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Texas Roadhouse Chicken Specials, Ranked Worst To Best

staff@mashed.com (Sam Zwick) — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:23:00 +0000

If you've never ordered a chicken dish at Texas Roadhouse, you might be missing out. See how our reviewer ranked every chicken option on the menu.

9 Grocery Store Hot Dogs That Are Actually 100% Beef, Ranked

staff@mashed.com (Sherri Gordon) — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:23:00 +0000

Which grocery store brand has the best 100% all-beef hot dog? We ranked 9 fan favorites to find the juiciest, beefiest franks for your next backyard barbecue.

5 Costco Kirkland Dried Fruits, Ranked

staff@mashed.com (Sam Zwick) — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 18:33:00 +0000

Like everything else at Costco, the bags of dried fruit for sale are big. But which one is the best? We tasted 5 varieties to give you the scoop.

Trader Joe's Frozen Asian Foods, Ranked Worst To Best

staff@mashed.com (Sam Skopp) — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 14:33:00 +0000

Trader Joe's is known or its wide range of frozen foods. We tasted a selection of Asian foods and ranked them to guide your next grocery shopping trip.

Where To Find The Best & Worst Chain Restaurant Smash Burgers

staff@mashed.com (Sam Skopp) — Tue, 30 Dec 2025 14:33:00 +0000

Smash burgers have been trending for several years now, but they're not all winners. Find out which chain restaurants serve the best and worst ones.

12 Grocery Store Gingerbread Cookies Ranked Best To Worst

staff@mashed.com (Steven Luna) — Tue, 09 Dec 2025 21:33:00 +0000

Gingerbread cookies are delicious year-round but they really stand out during the holidays. Find out which brands at the grocery store make the best cookie.

We Asked 11 Chefs What The Best Meal They Ate In 2025 Was And Their Answers Sound Delicious

staff@mashed.com (Michael Palan) — Mon, 10 Nov 2025 21:33:00 +0000

At the New York Wine & Food Festival we had juicy conversations with 11 chefs on the most delicious meals they ate in 2025. Pull up a chair and let's dig in.

The Best Rums To Drink Straight, According To Experts

staff@mashed.com (Lauren Corona) — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 11:33:00 +0000

We spoke to rum experts to dish details about the best rums to drink straight. From aged rums to younger versions, there's something for all tastes and budgets.

These Are The Food Trends Chefs Want Everyone To Forget About In 2026

staff@mashed.com (Michael Palan) — Thu, 30 Oct 2025 17:35:51 +0000

Mashed caught up with many chefs at the 2025 New York City Wine & Food Festival to pick their brains about food trends that should disappear next year.

12 Best Vodkas To Drink Straight, According To Experts

staff@mashed.com (Hannah Warne Latincsics) — Tue, 28 Oct 2025 20:33:00 +0000

For the smoothest, cleanest, and most flavorful options without mixers, we asked experts to share their advice on which vodka brands are best to drink straight.

We Tried And Ranked 7 Store-Bought Cinnamon Rolls — Here's The Best One

staff@mashed.com (Steven Luna) — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 18:33:00 +0000

With all the options out there for store-bought cinnamon rolls, you don't need to bake your own to satisfy your cravings. But some are better than others.

This Is Hands Down The Best Diners, Drive-Ins And Dives Restaurant In Pennsylvania

staff@mashed.com (Ashlen Wilder) — Sun, 19 Oct 2025 10:03:00 +0000

Our pick for Philadelphia's top "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives" restaurant isn't famous for Philly cheesesteak but its unexpected fusion of two distinct cuisines.

We Asked Italian Chefs For The Best Store-Bought Pasta Brand, And This What They Picked

staff@mashed.com (Lauren Corona) — Sat, 18 Oct 2025 20:33:00 +0000

When you're craving for pasta but don't want to order from a restaurant, you can buy from the store and cook at home. Experts say these are the best options.

12 Overrated NYC Restaurants You Can Skip, According To A Local

staff@mashed.com (Fletcher Huntley) — Sat, 18 Oct 2025 13:33:00 +0000

Many New York City restaurants look great on social media. But according to a local, some famous eateries just don't live up to all the hype.

The 12 Best Italian Foods To Buy At Aldi

staff@mashed.com (Steven Luna) — Wed, 03 Sep 2025 11:33:00 +0000

Aldi has an exciting selection of diverse foods, including a well-stocked choice of Italian foods. We tasted and assessed the options to determine the best.

Cracker Barrel's Best Menu Items — Ranked And Reviewed

staff@mashed.com (Sam Zwick) — Wed, 06 Aug 2025 11:33:00 +0000

Cracker Barrel is an institution in the U.S., and the chain is known for its extensive menu. We tasted a wide selection and ranked the items to find the best.

The Best And Worst Of Woodford Reserve

staff@mashed.com (DB Kelly) — Fri, 09 May 2025 16:30:00 +0000

We looked beyond the elegant bottles and packaging that come standard with Woodford Reserve to weigh in on the distillery's best and worst offerings.

Taste Test: Is McDonald's Premium Lemonade Better Than Chick-Fil-A's?

staff@mashed.com (Sam Skopp) — Sat, 19 Apr 2025 14:30:00 +0000

McDonald's is throwing its hat into the ring again with a new and improved lemonade recipe, but how does their premium lemonade compare to Chick-fil-A's?

The X Most Overrated Snack Foods Of All Time

staff@mashed.com (Mashed Staff) — Fri, 14 Feb 2025 13:30:10 +0000

We've got strong opinions around here about snacks and there are certain snacks that Mashed writers are can't get behind and think are completely overrated.

Valentine's Day Chocolates No One Wants To Eat

staff@mashed.com (Steven Luna) — Thu, 16 Jan 2025 13:30:12 +0000

Any chocolate fan's eyes light up when seeing a box of Valentine's Day candy. But not all chocolate is created equal, and some sweets are total duds.