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Wax paper, as the name implies, is made out of wax. The material is made super thin yet waterproof, and is used for various purposes — lining counter tops to prevent a mess when you’re kneading dough, wrapping food, and lining containers you want to store baked goods in. Wax paper isn’t the same as … Read more
Kimchi is salted and fermented vegetables made with cabbage, raddish, cucumber, and spinach, among others. Spices like chili powder, spring onions, garlic, and ginger are also used to make Kimchi. The taste is a blend of spicy, sour, and umami. Kimchi originates from Korea and has up to 13 types. But the most common one, … Read more
Cheesecloth is a lightweight material usually made out of cotton and has tiny holes. You can use it to drain and separate curds (lumps of milkfat) from whey (yellow-ish liquid) in the process of making cheese. Curds are what eventually turn into cheese after you continuously press and drain them of whey. Cheesecloths are normally … Read more
Turmeric roots are the raw versions of the spice you know as turmeric powder. Ground turmeric is popularly used as colorant in curries. It’s what gives them their vibrant yellow color. Some people use turmeric powder as a form of dye, and it’s a potent ingredient in medicine. It helps to reduce internal inflammation and … Read more
Debit card cashback is a more convenient service than your ATM. It allows you to request money from grocery stores during checkout. The cashier will enter the amount you request into the card reader along with the total amount for your purchase. They will debit your account, then give you the value in cash. Cashback … Read more
Publix accepts EBT cards as a payment method. You can shop for eligible groceries in-store and online, but you’d have to use another card to pay for Publix delivery. Currently, the store doesn’t accept EBT cards for deliveries. If you want to know more about Electronic Benefits Transfer cards and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program … Read more
Shoprite accepts Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cards for both online and in-store purchases. You can buy eligible grocery items from the store’s mobile app or website. While you can’t use your card to pay for service or delivery charges, you can use it to pay for the items you add to your virtual cart. The … Read more
The layout of grocery stores change regularly. While this change helps to keep aisles organized and help customers locate products easily, it is also a strategy to boost sales. Think of it as a mouse in the maze. Retailers trap you within their matrix untill you have to buy something you didn’t plan for before … Read more
Wegmans will not charge you for curbside pickup. However, products on the store’s website cost more than those you’d buy in-store. But there’s a good reason for the price hike. Wegmans uses personal shoppers to fulfill customer orders. So the store will use the extra costs on online products to pay the shoppers. To learn … Read more
Target’s curbside pickup service is called ‘Drive Up’ — and it’s free. The contactless delivery system allows you to shop without entering a store building. You can avoid the noise and rush of grocery shopping, and also prevent impulse buying. If you want to know how Target’s Drive Up service works, keep reading. What is … Read more