In the past there were foods that I considered "luxuries," but thanks to online purchasing, I can get many of my loves for a fraction of grocery store prices. This month's mega-deals (as rated by me) seem to revolve around the sweet stuff (tis' the season). I have just recently ordered the honey and maple syrup, and am attempting to hold off my temptations to buy the hot chocolate and candy, but may give in before month end! Okay, onto the deals and discounts ...

Coombs Organic Maple Syrup - Just $26.00 for 64 ounces of the pure stuff, delivered! Combine this month's 35% discount (use coupon code ) with Amazon's already discounted price, throw in the Subscribe & Save for 15% off and super-fast shipping (Subscribe & Save is free, and can be cancelled at anytime without loss of your discount). Head to the Coombs Sale to take advantage of this crazy deal! (Note: Amazon offered this deal last month, but it seems they have extended it through October 31, 2009)

Ambrosia Pure Honey - Just $11.77 for 64 ounces (4 lbs) of Ambrosia's Colorado gold. This raw and unfiltered honey is surprisingly smooth, flavorful, and mild. We fell in love with it immediately. To get this price, use the Subscribe & Save for 15% off and free (priority) shipping. See above notes for the safety and ease of Subscribe & Save.

We're not done yet! Keep reading for the dairy-free (and vegan) hot chocolate and candy dealios ...

Ghirardelli Hot Chocolate - Did you know that all four varieties of Ghirardelli's hot chocolate are dairy-free? Heavenly. Get 20% off this month without a hitch. No coupon code required. The discount is simply taken at checkout to make your price just $15.22 for 4 19-ounce canisters of Double Chocolate, Chocolate Mocha, or Chocolate Hazelnut hot chocolate (the White Mocha is just $14.34!). Order two 4-packs and get free shipping tossed in. (sale ends October 31, 2009)

YummyEarth - You can almost always count on YummyEarth deals whenever candy-oriented holidays roll around. These allergy-friendly lollipops and candies are organic, free from all of the top allergens (including corn), and are made without artificial colors or flavors. Get 5 lbs of Sour Apple Tart, Pomegranate Pucker, Mango Tango, TooBerry Blueberry, Googly Grape, Strawberry Smash, Very Very Cherry, and Wet-Face Watermelon lollipop gems for just $16.11. Order 2 bags and free shipping is included. Individually wrapped and ready for sharing in the classroom, in lunchboxes, and beyond. (sale ends October 31, 2009)

These are my top picks and purchases this month, but you can see all of the Amazon Deals on their Grocery Sales & Special Offers page.

Note: Amazon has been shipping out those Subscribe & Save orders lightening fast; I am getting them within 24 to 48 hours of ordering! I cannot confirm on shipping speed of non-Subscribe & Save orders though.