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  • The snack aisle of a Dollar Tree general store.

    This Dollar Tree Find Keeps Food Warm Or Frozen For Hours For Only $1.25

    For less than a buck fifty, you can get this find at Dollar Tree and keep your food hot or cold for hours, perfect for picnics and parties alike.

    By Jack Rose 3 days ago Read More
  • several Dollar Tree shopping carts.

    These Dollar Tree Chocolates Are Better Than The Name Brand, According To Customers

    It's no secret that chocolate is pricey, but you can get this off-brand chocolate that is better than the big name stuff for less than $2 at Dollar Tree.

    By Nikita Ephanov 5 days ago Read More
  • A Costco shopper browses the prepared foods in the deli section.

    Costco Customers Call This 2-Star Jarred Soup 'Completely Tasteless' And 'Extremely Salty'

    While Costco is a gem for hidden delicious goods quite often, sometimes even giants fall flat. This particular soup that Costco carries is one such a miss.

    By Food Republic Staff 5 days ago Read More
  • Selection of Costco Kirkland Signature cheese on a wooden table top

    4 Costco Cheeses You Should Buy And 2 You Can Leave On The Shelf

    Costco has a fine selection of quality cheese at good prices. But which ones are worth buying, and which should you leave on the warehouse shelves?

    By Emily M Alexander 6 days ago Read More
  • Steamed broccoli florets in a white bowl.

    Add This Canned Soup To Broccoli For A Quick Side

    Depending on how broccoli's cooked, it can be either bland or utterly pungent — but pouring some of this canned soup on it makes it taste absolutely fantastic.

    By Cara J Suppa 6 days ago Read More
  • The bread aisle in an Aldi is filled with products.

    Avoid This Aldi Bakery Item Unless You Like The Taste Of Cardboard

    Aldi has some great successes in the bakery department. Unfortunately, it also has some products that miss the mark, and miss the mark hard.

    By Cara J Suppa 6 days ago Read More
  • Four different kinds of olive oil against white background

    I Tried And Ranked 4 Aldi Olive Oils And This Was My Favorite

    Aldi is known for its good prices, even for products like olive oil that tend to be more expensive. So which of the chain's options are the very best?

    By Sophie Morelli 7 days ago Read More
  • Several of prebiotic sodas stacked on a wooden surface.

    Avoid This Prebiotic Cola Unless You Like Overpriced And Overly Sweet Drinks

    In Food Republic's ranking of prebiotic colas, one brand failed to impress, falling short due to its cloying, artificial sweetness and a steep price point.

    By Nikita Ephanov 7 days ago Read More
  • Shoppers checking out of a Trader Joe's

    Learn This Trader Joe's Courtesy Rule Before Shopping

    Trader Joe's stores are, by design, much smaller than your typical supermarket; with that compact size comes a different standard of shopper courtesy.

    By Cara J Suppa 7 days ago Read More
  • Several cream cheese varieties on a marbled surface.

    Avoid This Store-Bought Cream Cheese Unless You Want A Bland Product

    Despite this brand's decades-old, family-owned roots, our taster found its cream cheese bland and gummy — not the qualities you want in a dairy product.

    By Nikita Ephanov 8 days ago Read More
  • A couple of customers shopping in a Costco aisle.

    The Costco Shopping Habit That's A Complete Waste Of Time

    There are plenty of little tricks shoppers might do to try and get the freshest goods (especially produce) possible, but this one trick is a waste of time.

    By Alba Caraceni 8 days ago Read More
  • a canned goods aisle in the interior of Dollar Tree.

    Save Money With This Dollar Tree Dupe Of A Beloved Trader Joe's Condiment

    Trader Joe's has its fair share of delicious condiments, but they can be a touch on the pricey side. Save some cash with a Dollar Tree dupe.

    By Nikita Ephanov 8 days ago Read More
  • Multi-colored Cadbury mini eggs spilling out of their bag against a turquoise background

    Easter Cadbury Mini Eggs Fans Use This Batch Code Trick To Find The Best Bags

    Every year, Cadbury releases its mini eggs in spring, but this year, people in the United Kingdom are complaining that those eggs taste different.

    By Alba Caraceni 10 days ago Read More
  • A slew of packages, bags, and cans of Kirkland nuts on a counter.

    The Worst Costco Nuts Still Belong In Your Shopping Cart

    Every Kirkland nut option at Costco is competitively priced and absolutely delicious — even the one that landed at the bottom of our rankings.

    By Audrey Freedman 11 days ago Read More
  • A cart goes down an aisle of a Walmart.

    11 Can't-Miss Passover Desserts At The Grocery Store

    Luckily for observers with a sweet tooth, there are plenty of Passover-friendly desserts available at Walmart, ranging from cookies to sweet pastes.

    By Max Dean 11 days ago Read More
  • An Aldi Finds aisle endcap reveals a sign.

    The Handy Aldi Kitchen Gadget That Chops Food With Ease

    You might think that the newer the gadget, the better the quality, but that isn't necessarily the case. Aldi's handy kitchen gadget chops like a dream.

    By Cara J Suppa 12 days ago Read More
  • An employee shows off meat at a butcher counter.

    The Practical Reason To Buy Meat At A Butcher Over Costco

    While Costco is known for its high-quality goods and bulk discounts, you'll often get a better product by buying your meat directly from a butcher.

    By Jack Rose 12 days ago Read More
  • Several bottles and jars of blue cheese dressing sit together on a bar top.

    This Is The Absolute Best Blue Cheese Dressing Brand In Stores

    You really can't go wrong with blue cheese dressing, but there's one brand that stands out above the rest, and which is also beloved across the internet too.

    By Audrey Freedman 13 days ago Read More
  • lineup of Kirkland Signature nuts

    The Best Costco Nuts Are A Steal At Under $20

    Costco is home to plenty of delicious snacks, and nuts are one of them. The chain carries many types, but the best are a positive steal at less than $20.

    By Nikita Ephanov 13 days ago Read More
  • A line of different blue cheese dressing brands.

    Avoid This Store-Bought Blue Cheese Dressing That Lacks Flavor

    When Food Republic ranked several blue cheese dressings, we found one that not only didn't improve the salad, but actually ruined it with a foul flavor.

    By Jack Rose 14 days ago Read More
  • Fresh, whole salmon on a paper bag

    The Biggest Red Flag When Shopping For Whole Fish

    Shopping for whole fish is often the best deal you can get, and then you get more delicious fish, but you need to look out for this red flag.

    By Jack Rose 14 days ago Read More
  • A shopper browses refrigerators for sale

    5 Refrigerator Brands You Should Think Twice About Buying, According To Consumer Reports

    Navigating the refrigerator market can be very overwhelming, but you can avoid commonly disappointing brands and confidently select a model that lasts.

    By Nikita Ephanov 14 days ago Read More
  • A wide selection of mayonnaise jars and squeeze tubes sit on a gray counter.

    The Worst Store-Bought Mayo Brand Comes From A Growing Fast Food Chain

    Food Republic’s least favorite store-bought mayo comes from a ubiquitous fast-food chain that unfortunately fails to deliver on the creamy condiment.

    By Audrey Freedman 19 days ago Read More
  • Publix supermarket interior at the end of aisles

    These Are The Absolute Best Days To Shop At Publix

    Even for Publix superfans, not all shopping days are created equal. To get the most out of your trip, you have to plan your visits strategically.

    By Alba Caraceni 21 days ago Read More
  • Customers checking out at a Trader Joe's

    The Trader Joe's Spice Seafood Lovers Can Skip

    In addition to foundational staples, Trader Joe's stocks fun and creative seasoning blends — and unfortunately, one option is better left on the shelf.

    By Nikita Ephanov 21 days ago Read More
  • a lineup of mayo bottles.

    The Best Store-Bought Mayo Brand Is A Japanese Staple

    You might think all mayonnaise tastes the same, but you'd be sorely mistaken. From Hellman's to Duke's, each has its own character, and this is the best.

    By Nikita Ephanov 21 days ago Read More
  • Trader Joe's brand olive oils lined up.

    Even The Worst Trader Joe's Olive Oil Is Still Worth Buying

    Trader Joe's is famous for a good many things, and the store offers plenty of olive oil options, all of which, it turns out, are pretty decent.

    By Nikita Ephanov 23 days ago Read More
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