Aldi has recently stirred widespread controversy in the fruit supplies division by slashing the prices it usually pays growers, and the industry is going bananas (literally). The German-based company is reportedly planning to cut it's 2021 compensation for our favorite yellow fruit.
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Remember last March when you couldn't find toilet paper anywhere? As we approach a new cold and flu season, while still dealing with the coronavirus pandemic, grocers are looking to avoid the widespread shortages we experienced earlier by limiting supplies now. So what can you expect?
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Orville Redenbacher, the Popcorn King, is, of course, the originator of the eponymous brand of popping corn with his affable image on the label that is sold in grocery stores throughout the country. Learn more about him and his brand.
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Pickled herring may not initially make the list of fondness-conjuring word pairs for most Americans like buttered popcorn, mac and cheese, or grilled steak might, but maybe we shouldn't sleep on this one entirely. Herring are inexpensive, sustainable, and rich in omega-3 fatty acids.
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On Nov. 5, Joshua Bowling announced for the Arizona Republic that Aldi was set to open its first two stores in the state this week. Find out more about why, where, and when the stores will appear in Arizona.
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The blender is one of those kitchen tools that really gives you your money's worth: grinding up nuts, pureeing foods, blending together your favorite fruits for a smoothie, or even crushing ice in a matter of seconds. But did you know you should never put hot foods in your blender?
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You spent all day hovering over a hot oven; all of your friends and family are gathered around the table; the turkey is carved, cranberry sauce is jiggling, and the perfectly whipped mashed potatoes are being passed around -- then it happens. Cold gravy gets poured all over the beautiful bounty.
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We might have just finished celebrating Halloween, but the holidays are quickly approaching, and with them great deals. While Black Friday might be the day you think of most often for saving big on tons of kitchen items and appliances, Walmart is offering huge discounts even earlier this year.
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Popcorn is more than just a classic movie theater snack or microwaveable treat -- it's also a neat, old-school option for the holidays. A decorative popcorn tin filled with an assortment of flavors makes for a fun holiday gift. Still, what if you aren't in the mood for any old popcorn flavors?
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Each year, Walmart treats Oreo lovers to an absurdly great treat: The Oreo Ultimate Dunking Set. Walmart's Oreo Ultimate Dunking set is now back in Walmart stores and, if things are like last year, will sell out quickly this holiday season.
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This year, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Costco is switching things up in an unusual way for Black Friday. Instead of letting crowds in on just Black Friday, Costco is embracing online sales and shutting down this Thanksgiving.
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What's the reason that the Pringles mascot would lose his iconic mustache this November? The real reason why Mr. Pringles is shaving off his mustache is for one super important charity cause. Mr. Pringles will be joined by Colonel Sanders in losing his mustache.
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Heartburn has to be one of the worst things to go through, especially if you're rushing around on an important day and don't have time to pause and take a break. Alka-Seltzer has just released a new gum to solve your issues. Alka-Seltzer's new heartburn relief gum can quickly ease your indigestion.
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Every so often, you just need a healthy helping of comfort food, and few things are more comforting than a warm cookie. Thanks to your favorite budget-friendly grocery store, you can get these delicious, warm skillet sized treats in not one, but two different flavors!
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Do rideshare and delivery companies such as Uber, Lyft, and Instacart exploit their drivers by treating them as independent contractors without benefits or employee protections? Or, as the Uber commercial says, do they offer people a flexible and kinda fun "side hustle" to make a few extra bucks?
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Despite your best intentions (and smidge of impatience), glaring at a fresh pear won't help it ripen any faster. Unlike other tree-borne fruits, pears ripen after they're harvested, not while nuzzled on the tree. Once picked, grocers keep pears chilled, so they stay firm until you're ready to enjoy.
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Asparagus may be good for you, but the typical American only eats about 1.75 pounds of the stalks each year, making it one of the less consumed vegetables in the U.S. Maybe it's because of all those rumors that it makes your urine a smelly or maybe you feel wasteful and intimidated by the vegetable.
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There are always the classics like pumpkin pie, but the ultimate choice seems to be pecan. It doesn't get much better than the sweet and nutty pie -- especially if it has a splash of bourbon in it too. The only downside of pecan pie is that it frequently has quite a lot of corn syrup in the filling.
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A key element to any successful curry dish is having a sauce that is not only complex and flavorful, but rich in consistency as well. If you've ever tried to replicate your favorite Thai or Indian restaurant curry and ended up with a watery and unsatisfying knockoff, there are ways to fix that.
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Ree Drummond, popularly known as The Pioneer Woman, has strong preferences when it comes to food. While the star may not like chocolate in her breakfast foods, she actually does like it in general. In fact, Drummond has one chocolate specific item that she enjoys so much, she actually sometimes hides it when no one else is paying attention so it doesn't disappear too quickly!
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Not only are eggs delicious, they're also a versatile and necessary ingredient in any number of recipes. But eggs haven't always gotten the love they deserve. Simply put, eggs have been having a bit of an eggs-istential crisis. For much of recent history, they have been seen as somewhat devilish.
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There's a reason steakhouse steaks are juicer, more flavorful, and more robust than their home-cooked counterparts. That reason actually has very little to do with spices or even their method of cooking. In fact, most of the intense flavor actually comes in before the steak even hits the pan.
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Chicken nuggets are a solid reminder of childhood days when you'd happily dig into a plate, perhaps dipping them generously in ketchup or BBQ sauce and relishing each bite. How can you know which brand is best while navigating the frozen grocery section of your local supermarket?
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Walmart's contract of five years with Bossa Nova Robotics had come to an end. The specific project in which they were engaged was the implementation of six-foot-tall scanning robots to take stock of their inventory. What happened?
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Aldi just released new olive oils that are infused with various aromatics that are perfect for cooking, making salad dressings, or using in dips. No matter what flavors you like best, you'll definitely want to pick up a few bottles to try.
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We all remember the shortages at the beginning of lockdown — all the toilet paper and cleaning products totally gone from grocery store shelves. But here's one unexpected product that remains super popular during the pandemic even now, roughly eight months in.
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Costco is one of the largest names in the country. But some items might not be worth purchasing from Costco when compared to what's offered at other stores. Even an item like dried pasta that can be purchased in large quantities isn't necessarily worth the buy.
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