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  • A person grabbing a package of salmon at a grocery store

    The 7 Absolute Best Grocery Store Chains For Buying Seafood

    At your average grocery store, not all seafood can be found freshly caught at a reasonable price. However, these 7 chains are where to look when buying it.

    By Hunter Reis 15 days ago Read More
  • An aisle inside an Aldi store with shoppers

    The Aldi Essential That's Becoming Less And Less Affordable

    Aldi remains one the most affordable grocery store chains in the U.S., but even Aldi is not safe from price hikes. This popular staple keeps rising in cost.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green 15 days ago Read More
  • Small glass mason jar filled with layered ingredients of hot cocoa with pine cones in background

    These Festive Dollar Store Glass Jars Make The Cutest Holiday Gifts

    Holiday gifts don't have to be expensive to impress. Use these cute jars to create homemade treasures that express your gratitude and love.

    By Greta Pano 15 days ago Read More
  • Chef slicing crab sticks on cutting board

    The Best Imitation Crab Brand Sold In Stores Tastes Like The Real Deal

    Store-bought imitation crab can be hit or miss, with the duds reading as overly fishy and fake. This brand, however, tastes like the real deal.

    By Craig Mattson 16 days ago Read More
  • Aisle of kitchen essentials at Dollar Tree

    Tidy Your Kitchen Counters With A $1.50 Dollar Tree Storage Gem Everyone's Grabbing

    Keep your space clutter-free with this affordable hack that shoppers love for keeping kitchens, bathrooms, and other rooms around the house organized.

    By Jane Chertoff 16 days ago Read More
  • An iced latte on a black coaster that is on a white table

    The Aldi Find That Lets You Recreate Starbucks' Protein Coffee At Home

    Fans of Starbucks' high-protein coffees who want to recreate the drink in their own kitchens should check out one Aldi product in particular.

    By Tara Bowen 17 days ago Read More
  • Woman putting plastic food wrap over glass container with fresh vegetables at white marble table, closeup

    Say Goodbye To Plastic Wrap That Doesn't Stick With A Genius Dollar Tree Find

    Tired of plastic wrap sticking to itself while trying to cover your leftovers? This genius Dollar Tree find will get the job done with minimal hassle.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 17 days ago Read More
  • Food items being scanned at a grocery store till

    Avoid Buying Your Groceries From This Store. (It's One Of The Priciest Around)

    Some supermarkets are so expensive that shoppers gasp at the prices. This is one of those grocery stores. But it might be worth a trip for its unique items.

    By Amara Michelle 17 days ago Read More
  • Red Baron pizzas on table

    I Tried And Ranked 9 Red Baron Frozen Pizzas, Worst To Best

    The brand Red Baron dominates the frozen pizza section in the grocery store, so we decided to try as many pizza varieties from the brand as we could.

    By Sara Klimek 18 days ago Read More
  • Pumpkin pie decorated with pecan nuts and seeds on a wooden table

    The Store-Brand Pumpkin Pie You Should Avoid Buying At All Cost

    Chowhound ranked six store-bought pumpkin pies, and it was apparent this version wasn't going to make its way back to the cart ever again.

    By Amara Michelle 18 days ago Read More
  • A thrift shore's shelves are lined with tons of ceramic kitchen items and figurines.

    The Retro Kitchen Staple Making A Charming Comeback On Thrift Shelves

    Take a look at the kitchenwares section of any thrift store and you're likely to find this old-school culinary item that's equal parts practical and decorative.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 18 days ago Read More
  • Person picking up Trader Joe's brown paper shopping bags

    My 5 Favorite Frozen Dinners From Trader Joe's Under $5

    Trader Joe's has so many frozen food options that are tasty, substantial, easy to heat up on a busy day, and also affordable. Here are some of our favorites.

    By Lauren Bulla 18 days ago Read More
  • Packages of Kit Kats

    The Kit Kat Flavor Everyone Wants But You Won't See In US Grocery Stores

    Kit Kats come in tons of flavors, from classic milk chocolate to trendy matcha. But there's one popular Australian flavor you won't find on shelves in the U.S.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green 18 days ago Read More
  • A collection of various fruits and vegetables

    The Ikea Storage Basket That Keeps Produce Fresh And Looks Good Doing It

    Looking for other trusty vessels for your produce beyond the usual fruit baskets and ceramic bowls? Look no further than these fun offerings at Ikea.

    By Jane Chertoff 19 days ago Read More
  • a variety of pasta shapes on a counter

    The Trader Joe's Pasta That Makes Even Lazy Meals Taste Gourmet

    Trader Joe's offers plenty of pastas, but this particular offering is well-suited to making gourmet-like meals with far less effort than usual.

    By Sonora Slater 19 days ago Read More
  • Costco bakery section

    The Hands-Down Best Frozen Dessert At Costco Is A Kirkland Classic

    Costco has plenty of must-have frozen desserts, but only one can be its very best. It also happens to be an all-time classic Kirkland-brand treat.

    By Greta Pano 19 days ago Read More
  • Baked sweet potatoes with rosemary.

    Here's How To Choose The Absolute Best Sweet Potatoes This Fall

    No fall feast is complete without a side of mashed or fried sweet potatoes, but you'll need to watch out for these red flags to buy and store them properly.

    By Jaime Jacques 19 days ago Read More
  • Baking tools and ingredients like a whisk and a bowl of flour are arranged around an empty space.

    Stop Spending A Fortune On This Mixer: Thrift A Secondhand Version Instead

    KitchenAid's name is synonymous with its stand mixer, but it's really expensive. Fortunately, it isn't too hard to find them for less on the secondary market.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 19 days ago Read More
  • Tomato soup in a black mug, surrounded by whole tomatoes and herbs

    Look For These Mugs At The Thrift Store To Whip Up The Best Old-School Soups

    There's yet another type of kitchenware to keep an eye out for at the thrift store: a collectible mug series popular in the '80s and '90s with soup recipes.

    By Jane Chertoff 19 days ago Read More
  • Hands putting a pumpkin pie on a table

    The Absolute Best Store-Bought Pumpkin Pie Smells And Tastes Homemade

    Want the pleasure of eating pumpkin pie that tastes and feels homemade but without the hassle of baking one from scratch? This store-bought option is for you.

    By Jenna Rapsis 20 days ago Read More
  • A loaf of sourdough bread on a wooden board

    Aldi's Sourdough Bread Is The Best In Stores (And It's Under $4)

    Good sourdough should have minimal ingredients, a subtle tangy flavor, and a soft texture with a crunchy crust. Aldi's loaf ticks all these boxes.

    By Shriya Swaminathan 20 days ago Read More
  • Plate of gingerbread cookies with frosting

    9 Easy And Affordable Cookie Decorating Kits

    Whether you're hosting a holiday party or looking for something to do with your kids, we found some great options for cookie decorating kits this season.

    By Sara Klimek 20 days ago Read More
  • Stockings with gifts

    20 Trader Joe's Stocking Stuffers You Need In 2025

    With the holidays here once again, it's time to find the best stocking stuffers. If you're a Trader Joe's fan, make sure you grab some of these.

    By Julia Mullaney 20 days ago Read More
  • A gloved hand placing a wrapped gift inside of a Christmas stocking

    16 Aldi Stocking Stuffers You Need In 2025

    Finding exciting new items to stuff all your holiday stockings with can be a struggle, so we found the 16 best stocking stuffers at Aldi to make it easier.

    By Eugenia Lazaris 20 days ago Read More
  • beef stew in a blue bowl with a silver spoon

    Why We Ranked The Canned Beef Stew From This Brand The Absolute Best

    After tasting and ranking several brands, one canned beef stew reigned supreme. Discover why this historic brand is considered the classic comfort stew.

    By Amara Michelle 21 days ago Read More
  • Sliced sourdough bread on a kitchen towel

    Shopping For Sourdough Bread? Avoid This Grocery Store Brand Every Time

    A good sourdough should have a light and airy crumb, a crisp crust, and a slight tangy flavor. Unfortunately, this pricey loaf disappointed in all categories.

    By Jenna Rapsis 22 days ago Read More
  • Hands holding a cup of coffee

    Reheat Coffee With Ease Thanks To This Nifty Tool

    There are a number of different ways to reheat your cup of joe, but one incredibly convenient and clever kitchen gadget makes keeping coffee hot a breeze.

    By Jenna Rapsis 22 days ago Read More
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