The Kitchn

Learn the secret to making the perfect mai tai cocktail, one of the most beloved tiki drinks. We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Before I left home for college,...

Mai Tai

This fizzy, creamy 3-ingredient coffee drink is super popular in Brazil for a reason. We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. I typically take my coffee pretty simply, a little...

Mocha Cola

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. There’s no better place to stock up for summer than Aldi. That’s because I still want to celebrate the season with friends and food without worrying about my grocery bill. The discount grocer is packed with grill-friendly groceries, individually packed snacks, and other summer staples at even more budget-friendly prices this season. (ICYMI: Aldi is lowering prices on more than 250 items through Labor Day.)

The $1 Aldi Grocery I’m Stocking in My Pantry All Summer Long (I Buy 4 at a Time!)

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Cooking With Maryann

There's nothing better on a super hot day than a nice, fresh and cool summer salad! One of our favorite flavor combos is bacon, lettuce and tomato. (Okay, so really, it's anything with bacon in it... don't judge. :D)

BLT Pasta Salad

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. When it comes to corn chips, Fritos reign supreme — and it’s easy to see why they’ve garnered a massive fan base for decades. They’re far thicker and sturdier than many tortilla chips with a satisfying crunch that rivals even the best kettle chips. Fritos Scoops are the ultimate vessel for dips, and the Honey BBQ Flavor Twists are a must-buy snack at the gas station. They are also a beloved topper on chili or the base for a hearty dinner in the classic frito pie. While I don’t have them often, I will absolutely snack on them if they’re around.

Fritos Just Launched a Limited-Edition “Cowboy” Flavor That’s Even Better than the Original

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Costco is always changing things in its stores to make things better for members, making their shopping experiences worthy of the increased cost of membership, including updates to their inventory lists on the app. And now, to both benefit the experience of the customer and Costco employees, the wholesale retailer is slowly rolling out a major food court change that will streamline the process for getting your $1.50 hot dogs.

Costco Is Rolling Out a Controversial Food Court Change, and Shoppers Are Not Happy

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. I’m a big-time novelty eater. If you’ve got a new hot sauce/ice cream/cereal out there, I want to try it … yesterday. A new-to-me grocery always has that certain secret sauce, making for an easy cheat code to prevent my snacking/cooking/treating routine from getting stale. So I was beyond thrilled to taste my way through dozens of new groceries hitting stores this June to see which ones were the best of the bunch.

I Tried Dozens of New Groceries Hitting Shelves This Month — These Are the 8 I’m Eating All Summer

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. As an Indian-vegetarian, I have fond memories of Indo-Chinese gobi manchurian at community potlucks, rare plates of aloo gobi (when my South Indian Mother would serve North Indian food), and snacking on raw florets dipped in Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing with my dad. Since then, I’ve given up cauliflower. Not because I wanted to. You see, I have a chronic GI illness and the unsuspecting cruciferous vegetable has a rather rude ability to land me in the hospital.

This $4 Bag of Potato Chips Is the Best I’ve Ever Had

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. There’s almost nothing nicer than a pint of fresh blueberries. You can bake them into a crumble, fold them into a coffee cake, or go big and make a classic blueberry pie. Or you could skip all that and do what I most often do, which is just eat the whole container standing up in the kitchen before the berries ever hit the fridge. No matter how you choose to enjoy your berries, they need to be washed before they’re enjoyed. Here’s the best way to do it.

I Finally Found the Best Way to Wash and Store Blueberries So They Stay Perfect for Weeks

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. I’ll be the first to admit that my dogs are lovingly spoiled. They have extra cozy beds, multiple blankets, stylish bowls, and a seemingly endless supply of treats I’m happy to reward them with — in moderation, of course. As a shopping editor, a fun part of my job is testing out a variety of products for the home from kitchen tools to appliances. However, I also really love when my pets get to try out products, too! I have two dogs at home who have a ton of energy to go along with all of their stuff, and they’re instantly interested as soon as they hear a box opening or a crinkling wrapper.

I Treat My Dogs to These Frozen “Pupsicles” All Summer (They Absolutely Love Them!)

Seattle, WA

Maria Shimizu Christensen

Need something to do this weekend? Our entire region is teeming with festivals. If you don’t live in one of the host towns, these events are a great opportunity for a day trip. The weather is going to be fabulous: sunny and in the low to mid 80s depending on where you end up. Stay hydrated!

Loads of Festivals This Weekend

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Dianna Carney

Chloe, a 9 to 10-week-old puppy, is the last of her litter and is eagerly looking for a forever home. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently shared Chloe's story and her endearing qualities.

Meet Chloe: The 10-Week-Old Puppy Who Is The Last Of Her Litter Looking For Love

Hammy and Cheyanne, two miniature poodles, are in search of their forever home. Weighing 6.3lb and 6.4lb respectively, these sweet pups are a bonded pair with a sad past. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, shares their story, explaining that "Hammy & Cheyanne are cruelty case pups that are a bonded pair. They're from a rural area in Texas. These are a pair of sweet little pups that are in need of a fresh start together!"

Meet The Sweet Little Dogs Who Are Looking For Love

Summer is arguably the best season for entertaining — but when you have dinner parties lined up and plenty of guests coming over, you need to make sure your space is neat and organized. Thankfully, there are a ton of products on the market that are specifically designed to help you with just about every cleaning and organizing task there is. Even better, so many of those products are about to be on major sale during Amazon Prime Day, the two-day sales event where you can score anything and everything for way less. (It’s even a good time to start holiday shopping, if you can believe it!) So, from air filters and vacuums to storage racks and much more, check out this short list of some of our favorite cleaning and organizing products on sale for Prime Day — just don’t forget to add these to your cart ASAP, since there’s a good chance many of these items will sell out before the event is over!

These Prime Day Deals on Organizing and Cleaning Favorites Will Instantly Declutter Your Space

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced a six-year-old French bulldog named Joannie who is looking for her forever home. The local animal rescue explains: “Joannie was found as a stray extremely emaciated and less than half her current weight now. She was missing fur on her body, face and ears. She has been nursed back to health and is doing wonderfully. While her age and exact history is unknown, it is clear she has mothered more than enough litters in her short lifetime.”

Meet Joannie: The "Extreme Snuggler" French Bulldog Looking For Love

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Aldi is legendary when it comes to great prices on groceries, but the store is also known for something else: the cart system. If you have ever been to an Aldi, you are aware that this German supermarket chain follows the European system when it comes to their carts. There is a lock attached to the handlebar of each cart, and you need to insert a quarter into the slot to release the lock. Once you are done with your shopping, simply return the cart to the corral at the front of the store, insert the chain from the cart in front of yours, and the quarter is released back to you. The system keeps the parking lot tidy and is one of the many ways the store keeps costs down, as they don’t have to hire extra staff to collect grocery carts.

Turns Out You Don’t Need a Quarter for Aldi’s Shopping Carts If You Have This Instead

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Some mornings you have the time to whip up a tasty breakfast, maybe an omelet or even smashed avocado on toast. But other mornings can happen in a rush, and without much time to spare, having breakfast items ready to grab-and-go is key if you’re having a hectic start to your day. Trader Joe’s completely understands, which is why the store just dropped a new breakfast item at a jaw-dropping low price: trail mix bars!

If You Spot This New Breakfast Find at Trader Joe’s, Buy 3 (It’s Only $1!)

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Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

Alameda, CA

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It’s kitten season, and FAAS is filled with fabulous baby felines! Some of these soft, sweet, adorable creatures are ready for forever homes, and many others are in need of foster homes.

Kitten Season at the Alameda Animal Shelter

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Piña Colada

You don’t have to be somewhere tropical to enjoy this perfectly frosty piña colada. We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links,...

Piña Colada

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