Food and Beverage Reviews and Recipes
Former restaurant lifer turned food writer, I bring kitchen know-how and industry insight to every review I write. Whether it’s a pantry staple or a niche treat, I’ll tell you if it’s worth your money—and how to make it shine in your own kitchen. I’m especially interested in health-forward or eco-friendly brands, but I’m also intrigued by novelty - pitch me something new.
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Spiced fruit cranberry sauce is complete for the holiday season. I freeze some and use it for both Thx and Christmas.
The secret ingredients: both fresh and dried cranberries.
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This artful hot sauce is founded in Barcelona by Kentucky-born Tyler Mains. Capturing the spirit of the Iberian Peninsula in both ingredients and artistic design, we brought the medium to the office to taste test.
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Mashed - Kate Hagan Gallup
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2023 Sustainable Eats: Latest Trends (Print PDF)
Costco offers family-favorite deals year-round, but the seasonal holiday specials are always an added bonus to your annual membership. Check out some of these 2025 hot buys and elevate your entertaining game from creating a festive environment, offering special snacks, and finding unique and simple main courses to including a sweet holiday treat.
Tip: Many of the special holiday items can only be bought in person and are not available online. Sounds like a good excuse to grab a coffee and spend some time wandering the aisles of the one-stop shopping wonderland that is Costco. See you there!