By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Garrett Palm) | 1/28/2026 6:45 PM

Trader Joe's has released the results of its 2026 Customer Choice Awards. Four notable frozen items won awards. Here's everything you need to know. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Chris Corlew) | 1/28/2026 6:19 PM

Kirkland Signature products often come at a great value for high-quality, but in some cases, the meat isn't worth the price. These seveb options don't cut it. ... Read full Story

By THE MANUAL | Omair Khaliq Sultan | 1/28/2026 6:12 PM

The best kitchen purchases are the ones that get used on random Tuesdays. An indoor grill with an air fryer built in is exactly that kind of tool. You can knock out protein and sides fast, keep the mess contained, and skip the “what are we doing for dinner?” spiral. The Ninja DG551 Foodi Smart […] The post Dinner gets a lot easier when your grill is on the counter, and this one is half off appeared first on The Manual. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Bobby Lewis) | 1/28/2026 2:39 PM

If you're a dim sum fan and live anywhere near the San Francisco Bay Area, take some time to visit what might just be the largest dim sum parlor in the U.S. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Chelsea Falin) | 1/28/2026 1:19 PM

It's always good to do your homework before dining at chain restaurants. Here are the rules you should know before your next visit to Outback Steakhouse. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Nikki Munoz) | 1/28/2026 12:39 PM

There's no denying that Anthony Bourdain knew food. Simple and delicious, he used this beloved Italian deli meat to make one of his famous sandwiches. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Bobby Lewis) | 1/28/2026 11:41 AM

Publix has a long history in the Sunshine State, but a competitor is winning the hearts of Floridians, and which one it is will certainly surprise you. ... Read full Story

By THE MANUAL | Christopher Osburn | 1/28/2026 10:30 AM

If you somehow missed it, 2026 is America’s 250th birthday. To celebrate this momentous event, St. Louis, Missouri-based StilL 630 is releasing a new line of rare, single-barrel, bottled-in-bond bourbons crafted to celebrate the United States’ semiquincentennial. StilL 630 Indomitable Spirit of America 250th Birthday Bourbon Recently, the distillery launched the first in its series […] The post StilL 630 is launching a bourbon to celebrate America’s 250th birthday appeared first on The Manual. ... Read full Story

By THE MANUAL | Christopher Osburn | 1/28/2026 10:16 AM

Dos Maderas, the well-known rum brand under Bodegas Williams & Humbert, just announced the first release in its Dos Maderas Origen Series. This new series was created to show the diversity of rum throughout the world, and it all begins with an expression from a country not often associated with rum. Dos Maderas Origen Thailand […] The post Dos Maderas is launching a limited-edition 12-year-old Thai rum appeared first on The Manual. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Bobby Lewis) | 1/28/2026 6:39 AM

Investing in home appliances takes a lot of research, but what if you need to return something? Here's how Home Depot's and Costco's return policies stack up. ... Read full Story

By THE MANUAL | Johnny Motley | 1/28/2026 12:00 AM

After a hellacious hangover on New Year’s Day, I resolved to observe Dry January. For the past three weeks, I’ve been as abstemious as the director of The Woman’s Christian Temperance Union. Nary a glass of wine, a pint of beer, or a wee dram o’ whiskey has touched my lips since 2025. I’m off […] The post The Case for Dry (Martini) January appeared first on The Manual. ... Read full Story

By THE MANUAL | Johnny Motley | 1/27/2026 10:00 PM

Dating in New York City is a blood sport—especially in these twisted times of the digital meat markets we call dating apps. With limitless options at thumb’s reach, every eye wanders, and every bench is deeper than a Western Conference playoff team. It is a tough time to be putting yourself out there and a […] The post Valentine’s Day in NYC: 9 places to take your date appeared first on The Manual. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Chelsea Falin) | 1/27/2026 7:39 PM

In our opinion, stocking your fridge with easy-to-indulge cheeses is a genius idea. This affordable Aldi cheese is a creamy, versatile must-have. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Chelsea Falin) | 1/27/2026 6:33 PM

McDonald's has unveiled its new Hot Honey Menu, and we've got all the spicy details. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Jenn Carnevale) | 1/27/2026 6:19 PM

From Costco "kimchi" to the Jochizza, Costco's food court has inspired several creative hacks. We headed to the store to try and rank five of them. ... Read full Story

By THE MANUAL | Emily Caldwell | 1/27/2026 6:00 PM

We've narrowed down the best coffee makers with grinders on the market in 2025, helping you select an intuitive, trustworthy machine you can count on. Here are our favorites. The post 6 best coffee makers with grinders to elevate your coffee game appeared first on The Manual. ... Read full Story

By THE MANUAL | Emily Caldwell | 1/27/2026 4:52 PM

If you’re looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for the coffee lover in your life, look to Cometeer’s newest Winter Favorites Coffee Bundle. This newly launched limited-edition five-sleeve collection is designed for cozy sipping and includes Comeeter’s uniquely flash-frozen coffee pods for warm or cold coffee use. Handpicked to complement colder days, the bundle […] The post Cometeer launches winter favorites coffee bundle and Valentine’s Day gift box appeared first on The Manual. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Javaria Akbar) | 1/27/2026 4:39 PM

Fresh pasta is rewarding to make but takes up a lot of counter space. If your kitchen is small, there is a way to make fresh pasta more easily. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Wendy Hector) | 1/27/2026 4:19 PM

If you need a quick, ready-made pasta dish to please a crowd, try one of Costco's offerings. We tasted eight different options and ranked them. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Karen Hart) | 1/27/2026 2:39 PM

Keeping track of how much alcohol you consume is responsible, and you may want to have just one beer. But just how many ounces are there in one beer? ... Read full Story