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Review: Lay's New Thanksgiving Potato Chip Flavors Are So Good I'd Eat Them On Turkey Day

staff@tastingtable.com (Emily Hunt) — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 01:21:05 +0000

We tried Lay's three limited-time Holi-Lay's potato chip flavors ahead of their launch, and they all hit right spots as Thanksgiving-themed snacks.

Review: 7-Eleven's New Sauces Swing Big And Deliver Many Flavorful Hits

staff@tastingtable.com (Michael Palan) — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:20:00 +0000

7-Eleven is bringing something "BiG" to its condiment offerings: eight new sauces. We tried them with 7-Eleven food offerings; here are our thoughts.

4 Frozen Dumplings From Costco, Ranked Worst To Best

staff@tastingtable.com (Carmen Varner) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:20:00 +0000

Dumplings are a wonderful comfort food, and one that you can find at your nearest Costco's frozen food section. Here's how we ranked four such items.

Review: The New Pepsi Vanilla & Cream Soda Is A Refreshing Best-Of-Both-Worlds Combo

staff@tastingtable.com (Emily Hunt) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:37:22 +0000

Pepsi's bringing the winter vibes with its latest flavor: Vanilla & Cream. I tried the both regular and zero-sugar versions, and here's what I think.

11 Ghost Energy Drink Flavors, Ranked

staff@tastingtable.com (Samantha Maxwell) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 09:20:00 +0000

Ghost Energy offers a range of energy drink flavors, from cloying to sour. We tried a variety and found one that beats the rest.

12 Culver's Custard Flavors, Ranked

staff@tastingtable.com (Megan Hageman) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 23:20:00 +0000

I took a dozen trips to Culver's to try various custard Flavors of the Day and ranked them for you. The best one has the most successful flavor and toppings.

11 Packaged Deli Ham Brands, Ranked

staff@tastingtable.com (Samantha Maxwell) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 18:20:00 +0000

Due to its convenience and versatility, it's often a good idea to have some packaged deli ham ready. But which brands have the best tasting ham of this kind?

Panda Express Vs. P.F. Chang's: Which Chain Makes The Best Orange Chicken?

staff@tastingtable.com (Megan Hageman) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 15:20:00 +0000

Does Panda Express or P.F. Chang's make better orange chicken? We tried both to find out whether the pricier version is actually worth the extra cash.

The Convenience Store Take-And-Bake Pizza That Outshines 3 Major Grocery Chains

staff@tastingtable.com (Julia Holland) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Grocery stores offer dozens of brands of frozen pizza, but we found that a convenience store actually has one of the best take-and-bakes options.

9 Sour Patch Kids Candies, Ranked

staff@tastingtable.com (Carmen Varner) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 00:20:00 +0000

Are the original Sour Patch Kids candies the best, or does the brand have other, better options? Here's how we ranked nine Sour Patch Kids varieties.

10 Canned Kidney Beans, Ranked

staff@tastingtable.com (Samantha Maxwell) — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 21:20:00 +0000

We wanted to find the best canned kidney beans, so we tried a variety looking for something earthy, salty, and not too mushy.

I Tried Taco Bell's Latest Fall 2026 Menu Drop — Here's What Stole The Show

staff@tastingtable.com (Sophie Morelli) — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:58:59 +0000

Taco Bell has given us plenty of delicious menu drops this year. We tried its newest fall 2026 items to see whether they were worth the hype.

I Tried Taco Bell's New Horchata-Inspired Drinks, And 2 Were Standouts

staff@tastingtable.com (Lei Shishak) — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 13:02:27 +0000

I got to try four of Taco Bell's new horchata-inspired beverages ahead of their launch, and I'm glad to inform you they deliver in terms of flavor.

6 Aldi Olives, Ranked Worst To Best

staff@tastingtable.com (Samantha Maxwell) — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 10:20:00 +0000

We set out to try Aldi's array of olives and ended up loving a couple for their captivating taste. Flavor and even novelty were vital factors.

I Tried Jeni's New Acorn Ice Cream, And Call Me A Squirrel Because I'm Satisfied

staff@tastingtable.com (Emily Hunt) — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:20:00 +0000

Jeni's is known for releasing some wild flavors like its new acorn-flavored ice cream, so we tried and reviewed the brand's latest offering.

7 Store-Bought Quiches, Ranked

staff@tastingtable.com (Megan Hageman) — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 15:20:00 +0000

Store-bought quiches can be a delicious and nutritious breakfast on the fly, but it helps to know which ones are worth the buy. Here's how a few options stand.

The 5 Best And 5 Worst New Halloween Candies To Try In 2026

staff@tastingtable.com (Blair Gallacher) — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 13:20:00 +0000

With spooky season coming up soon, it's worth looking at which new Halloween candies are real treats and which ones might end up tricking you.

10 Non-Chicken Items From Popeyes, Ranked

staff@tastingtable.com (Carmen Varner) — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:20:00 +0000

Popeyes may "love that chicken," but they do still serve other non-poultry items. From biscuits to fries to desserts, we ranked their chicken-free offerings.

Popeyes Vs Dave's Hot Chicken: Who Makes The Best Spicy Chicken Sandwich?

staff@tastingtable.com (Katie Mach) — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 15:20:00 +0000

Bring on the heat. We tried spicy chicken sandwiches from Popeyes and Dave's Hot Chicken. It was a bit complex, but one was still considered the fiery winner.

The Best Pillsbury Grands! Biscuit Flavor Isn't Original Or Butter

staff@tastingtable.com (Martha Brennan) — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Pillsbury Grands! offers several popular, classic flavors, but there's another variety that we think tastes even better than the original.