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    Products Trader Joe’s Should Carry, According to Shoppers

    Compared to larger supermarket chains and warehouse stores, Trader Joe’s can feel painfully small with its narrow aisles and limited selection of white-label products. After all, wouldn’t it be nice if Trader Joe’s sold rotisserie chicken? The retailer’s staunchest loyalists…

  • Fried dumplings stuffed with cabbage and meat sprinkled with bacon greaves and chopped parsley on a white plate on a wooden rustic table.

    The Best Frozen Dumplings, Ranked

    If you’re whipping up an Asian feast at home, adding a side of dumplings or potstickers is a no-brainer. Whether you’ve got chow mein, ramen, or Korean BBQ in front of you, cooking frozen dumplings on the side can make…

  • 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,…

  • Heavy traffic backs up on the scene of an accident in foggy conditions.

    Put Your Old Honda in Park Until You Get This Safety Issue Fixed

    If you own an older Honda or Acura, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Honda itself want you to keep it in park — at least until you get this one thing fixed.  When Honda previously issued a recall…

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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…