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  • People wearing parkas as the other one grills

    This Common Grilling Tool Can Spell Disaster If You Use It In The Rain

    Grilling in the rain comes with its own set of challenges. To grill safely and avert disaster, avoid using this common grilling tool when it's raining.

    By Macy Sandel 36 min ago Read More
  • Little girl making peanut butter toast on table with a purple wall in background.

    10 After-School Snacks That Dominated The 1960s

    The '60s featured convenient after-school snacks that could be prepared in a flash. There were packaged snacks, sweet bites, and all kinds of savory options.

    By Lauren Bulla 6 hours ago Read More
  • Close up of a morel mushroom in the forest.

    Why People Used To Start Forest Fires Just To Find This Coveted Mushroom

    Some mushrooms only grow under special circumstances, and some foraging enthusiasts are willing to go to extreme and unsafe lengths to get them.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 10 hours ago Read More
  • A collection of Kirkland Signature brand bulk cheeses on a blue surface

    I Tried And Ranked 8 Kirkland Signature Cheeses From Costco

    We sampled and ranked Costco’s Kirkland Signature cheeses to find the best and worst, from crowd-pleasing must-have deals, to underwhelming blander picks.

    By Nikki Cervone 14 hours ago Read More
  • Cruise ship passengers selecting food at a buffet.

    What Happens To All The Leftover Food On Cruise Ships?

    Ever wonder what cruise ships do with all that food waste they accumulate on board? A lot of strategy goes into how they process it.

    By Eugenia Lazaris 14 hours ago Read More
  • A variety of beef cuts on a dark countertop

    How Much Of The Beef In Your Fridge Comes From The US?

    As domestic American cattle numbers continue to fall, more and more of the beef in your fridge might have been imported from other countries.

    By Craig Mattson 16 hours ago Read More
  • Person holding a Walmart receipt while pushing a cart

    Why It's Legal For Costco And Sam's Club To Require Receipt Checks, But Not Walmart

    Costco and Sam's Club are legally allowed to require receipt checks, and while Walmart checks them, it's not legally required. Here's why.

    By Amanda Berkey 1 day ago Read More
  • Side view of a stack of plastic water bottles with blue lids. More bottles can be seen stacked in the background

    Why Water Is Usually Bottled And Only Rarely Canned

    Unlike many other drinks, water is usually sold in single-use plastic bottles rather than cans. But there are several reasons why that's the case.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 1 day ago Read More
  • Girl At Self-Checkout Scanning Lettuce Leaves

    Can You Get Into Legal Trouble For Self-Checkout Mistakes?

    If you've ever wondered if a simple scanning error at self-checkout could land you in legal trouble, you should hear what this lawyer has to say.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 1 day ago Read More
  • Person cooking with a stainless steel pan.

    Cook With Stainless Steel Like A Pro Using This Easy Testing Tip

    Make sure your stainless steel is in prime condition to cook your food to perfection with this simple trick. All you need is a bit of water.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 1 day ago Read More
  • peanuts and peanut butter

    The Oldest Peanut Butter Brand In America Is Still Around Today

    Peanut butter's earliest form goes back to the ancient Inca, but in America, the oldest brand dates to 1908, and it's still going strong today.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 1 day ago Read More
  • The frozen pizza aisle at a grocery store.

    '90s Kids Definitely Remember This Frozen Pizza Brand Product Fondly

    If you grew up in the '90s, this iconic frozen pizza was probably a cherished snack in your after-school roster. Here's why you never see it anymore.

    By Robert Bruce 1 day ago Read More
  • Trader Joe's paper shopping bag sitting upright.

    This Nostalgic Trader Joe's Candy Comes From A Century-Old Company

    If you love this sweet treat from Trader Joe's, you'll want to know the company that makes it, because it produces even more candy under its own brand.

    By Ryan Zanoni 2 days ago Read More
  • a cast iron pan with fried bacon

    What Exactly Is 'Poor Man's Bacon' And Should You Try The Budget-Friendly Alternative?

    "Poor man's bacon" may not sound all that appetizing (to the wallet -- yes), but plenty love this budget-friendly bacon alternative. Should you try it?

    By Amara Michelle 2 days ago Read More
  • Basil plants growing

    Grow The Healthiest Basil With These 14 Tips

    Follow our simple tips for fresh basil all season long, whether growing indoors or outdoors, from choosing the right spot to harvesting healthy leaves.

    By Sara Klimek 2 days ago Read More
  • Soft pretzels with a pizza topping of tomato sauce and melted cheese rest on a baking sheet.

    The Pretzel Chain That Set The Standard For Mall Snacks In The '90s

    While Auntie Anne's has a grip on the mall scene today, this Michigan-based predecessor was the go-to pretzel stand for hungry shoppers until the 2000s.

    By Ryan Zanoni 2 days ago Read More
  • High-angle view of people shopping in a grocery store in the 1960s

    7 Vintage Grocery Store Features Boomers Remember Fondly

    Baby boomers, those born between 1946 and 1964, had a completely different shopping experience back in the day. Here are seven features they remember fondly.

    By Amanda Berkey 2 days ago Read More
  • Open garage with many items, including a chest freezer

    Here's How Long The Chest Freezer In Your Garage Will Probably Last

    A chest freezer is a great investment for stashing bulk items, especially because they're generally built to last. Here's about how long you can expect.

    By Amanda Berkey 2 days ago Read More
  • Different fast food restaurants along a road with cars driving on it in the western United States.

    The 3 Fast Food Chains With The Highest Overall Sales In 2026 So Far

    The three fast food chains with the highest sales overall so far in 2026 show that, as far as consumer appetites go, some things never change.

    By Brianna Gunter 2 days ago Read More
  • An oven in a kitchen with its door open.

    What Those Dots On Your Oven Window Are For

    You may have noticed a row of small dots scattered across your glass oven door. Here's what those are actually there for, and how they work.

    By Tim Forster 3 days ago Read More
  • Variety of cocktails

    14 Groovy Cocktails From The 1960s

    The 1960s were a fascinating time in terms of cocktails. From the tiki-themed to the cream-heavy and the shockingly simple, there was a cocktail for everyone.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 3 days ago Read More
  • Pizza dough balls on a wooden table.

    The Controversial Ingredient Hiding In Most Restaurant Pizza Dough (And The Reason It's There)

    Many restaurant pizza doughs contain an ingredient that most countries have banned, so why is it still in pizza dough in the United States?

    By Georgina Jedikovska 3 days ago Read More
  • a bowl of sausage crumbles

    Not Jimmy Dean Or Tennessee Pride — The Old-School Sausage Brand Feeding The South Since 1917

    Since 1917, this old-school, family-run sausage brand has been feeding the South. No, it's not the iconic Jimmy Dean or Tennessee Pride.

    By Tara Bowen 3 days ago Read More
  • Customers shopping in Costco's food department

    8 Celebrity Chefs Who Love Shopping At Costco

    I scoured online blogs and news sites to round up a list of celebrity chefs who openly declare their love for shopping at Costco. Let's find out who they are!

    By Emily M Alexander 3 days ago Read More
  • Arm grabbing a wine bottle out of the fridge

    What Alcohol Should Be Refrigerated After Opening? Here's The Rule

    Many alcohols don't need to be refrigerated, but some do, and it can be difficult to tell the difference between the two. Here's what you should know.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 3 days ago Read More
  • Blue flames burn from a kitchen gas stove

    A Gas Oven That Won't Light Doesn't Always Mean You Need To Call A Professional

    When your gas oven won't light, your first instinct might be to call a repairperson. Before you bring in a professional, see if it's one of these four issues.

    By Nicole M. LaMarco 3 days ago Read More
  • Shelves at a thrift store full of various dinnerware

    Everyone Owned This Dishware In The '80s. Now You'd Be Thrilled To Find Them At The Thrift Store

    Time is strange, and cyclical. Back in the 1980s, this dishware brand was all the rage. Now, many are still thrilled to find the same dishware in thrift stores.

    By Macy Sandel 4 days ago Read More
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