few things were as universally loved by '90s kids as Sunny Delight. Children loved its bright orange color and distinctive, yet somewhat hard-to-define, flavor. Parents thought it was similar to orange juice and healthier than regular soft drinks, so they were happy to buy it for their children.
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If you're a health-conscious person simply looking to get the best bang for your buck but get stumped when looking for protein bars, you're not alone. Some of the strongest contenders in this space are two brands: Quest and Costco's in-house brand, Kirkland. But which is better?
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Rumor has it these Kirkwood Chicken Breast Tenderloins have been available at Aldi in the past (TheALDINerd Facebook group posted about them back in 2019) and now they've been brought back as a special item.
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Basmati rice is traditionally grown in Pakistan and the Northern Indian region of Punjab, a staple of East Asian and Indian households all over the world.
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Cheddar packs a little something extra that may cause you to think twice when grabbing that extra slice. Salt. Quite a bit of it, actually.
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Does the word mean something profound in another language? Did a group of marketing professionals determine that "Snickers" sounded like a great name for candy?
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German discount grocer Aldi has quickly become a cult favorite supermarket in the United States. The supermarket provides its customers with quality ingredients at amazing or erstaunlich prices. Avid Aldi super fans and head food shoppers for families know that nothing beats a great deal.
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How deep is your love for pumpkin spice?
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Curbside pickup is becoming more popular in a post-Covid world, which makes it surprising the first place you'd think to go to panic-buy enough toilet paper for months, Costco, still doesn't offer the service. It's strange when you consider they're really the only store among their competitors.
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back when Mars Wrigley invented the bars, introduced after Milky Way and Snickers (via Mars), the confection came in three different flavors: chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry in one Neopolitan-esque package. Thus the connection to the Musketeers of literature.
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Aldi's website doesn't mention in-store butchers, and you can't even find their average salaries on Indeed ... because the company flat out doesn't employ in-house butchers in its stores. But what could have prompted Aldi to avoid such a basic grocery store service?
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Clear space in your freezer and head to Costco as soon as possible because they are now carrying a vegan version of a Dreamsicle that is completely drool-worthy. Vegans, dairy-freers, and anyone who just appreciates minimal, natural ingredients — this one's for you.
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If you're sensitive to soy but a big fan of Asian cuisine, you might have heard of the trendy, new soy sauce alternative called coconut aminos. Coconut aminos taste like a slightly sweeter, milder version of light soy sauce, almost like teriyaki sauce.
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Whole Foods is known for many things — its wide selection of organic groceries, and its impressive array of cheeses. What it's not known for — at least at the moment — is for reasonable pricing. That might be changing, though.
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While we've all heard the jokes surrounding the authenticity and quality of "gas station sushi", this bad rap may unfortunately hold true for Trader Joe's.
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While pumpkin spice tends to reign over the seasonal coffee flavors, just adding a touch of spice to your morning coffee can make it taste even cozier.
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Oreo fans have had a lot be excited for this year. Earlier, Oreo came out with a new Java chip flavor and then brought back seasonal favorite product Cookie Pop Halloween Oreo Popcorn. Recently, fans began spotting a new and improved Gingerbread winter holiday flavor in stores.
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Amazon's major competitors in the retail area, per Investopedia, include big names such as Target, Walmart, Best Buy, and Costco, but there's another warehouse store that's shooting up in the ranks in a big way.
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One glaring omission from the world of vegan-friendly, animal protein substitutes has been patched with JUST Egg, a plant-based egg substitute.
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One of the biggest reasons Costco has garnered so many loyal fans is the quality of its store brand products. The latest Kirkland product has really grabbed the attention of customers, however, and not just because it tastes so good.
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A majority of people in the United States consume caffeine in some form or other, but just as we're buying more booze to drink at home and less from bars and restaurants, our caffeine habits have been warped by the COVID-19 pandemic as well.
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Labelling is everything when it comes to food products, particularly if potential allergens are involved, which is exactly the case with the latest food recall involving Willow Tree Poultry Farm's Classic Chicken Salad. The government's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced the recall.
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Many Costco fans know the warehouse's hot dog and soda combo has remained at the same price, $1.50, since it was first introduced into its food courts back in 1984. The deal is particularly valuable — according to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics' inflation calculator, the meal ought to be $3.65.
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Starting next year, you won't find Uncle Ben's rice on shelves. The popular brand of rice will still be available, but under a new name that feels inclusive.
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When it comes to meat, while the quality Aldi is not necessarily bad, you may want to check out your other options.
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With the coffee industry earning an estimated $60 billion per year, it makes sense coffee beans are so readily available, from grocery stores to wholesale sellers to coffee shops -- but we're here to tell you the place you should really be buying your beans from is Target.
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Anyone who knows of Aldi knows about their cut-to-the-bone style that allows for low prices. However, these reasons don't completely explain why the cheese, in particular, is so cheap. Aldi can get away with selling good supermarket cheeses at a low price thanks to private labeling.
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