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What's New At Costco: September 2026 Edition

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 22:30:50 +0000

Costco's September releases are now available, and there are some delicious goodies as always. Check out some of the best, including gummy candy and matcha.

Sweet Potatoes Are 10x Better With This Korean Topping

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 22:17:00 +0000

Spooned on after cooking, this delicious Korean topping works seamlessly with the sweet potato's natural sugars to cover all five basic tastes.

Forget Classic Pot Roast – Make It Cowboy-Style For A Southwest Kick

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 21:17:00 +0000

Classic pot roast is delicious, but it can get a little boring. Why not kick things up a notch with this cowboy-style version filled with Southwest flavors?

The Starbucks Refresher You Should Skip Unless You Like An Artificial Aftertaste

staff@foodrepublic.com (Andy Hume) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 20:17:00 +0000

Rather than being refreshing (as promised), Food Republic's taste tester found that this Starbucks drink leaves an artificial aftertaste on the tongue.

Elevate Your Culver's Beef Pot Roast Sandwich With These 5 Ordering Requests

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carlos C Olaechea) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 19:17:00 +0000

From classic diner-inspired fare to flavors that transport you straight to Oktoberfest, these tips will elevate your Culver's Beef Pot Roast Sandwich.

Skip The Chips – Add This Classic Dip To Potato Salad For Instant Flavor

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:17:00 +0000

Every great potato salad needs plenty of salt to draw out the tubers' best flavor, and this classic dip is one of the easiest, most tasty ways to get it.

7 Fast Food Chains With The Best Tater Tots, According To Customers

staff@foodrepublic.com (K.T. Phillips) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:02:00 +0000

Tater tots offer a unique take on the classic fry shape. These fast food chains are dishing out some of the country's best tots, according to customers.

The Floating McDonald's Location That Was Abandoned In 1986

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 16:17:00 +0000

McDonald's iconic Golden Arches are everywhere, but with tens of thousands of locations worldwide, a few stand out - like the floating restaurant built in 1986.

The Discontinued Planters Snack From The '90s That Deserves A Revival

staff@foodrepublic.com (Andy Hume) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 15:17:00 +0000

Planters nuts are still everywhere, but one discontinued '90s classic remains a holy grail for serious snack heads who can't get their hands on it anymore.

Why Keurig's Coffee Pod Inventor Regrets His Creation

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:17:00 +0000

Keurig has no shortage of admirers, but one person who isn't among them is John Sylvan, the man who actually invented the K-Cup - and regrets it.

Pyrex Vs CorningWare: The Main Difference To Keep In Mind

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 13:17:00 +0000

Pyrex and CorningWare may be made by the same company, but the two products are decidedly different. Here is how the two compare and which is better.

Turn A Box Of Mac And Cheese Into A Hearty Meal With This Canned Soup

staff@foodrepublic.com (Andy Hume) — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 22:17:00 +0000

Take a box of mac and cheese and transform it into the heartiest of meals with zero effort by mixing your creamy pasta with a humble can of soup.

Apple Pie Vs Apple Cobbler: Here's The Actual Difference

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 21:17:00 +0000

Apple pie, apple cobbler, they both are pastry-laden baked apple desserts, so what's the real difference? And which is the real American dessert?

11 Aldi Salmon Products That Are Perfect For Seafood Lovers

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carlos C Olaechea) — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 20:17:00 +0000

Aldi may be one of the cheapest grocery chains around, but that doesn't mean it doesn't carry quality goods, like its wide selection of different salmon.

The Best Trader Joe's Chips Aren't Made From Potatoes

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 19:17:00 +0000

Trader Joe's is known for its relatively affordable prices, quirky products, and absolutely craveable snacks. However, it's best chips aren't made from potato.

The '80s McDonald's Happy Meal Promo That Took Customers To Space

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 17:17:00 +0000

Ask any '80s kid which Happy Meal promo they recall most fondly, and the answer is almost unanimous: the one that took customers to space, of course!

6 Chain Restaurants With The Best Lobster Rolls, According To Customers

staff@foodrepublic.com (K.T. Phillips) — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 17:02:00 +0000

You can find plenty of great lobster rolls across the U.S. These are the chains customers say serve some of the best Maine- and Connecticut-style rolls.

Use Frozen Chicken Tenders For An Easy Japanese-Inspired Meal

staff@foodrepublic.com (Andy Hume) — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:17:00 +0000

With just a few ingredients, you can easily transform a bag of your favorite frozen chicken tenders into a delicious, Japanese-inspired meal.

Why Does Canadian Chocolate Taste So Good?

staff@foodrepublic.com (Andrea Carlo) — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 15:17:00 +0000

Canadian chocolate has made waves online, with people comparing it favorably to its American counterparts. But why does Canadian chocolate taste so good?

14 Ways You're Ruining Refried Beans (And How To Fix Them)

staff@foodrepublic.com (Emily M Alexander) — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 15:02:00 +0000

We asked some expert chefs about how to not ruin refried beans. They had some pretty helpful solutions for you to keep in mind when cooking them.