Ultra/Wing Normal/Plus Towels 10’s/16’s
Now £1.00 Was £2.00

Flash Strongweave Lemon Wipes 60’s
Now £0.84 Was £1.69

The Co-operative Fresh 25 British Beef Meatballs 450g - £2.00

The Co-operative Italian Pasta Sauce 500g -  £0.66

The Co-operative Spaghetti 500g – £0.37

The Co-operative Garlic Baguette 380g – £0.97

The Co-operative Baking Potatoes 2.5kg
Now £1.00 Was £2.10

The Co-operative Raspberries 170g
Now £1.95 Was £4.00

The Co-operative Smoked/Unsmoked Gammon Joint 1.2kg
Now £5.00 Was £10.00

The Co-operative Scottish Smoked Salmon 180g
Now £2.99 Was £5.99

The Co-operative Fairtrade Roast & Ground Italian Coffee 227g
Now £1.52 Was £2.29

The Co-operative Stonebaked Margherita Pizza 295g
Now £1.39 Was £2.79

The Co-operative Italian Herb Salad 100g
Now £1.00 Was £1.50

The Co-operative Spinach 225g
Now £1.00 Was £1.50

Dolmio Stir-In Pasta Sauce 150g – £1.49

Cadbury Easter Eggs 173g – 190g - £3.00

Mackies Traditional Luxury Dairy Ice Cream 1ltr
Now £1.46 Was £2.99

Jamie Oliver Pesto 190g
Now £1.09 Was £2.29

Kellogg’s Rice Krispies 450g
Now £1.05 Was £2.39

Danone Activia Yogurt 8 x 125g
Now £1.40 Was £2.99

Dr Oetker Pizza 330 – 365g
Now £1.29 Was £2.69

Bertolli Olive Oil 500ml
Now £1.74 Was £3.49

Lily O’Brien Italian Chocolate Collection 165g
Now £3.00 Was £6.00

Young’s Smoked Salmon 200g
Now £2.99 Was £6.00

Muro Di Vino Montepulciano D’abruzzo/Pinot Grigio/Nero D’avola Rosato 75cl
Now £3.99 Was £7.99