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Costco’s Crazy Expensive Wine ‘Deals’ Include a $50,000 Wine Collection
Costco has been known to sell some crazy things, but you might not think about the mega warehouse chain as a place to get rare wine. Well, rethink that, because their bulk pricing is alive and well in the acclaimed…
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Don’t Waste Your Money on These 10 Frozen Foods From Costco
We love a good bargain at Costco, but there are some things that just aren’t worth it. Take the frozen food section: Not only are some of the frozen foods at Costco plain old unappetizing, but there are specific items…
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I Use Instacart All the Time — Here Are the 7 Things I Would Never Order
Instacart can save a dinner or a party in a flash with its grocery delivery service, but there are still some things that require a trip to the store in person. Thinking about making a panic order? As a frequent…
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Food Court Chains That We Should Have Never Taken for Granted
The heyday of the mall food court is long gone. What used to be the choice hangout for teenagers and a convenient spot to grab a fast meal for the whole family now feels like a wasteland — if it…
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30 Things You Should Never Buy on Amazon
Ah, amazing Amazon: The world’s largest online retailer has made it possible to get everything shipped to our door with blistering speed, often for less than the other guys. But just because you can order almost anything from Amazon doesn’t…
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10 Pantry and Freezer Staples Worth Buying in Bulk
Supermarket sales are tempting opportunities to stock up on groceries, and warehouse clubs such as Costco sell large quantities of food for low per-unit prices. Smart shoppers who buy in bulk can set themselves up for plenty of cheap meals…
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7 Weird Food Names You Didn’t Know Existed
Confused by the terms you’re seeing in restaurants and grocery stores? Curious about ordering sweetbreads? Never heard of a Jerusalem artichoke? And what is head cheese, anyway? There’s a whole…
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Industry Secrets That Genuinely Rocked People To Their Core
It can either be refreshing or a shock to the system when you get a behind-the-scenes look at how some industries operate. Did we want to know that numerous mid-ranked…
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10 Ridiculous Food Holidays That You Won’t Believe Exist
There are more food holidays than any one person can count. It really seems like if you can think of any sort of ingredient or dish, there’s a national holiday…
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11 Things From the 1960s That Are Now Worth a Ton of Money
The 1960s was a vibrant and transformative decade marked by cultural, social, and technological changes. The era produced a wealth of items and collectibles that — at the time — might…
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Slightly Used Bread, a Thief’s Crowbar, and 8 Other Bizarre Things You Can Actually Buy on eBay Right Now
You might remember hearing about the grilled cheese sandwich that looked like the Virgin Mary selling for $28,000 on eBay 20 years ago. You’ve probably seen some heart-shaped chips for…
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9 Infuriating Examples of Downgrades Sold as Upgrades
Companies bombard customers with opportunities to upgrade all the time. But are these added features and promos actually worth your while? Maybe you need to get the new iPhone, but…
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19 Best Pet Supplies to Buy at Costco
Even if you make trips to Costco every weekend, it’s worth a reminder: You can find all kinds of stuff at this retail giant. Shoppers can stock up on frozen…
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Single Ply Toilet Paper, NFTs, and Other Things People Won’t Even Buy on Sale
It can be a financially dangerous endeavor to stroll into a grocery store or department store without a firm and budget-conscious list. The markups on various products are truly getting…
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7 Ways Malls Have Dramatically Changed Since You Were a Kid
Growing up in New York City, the mall was considered the coolest hang-out spot. I remember being so excited to get out of school and walk over to Queens Center…
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I Tried 7 Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, But None of Them Put Starbucks to Shame
If a breakfast sandwich is what you crave, you might not always have time to get to a Starbucks or a fast-food joint in the morning. To fry yourself a…
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These 10 Cars Used To Be Cool But Aren’t Anymore
There are plenty of classic car models that have stood the test of time and cemented themselves in auto history, from the Camaro to the Mustang. And some cars were…
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9 Things About Electric Vehicles People Are Thinking But No One Is Saying
Electric vehicles are becoming more mainstream by the day. It’s no secret that, one day, we’ll see more electric rides on the road than the gas-powered models we’re used to. …
