Colby Hall

Articles by Colby Hall

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15 Groceries Every Home Should Have Right Now

These are the essential foods to have on-hand at all times—but especially during emergencies.

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11 Tips for Safe Grocery Shopping Amid COVID-19

Follow these guidelines to limit your risk of contracting or spreading the virus at the supermarket.

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The Safest Grocery Stores to Shop Right Now

These brands received the highest marks in health and safety practices, according to a new consumer poll.

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The 8 Most Popular Coffee Brands

A recent Harris Poll reveals which brands of coffee most people in the U.S. love to have at home.

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Walmart to Suspend This Delivery Service

At least temporarily, the new InHome delivery services will be sidelined amid COVID-19

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You’ve Been Storing Ice Cream Wrong

Ben & Jerry's is dropping some pro knowledge on how to best avoid freezer burn.

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There’s a Shortage of This Popular Soda

Kinks in the food supply chain are hitting soda shelves.

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Coca-Cola’s New Drink May Be the Worst for You Yet

Coke's soon-to-be-launched soda is infused with coffee for a mega caffeine jolt with artificial sweeteners.

These Popular Prepared Foods at Walmart Are Linked to Illness Outbreak

Walmart Prepared Foods Linked to Illness Outbreak

These ready-to-eat items featuring contaminated onions are also sold at Kroger and H-E-B.

5 New Things You Can Expect to See in Most Restaurants This Fall

5 New Things You Can Expect in Restaurants This Fall

Restaurants will implement these changes to outdoor dining as the weather turns cold.

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Why Fast Food Dining Rooms Won’t Open

It's not just public health concerns behind this trend...

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5 CDC Rules That Restaurants are Ignoring

Breaking these rules has led to a number of eateries being shut down across the country.

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Costco Says This Beloved Item Isn't Coming Back

Contrary to reports, the wholesaler denies that half-sheet cakes are returning to stores.

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The Secret Costco Perk You Never Knew About

Long-time members are likely unaware of this awesome service.

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5 Essentials You Need to Boost Your Immunity

Make sure you have these in your diet every day to stay strong and healthy—especially now.

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Trader Joe’s Changing These "Racist" Labels

The grocery chain is responding to criticism that its brand names for ethnic cuisines are insensitive.

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9 Beloved Foods You May Never Eat Again

Restaurant chains are close to shutting down due to COVID-19, which means no more of these favorite dishes.

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These Popular Grocery Items Keep Getting More Expensive

Pandemic-related shifts in supply and demand have prices for these specific foods skyrocketing.

This Is the #1 Worst Fast Food Chain in America, Says Report

The #1 Worst Fast Food Chain in America

Consumer Reports deemed this chain the worst of the lot in a new reader survey.

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The Worst Side Effect of New Restaurant Practices

Fears of spreading COVID-19 have led the restaurant industry to revert back to this harmful practice.

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7 Things at a Restaurant That Can Transmit COVID-19

The CDC has new guidelines on food safety. Here are items with which you should be careful.

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The Real Reason McDonald's Ditched Salads

Here's why you won't see greens on the menu anymore.

5 Surprising New Things You’ll See at Popular Grocery Stores Soon

5 New Things You’ll See at Grocery Stores

Robots, fast-food chain kiosks, and more changes to self-serve food stations you'll see at your local store.

Restaurant Servers Are Furious About This One Thing as They Return to Work

Servers Are Furious About This When Returning to Work

Wait staff and bartenders are lamenting the risk and rewards that come with going back to work.

7 Mistakes You Can’t Afford to Make at Walmart

7 Mistakes You Can't Afford to Make at Walmart

Follow these simple guidelines to stay safe, healthy, and save money at Walmart amid COVID-19.

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12 Secret Grocery Shopping Tips You Should Be Following Right Now

Follow these simple guidelines to stay safe and healthy at the grocery store amid COVID-19.

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Expect to Use This Tech at Restaurants Near You Soon

As eateries continue to open up, they're instituting new, clever, and high-tech ways to serve you.

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These Foods Will Vanish from Grocery Stores, Experts Say

The coronavirus will likely have long-term effects at your local grocer.

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7 Ways You’re Attracting Germs When You Go Out to Eat

Better safe than sorry! Follow these guidelines to avoid COVID-19 when dining out at reopened restaurants.

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The #1 Worst Mistake to Avoid at Dine-In Restaurants

Stay safe, healthy, and smart as dining establishments are starting to reopen.

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