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Juanmonino/istockphoto 21 Tasty Places to Eat for Cheap in NYC
New York restaurants are infamous for being expensive, with multi-course tasting menus costing hundreds of dollars per person. Still, by exploring the variety of cuisines, international influences, and under-the-radar eateries, residents and visitors can sample some of the city’s best…
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Bloomberg Creative / Getty Images The Worst Wildfires in U.S. History
Over the past few years, millions of acres of land have been destroyed by deadly wildfires, whether manmade or due to weather. Currently, Hawaii is battling the deadliest U.S. wildfire in the past five years. At least 36 people have…
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Leo’s Taco Truck Al Pastor by T.Tseng (CC BY) Discovering California’s Best Cheap Eats: A Guide to Affordable Dining
As one of the most expensive states in the country, you wouldn’t think that California would be a hotspot for cheap restaurants. After all, The Golden State is home to The French Laundry, Urasawa, Benu, and other world-renowned eateries where…
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Nikada/istockphoto Experience Authentic German Cuisine in Colorado: Top German Restaurants You Must Visit
From bratwurst and schnitzel to pretzels and sauerkraut, German cuisine has found a flavorful second home in Colorado’s mountain towns.
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NoDerog/istockphoto ’Putrid,‘ ’Horrible,’ ‘Disgusting’: Redditors Share the Worst Foods They’ve Bought at Costco
Take one look at TikTok or Reddit and you’ll see how beloved Costco is by most Americans. Whether it’s a bulk item or something you never knew you needed until you stepped foot in a warehouse, Costco products — and…
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Wilder Shaw / Cheapism The 13 Best Celsius Flavors, Ranked
If you haven’t yet heard of Celsius — the zero-sugar energy drink that’s picked up a whole lot of steam amongst college students across the country — you may be living under a rock. But guess what? You and I…
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David Redfern / Staff / Redferns / Getty Images CC 50+ Famous Left-Handed People Who Changed the World
The world’s left-handed people have always been in the minority — southpaws make up just about 10 percent of the population. Being in the minority didn’t hold back countless left-handers…
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caughtinthe/istockphoto Chili’s Wedding Trend: How Couples Are Saying ‘I Do’ with Fajitas
While your wedding is supposed to be one of the most special days of your life, planning it can sometimes feel like a nightmare. From seating charts and venue availability…
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TimAbramowitz/istockphoto From Farm to Table: 20 Irresistible Peach Recipes for Summer
Cooking with seasonal fruit is not only smart and economical but also pretty darned tasty. Read on for a sampling of some of the best peach recipes that feature the…
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Magone/istockphoto Finding the Sweet Spot: I Banned Sugar From My Diet for a Week and Here’s What Happened
I don’t think of myself as having a sweet tooth. Sure, I enjoy some ice cream every now and again, but do I have an issue with sugar? No way.…
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Art Wager/istockphoto A New California Costco Would Be the World’s Largest — How Big Will It Be?
Raise your hand if you’ve ever strolled through Costco and thought, “This is nice. Could be a couple of football fields bigger in size, though.” Anyone? No? Yeah, we can’t…
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Wolterk/istockphoto Herbalife, Savers, and 6 Other ‘Evil Companies’ That People Don’t Talk About Enough
Amazon is so evil that it’s almost too on the nose. To begin with, the e-commerce giant is helmed by an out-of-touch billionaire who wants to colonize space. And then there…
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Danny Jensen / Cheapism ‘Churn Back Time’: We Tried Cher’s New Gelato Truck — Here’s the Verdict
If you’re a fan of decadent frozen desserts and the “Goddess of Pop,” you’ll be thrilled to know that Cher has launched Cherlato, a food truck serving artisanal gelato —…
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Cheapism Costco Inventory Checker: Here’s How To See What’s In Stock
Shopping at Costco can be a dream with all those giant pies, low prices, and free samples. But if you’ve ever tried to check what’s in stock at your local…
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RonBailey/istockphoto 10 Blackberry Recipes: What To Make With All Those Blackberries You’ve Got in Your Fridge
Maybe you just went blackberry picking. Maybe you couldn’t resist the pull of a local farmers market. Or maybe you just went a little overboard at the grocery store. Whatever…
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KingWu/istockphoto 50 Picturesque Road Trips That You Can Take in a Weekend
As the end of summer draws nearer, many Americans are looking to get in a final excursion for the season — but whether it’s convenience, daunting airfares, or flight delays,…
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michellegibson/istockphoto 25 ‘Superfoods’ That Aren’t as Super as You Think
When you hear about the nutritional benefits of so-called “superfoods,” it can be tempting to load up your diet with these trendy ingredients. But there is no standard or definition…
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JannHuizenga/istockphoto From Scarcity to Sustenance: 9 Tips for Eating Well in a Food Desert
Finding affordable and nutritious food can be challenging — especially for those who live in food deserts, where fresh produce and healthy ingredients are hard to come by. In a…
