Restaurants

Cava vs. Chipotle: Which Serves the Best Bowls?

Prognosticators and trend-spotters are always looking for the next great thing. To some, Timothée Chalamet...
Cava vs. Chipotle: Which Serves the Best Bowls?
Groceries

I Tried 9 Margarita Mixes & One Goes Down Smoother Than the Rest

As the summer months approach, so does an unrelenting desire for a cold, sweet drink...
A group of margarita mixes set against a vibrant blue background.
Groceries

I Swapped My Kids' Mac & Cheese With a Healthier Version & Was Shocked By What Happened Next

Few grocery items are more quintessentially American than boxed macaroni and cheese. Combining non-perishable dried...
Boxes of Goodles and Kraft brand macaroni and cheese set against a colorful background.
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Raising Cane's vs. Popeyes: Which Has the Best Chicken Tenders?

These days, fast-food chains sell fried chicken in many forms, from classic bone-in pieces to...
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Groceries

I Tried 10 Trader Joe's Sparkling Drinks & The Winner Tasted Like Summer

There's something about a sparkling beverage that just feels a little bit more special than...
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Groceries

Costco vs. Sam's Club: Which Has the Best Chocolate Soft Serve?

Whether it comes from a truck, a fast-food joint, or a proper ice cream parlor,...
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Groceries

10 Popular Smoked Salmon Brands, Tasted & Ranked

I think it started when I went to Alaska a few years ago and had...
A trio of smoked salmon packages set against a colorful background.
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I Tried Taco Bell's Entire Value Menu & One Item Was Super Filling

Summer 2024 is looking a little brighter–and cheaper–thanks to the return of fast-food value menus....
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Groceries

I Compared Costco's Pizza To 4 Popular Chains & There's Only One I Liked Better

Ordering pizza has become the solution for so many occasions. Perhaps you're too lazy to...
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I Tried 5 Popular Potbelly Subs & the Best Was Crunchy and Comforting

From popular cafés to iconic delis, there is no shortage of sandwich chains across the...
A closeup of A Wreck, a popular sandwich from Potbelly Sandwich Works, set against a vibrant background
Groceries

I Tried 11 Blue Cheese Dressings & the Best Was Rich and Balanced

The salad dressing aisle at the grocery store can feel practically endless. From brands to...
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I Tried the Meatball Sub from 4 Popular Sandwich Chains & One Was Pitch-Perfect

Meatballs may conjure images of Italian spaghetti with red sauce, but there's something distinctly American...
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6 Best Fast-Food Salads, Tasted & Ranked for 2024

Fast-food chains get a bad rap for their not-so-healthy options, but if you're a salad...
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Groceries

I Tried 9 Popular Sriracha Brands & Only 6 Hit All the Right Notes

The rise of Sriracha from a novelty item to America's favorite hot sauce is a...
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Groceries

I Tried 13 Almond Milks & the Best Was an Affordable Store Brand

Almond milk has become a popular dairy-free alternative for many, whether they can't have dairy...
I Tried 13 Almond Milks & the Best Was an Affordable Store Brand
Groceries

I Tried 5 Ready-to-Drink Espresso Martinis & One Was a Clear Winner

The espresso martini isn't a new cocktail. In fact, it was created in the 1980s...
A trio of ready-to-drink espresso martini brands set against a colorful background
Groceries

13 Popular Lay's Potato Chip Flavors, Tasted & Ranked

The global food legend known as Lay's has been ceaselessly churning out colorful bags and standout...
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Groceries

I Tried 10 Coffee Ice Creams & The Winner Was Simple and Classic

The grocery store's ice cream aisle is a treasure trove of excitement. Scan the frost-bitten...
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I Tried 5 Fast-Food Chicken Burritos & This One Was My New Favorite

With its flavorful and hearty dishes, Mexican-American cuisine has long been a favorite among fast-food...
A pair of Mexicano burritos from Baja Fresh set against a vibrant reddish background
Restaurants

I Tried Cracker Barrel's New Summer Menu & There Was One Entrée I Adored

Cracker Barrel has plenty of homey personality baked right in. As soon as you approach...
Cracker Barrel storefront
Restaurants

Panera vs. Einstein Bros: Which Has the Better Bagels?

Panera Bread and Einstein Bros. are two of the most popular bagel spots in the...
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Groceries

I Tried 14 Bottled BBQ Sauces & the Best Was Sweet & Bold

'Tis the season of grilling, barbecuing, smoking, and every other version of outdoor cooking under...
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I Tried 8 Popular Kimchi Brands & the Best Was Perfectly Tangy and Crunchy

Kimchi is a traditional Korean pickle made from fermenting vegetables. You can turn pretty much...
A selection of supermarket brand kimchi set against a colorful background
Groceries

I Tried 10 Popular Costco Cheeses & Several Blew Me Away

There are many exciting things about Costco, but perhaps one of the most exciting is...
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I Tried the Chocolate Frosted Donut From 5 Popular Chains & One Was Unbeatable

Americans love their doughnuts—consuming more than 10 billion every year, according to the BBC. Few...
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I Tried 16 La Croix Flavors & the Best Was Complex and Refreshing

Find the sparkling water aisle at any supermarket, convenience store, or gas station, and you're...
A trio of LaCroix sparking water flavors set against a vibrant yellow background
Groceries

14 Popular Store-Bought White Breads, Ranked by Taste

Bread is a staple in many people's diets, and it's the foundation of some really...
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I Tried 6 Fast-Food Mozzarella Sticks & the Best Was Gooey and Delicious

Fast-food sides have come a long way since the days of just fries in different...
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I Tried the Vanilla Milkshake at 9 Fast-Food Chains & the Best Was Perfectly Thick and Creamy

Fast food in America is synonymous with many things. Burgers and fries certainly rise to...
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I Tried the Italian Subs at 7 Sandwich Chains & the Winner Was Clear

What's your go-to order at a sandwich shop? With so many deli meats, cheeses, toppings,...
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