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  • Sprouts farmers market shopping bags

    Does Sprouts Still Offer Its Sampling Program? Here's What We Know

    Once upon a time, Sprouts was known for an amazing free sample program, but does that program still exist? Here's what to know about the grocery freebies.

    By Jennifer Magid 4 months ago Read More
  • A Costco shopping cart

    The Place Costco Employees Would Prefer You Grab Your Shopping Cart From (It's Probably Not Where You Think)

    If you walk into Costco and grab a shopping cart right away, you might actually be making the employees' jobs harder. Here's where to get your cart instead.

    By David Bugg 4 months ago Read More
  • Trader Joe's pizza section

    The Best Frozen Pizza At Trader Joe's Is A Flaky French Delight

    Trader Joe's has tons of tasty meal options. But when it comes to frozen pizzas, this one in particular came out on top. Here's why this pie is worth buying.

    By Jenna Rapsis 4 months ago Read More
  • drinking coconut with straw on beach

    Costco's Sweet Drinking Coconuts Bring A Taste Of The Tropics Home

    On the hunt for the hottest Costco finds? Fruit lovers should grab a pack of these drinking coconuts, filled with sweet juice. Here's what's special about them.

    By Shriya Swaminathan 4 months ago Read More
  • Three different bottles of oil

    Storing Oils And Condiments Is So Convenient With This Dollar Tree Gem

    Dollar Tree has so many great finds for kitchen storage. These little containers are sleek yet sturdy and functional enough to store all your liquids in.

    By David Bugg 4 months ago Read More
  • Dollar Tree employee working

    The Dollar Tree Grocery Shopping Mistake Everyone Makes

    The Dollar Tree is a great place to go find low-cost items to fill your pantry with, but there's one big mistake almost everyone makes during a trip.

    By Jennifer Magid 5 months ago Read More
  • Two bowls of turkey chili with garnishes

    The Canned Trader Joe's Chili That Shoppers Are Calling 'Inedible'

    Trader Joe's fans may want to skip this canned chili. Briefly discontinued and brought back with a new (reportedly worse) recipe, it's best left on the shelf.

    By Tara Bowen 5 months ago Read More
  • Customers walking into a Kroger store from the parking lot

    What Is Kroger's Return Policy?

    You can return most grocery items to Kroger within 30 days of purchase, but here's everything you need to know before getting your money back.

    By Tim Forster 5 months ago Read More
  • View down one of Costco's aisles

    Costco's Best New Items To Add To Your Cart In September 2025

    Costco is always rolling out new products, and with fall quickly approaching, we found a few must-have items you'll want to snag at your warehouse in September.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 5 months ago Read More
  • People shopping for meat at Costco's meat department

    Grab This Convenient Cut Of Meat From Costco For Quick, Protein-Packed Meals

    Costco is full of excellent items worth stocking up on, but it's easy to miss this convenient cut of meat that makes for some exceptionally easy meal prepping.

    By Macy Sandel 5 months ago Read More
  • The produce section inside a Sprouts Farmer Market

    What's The Best Day Of The Week To Shop At Sprouts?

    Sprouts is a great supermarket for natural and organic goods, but like any grocery store, it has better days to visit. This is the best day to shop at Sprouts.

    By Betsy Parks 5 months ago Read More
  • a dragon fruit and lime drink in a plastic cup

    The Trader Joe's Starbucks Dragon Drink Dupe Shoppers Are Rushing To Grab

    Starbucks' pink-hued Dragon Drink is a popular beverage among fans. But for those who'd like to sip on it at home, Trader Joe's seems to have a worthy dupe.

    By Tara Bowen 5 months ago Read More
  • The exterior of an Aldi

    Is This Common Aldi Cart Myth Stopping You From Shopping There?

    Aldi is a super inexpensive option for groceries that has won over American shoppers, but does the store charge customers to use their shopping carts?

    By Sean Pagnotti 5 months ago Read More
  • a group of people having a barbecue hang

    8 2025 Costco Finds You Need For Your Labor Day BBQ

    Costco has your back when shopping for a Labor Day BBQ. Here are eight Costco finds, both edible and otherwise, that will complete your gathering.

    By Sonora Slater 5 months ago Read More
  • Aldi grocery store seafood section with a sign saying 'We have a responsibility to you and the world around us'

    The Aldi Seafood Scandal That Left Us Quite Unsettled

    Aldi isn't immune to the occasional scandal. One shocking event in 2017 involving seafood left us unsettled and concerned about the sources of the store's fish.

    By Eugenia Lazaris 5 months ago Read More
  • People in Aldi aisle

    The Sweet Aldi Fall Find I'm Buying On Repeat

    Aldi is beloved for its many exceptional seasonal offerings, and its fall-related foods are no exception. This year, you have to grab this sweet find.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 5 months ago Read More
  • Person pushing a cart down a Costco aisle

    Why You Don't See Costco's Kirkland Signature Boxed Mac And Cheese On Shelves Anymore

    Costco's Kirkland Signature product line once included its very own boxed mac and cheese, but it has since disappeared entirely from stores. Here's why.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 5 months ago Read More
  • Checkout lanes at Walmart

    Where Are Most Of Walmart's Great Value Food Products Made?

    Walmart is known for its affordable groceries under the Great Value label. Discover which companies manufacture these products and where they're made.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green 5 months ago Read More
  • Assortment of Aldi dips on a wooden background

    9 Aldi Dips You Should Always Buy, And 8 You Should Avoid

    From guac to queso, Aldi has a range of dips for your chips, veggies, and pretzels. Here are the ones we think are the most and least worth loading up on.

    By Sara Klimek 5 months ago Read More
  • Person's hand reaching into fridge full of produce for a bowl of tomatoes

    The Affordable Ikea Storage Find That Keeps Produce Fresh And Organized

    Trying to keep the contents of your fridge in check? This budget-friendly find from Ikea will help your produce last longer and keep your fridge tidy, too.

    By Jennifer Magid 5 months ago Read More
  • Exterior of a Publix grocery store

    The Publix Mac And Cheese That'll Ruin Boxed Versions For You

    If you're headed to the Publix deli section, you need to snag this incredibly delicious and luxe mac and cheese.

    By Robert Bruce 5 months ago Read More
  • The bakery section of a Walmart store

    The Walmart Bakery Item That's Not Worth Spending Your Money On

    Walmart's bakery produces plenty of rich and flavorful baked goods, but there's one bland pastry you might want to leave out of your shopping cart.

    By Tony Cooper 5 months ago Read More
  • wagyu burgers on the grill

    Enjoy Rich Wagyu Flavor For Less By Snagging Costco's Kirkland Burger Patties

    Craving some tender, juicy wagyu beef? You can get some at Costco for less than you'd ever expect. Here's where to find them and what to know about the product.

    By Jessica Riggio 5 months ago Read More
  • Two aldi workers stocking the fridge section

    The Aldi Shopping Myth You Need To Stop Believing

    If you're hesitant to shop at Aldi, maybe forgetting about this one common Aldi shopping myth will put the grocery store chain in a more favorable light.

    By Amanda Berkey 5 months ago Read More
  • Photo of grocery basket

    This Is 2025's Most Trusted Grocery Store In The Entire US (And It's Not Costco)

    There's pretty intense competition between grocery store brands with shoppers taking sides. In 2025, many people placed their trust in this chain.

    By David Bugg 5 months ago Read More
  • Reynolds wrap, a stack of measuring cups, a pair of tongs, and a mesh strainer

    10 Kitchen Essentials You Should Be Grabbing From Dollar Tree

    While it may not be the first store you think of to go to when you need a kitchen essential, the Dollar Tree actually offers some great kitchen items for cheap.

    By Samuel W Allenton 5 months ago Read More
  • shoppers in a costco aisle

    The Costco Shopping Habit That Might Be Costing You Hundreds Of Dollars

    If you shop at Costco all the time, you might be committing this one shopping mistake that's leading you to overspend instead of saving you money.

    By Gerard Jones 5 months ago Read More
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