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  • Judy Joo on red carpet

    Why Judy Joo Never Buys Frozen Lobster

    When it comes to lobster, in most places you have an option to buy fresh or frozen. But there are many pro chefs like Judy Joo who say never to buy it frozen.

    By Carly Weaver January 13th, 2024 Read More
  • person shopping in supermarket aisle

    The Important Number You're Ignoring On Grocery Store Price Tags

    There are plenty of ways to save money at the grocery store, but missing out on this small part of each price tag may be costing you more than you know.

    By Chris Sands January 7th, 2024 Read More
  • Shopper holding an apple

    Ina Garten's Etiquette Rule For Grocery Store Fruit Stands

    When shopping for produce, Ina Garten strongly recommends against a certain common habit, and there are plenty of alternatives to try instead.

    By Hannah Beach January 6th, 2024 Read More
  • Cooked shell-on shrimp with dip

    Why It's Never Worth It To Buy Pre-Cleaned Shrimp

    Preparing fresh shrimp for a meal can be a labor of love, not to mention time-consuming. But even so here's why it's never worth it to buy pre-cleaned shrimp.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen January 6th, 2024 Read More
  • Shopper using self-checkout

    Why Grocery Store Express Lanes Aren't Always Faster

    This is why the self-checkout express lane at your grocery store can end up taking so long, plus tips for how to actually pick the fastest checkout lane.

    By Hannah Beach January 6th, 2024 Read More
  • Jet Tila attends the Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival on October 14, 2023 in New York City.

    Why Chef Jet Tila Never Buys Frozen Spinach

    If you're a fan of Chef Jet Tila, you might want to take a tip from his techniques and never buy frozen spinach. Here's why he always opts for the fresh stuff.

    By Annie Epstein January 4th, 2024 Read More
  • Campbell's tomato soup cans stacked

    Ranking 13 Tomato Soup Brands

    With so many different brands of tomato soup on the market, you may be wondering which is the best. Here's our ranking of 13 popular tomato soup brands.

    By Suzannah Kolbeck December 31st, 2023 Read More
  • Bowl of kiwis on wooden board

    Why Hairy Fruits Are Juicier

    You may sometimes notice small hairs on your fruit, from raspberries to tomatoes. What are they and why are they important to keeping fruit juicy?

    By Catherine Rickman December 31st, 2023 Read More
  • whole star fruit in bag and sliced star fruit on cutting board

    How To Pick The Best Star Fruit At The Grocery Store

    If you're looking to try star fruit for the first time, follow these tips for picking a ripe fruit with the best flavor, plus ideas on how to use it.

    By Jennifer Waldera December 30th, 2023 Read More
  • waiter sabering magnum Champagne bottle

    Why It Always Pays To Buy Magnum Champagne

    Magnum Champagne bottles have a reputation as fancy and pricey, but here's why it actually pays to buy magnum-sized bottles instead of regular champagne.

    By Chris Sands December 26th, 2023 Read More
  • Ina Garten at 2018 Mary Poppins 2 premiere in LA

    What Ina Garten Asks Her Butcher While Ordering Lamb Chops

    For an elegant presentation, Ina Garten asks her grocery shop butcher to do this one thing to her order of lamb chops or to her rack of lamb.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt December 26th, 2023 Read More
  • Grapefruits on wooden plate

    How To Choose The Tastiest Grapefruit At The Store

    These are the signs to look for in order to find a perfectly ripe grapefruit at the store, plus how to use this sweet-tart fruit in your recipes.

    By Erica Martinez December 25th, 2023 Read More
  • Person carries reusable delivery bag

    The Reusable Grocery Bags Your Favorite Delivery Services Use

    If you worry about food spoilage or broken bags while grocery shopping, take a tip from the experts and invest in the reusable bags used by delivery services.

    By Annie Epstein December 24th, 2023 Read More
  • spaghetti bolognese in takeout container

    Why You Should Never Buy Reheatable Pasta At The Grocery Store

    It may be tempting to buy pre-made dishes at the grocery store to cook up dinner in a flash, but know that you should never choose reheatable pasta.

    By Jennifer Mathews December 24th, 2023 Read More
  • sliced roasted ham on a plate

    The Ham Labels You Need To Avoid At The Grocery Store

    Whether you're planning a nice holiday meal or simply a big weekend brunch, it pays to always avoid ham that has too much water when shopping at the store.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen December 20th, 2023 Read More
  • variety of peanut butter brands

    12 Jarred Peanut Butter Brands, Ranked

    Creamy, nutty peanut better -- great by the spoonful or spread on top of almost whatever. With so many choices, it may be hard to decide. Here's our ranking.

    By Lauren Bair December 16th, 2023 Read More
  • carton of mixed color eggs

    14 Confusing Egg Carton Labels, Explained

    We get it. Egg carton labels can be totally confusing. But we're ironing out some of the confusion right now by giving you insight into label meanings.

    By James Hastings December 15th, 2023 Read More
  • Brands of canned tuna on store shelves

    The Risk You Can Easily Avoid By Reading Canned Tuna Labels

    If you eat canned tuna on a regular basis, you'll want to look closely at the labels on the cans you buy, or you could put yourself at a major health risk.

    By Avery Tomaso December 6th, 2023 Read More
  • woman sampling grapes

    Why It's Socially Acceptable To Sample Grapes At The Store

    You've likely seen it happen even if you haven't done it yourself -- having a cheeky sample of a grape at the store. So how did this practice become common?

    By Chris Sands November 25th, 2023 Read More
  • Mobile food ordering app

    The Chain Restaurants Giving Away Free Food On Cyber Monday

    All that scoping out the best deals on Cyber Monday is bound to work up an appetite. Here's how you can score some free food to fuel you as you shop.

    By Hannah Beach November 23rd, 2023 Read More
  • Woman holding gift card in restaurant

    The Best Restaurant Gift Card Deals To Snag On Cyber Monday

    Cyber Monday is going to be full to the brim with shopping -- fortunately, you can fuel up with some great deals and snag yourself these bonus gift cards.

    By Catherine Rickman November 23rd, 2023 Read More
  • 5 new flavors of Popeyes wings

    Popeyes Adds Wings To Permanent Menu In 5 Bold Flavors

    Popeyes is known for its famous New Orleans fried chicken sandwich, but its wings are equally delicious -- and now they're on the permanent menu.

    By Erica Martinez November 22nd, 2023 Read More
  • different kitchen appliances displayed

    The Kitchen Appliance Deals That Are Worth The Black Friday Madness

    It's that time of year again - for Black Friday deals! When it comes to kitchen appliances like Nespresso machines and KitchenAid mixers, these are worth it.

    By Jennifer Mathews November 20th, 2023 Read More
  • Person pushing costco shopping trolley

    Your Costco Cart Has A Special Feature For Wine Bottles

    Do you love Costco's high-quality wine selection, priced at amazing rates? You're not the only one, but if you aren't using this cart hack, you're missing out.

    By Chris Sands November 7th, 2023 Read More
  • Shopping cart full of produce

    It May Be Bad Etiquette To Take Produce To Self-Checkout

    If you are buying fresh fruits and veggies at the grocery store, it actually might be bad etiquette to ring up your purchase at the self-checkout.

    By Hannah Beach November 6th, 2023 Read More
  • Ina Garten smiling at an event

    The Iconic Store-Bought Pasta Sauce Ina Garten Uses Constantly

    It's no secret that Ina Garten is a huge fan of store-bought ingredients and when it comes to pasta sauce, this is the brand she uses constantly.

    By Jennifer Mathews November 2nd, 2023 Read More
  • variety of beans

    6 Canned Beans You Should Buy And 6 You Should Leave At The Store

    Some canned beans are amazing. Some not so much. Let's take a peak into the world of canned beans -- those you should buy and those you should ignore.

    By Brian Good October 29th, 2023 Read More
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