Unfortunately, a temporary setback in paychecks is keeping me from buying the food to write about, so I decided to stave off boredom at Derek's behest by entering a short summary of How I Managed To Live On The Streets Of Las Vegas For A Long Time With No Money Whatsoever.
Winchells. They throw out their old donuts in the late hours. This is a good way to get free stale donuts.
Starbucks. They throw out their old pastries every night when they close. Since they use better ingredients than Winchells, the food is much better. Also, espresso brownies give you the boost you need to panhandle in front of major grocery stores until late the next morning (hint: look for struggling single women and give them the bus fare schtick. More often than not, this can net you five bucks worth of burritos).
Slots-A-Fun. Free popcorn once with each shift change can net you four baggies of intense sodium and some much needed roughage.
With any luck, I'll have money soon and therefore be able to get back to ingredient cookery. Until then, au revoir.