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Say Goodbye To Squirrels, Rabbits, And Other Garden Pests With This Cayenne Pepper Trick

staff@tastingtable.com (James Hastings) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 20:40:00 +0000

Keep squirrels, rabbits, and other garden pests away naturally with a simple cayenne pepper trick that's inexpensive and helps protect your plants.

Costco's Best New Bar Cake Of 2026 (So Far) Blows Regular Cookie Cake Out Of The Water

staff@tastingtable.com (Sara Klimek) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 19:40:00 +0000

Costco's bakery section is packed with sweet treats, but this fan favorite bar cake stands out. Discover what makes it a step above your average cookie cake.

Culver's Fans Are Divided After The Chain Removes This Classic Soda

staff@tastingtable.com (Lindsay Cronin) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 19:39:26 +0000

Culver's has quietly swapped a soda staple on its drink machines, and fans are divided over the loss of this nostalgic favorite.

Consumer Reports Found Arsenic In All 52 Rice Products It Tested — Here's What They Say Needs To Happen Next

staff@tastingtable.com (Dee Lopez) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 19:34:10 +0000

A Consumer Reports investigation found arsenic in 52 rice products and is urging regulators and manufacturers take next steps to reduce exposure.

A Candy Land (Yes, The Board Game) Pop-Up Is Shockingly One Of San Diego's Best Cocktail Spots

staff@tastingtable.com (Carmen Varner) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:57:19 +0000

The whimsical Candy Land Cafe is open in San Diego, and I checked this limited-time pop-up out. Here's what I think of the food, drink, and more.

Costco's New Ice Cream Find Is An Eco-Friendly Brand Customers Can't Wait To Get Their Paws On

staff@tastingtable.com (Luna Christina Lupus) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:39:46 +0000

You may not expect to find eco-friendly options inside of Costco's large, industrial warehouses - but its latest find has people rubbing their paws together.

Where To Find The Best Lobster Rolls In Boston

staff@tastingtable.com (Samantha Maxwell) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:20:00 +0000

Boston has a wide selection of lobster rolls throughout the city, but these are seven of the best, most delicious options.

What Is The Average Lifespan Of A Countertop Water Filter?

staff@tastingtable.com (Luna Regina) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Even if you have used a countertop water filter for years, you may not know what the lifespan of that vital kitchen appliance should actually be.

3-Ingredient Black Bean Veggie Burgers Recipe

staff@tastingtable.com (Miriam Hahn) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:50:00 +0000

You won't sacrifice flavor with our easy black bean veggie burgers, which come together with only 3 wholesome ingredients and are both nutritious and delicious.

This Culver's Burger Trick Makes A Big Difference, And You Can Easily Copy It At Home

staff@tastingtable.com (Angeline Stratz) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0000

This simple Culver's burger trick helps create juicier, more evenly sized patties, and it's easy to recreate using a tool in your own kitchen.

Sweet And Tart Berry Key Lime Pie Recipe

staff@tastingtable.com (Michelle McGlinn) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:50:00 +0000

What's better than a classic key lime pie? A pretty-in-pink version with sweet-tart raspberry juice in the custard and a 3-berry compote on top.

Bobby Flay Recommends These Beginner-Friendly Fish For The Grill

staff@tastingtable.com (Martha Brennan) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:40:00 +0000

According to Bobby Flay, the secret to mastering fish on the grill starts with the kind of fish you use, and beginners should opt for a specific kind.

The Handy Kitchen Utensil To Look For At Costco (It Makes Grilling So Much Easier)

staff@tastingtable.com (Allison Forsyth) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:30:00 +0000

This heatproof grilling tool will make all your outdoor cooking jobs easier, especially as they come in a 4-pack so you can have a few for different jobs.

No Paint, No Problem — There's A Better Way To Update Your Cabinets, And The Styles Are Limitless

staff@tastingtable.com (Autumn Swiers) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0000

This hack can easily transform your cabinets without any paint. You can do it on a budget and experiment with different colors and patterns, too.

Here's What Newspaper Grocery Ads Looked Like In The '60s (The Prices Are Jarring)

staff@tastingtable.com (Jaimie Mackey) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:40:00 +0000

While a turkey is cheaper now, instant coffee costs more. We delve into price comparisons of what seems inexpensive on 1960s grocery ads, but isn't always.

Break Out Your Dutch Oven: Consumer Reports Suggests This Is How To Reheat A Rotisserie Chicken

staff@tastingtable.com (Lindsey Reynolds) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:30:00 +0000

A rotisserie chicken is one of the easiest dinners you can pick up for the family, but reheating leftovers isn't so simple, and the Dutch oven does it right.

Review: Barton 1792's Oldest Age Statement Is An Exquisite Bourbon, But It Requires A Visit To The Airport

staff@tastingtable.com (Hayley Hamilton Cogill) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:20:00 +0000

Barton Distillery's 1792 XV is finally out as a limited release, and I believe its flavor and character may be worth the rather costly price point.

The 15 Best New Fast Food Deals Of 2026 (So Far)

staff@tastingtable.com (Meredith Burkhart) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Food prices may be up, but there are still $1 deals to be had in 2026 - these are the best new deals to keep in mind when you get a fast food craving.

The Starbucks Matcha Skeptics Should Try First Took The Top Spot In Our Ranking

staff@tastingtable.com (Sara Klimek) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:30:00 +0000

With an entire lineup of iced matcha drinks to try at Starbucks, we've done the legwork of tasting all of them. Here's which drink came out on top.

Growing Tomatoes? This Eco-Friendly Flavor Booster Is Already In Your Yard

staff@tastingtable.com (Martha Brennan) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Sometimes the simplest gardening hack is right in front of you, and that's exactly the case with this eco-friendly fertilizer that'll yield tastier tomatoes.