Supermarkets spare us from having to forage for our meals in the wild, but most still carry foods that can cause serious illness — or even death — when improperly prepared. From common staples to rare delicacies from around the world, many…
Despite inflation’s persistence, Costco hasn’t raised the price of its famed $4.99 rotisserie chicken since 2009. And it turns out that the wholesaler occasionally sells the birds for even cheaper, according to a popular Reddit thread. When a Costco shopper…
Salsa has become as American as apple pie, dethroning ketchup as the top condiment for the first time way back in 1991. That’s led to a dizzying array of jarred salsa to pick from store shelves, at all heat levels…
A spot of whiskey can put you in high spirits for the weekend or add warmth to a chilly night, but there’s no need to spend big money on a premium, vintage variety for everyday sipping when there are plenty…
With grocery prices still climbing, Americans are paying closer attention to keeping fresh food in the fridge and discarding spoiled items. Understanding product labels helps consumers determine if a product is at peak quality: “Best if used by/before”typically indicates when to…
Ever wonder where your groceries come from? The U.S. is a food-growing giant, and a few states do the heavy lifting. Using the latest USDA numbers, we’ve ranked the top 10 food producers based on 2023 cash receipts — cash…
The price of eggs is soaring because of avian flu, and experts don’t believe there will be relief any time soon. For many people, that puts a big hole in…
If it was packed, you ate it, preservatives be damned. That was pretty much the ethos of the ’70s lunchbox. Times have changed, all right—now lunchboxes come with insulated compartments,…
Just because you can’t make it to New Orleans to celebrate Mardi Gras this year, doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the festivities — and food — of the Big Easy…
If you hope to cook more seafood this Spring, chances are you’re also concerned about your grocery budget. The sky is the limit on fish and shellfish prices, so even…
The slow cooker, or Crock-Pot, is too often relegated to the back of a kitchen cabinet for most of the year, making a brief appearance for a few winter soups and…
Frozen nutritional supplement shakes have been recalled because of a serious illness threat. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced the recall of shakes distributed by Lyons Magnus on Feb.…
Throwing a backyard BBQ? Worried about what to bring to a potluck? Got some chili in the crockpot? There are hundreds of reasons you might want to grab a box…
Pancakes are supposed to be light and fluffy, not a federal health risk — but here we are. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) elevated the recall of the…
Granola bars are easy to throw in your kids’ lunch bags, but a large recall just hit one brand. According to a recall notification from the U.S. Food & Drug Administration, some…
Each year, Trader Joe’s asks its customers about their absolute favorite items. The results are published every winter, and the 16th Annual Customer Choice Awards winners for this year were…
As we’re pummeled by inflation here in the United States, groceries get harder and harder to afford. Want to put food inflation into some perspective? Statista put together a report…
It’s not uncommon that some foods taste better than they smell, but sometimes, the opposite is true. Every now and then an aroma lures you in, but when you actually…