The Special Sam's Club Membership Discount Costco Doesn't Offer
Both Costco and Sam's Club offer bulk food items and goods at low prices. But Sam's can offer certain members a special benefit that Costco's memberships don't
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Stories By Dennis Lee
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All-You-Can-Eat Meals Are Finally Back At This Popular Restaurant Chain
All-you-can-eat meal deals have caused several restaurant chains trouble in recent years, but this popular spot is taking a chance by bringing it back.
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Oreo's Brand New Collab Brings The Taste Of This Creamy Drink To Cookies
Celebrity food tie-ins have become a common occurrence, but there are two significant things that set apart Selena Gomez's new collaboration with Oreos
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Taco Bell's Chili Cheese Burrito Used To Have A Different (And Vulgar) Name
Back in the 1990s, Taco Bell debuted a fan favorite, the chili cheese burrito. But its simple, delicious taste was somewhat overshadowed by its original name.
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This Is How Much Caffeine Is Really In Your Favorite Starbucks Refresher
Is that energy coming from your cup or your imagination? If you feel extra refreshed from Starbucks Refreshers, here's how much caffeine has to do with it.
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Red Lobster's Creamy Lobster Mashed Potatoes Aren't Entirely What They Seem
Red Lobster's Creamy Lobster Mashed Potatoes might sound pretty self-explanatory. However, when you dig a little deeper, not everything is what it seems.
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The Spiciest Food Bobby Flay Has Ever Eaten
When a seasoned chef like Bobby Flay, who cooks and eats for a living, can't handle the heat, your chances in conquering are probably even less.
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For The Best Store-Bought Gluten-Free Bread, Head To Walmart
Believe it or not, there's a great gluten-free white bread at Walmart. Find out why our taste testers declared Sam's Choice Gluten-Free White Bread best.
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This Popular Store-Bought Gluten-Free Bread Is Actually Our Least Favorite
While there are many, many big-name and terrific gluten-free brands for bread, there are some better left on the grocery shelf. Here's one of them.
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How To Turn Ricotta Cheese Into A Simple Yet Flavorful Appetizer
You only need ricotta, one other ingredient sitting in your pantry, and no special equipment to serve your guests a delicious but simple appetizer.
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The 'Simplest' Dish In Ina Garten's Eyes Is Also One She's Known For
What's simple for Ina Garten may be up for debate. But the hardest part of one of her most popular recipes is waiting for the oven timer to go off.
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The Local Boston Grocery Store Chain That Just Closed All Of Its Locations
The economy continues to take its toll as yet another business shutters its doors, this time it's a local Boston grocery store chain focused on healthy foods.
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The One Kitchen Tool Ina Garten Finds Herself Replacing Often
Ideally, most kitchen tools will last you a good few years before you need to replace them, but Ina Garten says she replaces this tool more than most.
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Heavy Cream Vs Whipping Cream: What's The Difference?
Heavy cream and whipping cream look similar, and can often be swapped for each other in recipes. But there’s one key difference that sets them apart.
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Texas Roadhouse's New Grocery Store Line Shakes Up These Iconic Appetizers
Texas Roadhouse is expanding its grocery store offerings with a new line of products which take the steakhouse's appetizers as their inspiration.
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Elton John's Favorite Sandwich Is A Simple British Classic
From the music legend who's famous for his over-the-top style and a larger-than-life personality, comes a simple sandwich that any of us could make for lunch.
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Taco Bell's Burrito Supreme Vs Bean Burrito: What's The Actual Difference?
Taco Bell has a bunch of burritos on the menu, but what's the difference between these two classics? Here's what's in regular and supreme Taco Bell burritos.
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Why Certain Cheeses Are Better At Melting Than Others
When it comes to certain dishes, it matters a lot how well the cheese you use will melt. Here's why certain cheeses are better for the job than others.
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This Costco Rotisserie Chicken Meal Has Been Spotted Back In The Deli
Costco has rotated its deli section again and this time shoppers are noticing the return of an old favorite which makes use of Costco's rotisserie chicken.
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The Laid-Back Restaurant Chain Selena Gomez Absolutely Loves
Even celebrities as famous as singer and actress Selena Gomez still enjoy the occasional meal at chain restaurants like this perennial favorite.
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Starbucks' Brand New Cold Foam Is A Fan-Favorite Flavor
Curious about Starbucks' array of cold foam flavors? Lucky you: Not only does it have a new cold foam, but it's making all the flavors free for a limited time.
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The Best Bomb Pop Is A Flavor Explosion
Who doesn't love a nice Bomb Pop during a hot summer day? Next time you go for one, be sure to pick the best flavor (no, not the red, white, and blue one).
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Is Hoisin Sauce The Same Thing As Oyster Sauce?
Oyster sauce and hoisin sauce are staples of Chinese cuisine, providing a rich umami to many dishes. So they're totally interchangeable, right? Not exactly.
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Maggi's New Chinese Spicy Garlic Instant Noodles Deliver Spice, But Not Much Else
The seasoning company Maggi is branching out with a new line of instant noodles. Will Maggi's ramen be able to stand out in a crowded market?
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Kevin Bacon's Bizarre Go-To Breakfast Sadly Contains No Bacon
A breakfast with bacon is perhaps what you would expect from Kevin Bacon, but no dice. Instead, he puts together an interesting savory mix.
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The Secret Ingredient Lurking Inside Aldi Tortelloni
Aldi's tortelloni contain a lot of the usual suspects like semolina flour, eggs, cheese, herbs, and spices, but there's also an ingredient you might not expect.
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The Common Mistake You're Making When Cooking Veggies
If your roasted and sauteed vegetables often come out mushy, flavorless, and dull, you may be making this common, but easily avoidable, cooking mistake.
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