10 Publix Items First-Timers Must Not Skip
There are plenty of dynamite national grocery chains to choose from. That said, sometimes regional chains provide higher quality items and unique perks.
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Stories By Rachel Sobel
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12 Trader Joe's Appetizers That Are 10x Better Than The Main Dish
When it comes to entertaining, few things hit the spot like hors d'oeuvres. There are a number options out there that can satiate a crowd.
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13 Additions That Will Make Low-Quality Beer Taste 10x Better
Buckle up, beer lovers, there are many unique and interesting drink additions that can level up your next cold bargain beer to make it something great.
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13 Popular Sliced Cheese Brands, Ranked Worst To Best
Some brands and varieties of sliced cheese are better than others. We tried a selection to see which ones are worth adding to your shopping list.
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Review: Dunkin's Spooky New Drink Menu Is Full Of Treats And Some Nightmares
I tried eight of Dunkin's new Halloween drinks to see if they're all spooky winners, or ghastly ghosts that should remain in the chain's beverage past.
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The Best Outback Steakhouse Menu Items That Are $20 And Under
Going to a steakhouse isn’t always affordable, but Outback has plenty of menu options that won’t break the bank. Here’s what to try for under $20.
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15 Trader Joe's Frozen Desserts, Ranked Worst To Best
If you have a sweet tooth, some of the best treats can be found in the freezer section of your local grocery store. But, some stores have better selections.
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Kerrygold's New Cream Cheese Line, Ranked Worst To Best
When it comes to a bagel, a good schmear is obligatory. Certainly you can find a variety of flavors from several brands, but some are better than others.
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12 Elvis-Themed Restaurants Around The World
Although Elvis has been gone almost 50 years, fans still pay tribute, and not just stateside. Here are some restaurants that honor the king around the world.
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Review: I Tried Crumbl's Fan Favorite Cookie Lineup And There's A Clear Standout
The latest Crumbl lineup includes fan favorites from a S'mores Brownie Cookie to a Dubai-Style Chocolate Brownie, but which ones are worth buying?
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Review: Panera's 2026 Fall Menu Is A Mix Of Cozy, Comforting, And Questionable
The sheer breadth of Panera's fall food options is impressive. To get ready for sweater weather, I tried the chain's autumn menu items to give you the lowdown.
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13 Trader Joe's Chips, Ranked Worst To Best
When it comes to snacks, few are more satiating than a chip. Grocery stores carry countless brands and varieties to keep us crunching and munching.
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Review: Zaxby's Added NERDS To Its Strawberry Milkshake - Genius Move Or Sugar Rush?
If you haven't thought about rainbow-colored Nerds candies since childhood, Zaxby's is spinning a sweet reminder into a limited-time strawberry milkshake.
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Review: Dunkin' Just Turned Tiramisu Into Coffee And It's A Welcomed Alternative To Pumpkin Spice Overkill
Dunkin' has launched four new iced drinks inspired by the Italian dessert tiramisu, but are they worth buying? We tried them all to find out.
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11 Trader Joe's Cheeses, Ranked Worst To Best
Trader Joe’s is revered for its tasty and affordable selection of cheeses, but which is the absolute best? We put several to the test to find out.
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I Tried Every Culver's Seafood Menu Item And This Was Hands-Down The Best
While fish may be a controversial choice for a fast food restaurant, it can be a good one. That said, some chains do it better than others.
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I Tried Sundaes From McDonald's, Dairy Queen, And Sonic — This Was The Clear Winner
Forget the fancy ice cream shops; sometimes, nothing beats a soft-serve sundae. We tried several options from these fast food chains to see who does it best.
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10 Fast Food Fries, Tried And Ranked Worst To Best
Picking up an order of fast food fries is a quick way to boost your spirits. But not all fast food chains excel with their spuds. Here's how they rank.
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8 Weirdly Strict Rules Texas Roadhouse Employees Can't Break
Like any restaurant, Texas Roadhouse boasts a set of strict rules that its employees must follow – some of which are surprising in their specificity.
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8 Trader Joe's Myths People Somehow Still Believe
Trader Joe's has a plenty of buzz around it, but not all the chatter is factual. Here are the myths that have endured even though they aren't actually true.
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9 Chain Restaurants Offering The Best Early Bird Deals In 2026
If you're not fussy about what time you eat, you can take advantage of money-saving deals at both casual and slightly more upscale chain restaurants.
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I Tried 10 Of The Hottest Candies Of 2026 (So Far) And This Was My Favorite
If you have a sweet tooth, there are nearly endless options to satisfy it. That said, manufacturers come out with new options every year to up the ante.
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6 Things Red Lobster Is Still Doing Right In 2026
When it comes to dining out, finding quality seafood at an affordable price can be tricky. That's why Red Lobster has long been a popular destination.
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11 Fast Food Menu Items From The '90s That Still Live In Our Head Rent Free
The '90s were a time when a Bigfoot pizza could turn the day around, along with a popular SuperBar. The memories of these fast food items will live on forever.
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7 Warning Signs Your Chicken Has Gone Bad
While it's normally pretty obvious if your chicken has gone bad, there are a few more subtle signs for which you may want to keep an eye (or nose) out.
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10 Hostess Snacks Ranked Worst To Best
Hostess has a wide variety of flavor varieties to suit almost every sweet tooth, but which snack is the best? We tried a selection to find out.
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Wild Alcohol Laws We Can't Believe Are Still On The Books
While everybody knows about the minimum drinking age, some laws around the consumption of alcohol are even more specific and bizarre than you'd think.
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