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  • a shopping cart in an aisle at Sam's Club

    8 Sam's Club Items You're Better Off Avoiding

    While you can get a lot of great deals on food at Sam's Club, there are exceptions, and customers are pretty vocal about the items that aren't worth buying.

    By Stephanie Mee 4 hours ago Read More
  • Shelves full of kitchenware in a thrift store

    The Simple Kitchen Decoration Hack You Can Find At Almost Any Thrift Store

    Give thrifted dinnerware a new life by repurposing it as kitchen decor, and keep an eye out for this material to embrace the old-school charm.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 5 hours ago Read More
  • Trader Joe's Italian food in the freezer aisle section.

    'Just OK': The Trader Joe's Frozen Meal That Fails To Match Takeout, According To Reviews

    Trader Joe's offers customers plenty of high-quality private-label products, but not everything in the store is a must-buy (this one frozen meal included).

    By Robert Bruce 5 hours ago Read More
  • Aldi freezer aisle

    10 Best Aldi Frozen Food Under $5

    From sweet treats to savory bites to healthy choices, these are our favorites from Aldi to keep your budget on track and your cravings satisfied every time.

    By Sara Klimek 7 hours ago Read More
  • Plate with deviled eggs and barbecue pulled pork sandwich

    9 Store-Bought Foods You'd Never Find In A Southerner's Cart

    If you're a true Southerner, there are certain foods that you would never purchase pre-made from a grocery store, even if it's more convenient.

    By S. Preston Duncan 8 hours ago Read More
  • A display of canned oyster containers, from left to right - Pampa Smoked Oysters, Bumble Bee Whole Oysters in Water, Chicken of the Sea Whole Oysters, Geisha Whole Oysters in Water, and Great Value Smoked Oysters Packed in Oil

    5 Canned Oyster Brands Ranked Worst To Best

    Whether you're a seafood fanatic or a shellfish skeptic, canned oysters are a great shortcut. We ranked 5 canned oyster brands worst to best to pick a winner.

    By Samuel W Allenton 10 hours ago Read More
  • Miniature lemon cream pies with whipped cream on a white and taupe checkered dish towel

    The Essential Store-Bought Ingredient For Mini Pies Perfect For Entertaining

    What's better than a bite-sized dessert at a party? A whole bunch that were easy to make. That's where this store-bought alternative to pie crust comes in.

    By Crystal Antonace 14 hours ago Read More
  • whimsical wood lazy Susan with an engraved butterfly in the middle of a table

    DIY A Lazy Susan That Looks Like A HomeGoods Find Using Dollar Tree Supplies

    Don't go out and buy a fancy lazy Susan. Instead, DIY one using a few supplies from Dollar Tree and customize it to your kitchen aesthetic and storage needs.

    By Sonora Slater 23 hours ago Read More
  • Fresh butter slices on a wooden cutting board with a butter knife, ready for spreading

    This Aldi Butter Is A Deliciously Affordable Dupe For Kerrygold

    If you love Kerrygold but don't like what it does to your wallet, this Aldi butter is the solution you need. Here's how it stacks up compared to Kerrygold.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 1 day ago Read More
  • Red Lobster-style biscuits on rack

    Dollar Tree Has A Red Lobster Biscuit Mix Dupe For Just $1.25

    This Dollar Tree dupe tastes near identical to a popular Red Lobster biscuit mix and is just as easy to bake, except it comes with a cheaper price tag.

    By Julia Mullaney 1 day ago Read More
  • an organized pantry, including a few bins with items inside

    How To Use Dollar Tree's $1.50 Dish Pans For Labeled Storage That Tames Pantry Chaos

    If your pantry is in disarray with half-opened snack bags, clunky sauce jars, and all kinds of small items falling over each other, grab these storage bins.

    By Sonora Slater 1 day ago Read More
  • Costco returns counter

    The Common Costco Gift You Absolutely Cannot Return

    Costco has a remarkably flexible return policy, except when it comes to this item that's a great gift for everyone from coworkers to close friends.

    By Julia Mullaney 1 day ago Read More
  • Bottle of gin being poured into glass

    9 Worst Gins You Should Leave On The Shelf, According To Reviews

    Whether it's a drink you like to casually sip on or add to your favorite cocktails, these brands of gin are ones you should probably avoid purchasing.

    By Jon Dempsey 1 day ago Read More
  • Kmart cafe family restaurant inside a Kmart store

    We're Feeling Nostalgic For Kmart's Forgotten Food Court Era

    Kmart wasn't just a place to shop for discount clothing. It was also a place to grab an uber-cheap meal, at least by today's standards. And we miss it.

    By Amanda Berkey 1 day ago Read More
  • Pressed cottage cheese in wooden bowl.

    The Canadian Costco Dairy Find That's The Versatile Protein Boost Your Meals Need

    This high-protein, low-fat cheese can be used in a wide range of sweet and savory recipes, and it comes in a whopping 2-pound block at Costco.

    By Craig Mattson 1 day ago Read More
  • messy pantry

    Shoppers Are Raving About Costco's Pantry Storage Staple: 'They Hold Almost Anything!'

    Organize an untidy pantry with this useful storage tool that's bult handle mess and clutter while keeping shelves in a more orderly condition.

    By Jennifer Magid 1 day ago Read More
  • A pile of frozen strawberries with their stems.

    The Huge Frozen Food Recall That Impacted 325,000 Pounds Of Fruit (At Aldi, Trader Joe's And Costco)

    Several frozen fruit products sold at Aldi, Trader Joe’s, and Costco were recalled in 2023, including popular brands like Simply Nature and Vital Choice.

    By Tim Forster 2 days ago Read More
  • Long checkout lines at Costco

    How This Costco Executive Membership Perk Is Benefiting Members At Any Level

    Costco is a loved big-box store known for its bulk items and steep discounts. Members are able to enjoy certain perks, and this one is helping all shoppers.

    By Gerard Jones 2 days ago Read More
  • Trader Joe's shopping bags inside a store location

    Why Some Trader Joe's Shoppers Think The Brand's Frozen Mashed Potatoes Belong In The Trash

    Many, if not most, of Trader Joe's frozen food options turn out to be hits, but this particular offering from the well-priced grocery store isn't well-loved.

    By Robert Bruce 2 days ago Read More
  • A close-up image of frozen broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots with frost forming around them.

    The Common Red Flag To Know About When Buying Frozen Veggies

    This simple test will help you tell whether a bag of store-bought frozen vegetables has been potentially thawed and refrozen before hitting the shelf.

    By Macy Sandel 2 days ago Read More
  • Aisle in a thrift store

    The Thrift Store Kitchen Find That Could Be Worth A Wad Of Cash (If It Still Works)

    You never know what treasures await at thrift and antique stores, and some hidden gems are definitely worth digging through the clutter to discover.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green 2 days ago Read More
  • Lidl bakery filled with fresh breads

    'By Far The Best': The Grocery Store Bakery Reddit Raves About

    Pastry lovers and bread fanatics on Reddit can't get enough of this grocery store's bakery, which provides a plethora of options at super-low prices.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 2 days ago Read More
  • The beef section at a Walmart store showing packages of steak and other meats

    Avoid Buying This Popular Steak Cut At Walmart: Here's Why

    While Walmart shoppers generally appreciate the retailer for its meat deals, there is one cut of steak in particular that you may want to steer clear of.

    By Brianna Gunter 2 days ago Read More
  • French toast sticks in boxes on table

    6 Frozen French Toast Brands, Ranked Worst To Best

    You may have had them growing up and then forgot about them in adulthood, but frozen French toast sticks are still around, so we tried and compared a bunch.

    By Sara Klimek 3 days ago Read More
  • A pair of hands holding a cup of hot tea with lemon

    The Thrift Store Gem That's Brewing Up A Storm Among Tea Drinkers

    This cute, practical kitchen gadget adds the perfect touch of whimsy to your kitchen, or makes a great gift for the tea lovers in your life.

    By Jane Chertoff 3 days ago Read More
  • beautifully decorated kitchen with storage items

    6 Walmart Kitchen Storage Solutions That Look High-End For Less

    These sleek storage solutions are available on Walmart's website for a steal, but they look like they're straight from the pages of a high-end catalog.

    By Robyn Blocker 3 days ago Read More
  • Tortillas on a wooden surface

    9 Store-Bought Tortilla Brands Ranked Worst To Best

    We taste-tested popular store-bought tortillas, judging flavor, texture, and flexibility to find the best wraps for tacos, burritos, and everyday meals.

    By Sara Klimek 3 days ago Read More
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