Costco is one of the best stores to shop at when you need to buy items in bulk and are looking for a deal, a steal, or a bargain -- and with the rising popularity of avocados, these green babies can get pretty expensive. However, you should think twice before buying avocados at the wholesale chain.
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If you have recently eaten delicate fresh pasta, the dry boxed variety can be pretty disappointing. Fortunately for us, Whole Foods stocks both fresh pastas and good quality-dried versions in bulk. Even if you can't shop in the bulk section, they probably carry some pasta that will suit your needs.
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Dollar Tree sells instant coffee, regular and decaf, but the internet has spoken and while it may offend some coffee drinkers' sensibility, there's definitely a contingency that is not a fan of the Dollar Tree coffee.
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Everyone loves a good slice of pie. Still, in this hectic modern life, who has time to actually hit the kitchen and bake them on the regular, let alone eat giant slices on a daily basis? Fortunately, Sam's Club has offered its members a convenient way to make tiny, delicious mini-pies to die for.
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With its "get the membership, get the savings" attitude, Sam's Club seems like a chain that wears its heart on its sleeve and steers away from hidden tricks. Of course, that's not exactly the case. Sam's Club has all sorts of secrets, including a cool, hidden code it uses to mark discounted items.
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Costco carries a Blue Crab Spread from Inland Market, and while it's delicious, you might want to think twice before shelling out for this fishy dip.
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Comments on the coupon and savings blog Hip 2 Save relayed some interesting and unpleasant observations about the texture of Costco's pumpkin pie that are definitely cause for concern. Users were perplexed and dismayed by the presence of grit and sand in the pumpkin pie filling.
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Have you ever bought eggs at Costco? Did you think twice about it? Well, you might want to read this before going back for more.
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If you're a homegrown Southerner, then chances are you've at least heard of Hoppin' John, even if it isn't part of your annual New Year's Day meal. The classic New Year's dish includes peas, pork, and rice, and it's been around since the 1800s.
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Eggs can carry salmonella. While most people will recover from the infection without treatment, it can be a particularly nasty form of food poisoning.
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Many people might feel intimidated when visiting the butcher. But ordering meat from your local butcher can be quite easy. However, there are a few pointers you need to know that'll put you above the rest next time you're buying meat.
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The Chopping Block reminds us of the old adage that you should only flip a steak once, whether cooking it on a stovetop or a grill. According to Serious Eats, science states otherwise, which is great news for multi-flip steak cooks everywhere.
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Researchers found that the use of artificial sweeteners grew by 200 percent in children, and by 54 percent in adults, between 2000-2012. Studies show that parents do not want to give them to their children, yet 77 percent of respondents can't always identify artificial sweeteners in products.
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As the popularity of sushi has grown, so has the prevalence of wasabi -- including counterfeits. As HuffPost breathlessly announced in 2015, some restaurants and allegedly wasabi-flavored snacks substitute a mixture of horseradish, mustard, and food coloring for the real thing.
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A cross between Macoun and Honeygold varieties, the Honeycrisp apple was developed to stand up against the harsh temperatures of winter (via TC Times). But surprisingly, per Bloomberg, this apple really didn't take off until the 1980s.
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Aldi is known for supplying customers with great deals and extra sweet finds. One Aldi product that is getting a lot of attention on Instagram as of late is Mama Cozzi's Macaroni and Cheese Deli Pizza. What makes this pizza special? Here's what people have to say about it.
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If you're looking to shop smart and get the most out of your dollar, you may want to avoid buying your poultry at Kroger. Though it may once have been a great option, now things don't look so good in the poultry department.
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Every chain is prone to the occasional misfire, and Aldi's had its share of products with terrible reviews. Recently, some consumers have pointed out that the discount grocery store chain's Flex trash bags might very well turn out to be one of these cases.
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Nothing screams autumnal bliss quite like a trip to Trader Joe's in October. Here are the top Trader Joe's fall favorite foods ranked from worst to best.
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There was a point in time in which lard was used for cooking in the same way butter is used today. Here is why you should consider using it.
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Red pesto, green pesto. The difference? Simple: the tomatoes. The tomatoes not only affect the color of the sauce, but they also alter the taste, making it richer.
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On September 30, CNN reported on Walmart's massive redesign that will affect 200 stores by the end of 2020, and a further 1,000 by the end of 2021. What's it all about?
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October is National Pizza Month and we think there's no better choice to celebrate during the spookiest season, since there's plenty of scary movie nights ahead perfectly polished off with a slice or three. Here are several ways you can take advantage of this year's celebrations.
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Irish butter is just creamier and richer than ordinary butter, and it adds those qualities to whatever you cook with it or eat with it. While people love the Aldi version, the product just got an update that just might make it even better.
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While the classic Lay's bag may be unassuming in every way, there's a lot of history behind the potato chip brand as well as a bit of controversy.
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In a move that brings to mind the many recent collaborations between breweries and coffee companies, self-proclaimed "America's Oldest Brewery" Yuengling is teaming up with chocolate company Hershey's to bring back their popular Yuengling Hershey's Chocolate Porter.
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According to the New York Times, truly traditional Irish stew contains only a few ingredients: mutton, onions, potatoes, and sometimes carrots, instantly distinguishing it from a stew made from beef. Irish stew is also typically thickened with mashed potatoes.
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