Should You Be Pouring Vinegar Down Your Kitchen Drain?
A stinky, backed-up sink is no match for a regular drain-cleaning routine that includes vinegar -- but there are some sinks that can't handle it.
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Avery Tomaso
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The 5 Most Overpriced Appliance Brands
Choosing appliances for your home can be overwhelming. Even if you have the budget to splurge on some of these expensive brands, some aren't worth it.
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Which Wholesale Club Is Cheaper: Sam's Club, Costco, Or BJ's?
With the price of groceries on the rise, wholesale clubs like Coscto, Sam's Club, and BJ's are great money-saving alternatives, but which is the best value?
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The 'Luxury' Kitchen Appliance Gen Z Considers A Necessity
The list of kitchen gadgets available these days seems endless, and some of them can be seen as upscale or frivolous. For Gen Z, this appliance is a must-have.
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The Dollar Tree Find That Makes Your Fridge Shine
Dollar Tree is a great place to buy affordable products that can be used in multiple ways. This item offers a quick and easy solution to keep your fridge clean.
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Is The Sam's Club Return Policy Better Than Costco's?
Sam's Club and Costco have certain rules regarding what you're allowed to return and when. Customers may prefer one store's refund policy over the other.
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The Trader Joe's Soup That Doubles As A Decadent Pasta Sauce
If you love pasta and seafood, you might want to try this Trader Joe's soup. It would make a great addition to spaghetti, ramen, and even mac and cheese.
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12 Old-School Restaurant Logos We Want To See Again
From how often we see them, restaurant logos are burned into our brains. So when one changes, it can throw us off. Here are some old-school logos we miss.
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Where Hot Ones' Chicken Wings Come From (And Why It's Not Always The Same Spot)
You might assume that "Hot Ones" gets its wings from a single place for consistency's sake. However, the show opts for multiple restaurants.
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The Best New Fall Fast Food Items 2025
The season is changing, which can only mean one thing: Fall flavors have returned to your favorite fast-food restaurants. Here are the best fall items for 2025.
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Unlock A New Layer Of Flavor In Coffee With This Retro Ingredient
Every year, it seems like there's a new way to flavor coffee. However, you can give your java a sweet, creamy boost with an old-school milkshake add-in.
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This Vintage Diner Staple Was A Pittsburgh Favorite, But Now It's Hard To Find
Pittsburgh is known for foods like the Primanti Bros. sandwich, yet some of its regional signatures, like this old diner order, are fading from memory.
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The Old-School Southern Comfort Food That Was A Johnny Cash Favorite
Johnny Cash was from Arkansas and loved eating Southern dishes that are considered old-school today. His favorite was this classic comfort food.
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This Old-School Steak Dish Was Born During WWII
World War II placed a strain on the nation's food supply. However, a bit of culinary creativity allowed meat-eaters to enjoy this unconventional take on steak.
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Will Using Cold Ingredients Ruin Your Cake?
Baking is a precise science, and every little detail matters. You may have even hear that using cold ingredients can flat out ruin a cake, but is that true?
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This Kitchen Appliance Brand Is No 1 In The US
YouGov conducted a survey of popular appliance brands. The top pick for kitchen-related devices is one of the biggest and best-known in the business.
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What Happened To Peekaboo Ice Cream After Shark Tank?
Peekaboo Ice Cream failed to make an impression on the "Shark Tank," but did the brand manage to succeed with consumers? Here's what happened after the show.
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This California Tavern Was Featured On Diners, Drive-Ins And Dives, But It's So Much More
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives has placed the spotlight on many unique eateries, but this family-owned California tavern sets itself apart with its rich history.
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Why Olive Garden Soup Tastes So Good
Olive Garden excels at making soup, but have you ever wondered how? Some of the keys to achieving great flavor are surprisingly straightforward.
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This Underrated Chicago Suburb Is A Hidden Paradise For Food Lovers
The Windy City of Chicago will blow you away with its many restaurants and distinctive foods. But don't forget to take a trip to the suburbs for great grub.
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The Vintage Cake The Early US Couldn't Get Enough Of
The history of the United States is a story of food. One early American dessert relied on an essential crop that has become emblematic of the autumn season.
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This Might Be The Best Sam's Club Bakery Item Of Summer 2025
Along with standbys and favorites like cakes, pies, and cookies, Sam's Club bakery introduces sweet and tasty seasonal items. This is our summer favorite.
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Rachael Ray Visited This New York Pizza Shop So Many Times It Named A Pizza After Her
When's she's not cooking, Food Network chef Rachael Ray enjoys a good slice of pizza, so much so that one of her favorite eateries named a pie for her.
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The Unique Way Alton Brown Makes A Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Food Network favorite Alton Brown is a culinary innovator, and his signature take on the classic grilled cheese sandwich is just as unique you would expect.
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What Happened To Campbell's Old-School Canned Fruit Soups?
You probably associate Campbell's soup with meaty or vegetable-heavy dishes. However, there was a time when the brand attempted to market fruit-based options.
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Want More Flavorful Corn? Add These 2 Pantry Staples To Your Boiling Water
Boiling water alone won't magically add flavor to your corn. However, there's an easy way to add sweetness and improve the food's flavor overall.
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Think Georgia Grows The Most Peaches? Think Again
With a nickname like the Peach State, Georgia sounds like it would produce most of America's peaches. Yet, a different coastal state boasts that distinction.
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