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Minerva Studio/istockphoto I Went to Costco’s Tire Center To Replace My Flat Tire … and I Won’t Be Going Back
Finding parking is often the worst part of my day. That’s partly because I live in Los Angeles, a sprawling, car-centric megacity with horrific public transportation. But I’ll also readily admit that I’m someone who has sub-optimal parking skills —…
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FabioBalbi/istockphoto Caviar, Truffle Oil, and Wagyu Beef: 10 Ingredients Redditors Say Are ‘Overrated’
If money wasn’t a concern, we could be feasting on lobster, truffle-filled pastas, and caviar prepared by Michelin-starred chefs every day. Thanks for crushing that dream, inflation. And yet, there are some ingredients (ahem, gold leaf) that diners say aren’t…
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Success Foods Management Group Queso Confidential: What To Order From the Torchy’s Tacos Secret Menu
There are many things that build up Austin, Texas’ character, but one of the most iconic will always be Torchy’s Tacos. While nowhere near the best breakfast tacos in Austin, Torchy’s is an institution, a Tex-Mex bedrock in a town…
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DragonImages/istockphoto Experienced Travelers Are Abandoning Hotels.com — Here’s Why
When Expedia Group revamped its loyalty program this summer, the company pitched it as a way to unify its Expedia, Vrbo, and Hotels.com brands. The new, comprehensive travel rewards program offers 2% in OneKeyCash on eligible travel expenses, including Vrbo…
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‘Everything Is Expensive!’: The Challenges of Being in Your 20s in 2023
As the world burns and housing prices spiral out of control, it’s increasingly difficult to be optimistic about the future. And that shows in the data. According to an October 2022 Gallup poll, just 42% of Americans think that today’s…
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Jogy Abraham/istockphoto Cookies, Oils, and Gummy Bears, Oh My: The Cheapism Guide to Edibles
It’s hard to believe that it’s been over a decade since Colorado and Washington had the good sense to legalize cannabis for recreational use. Since then, the green stuff has ballooned to a 13 billion dollar industry, and the variety…
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Cheapism 14 Thoughtful Anniversary Gifts for Her That’ll Earn You a Reputation as the ‘Best Gift-Giver Ever’
Whether it’s your first year or your 50th, your anniversary is a day to celebrate. Let that special someone know how much she means to you with an anniversary gift…
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Alex Potemkin/istockphoto Living With Roommates? Here’s How To Successfully Share Small Living Spaces
Sharing a small home with multiple people can be challenging — especially if you can’t get on the same page about when quiet hours should be, how to split household chores,…
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Cheapism I Tried the TikTok-Loved Thomas Keller Zucchini, and Here’s the Verdict
Here’s the truth: I don’t love cooking, especially since I have two picky kids (and a husband who isn’t shy about voicing his opinions either). Dinner is a win if…
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Amazon One Welcome to the Future: You’re Now Able To Pay for Groceries Using Your … Hand?
Forget tapping your card to pay for a weekly grocery haul. Amazon One, a palm recognition service from Amazon Web Services, enables shoppers to pay for their groceries with just their hand.…
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Trader Joe’s These 5 Trader Joe’s Products Seem Vegetarian or Vegan But Actually Contain Animal Products
Now that plant-based diets are mainstream, you’d think that shopping for vegetarian and vegan groceries would be easy. But some products that seem like they don’t have animal products —…
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Monica Garza Maldonado/istockphoto Why People Are Crazy About Jeeps and Why You’d Be Crazy to Own One
Jeeps have a long and illustrious history, with military roots dating back to World War II. Instantly recognizable, they are known for the legendary off-road capabilities that earned the brand…
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slobo/istockphoto What’s Wrong with Costco’s Vodka? Shoppers Report It Tastes Like Flintstones Vitamins Now
Costco members may want to avoid the warehouse store’s Kirkland Signature American Vodka — at least for the near future. According to multiple reports from Costco superfans on Reddit, the…
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VeselovaElena/istockphoto 8 Dishes To Make When You Have a Fridge Full of Leftover Brisket
Maybe you just got back from your grandma’s house with a bag full of leftovers. Maybe you ordered way too much food at a BBQ restaurant. Maybe you threw a…
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krblokhin/istockphoto Costco Products That Last So Long You’ll Actually Get Sick of Them
We all love saving money by buying in bulk, but what happens when you’ve bought more than you can handle? It’s easy to get sick of the food you buy…
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Cheapism We Tried 9 Water Flavor Packets — These Are the Best
There’s no denying that the popularity of water flavor packets has exploded in recent years. Often available as powder, squeezable bottles of liquid, or dissolvable tablets, these products can add…
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Anton Aleksenko/istockphoto Report: Istanbul Is the Best European City for Renting an Airbnb vs. a Hotel
If touring Europe was on your wishlist this year, you’re in for a rude awakening. Due to rising hotel and airfare costs (thank you yet again, inflation), many people have…
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urbazon/istockphoto ‘I’ll Be Working Until the Day I Die’: 9 Things Redditors Have Given Up Because of Inflation
The Federal Reserve raised its key interest rate to the highest level in 22 years on Wednesday. The announcement is a sign that — despite 12 months of consecutive decline…
