Kirkland fish oil, a Costco brand supplement, is known for being very economical, and it can be tempting to pick some up if you're in the market for fish oil. However, there are many questions as to the quality of the product.
Read More
If you forgot about the bottle of wine you tried to quickly chill in your freezer, you may be wondering if it can live to be enjoyed at another time, or do you declare the bottle a lost cause?
Read More
Brace yourselves, Disney/Pixar fans and ice cream lovers (have we covered, like, 99 percent of the human race here?), your new favorite dessert has arrived in grocery store freezers: ice cream flavors created to celebrate childhood movie classics Monsters Inc. and The Incredibles.
Read More
Vanilla is the second most expensive spice in the world today after saffron, because it can only be found in specific parts of the world and it can only be pollinated in a specific way by hand — or by certain animal and insect species.
Read More
A block of Velveeta melted down is the easiest way to make queso, but the Costco version made by Good Foods is, of course, cheese-free. What's it all about?
Read More
Have you ever put much thought about what's actually in these processed meat rods called Slim Jims? They're most certainly not beef jerky and truth be told, their ingredients might just keep you from snapping into one ever again.
Read More
What would Valentine's Day be without those chatty little candy hearts we've all come to know and love? They're back this year, but they're not exactly like they've been in years past.
Read More
While Trader Joe's Charles Shaw (aka Two Buck Chuck) may have popularized the concept of cheap wines you needn't be ashamed to drink, Aldi's Winking Owl is another rising star in the booze-on-a-budget field. But who actually makes this inexpensive wine that the masses rave about?
Read More
For coffee drinkers, pouring a hot cup of joe in the morning isn't just a ritual of habit, it's a necessity to get the day started. What about switching your morning mug of coffee though, for a crisp apple instead?
Read More
All the berries that grow on the pepper plant grow to the exact same shade: red. What sets the peppercorns apart, that is whether they are white or black, is when we pick the berries they are derived from, and what we do with the berries once they are picked.
Read More
Depending on where you are in the world, you can find avocados in both savory dishes as a side or garnish, or as the main ingredient in puddings and dessert. They can be pretty pricey, though. Why is that?
Read More
It's easy to become overwhelmed by all the oatmeal choices out there, especially not knowing whether steel cut or rolled oats are healthier and make a better bowl. Nutritionally, steel cut oats and rolled oats are the same. The biggest difference is the taste and texture, as well as cooking times.
Read More
In the 2010s, beets — which have long horrified picky kids and stain-averse adults alike — made a surprising comeback, suddenly cropping up on tables nationwide. But today's beet consumers often make a common mistake: tossing the greens attached to these humble root-vegetable gems.
Read More
While rumors have persisted for years that Kirkland Signature Vodka, aka Costco's house brand, is really the same as Grey Goose, this rumor is not just an oversimplification, but it's evidently just not true. Who really makes Kirkland vodka?
Read More
Allspice dram (also called pimento dram), was once a hard-to-find ingredient in the United States. It offers sweet and spicy notes to the recipes it's added to, but promises not to be too sugary or too bitter. What more could you want in a liqueur?
Read More
Whiskey poured from a fancy decanter just seems so high-toned. Does it actually do anything for the whiskey, though? While we know there are reasons why some experts recommend decanting win, are there similar reasons why decanting whiskey is something everybody should be doing?
Read More
There's been bad press regarding high fructose corn syrup; anything with a similar name is looked at with suspicion. But how does it compare to corn syrup?
Read More
If you're a regular shopper at Costco, then you're no doubt used to seeing people pushing around carts with a pallet or two of Kirkland bottled water. It has more ingredients than just 'water,' though. Is it safe to drink?
Read More
Whether it's roasted so that its skin is shiny and crisp, or served with an orange sauce, most of us have no problem eating duck, unless you talk about consuming duck while it's still in its shell and before it's been hatched — that's known an balut. But is it really safe to eat a duck fetus?
Read More
With more people looking for alternatives to wheat, some long-forgotten-about grains are beginning to attract more attention on grocery store shelves. One of these is spelt. Is it healthier than wheat?
Read More
One of the best parts of being an adult is the ability to buy your own snacks — in fact, buying your own snacks might be one of the only things that makes adulting even remotely worth it. Often though, childhood snacks that were once loved by an entire generation get discontinued, like Dunkaroos.
Read More
Impossible burgers were one of the most-hyped food trends of 2019, and now Trader Joe's is jumping in the already crowded plant-based meat pool.
Read More
Sure, we've all heard of Impossible Burgers, but one meat alternative has been kicking around for much longer, and with a lot less fuss: seitan. This "wheat meat" boasts several benefits, but what's it really made of?
Read More
Every company loves free publicity, but Corona beer is probably none too thrilled that its name is now being associated with a deadly coronavirus outbreak that originated in Wuhan, China, on December 31, 2019. But is there really any connection between the two?
Read More
Cilantro can be a controversial herb. It seems to stir up strong feelings as people either love it or hate it, but for many it is an essential ingredient in foods such as guacamole. So how do you prevent your cilantro from spoiling, so it's always available when you're craving some guac? Freeze it.
Read More
It's a great day for McDonald's fans — the chain has finally gone nationwide with its latest entry into the Great Chicken Sandwich War. What do the new McDonald's chicken offerings entail?
Read More
Lately, as craft cocktails become increasingly popular, you may be starting to see mezcal on your snootier type of bar menu. So what is mezcal, anyway? Is it just some upmarket name for tequila, or are the two actually different types of liquor?
Read More