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popeyes chicken sandwich, pickle chips, and wings on a blue background

I tried Popeyes' new pickle-themed menu. It's the chain's best launch since its iconic chicken sandwich.

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The author's BLTs from Subway, Jimmy John's, and Cousins Subs are displayed next to each other unwrapped.

I ordered BLT sandwiches from Cousins Subs, Jimmy John's, and Subway. Only one chain let me down.

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Plates of eggs, bacon, pancakes on table at IHOP

My family tried all the $7 meal deals at IHOP. After some disappointments, we found one was an incredible value.

I took my family to IHOP to try the $7 breakfast meal deals on its House Faves menu. The chain's French toast was a great value, the others weren't.

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Groceries on a counter at Aldi with a receipt.

I'm a single man who shops at Aldi at least once a week. I never leave the store without these 9 items.

As a single shopper, I think the Appleton Farms bacon, Clancy's pork rinds, and Coho salmon are some of the best things to get at Aldi.

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Nine Chick-fil-A sauces on a table with a cup and a package of chicken nuggets.

I tried all the Chick-fil-A dipping sauces and ranked them from worst to best

I tried every Chick-fi-A sauce with chicken nuggets and ranked them from my least favorite to my top pick. Most of them were really good.

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In a 4x3 ratio, a composite image of a Wildgrain Brad Delivery Box and an image of a pita bread cooking in the oven.

I tried Wildgrain, a subscription for artisan bread and pastries you bake at home. It's a lifesaver if you don't have a good bakery nearby.

I ate Wildgrain's bake-from-frozen pita bread, cookies, gluten-free tortellini, and more. Here's why the subscription box deserves your freezer space.

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3 underrated dishes you should order at an Indian restaurant, according to a top Indian chef

James Beard-nominated chef Heena Patel shared the underrated Indian dishes she thinks people should order, including khichdi, a classic comfort dish.

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The most famous local sandwich from every state

Each state has its own signature sandwich, from grilled cheese to a burger known as the Jucy Lucy.

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I tried cheeseburgers from 5 fast-food chains and ranked them from worst to best

We compared cheeseburgers from McDonald's, Burger King, Wendy's, Sonic Drive-In, and Checkers. Sonic's burger impressed us the most.

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Container of Trader Joe's organic hummus, with a green label, on a plate with multicolored carrots and pretzel crisps

I tried store-brand hummus from Costco, Wegmans, Whole Foods, and Trader Joe's. I'd bike 40 minutes just for a taste of the winner.

I tried and ranked hummus from different grocery stores, including Whole Foods, Costco, Trader Joe's, and Wegmans, to find the best dip.

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16 cans of Olipop laid out on a wooden table in a pyramid shape.

I tried all the flavors of Olipop prebiotic soda I could find and ranked them from worst to best

I tried every flavor of Olipop I could find and ranked them from worst to best. I loved the tropical-punch, ginger-lemon, and cream-soda flavors.

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six tubs of cottage cheese from various brands spread out on a counter

I tried 6 different brands of cottage cheese to find the best one to buy at the grocery store

I bought different brands of cottage cheese to find the best. From Trader Joe's and Aldi's store brands to Good Culture, here's how they ranked.

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The Ninja, Cosori, and Cafe air fryer toaster ovens on an orange gradient background.

The 6 best air fryer toaster ovens we tested for quick, easy meals and reheating

We tested 25+ of the best air fryer toaster ovens to find which are worth your counter space. Our top picks crisp up fries, roast whole chickens, and more.

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The most famous restaurant in every state

A scene from "When Harry Met Sally" helped put New York's Katz's Deli on the map. And all over the country, there are equally famous restaurants.

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A composite image of two tins of unbaked focaccia with tomatoes in heart shapes on top, and a baked plain foccacia.

I make sourdough focaccia when it's clear my loaf isn't going to turn out. Here are simple tips for delicious bread.

When my loaf is too bubbly and doesn't hold shape, I make sourdough focaccia. Baking focaccia bread has other perks, too.

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Breville Bambino Espresso Machine with a portafilter and milk frothing pitcher on a kitchen counter.

The Breville Bambino Espresso Machine is beginner- and budget-friendly — here's why we love it

The Breville Bambino Espresso Machine is $300, compact, and consistently pulled full-bodied shots of espresso in our tests. What's not to love?

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I tried Ina Garten's one-pot pasta dish, and now I know why it's one of her go-to dinners

Ina Garten's one-pot pasta with sausage and fennel is one of her most popular recipes. The easy dish is delicious and perfect for cheese lovers.

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Photos show what it was really like to eat at McDonald's in the 1950s

When the first McDonald's franchise opened in the 1950s, the experience of visiting the restaurant was vastly different than what we see today.

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A chicken with a probe thermometer cooks inside of the Ninja Foodi XL Pro Air Fry Oven.

I've tested 25+ air fryer toaster ovens — the Ninja Foodi XL Pro is easily my top pick

The Ninja Foodi XL Pro cooks so quickly and evenly that our reporter didn't use his full-size oven for a month. Here's why we love it.

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The Cheesecake Factory Chicken & Jalapeno Fritters

The Cheesecake Factory is removing 13 menu items — and adding these 22 new dishes to its already massive menu

The Cheesecake Factory is removing items like its everything flatbread pizza and mushroom burger to make way for new items.

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A composite image of a bag of Kirkland Signature whole-grain rolled oats and a hand holding a bottle of Bachan's Japanese barbecue sauce.

I'm a diehard Costco fan with an executive membership. Here are the 9 items I can't leave the store without.

The Kirkland Signature organic chicken breasts and Bachan's Japanese barbecue sauce are a few of the many things I never leave Costco without.

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My dad spent months perfecting his recipe for this Greek pasta dish, which only takes 30 minutes to prepare. It's the perfect weeknight dinner.

Youvetsi is a Greek pasta dish typically featuring beef or lamb cooked with orzo pasta and a tomato sauce. This recipe only takes 30 minutes.

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Overhead view of a woman reaching for a vodka tonic cocktail with kumquat garnish

Bartenders share the 5 drinks they wish you'd order more often

From Champagne beverages to rum-based cocktails, here are the drinks bartenders and mixologists wish more people would order at a bar.

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20 things you didn't know were invented by women

The dishwasher, chocolate-chip cookies, and the first version of the Monopoly board game were all created by women.

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You can now pay for that DoorDash order on Klarna. Hmmm.

DoorDash has partnered with Klarna to offer new payment options to customers. Some people called the partnership a "recession indicator."

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Donald Trump with avocado toast, potatoes, berries, and steak.

How Trump's trade war could affect the cost of your breakfast

These 10 breakfast food items might cost more once Trump's proposed tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico go into effect.

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buffalo wild wings chilis and applebees chicken sandwich

I tried chicken sandwiches at Buffalo Wild Wings, Chili's, and Applebee's. My favorite was also the cheapest.

I tried chicken sandwiches at Buffalo Wild Wings, Chili's, and Applebee's. The cheapest sandwich impressed me the most.

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I dropped my phone in boiling water while making this Ina Garten pasta. The dish was worth the drama.

Ina Garten's orecchiette pasta has broccoli rabe and two types of sausage. It's packed with flavor and reheats well, making it perfect for leftovers.

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A McDonald's Minecraft meal with Nether Flame sauce packets

I tried McDonald's new Minecraft meal. The food didn't impress me, but the packaging and collectibles won me over.

McDonald's is launching a Minecraft meal as part of a promotional campaign for the movie. It includes a new spicy sauce and an apple-cake McFlurry.

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A pink box with six flavors of Crumbl cookies. The box is sitting on a wooden table.

I tried 37 flavors of Crumbl cookies and ranked them from worst to best

I tried 32 flavors of Crumbl cookies and ranked them from worst to best. I really enjoyed the chocolate cake, French toast, and pink velvet flavors.

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A loaf of sourdough bread baked by the author.

I started baking sourdough a year ago. It's not nearly as serious as everyone makes it out to be.

I've been making sourdough bread for a year. I don't feed my starter regularly and don't time stretch-and-folds precisely, but my baking method works.

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A hand places a knife on a table set with wine glasses, placemats, a napkin, and silverware at a restaurant.

4 mistakes you should never make at a high-end restaurant, according to an etiquette expert

According to an etiquette expert, diners at high-end restaurants should never show up late or disregard the waitstaff.

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Four packages of chicken salad on a wooden cutting board.

I tried chicken salad from Costco, Trader Joe's, Wegmans, and Whole Foods. There's only one I'd buy again.

I tasted and reviewed chicken salad from Costco, Trader Joe's, Wegmans, and Whole Foods to find the best option for a quick lunch.

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I'm a dietitian. Here are 5 of my favorite high-protein breakfast ideas.

As a dietitian, I've found easy ways to get more protein in the morning. Some of my best protein-packed breakfast ideas include cereal or leftovers.

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Bags of Kirkland Signature pine nuts on the shelves at Costco.

I'm a retired personal trainer on a Mediterranean diet. These 11 Costco buys make my executive membership worth it.

As a retired personal trainer over 60 on a Mediterranean diet, I use my Costco executive membership to buy healthy groceries for meals and snacks.

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Jensen Huang at Nvidia's GTC AI conference

Why Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang paid homage to Denny's at the AI giant's big conference

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang paid homage to Denny's at the company's GTC AI conference, highlighting Silicon Valley's penchant for humble origin stories.

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meghan markle and spaghetti in white bowl with tomatoes and kale

I tried Meghan Markle's one-pot pasta. The easy recipe was perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Meghan Markle's one-pot spaghetti, as shown during her Netflix series "With Love, Meghan," takes under 20 minutes to make.

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I made Guy Fieri's 'perfect' burger, and his special trick for melting the cheese made it restaurant-worthy

Guy Fieri gave us his tips for making a perfect burger at home. He uses brioche instead of sesame-seed buns and has a trick for melting the cheese.

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Thin-sliced Seedtastic and Graintastic bread loaves at Aldi

I'm a dietitian and mom of 3 who shops at Aldi. Here are 14 staples I buy on every trip to save money and eat well.

As a dietitian who shops at Aldi for my family, I grab staples like bone broth, frozen blueberries, and grain bread to save money and eat well.

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I made a traditional Irish breakfast for St. Patrick's Day and the hearty meal fueled me through my workday

A traditional Irish breakfast is very similar to a "full English" breakfast, except for a few ingredients, like black pudding and soda bread.

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A jury awarded a delivery driver burned by Starbucks tea $50 million

A California man filed the complaint against Starbucks in 2020 after hot tea spilled on his lap. Starbucks said it plans to appeal.

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13 mouthwatering Irish recipes Americans are missing out on

Some Irish recipes like shepherd's pie and soda bread are popular in the US, but some, like Dublin coddle, are less widely known.

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I made Ina Garten's chocolate-chunk blondies. They were cheap and easy to make, and my book club couldn't get enough of them.

Ina Garten's recipe for blondies includes basic ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen, making it an affordable and easy dessert.

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shepherds pie and ina garten in the kitchen holding a spoon

I made Ina Garten's shepherd's pie, and the affordable recipe is perfect for St. Patrick's Day

Ina Garten's recipe for shepherd's pie was easy to prepare and a hearty, filling meal perfect for St. Patrick's Day.

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I'm an Irish American who visited the oldest Irish tavern in New York City for the first time. Here are 9 things that surprised me.

McSorley's Old Ale House in New York City is the oldest Irish tavern in the state and is famous for its cheap two-for-one pints.

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four pizzas from california pizza kitchen

My family tried all the original pizzas at California Pizza Kitchen. There's only one we'd never order again.

My family tried California club, California veggie, barbecue chicken, and wild-mushroom pizzas at California Pizza Kitchen to see which is best.

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I ate every exclusive menu item at the first Applebee's and IHOP hybrid restaurant and ranked them from worst to best

I tried five exclusive dishes you won't find at stand-alone Applebee's or IHOP restaurants. My favorite was the Buffalo chicken omelet.

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aussie three-course meal deal from outback steakhouse

I tried Outback Steakhouse's 3-course meal deal for $15. The value is so good that I'd get it again despite my disappointments.

Outback Steakhouse's three-course Aussie meal deal comes with an appetizer, entrée, and dessert for $15. The chain's offer is worth it value-wise.

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Three of the best microwaves lined up on a countertop.

The 5 best microwaves of 2025, tested and reviewed

We use microwaves every day to reheat leftovers, make popcorn, and cook frozen foods. These are the best countertop microwaves for reliable cooking.

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The shrimp, pasta, and sauce all mixed together, with parsley on top

This easy 20-minute pasta from Carbone's chef is the perfect quick dinner

Mario Carbone is the chef behind the iconic Italian restaurant Carbone in NYC. He shared his recipe for a 20-minute penne pasta with Business Insider.

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