5 Must-Have Halloween Candy Variety Packs For 2025
Get your hands on some of these variety packs of spooky sweets soon to avoid the horror story of being haunted by empty candy shelves ahead of Halloween night.
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Stories By Cara J Suppa
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Only One New Jersey Restaurant Made The New York Times 2025 Top 50
Every year, the New York Times releases its "America's Best Restaurants" list, in which it highlights 50 of the country's most exciting eateries.
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How To Prepare Your Garden For Fall
The change of season means you need to change your gardening habits, and Food Republic consulted expert Dusty Vauters for tips on what to do.
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The Barbecue Sauce Bobby Flay Always Keeps In His Pantry
It's no secret that Bobby Flay is a barbecue aficionado, but even pro chefs take shortcuts and use pre-made barbecue sauce. Here's Flay's go-to pantry staple.
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How To Order Cheese Pizza In NYC Like You Actually Know What You're Doing
When you think of cheese pizza in NYC, you likely envision a very specific kind of slice. To sound like an old pro, there's a specific way to order it as well.
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The Most Affordable Taco Bell Menu Item Is A Cheesy, Gooey Delight
Taco Bell has consistently remained an affordable option for fast food. In some regions you can order this tasty menu item for only a dollar.
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The Aldi Fairlife Dupe That's Reddit-Approved
If you like filtered milk or simply want lactose gone from your diet, there is one brand from Aldi that Redditors agree is a cheaper, sweeter dupe.
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One US President Drank A Gallon Of Coffee Every Day
From Richard Nixon's interesting breakfast combo to JFK's health-restricted diet, we've long been fascinated by the eating and drinking habits of presidents.
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This Massive Recall Took 10,000 Pounds Of Pasta Off Store Shelves
Recalls tend to include things like dairy, meat, and eggs. However, this unexpected recall led to the removal of over 10,000 pounds of pasta — here's why.
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The Company Behind Aldi's Beloved Tuscan Garden Salad Dressings
The Tuscan Garden salad dressings at Aldi have quite a few fans online. Turns out the company that produces them is a heavy hitter in the food business.
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Try A Costco Food Court Hack For Mess-Free Snacking On The Go
If you've ever grabbed a slice of Costco pizza and wanted to take your slice into the store with out making a mess, we might have the hack for you.
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Sam's Club Is Owned By This Massive Grocery Chain
Sam's Club is considered by many to be a mega store experience in the same way Costco is, but you'll be surprised to learn who owns the chain.
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Jeffrey Mauro Has An Easy Way To Steam Hot Dog Buns
For those who would prefer warm hot dog buns during a cookout, "Sandwich King" Jeffrey Mauro has a simple method to serve up those steamy hot dogs.
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The Fast Food Restaurant Perks Of A Walmart+ Subscription
If you've got Walmart+ to take advantage of the cheap site-to-store deliveries, you may be missing out on its surprisingly good Burger King promos.
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The Parking Lot Steak Scam You Should Avoid At All Costs
Don't buy suspiciously cheap meat from trucks in parking lots; these operations are a well-known scam with poor-quality, misleading products.
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Here's The Absolute Best Frozen Costco Dinner We Tried
For a frozen dinner that delivers with quality ingredients, great taste, and even better value, this Costco meal is our favorite of all the options we sampled.
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The Best Store-Bought Strawberry Ice Cream Brand Is To Die For
Strawberry might not be as popular as other ice cream flavors, but it's still a classic. Our favorite strawberry ice cream is available at most grocery stores.
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Anthony Bourdain Steered Clear Of This Type Of Sushi — And You Should Too
Anthony Bourdain had strong opinions about food and drinks, among other things, but his reason for avoiding this kind of sushi is hard to argue with.
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Why Whole Foods Ground Beef Is A Cut Above The Rest
Not all ground beef is created equal, and we're not just talking about the fat content. Whole Foods offers some of the best grocery store ground beef around.
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Why Olive Garden's Carbonara Sauce Is More Of An Alfredo
We all know that Olive Garden does not really serve authentic Italian fare. However, it still might surprise you that its carbonara is more of an alfredo.
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This Is The Only Way To Use Coupons At Aldi
Aldi is known for offering affordable prices on food, and coupons for further discounts are rare. However, there's still one way to use coupons at the chain.
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Can You Use WIC At Aldi?
For those who enjoy food from Aldi, some who use WIC benefits may want to shop there for groceries and formula. But can you actually use WIC at Aldi?
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Updating Your Kitchen For The Fall? QVC Is Here To Help
QVC offers a curated selection of quality, on-trend kitchen essentials for your fall cooking needs and gorgeous decor to celebrate the season.
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There's No Single 'Best Tomato' For Marinara – Here's What Really Matters
Homemade marinara sauce really relies on the quality of the tomatoes you use in your recipe, and Chef Renee Guilbault told Food Republic what to look for.
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The Florida-Based Burger Chain That Filed For Bankruptcy In 2024
The road to bankruptcy was filled with twists for this Florida-based burger chain. Here's what we know and if you should expect to see locations close down.
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The Creamy High-Protein Swap Your Cucumber Salad Needs
If you want to make a protein-forward yet oh-so creamy cucumber salad, you need to ditch the mayonnaise and use this one staple ingredient instead.
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Anthony Bourdain's Secret Ingredient For Cooking Restaurant-Quality Food At Home
Discover Anthony Bourdain's must-have ingredient, which the late chef believed can help transform ordinary home cooking into restaurant-quality meals.
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