Friday Freebies Full of Fun for Foodies (and more!)

Thank goodness it's Friday! What college student wouldn't enjoy a nice meal out this weekend?Between now and March 1st, head on over to Friday's and when you purchase one entree, you get one free with this coupon (not valid on Valentine's Day). (thanks for the tip, Marc!)

Beginning today, February 13th, through Monday February 16th, enjoy a complimentary breakfast at IKEA until 10:30 a.m. Click here and scroll down for more information. This offer is not valid at all locations. IKEA is known for serving a terrific breakfast.

It seems we are always celebrating something. As you well know, tomorrow is Valentine's Day. Also in February we have Abe's and George's birthdays, rolled into one big celebration this coming Monday on Presidents' Day. But did you know that even a pancake has its day? Well, it's true! February 24th is National Pancake Day. That was news to me. According to IHOP's (International House of Pancakes) website, this celebratory day also has some history. "Known also as Fat Tuesday or Mardi Gras, National Pancake Day dates back several centuries to when the English prepped for fasting during Lent. Strict rules prohibited the eating of all dairy products during Lent, so pancakes were made to use up the supply of eggs, milk, butter and other dairy products…hence the name Pancake Tuesday, or Shrove Tuesday." How's that for a little pancake trivia? The best part: On February 24th between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m., you can wander in to any IHOP for free pancakes. Check here for details.

Whole Foods is offering 10 lucky winners the chance to enjoy free flowers for a year. Enter once between now and March 4th.

This weekend Godiva is offering yet another in-store sampling - - this time, wrapped demitasse.

Wishing you a wonderful Valentine's Day! (And, remember.....call your mom!)