Food & Drink
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Why Is Caviar So Damn Expensive?
A tin of caviar from the beluga sturgeon — an ugly, prehistoric-looking fish — is so expensive and rare that it’s become a symbol of the ultrarich, akin to a Rolex or Bentley. The slimy, black pearls can fetch prices…
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The Best (and Worst) Waterloo Sparkling Water Flavors
Sick of Aha? Don’t want to pay for Spindrift? It’s a nice time to be alive if you’re a seltzer drinker, as there are countless companies pushing carbonated waters our way and your choices are vast. Waterloo’s purified carbonated water…
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TikTok Convinced Me I Could Make Thai Food — Here’s What Happened
A lot of people turn to TikTok for dog videos, new dance moves, and questionable medical advice, but I usually have a different goal — food. Recipes, to be specific. My bookmarks look like a page of a (pretty ADHD)…
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Sick of Tipping? You’re Not the Only One
Tired of seeing an option to leave a tip … pretty much everywhere? While customers were feeling generous toward service workers during the pandemic, three years on it seems purse strings are getting tighter while tipping attitudes are reaching levels…
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Foods That Help Diabetics Keep Blood Sugar Under Control
For diabetics, keeping close tabs on blood-sugar levels is essential, and that means keeping close tabs on diet.
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These Mouth-Watering Ramen Recipes From TikTok Will Elevate Your Noodle Game
Ramen has gained worldwide popularity for its delicious and unique flavor profile. Typically featuring a flavorful broth, wheat noodles, and various ingredients such as meat, vegetables, and soft-boiled eggs, this Japanese dish is as versatile as it is scrumptious. And,…
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Come on, Costco — Sell Slices of Peanut Butter Pie in the Food Court Already
Hey Costco, why haven’t you started selling individual portions of your bakery items in the food court yet? That’s what the store’s fans on Reddit want to know, and frankly,…
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A Definitive Ranking of the Most Popular La Croix Flavors
It is my belief that the seltzer revolution would be nowhere without the help of La Croix’s sparkling water. Since its release in 1981, it has become a staple of…
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Shepherd’s Pot Pie Is the Cheap, Hybrid Casserole Dreams Are Made Of
Shepherd’s pie is one of my family’s favorite dinner recipes. It’s hard to go wrong with creamy mashed potatoes, ground beef, veggies, and cheese, after all. Another dinner dish that’s…
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Report: Rising Grocery Costs Translate to Rising Hunger
Inflation has been rearing its ugly head around every twist and turn, leaving consumers with nowhere to hide from its nasty snarls. From price gouging gasoline to sticker shock at…
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Let’s Talk About That 5-Pound Costco Peanut Butter Pie
Cheapism staffers Jenn Magid and Lacey Muszynski got their hands on Costco’s newest bakery sensation, the peanut butter chocolate pie. It’s so popular that it’s often sold out at many…
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These Trader Joe’s Pairings Go Together Like Peanut Butter and Jelly, According to Redditors
It’s heartbreaking to imagine that before the peanut butter and jelly sandwich’s invention in the early 20th century, the two spreads were enjoyed separately. A piece of toast smothered in…
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The Best Good & Gather Sparkling Water Flavors — and the Ones To Leave on the Shelf
On any grocery-driven trip to Target, you’ve probably noticed Good & Gather, Target’s house brand for food and beverages. The brand includes a line of seltzers, with an abundance of…
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Spice Up Easy, Frugal Meals With These Redditor-Approved Seasoning Blends
Food snobs have no place in the kitchen of a frugal cook. They might turn their noses up at a spice cabinet full of premixed seasoning jars, but they’re missing…
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20 Jamba Juice Smoothies To Try From the Secret Menu
If you live anywhere near a Jamba (the company dropped the “Juice” aspect of its name in 2019), you’re probably semi-aware of the chain’s secret menu. The mall food court…
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How To Cook Pizza Without a Pizza Stone, According to Redditors
To transform a simple dough into a pillowy, lightly charred crust worthy of a pizzeria in Naples, you need heat — and a lot of it. But conventional ovens often…
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I Made the Official ‘Ted Lasso’ Biscuit Recipe, and Rebecca Would Be Proud
One of the most heartwarming gestures in “Ted Lasso”, a show full of feel-good moments, is Ted and Rebecca’s daily “biscuits with the boss” ritual that helps win her over.…
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12 Creative Ways To Use Canned Coconut Milk
Canned coconut milk is a more multifaceted ingredient than most people expect. While the obvious uses tend to go to curries, soups, and stews, there are so many great things…
