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Can Store-Brand Olive Oil Really Beat The Big Names?

staff@mashed.com (Steven Luna) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 13:23:00 +0000

A high-quality olive oil can transform everything from salad to roasted potatoes, but can a store-brand oil really achieve the same results as the big brands?

Review: Prego Doesn't Reinvent Alfredo With New Squash-Based Sauce, But It Doesn't Need To

staff@mashed.com (Sam Zwick) — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:24:46 +0000

Prego has launched a new limited edition Creamy Butternut Squash Alfredo Sauce, but is it a must-have or a fall failure? We tried it to find out.

Culver's Spicy Chicken Sandwich Vs Chick-Fil-A Spicy Chicken Sandwich: Which Is Better?

staff@mashed.com (Sam Zwick) — Sun, 11 Oct 2026 20:23:00 +0000

While poultry has only recently become a fixture on fast food menus, it has gained ground quickly. Many quick service restaurants are adding handhelds to menus.

6 Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches Worth Your Money And 5 To Avoid

staff@mashed.com (Scott Harris-King) — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:23:00 +0000

We taste tested 11 frozen breakfast sandwiches to see which ones will (and won't) are primed to give your day the most delicious start possible.

The 8 Best Beers For Fall 2026

staff@mashed.com (Sam Skopp) — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 22:23:00 +0000

From Oktoberfest lagers to pumpkin ales, the beer world has lots of options for fall 2026. Read on for eight of the very best beers on offer this season.

Review: Tombstone's Candy Corn Pizza Might Be More Divisive Than Pineapple But I Love It

staff@mashed.com (Steven Luna) — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Tombstone's Halloween pizza kits come in pepperoni and cheese versions with a candy corn topping. We tried them to see if they're tasty or terrifying.

6 Trader Joe's Steaks, Ranked Worst To Best

staff@mashed.com (Jenny Kellerhals Keogh) — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 11:23:00 +0000

Trader Joe's steak selection may be limited compared to the local butcher, but we rounded up some cuts to see how they tasted with simple at-home preparation.

Review: Fly To Your Closest Long John Silver's To Get This Nostalgic Classic That Just Came Back

staff@mashed.com (Meredith Burkhart) — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Long John Silver's has brought back its Crispy Chicken Wings for the first time in ages, and thankfully, this old favorite has turned out to be a winner.

Jersey Mike's Vs Firehouse: Who Makes The Better Italian Sub?

staff@mashed.com (Sherri Gordon) — Sun, 20 Sep 2026 16:23:00 +0000

Jersey Mike's and Firehouse Subs are both experts at tasty subs, but when it comes to a classic Italian, which chain is the master? We tried both to find out.

McDonald's Breakfast Sandwiches Ranked Worst To Best

staff@mashed.com (Scott Harris-King) — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:23:00 +0000

We tried 13 different McDonald's breakfast sandwiches to see which of the fast food chain's many offerings deliver the most delicious morning meal.

Review: BuzzBallz Teamed Up With Pop-Tarts And Worlds Are Colliding In The Best Way Possible

staff@mashed.com (Steven Luna) — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:39:46 +0000

How do breakfast pastries translate into alcoholic beverages? We tried two new Pop-Tarts flavored BuzzBallz to see if they live up to the buzz.

Cheap Vs Expensive Turkey Deli Meat: Is It Worth The Splurge?

staff@mashed.com (Scott Harris-King) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 11:23:00 +0000

If you're pinching pennies when you buy sliced turkey, how much are you risking in quality? We reviewed several brands for flavor, texture, and value.

Panda Express VS P.F. Chang's: Who Serves The Best Orange Chicken?

staff@mashed.com (Jolee Sullivan) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 20:23:00 +0000

Panda Express may have invented orange chicken, but how does its version of the dish compare to P.F. Chang's? We taste tested both to find out.

StufZ Burger Press Review: I Finally Tried A Burger Press Worth Buying

staff@mashed.com (Diane Bobis) — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 13:23:00 +0000

The StufZ Burger Press promises a better way to make burgers, but can the TV gadget really deliver on a classic American food that's been around for decades?

9 Kroger Bakery Items Worth Buying And 3 To Avoid

staff@mashed.com (Steven Luna) — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 20:23:00 +0000

Hitting up the bakery section is sometimes the sweetest moment on your grocery run. We reviewed some Kroger baked goods that deserve a spot in your cart.

Jersey Mike's Vs Firehouse: Who Makes The Better Philly Cheesesteak?

staff@mashed.com (Jolee Sullivan) — Sun, 30 Aug 2026 16:23:00 +0000

Not all of us can swing by the City of Brotherly Love, so we gave these cheesesteaks a try to see which combo of bread, steak, and toppings does Philly proud.

McDonald's Big Mac Vs Burger King Whopper: Which Is Better?

staff@mashed.com (Scott Harris-King) — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:23:00 +0000

We pitted these two fast-food-defining hamburgers against each other for the showdown of the century, comparing taste, texture, nutrition, and overall value.

Review: Cheez-It's Elevated Food Court Popup Is Missing The Most Important Thing

staff@mashed.com (Lee D'Amato) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Cheez-It is throwing back to the glory days of malls with the limited-time Cheez-It Court pop-up. Not all of its menu items, though, deliver as promised.

I Tried And Ranked 13 Alani Nu Energy Drink Flavors. This Was The Best

staff@mashed.com (Sam Skopp) — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:23:00 +0000

When it comes to liquid pick-me-ups, the options today go far beyond coffee or tea. Caffeinated beverages come in a variety of unique flavors.

Review: Jack In The Box's Cosmic Menu Isn't Quite Out Of This World, But It Should Be In Your Orbit

staff@mashed.com (Hunter Reis) — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:25:28 +0000

Fast food joints are always seeking to innovate. When new items are added, they sometimes knock it out of the park, and other times aren't a success.