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Lizzy Briskin

Lizzy Briskin

About author

Lizzy is a trained chef, food writer, and recipe developer for print and digital outlets including Insider, Real Simple, and the Chicago Tribune. She has a culinary degree from Cambridge School of Culinary Arts and a BA from Amherst College. She lives in New York City, where she runs, eats, and explores as much as possible.

Articles by Lizzy Briskin

Trader Joe's cheeses
Groceries

I Tried 7 Trader Joe’s Cheeses & This Was the Best

The popular grocer stocks so many different cheeses—see which ones belong on your plate.
Store bought pickles
Groceries

I Tried 7 Pickle Brands & The Best Was Crisp and Cold

Refrigerated or shelf-stable, sandwiched sliced or whole—see which pickle comes out on top.
Instant oatmeal brands
Groceries

The #1 Best Instant Oatmeal Brand in 2024

Healthy, satisfying, and lightning-fast, instant oatmeal is the path to an easy, good-for-you breakfast.
French onion soup
Groceries

The #1 Best Store-Bought French Onion Soup

The next time you have a longing for this warming, winter meal but no time to make it, try one of these.
healthy high fiber snacks
Groceries

38 Best Store-Bought High-Fiber Snacks

If you're looking to boost your digestive health or simply feel fuller longer, reach for these high-fiber snacks on your next grocery trip.
Grocery store salsa
Groceries

The #1 Best-Tasting Jarred Salsa in 2024

Chunky or smooth, green or red, hot or mild—see which dip gets top honors in this taste test.
a collage of different store-bought guacamoles against a blue background
Groceries

I Tried 6 Store-Bought Guacamoles & the Best Tasted Homemade

When you want creamy guac but your avocados aren't ripe, here's where to turn.
Baking mixes taste test
Groceries

The #1 Best All-Purpose Baking Mix in 2024

The hunt for a baking mix that produces great-looking, delicious treats is over.
packaged foods that are secretly loaded with veggies
Groceries

29 Best Buys to Sneak More Veggies Into Your Diet

From pasta to smoothies, these nutritious groceries will help you get your daily fill of antioxidant- and fiber-rich veggies.
Frozen fried rice
Groceries

The #1 Best Frozen Fried Rice Brand in 2024

Which of these grocery store options for frozen fried rice came out on top after a zap in the microwave?
8 Restaurant Chains That Serve the Best Tuna Salad
Restaurants

8 Restaurant Chains With the Best Tuna Salad

The tinned fish is having a moment—whether doused in mayo, tucked between bread, or topping a salad.
Chicken broth taste test
Groceries

The #1 Best Store-Bought Chicken Broth in 2024

See which brand took the top prize as a well-seasoned and balanced broth that feels like home.
Variety of frozen breakfast sausages
Groceries

The #1 Best Frozen Breakfast Sausage Links

See how the most popular frozen breakfast sausage links compare (and taste) when cooked.
trader joes high fiber foods
Groceries

Trader Joe's 15 Best High-Fiber Foods

If you're looking to increase your fiber intake, these foods—ranging from breakfast options to savory snacks—from Trader Joe's should help you get there.
Frozen breads taste test
Groceries

The #1 Best-Tasting Frozen Bread in 2023

You can find many popular breads in the freezer aisle, but which brand tastes the best?
Chicken burgers taste test
Groceries

The #1 Best Store-Bought Chicken Burger

Some chicken patties add vegetables and spices, while others keep it simple and lean on condiments for flavor.
cosmcs restaurant berry hibiscus sour ade
Restaurants

McDonald's CosMc's 'Probiotic' Drinks Have 108 Grams of Sugar

McDonald's beverage-focused spinoff chain offers a host of drinks with outrageous—and dangerous—levels of added sugar.
Frozen pancakes taste test
Groceries

The #1 Best-Tasting Frozen Pancakes in 2023

The freezer aisle is packed with easy, ready-to-heat flapjacks, but which brand tastes the best?
Canned chicken noodle soup taste test
Groceries

The #1 Best-Tasting Canned Chicken Noodle Soup

The classic comfort food staple is available from numerous brands, but which one tastes the best?
10 Restaurant Chains That Serve the Best Greek Salad
Restaurants

10 Restaurant Chains With the Best Greek Salad

Get your fill of this longstanding staple of Mediterranean cuisine at one of these popular chains.
Chicken patties taste test
Groceries

The #1 Best Frozen Chicken Patty in 2023

The freezer aisle is full of easy, ready-to-heat chicken patties, but which brand tastes the best?
iced canned coffee taste test
Groceries

The #1 Best-Tasting Canned Coffee in 2023

You have so many options when it comes to ready-to-drink coffees, but which one tastes the best?
costco cart
Groceries

7 Best Condiments to Buy at Costco

Every pantry needs an ample supply of sauces, and Costco has the quantities to keep yours fully stocked.
How to Choose the Best Avocado at the Grocery Store
Groceries

Expert Tips on Choosing the Best Avocado

Avocados will only peak in terms of flavor, texture, and color for a brief period of time.
How to Choose the Best Eggs at the Grocery Store
Groceries

Expert Tips on Choosing the Best Eggs

Amid all the label buzzwords, egg sizes, and price differences, it’s hard to tell what to buy.
Young woman shopping for meat in a grocery store
Groceries

Expert Tips on Choosing the Best Chicken

Navigate the buzzword-loaded poultry section with the help of our resident chef expert.
check pantry before grocery shopping
Groceries

9 Foods You Should Always Have In The Kitchen

Professional cooks swear by these basic kitchen essentials.
woman grocery shopping online
Groceries

8 Grocery Items You Should Never Buy Online

Online retailers are fast and convenient, but it's just smarter to buy some foods from an actual store.
costco exterior
Groceries

7 Best Canned Goods To Buy at Costco

There's no better place to restock your pantry than your local Costco warehouse.
holding frozen fish in grocery store
Groceries

5 Groceries To Never Buy At the Last Minute

These groceries need a little time at home before they’re ready to eat.
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