#taste-test

#taste-test

If you have yet to hop on the Dubai chocolate train, don't worry, as the trend is still firmly in its heyday - and you don't even have to make your own pistachio cream to try it. In fact, earlier in 2025 Shake Shack released a Dubai chocolate shake, and the same summer saw Crumbl dropping a stellar Dubai chocolate brownie, much to the delight of doting fans (myself among them). I've since developed an unwelcome craving for the sweet treat's profile.

I'm a firm believer that no pizza-filled movie night is complete without a few classic pizza chain sides - a Caesar salad, some garlic knots, or, the most classic of them all, good old-fashioned cheesy bread. In fact, sometimes the cheesy bread, while simple and unsuspecting, ends up being the star of the show. You just have to know where to look.

The strawberry cheese bowtie danishes from Walmart ranked last in a taste test of eight pastries due to their gummy texture and artificial flavor.

Aldi offers an impressive variety of cheeses at unbeatable prices, making it an ideal spot for cheese lovers and budget-conscious shoppers.

The evaluation of ten types of lightly salted potato crisps revealed that while differentiation was challenging, every type had its supporters, ensuring no poor samples in the group.

Carbone's Alfredo sauce is not certified gluten-free due to processing in a facility that handles gluten, but its ingredient list is gluten-free and tasty.

Trader Joe's Salame di Parma mild salami ranked the lowest among the sampled brands due to its thin texture and lack of memorable complexity in flavor.

Many Whole Foods Markets sell Iggy's Whole Wheat Sourdough Baguette, which has a unique flavor and texture, complemented by a robust, chewy crust and a soft, airy crumb.

On a rainy day, I endeavored to find out which roast beef sub reigns supreme between Jimmy John's 'Big John' and Subway's offering, both popular chains.

The cheese pizza from Trader Joe's had a thin, chewy crust that was ultimately bland and underwhelming, lacking the impact of its Aldi counterpart.

I can potentially tell you which bottled water is best.

Trader Joe's 72% cacao dark chocolate bar is surprisingly better than beloved brands, ranked among the top choices in comparison to Lindt and Ghirardelli.

To determine the list of frozen burgers we'd test, we combed through Reddit threads, YouTube reviews, and other tastings to determine which brands should be on our list.

Trix cereal not only brings nostalgia but has also claimed the top spot in a recent taste test, showcasing its enduring appeal and fruity flavors.

"One glance at the ingredients list made for a troubling discovery of numerous unknown compounds and ultra-processed sweeteners, which instantly put nutritional value in last place."

The Great Value Meat Lovers Burrito promised a medley of meats but delivered mostly bland, wet potatoes, proving to be a disappointing choice for meat lovers.

Tasting Table found that the Atkins peanut butter cookie surpasses others in flavor and nutrition, reflecting a thoughtful balance and low sugar content.

Kind dark chocolate nuts and sea salt bars provide a distinct peanut butter and chocolate flavor with prominent peanuts, while Kirkland Signature nut bars offer a beautifully nutty experience.

Ruffles Flamin' Hot BBQ was inspired by NBA player Jayson Tatum's St Louis roots and features a subtle spice that enhances its barbecue flavor.

Despite its promise of a sweet, icy blue-razz boost, Alani Nu's Blue Slush flavor disappoints with a taste more akin to cough medicine than a refreshing beverage.