Food & Drink
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A National Summer Crisis: Ice Cream Inflation and Other Grocery Staples Rising in Cost
One minute we’re reeling from inflation at the grocery store and the next we’re being told price increases are slowing down. It’s inflation-induced whiplash, but it’s here to hit you where it hurts again. Here’s the latest round of grocery…
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I Tasted Trader Joe’s New Buttermilk Ranch Dressing — Here’s How It Compares to Hidden Valley Ranch
I have not had the best of luck with Trader Joe’s refrigerated dressings. The Green Goddess was nightmare fuel when I tried it, and there was one I only remember as … brown (it tasted… brown). So I didn’t have…
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Clothes Iron Meals, Coffee Pot Stews, and 6 Other Tips for Cooking Without a Kitchen
If you live in a major city and aren’t rich, you’ve got two options: Either you share an apartment, or you settle for a cheap studio without a kitchen. The challenge with the latter option is that you’ll have to…
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Forget Your Usual Burger. Here’s Where To Find the Best Fast-Food Smash Burgers Around
There’s nothing quite as satisfying as a big, fat, juicy burger and a generous side of fries. But you know what’s even better? A smash burger. The flavorful and tender patties are expertly cooked, perfectly seasoned, and stacked between soft,…
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Peanut Butter and Mayo Sandwiches? Historic Recipes from Hard Times
Though rising food prices have dominated headlines for months now, by world historical standards food remains amazingly cheap and abundant. Here are some foods people of the past ate in times of hardship or scarcity — some which are tasty…
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Don’t Forget the Ketchup: 8 Drive-Thru Mistakes You’re Probably Making
When you’ve had a bad day, the “I’ll just hit the drive-thru” mentality is a hard beast to outrun. We know this problem well, and everybody knows that drive-thrus make life easier. A quick trip to Taco Bell or Chick-fil-A…
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I Tried 6 Popular Sandwiches From McAlister’s Deli, and I’ve Already Forgotten About Them
It’s nuts how many chains think they can come for Panera’s throne, isn’t it? McAlister’s Deli, founded in Oxford, Mississippi, is giving it a try — and with over 500…
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I Tried the Grimace’s Purple Birthday Shake and I Have Some Thoughts
I’m still not sure if Grimace is a dinosaur tastebud or just a random purple blob, but his birthday — June 12 — has revealed one thing. He tastes like…
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‘A Cascade of Ice Cream Mix and Maggots’: Fast Food Restaurants Redditors Will Never Set Foot In
Everyone’s got fast food places that they hate. They’re easy to dislike, whether it’s because of a terrible past experience, an ethical objection to the company, or you just plain…
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Like Disgusting, Overpriced Coffee? Try Starbucks New Olive Oil-Infused Coffees
Following in the buttery footsteps of Bulletproof coffee, Starbucks recently launched Oleato beverages, a line of coffees that each contain a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil. Admittedly, I tend…
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‘I Can’t Go Back to Regular Pizza’: Chicago Deep Dish Beats New York Style, According to Famous Food TikToker
Forget Batman versus Superman, or the Packers versus the Bears. The greatest rivalry of our time is New York- versus Chicago-style pizza. Why? Because people are absolutely rabid about it.…
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I Tried a Vegan Hot Dog in Hopes of a Healthier Summer. Here’s Why It Ended Up in the Trash
For me, a major part of summer includes weekends spent grilling burgers and hot dogs with family and friends. But let’s face it: Those food choices aren’t particularly healthy for…
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Cheapism Favorites: Rebel Rabbit THC Seltzers Bring the High Without the Hangover
Rebel Rabbit High Seltzer Rebel Rabbit is a THC-infused seltzer made with both Delta 8 and Delta 9 THC. Best Price: $36 for a six pack from Rebel Rabbit Also…
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Sorry, Vegans: Taco Bell’s Plant-Based Crunchwrap Falls Flat
I’ve never liked Taco Bell’s Crunchwrap Supreme. The tortilla-wrapped tostada — stuffed with moisture-laden ingredients like sour cream, lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese — is like a giant, soggy frisbee. So…
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Meatloaf, Chili and Other Foods That are Always Better as Leftovers
No, it’s not your imagination. Some food really does taste even better once you’ve liberated it from the fridge the next day (though it shouldn’t stay out too long). That’s because…
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Frugal Cooks Share Their Secrets To Making Delicious Vegetable Stock Using Kitchen Scraps
Making your own stock at home is a great way to save money. In particular, vegetable stock is considered a versatile elixir that can add depth and flavor to countless…
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Costco vs. Trader Joe’s: Whose Key Lime Pie Reigns Supreme?
It’s summer, and that means all the bright and sunny citrus-filled seasonal items are back at stores like Costco and Trader Joe’s. I’m a lover of all things citrus, so…
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Trader Joe’s New Chocolatey Coated Peanut Butter Crispy Rice Bites Are Just 100 Calories , But Are They Any Good?
Like most people who are prone to snack, a new item at Trader Joe’s was something I was simply unable to resist. Even the (very long) name was enticing: Chocolatey…
