Kitchen & Groceries

  • Father carrying smiling birthday boy on a party

    Costco-Themed Birthday Parties Are a Hit — Here’s How to Throw One

    When it comes to retail fandom, Costco fans are unmatched in their zeal. Case in point: The warehouse store’s shoppers are so devoted that it’s become a trend to celebrate Costco-themed birthday parties. As countless posts on social media show,…

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    Huge Food Recall Includes Ready-To-Eat Sandwiches, Fruit, Salads, and Desserts

    More than 400 ready-to-eat food products have been recalled because of possible listeria contamination.  The recalled products were sold under dozens of brand names at places where ready-to-eat products are available, including retail locations, vending machines, and transportation providers. The…

  • Fairfax, USA - November 25, 2016: Trader Joes grocery store facade with sign and items on display and people walking

    Is Trader Joe’s Return Policy Better Than Costco’s Return Policy?

    Trader Joe’s is in a league of its own when it comes to grocery store convenience and pricing (the parking is a different story), but it turns out there’s one more reason to love it. Its return policy, which has…

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    SNAP Recipients To Soon See Benefit Reductions

    SNAP recipients receiving additional pandemic-driven boosts to their benefits will soon see a reduction in their payments as the emergency allotments end. The additional funds, which were put in place to offer temporary relief to low-income households affected by the…

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    Shoppers Prefer Costco Grocery Deals Over Online Convenience, Report Reveals

    Shoppers were most concerned with their wallets and which stores offered the best value as record-high inflation took hold in 2022, a survey of top grocery retailers shows, and the nation’s three major warehouse clubs benefited. Costco, Sam’s Club, and…

  • Our 7 Favorite Things To Buy From the Publix Bakery

    The Publix deli and hot bar area is packed full of stunners; this we already know. It should come as no surprise, then, that the Publix bakery section is also a showstopper — why do you think people are always…