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9 Store-Bought Swaps If You Miss Costco's Discontinued All-American Chocolate Cake

staff@foodrepublic.com (K.T. Phillips) — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 13:02:00 +0000

Everybody loved Costco's All-American Chocolate Cake, but since it has been discontinued, here are a few delicious comps.

Publix Vs Sprouts: Which Grocery Chain Has The Cheaper Deli?

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carlos C Olaechea) — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 12:17:00 +0000

Sometimes, nothing hits quite like a deli meal. We compared similar deli items at Sprouts and Publix to determine which retailer has the more affordable prices.

Where Costco Sources Its Blueberries

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 21:17:00 +0000

Costco is one of the largest chain grocery stores across the country, and it sells an unbelievable amount of blueberries, but where do they come from?

13 Must-Have Aldi Products For First-Time Shoppers

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carlos C Olaechea) — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 20:17:00 +0000

First-time Aldi shoppers should look for its budget-friendly European specialties and unique private-label finds that often easily beat the big brands.

15 Dollar General Cookware Finds You Can't Miss In 2026

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carlos C Olaechea) — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 10:17:00 +0000

Dollar General doesn't just have some groceries for when you need something inexpensive; the chain also has good quality cookware. Here's what's coming in 2026.

The Best RXBAR To Buy Has The Perfect Combo Of Flavors

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jennifer Waldera) — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:17:00 +0000

RX Bars have been causing a stir in the protein bar category for years, with minimal ingredients and great taste, but which has the perfect combo of flavors?

Costco Vs Trader Joe's: Which Grocery-Brand Vodka Is More Affordable?

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 23:17:00 +0000

Rather than going to the liquor store, shoppers can pick up budget-friendly vodka at Trader Joe's or Costco. But which retailer actually offers the better deal?

7 Grocery Stores With The Best Free Samples, According To Customers

staff@foodrepublic.com (Sophie Morelli) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 17:02:00 +0000

From Trader Joe's to H Mart to Costco, these major grocery store chains have the best free samples out there, according to many customer testimonies.

Does Dollar General Sell Fresh Foods?

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 10:17:00 +0000

Dollar General is, perhaps, the most readily available shopping place for the average American. With over 20,000 locations, does the store offer fresh goods?

The 9 Best Classic Sodas You Can Find At Cracker Barrel

staff@foodrepublic.com (Molly E. Sandwell) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 17:02:00 +0000

Cracker Barrel is more than just a sit-down restaurant. You can also peruse the country store section for old-fashioned sodas. These are the best ones there.

Why Hunting For Meat Price Cuts At Costco Is A Wild Goose Chase

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:17:00 +0000

For every shopper bragging online about scoring discounted Costco meat, countless others leave empty-handed. Why are these deals so hard to find?

The Brands Behind 12 Popular Aldi Products

staff@foodrepublic.com (Kevin Haggerty) — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:02:00 +0000

Aldi is known for its myriad store-specific brands and products. So who exactly makes them? These are the food companies and brands behind the scenes.

Buying A Half Cow? Here's How Much Beef You Can Expect To Get

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:17:00 +0000

Buying beef in bulk can be a good way to save money and time spent grocery shopping. Here's exactly how much meat you'll get from a processed half cow.

8 Best Soy Sauce Brands, According To Customers

staff@foodrepublic.com (Michael Serrur) — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:02:00 +0000

With so many different types of soy sauce brands out there, we turned to the internet to find out which brands are truly the best, according to customers.

Aldi Vs Trader Joe's: Which Chain Has More Affordable Parmesan Cheese?

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 16:17:00 +0000

Aldi and Trader Joe's both have a selection of private label goods, each with a dedicated fanbase, but which chain has the least expensive parmesan?

13 Best Foods To Buy At CVS, According To Customers

staff@foodrepublic.com (Michael Serrur) — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 13:02:00 +0000

If you never think to buy food while you're at CVS, think again. These are the best foods you can get there, from trail mixes to apple cider vinegar.

The Best Spam Flavor Is The Ultimate Upgrade For Salads And Sandwiches

staff@foodrepublic.com (Andy Hume) — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:17:00 +0000

Spam is no stranger to making new and interesting flavors of its canned meat, but you might be surprised by the absolute best flavor available.

9 Grocery Budgeting Apps That Are Actually Useful

staff@foodrepublic.com (Becki Ledford) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:02:00 +0000

Going to the store is becoming increasingly expensive with the rise of food costs. Figuring out ways to track expenses is crucial to save money.

The Gourmet Spanish Food You Can Buy On Amazon

staff@foodrepublic.com (Alba Caraceni) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:17:00 +0000

The good news is that you don't have to visit a specialty store - this delicious gourmet Spanish food is sold in several formats right on Amazon.

8 Best Store-Bought Sour Cream Brands, According To Reviews

staff@foodrepublic.com (Sophie Morelli) — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:02:00 +0000

Whether you're making dip, baked goods, or need a classic taco topping, these store-bought sour cream brands are the best, according to reviews.