Ronnie Koenig

About author

Ronnie Koenig has written about food, drink, travel and culture for The New York Times, TODAY, The Atlantic and many others. Favorite stories include writing about her experiences working at a winery for a day for NBC News, becoming a chocolatier for a day at JoMart in Brooklyn and taking a Mexican cooking class where she flipped homemade tortillas and made (and drank) the best-ever margaritas. She also loves cooking at home with her twins, most recently crêpes from Preppy Kitchen. Recent culinary adventures include trying hot chicken in Nashville and savoring anchovies and Cava in Barcelona.

Articles by Ronnie Koenig

10 Best Halloween Items to Buy at Sam's Club Before They Sell Out

10 Best Halloween Items at Sam's Club

Get in the spirit of the season without breaking the bank at the Walmart-owned warehouse club.

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10 Best Sam's Club Member's Mark Items Right Now

From seasonal treats to cozy home goods, you can find great savings by shopping the club's store brand.

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The #1 Best-Tasting Restaurant Chain Appetizer

Those very first bites are intended to start your meal off right, but not every beginning is so thrilling.

Costco rotisserie chickens

The #1 Best Grocery Store Rotisserie Chicken

Cheap, spit-roasted whole chickens are supermarket marvels, but which store cooks the best bird?

Chocolate chip cookies

The #1 Best Fast-Food Chocolate Chip Cookie

You can get a decent chocolate chip cookie at many fast-food joints, but which one tastes the best?

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Texas Roadhouse vs. Chili’s: Which Has Better Ribs?

Both popular chains heavily promote their slow-cooked ribs, but which restaurant has the absolute best?

Kale Caesar salad at Chopt

Salad Chains Taste Test: 5 Fan Faves, 1 Winner

Don't even think about building your own. The best-tasting salad of all the big chains is already built for you.

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The #1 Best-Tasting Burger at Chili's

The popular chain offers nine different burger varieties. Many come loaded with toppings—but one tops them all!

I Tried 5 Frozen Chicken Strip Brands & There's Only One I'd Buy Again

Frozen Chicken Strips Taste Test: 5 Brands, 1 Winner

The freezer aisle is full of breaded chicken options, but which one is good enough to serve your family?

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The #1 Best-Tasting Frozen French Fry Brand

Freezer fries are easy and convenient to make, but which brands taste the best?

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6 Best-Tasting New Salad Dressings

Sure, you could make your own, but sometimes it’s just easier to have a great bottle on hand.

Cheesecake Factory

5 Restaurant Chains With the Best Kids’ Menus

Options for younger diners can be more than just nuggets and fries—if you go to the right place.

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Pancake Taste Test: McDonald’s, Denny’s & IHOP

These three chains are known for their pancakes, but not all of them are equally good at the griddle.

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The #1 Most Flavorful Chain Restaurant Burger

While most chain restaurants offer some kind of burger, they don't always make an especially good one.

7 store-bought bagel brands

The #1 Best Store-Bought Bagel In a Pinch

Fresh bagels are always best, but which packaged brand will do in a pinch?

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6 Best Frozen Yogurts On Grocery Store Shelves

With less fat and calories than ice cream, fro-yo offers a tangy summer treat with a bit less guilt.

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10 Best Store-Bought Ice Cream Bars

When it comes to summer treats, these are the best, bar none.

ice cream sandwiches

10 Best Ice Cream Sandwiches

What's better than ice cream? Ice cream between cookies!

grocery store burgers

6 Store-Bought Burgers That Don't Use 100% Pure Beef

Read the ingredients before tossing these patties on the grill.

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6 Hot Dogs That Don't Use 100% Pure Beef

If your frankfurter isn't all beef, then it could contain all kinds of stuff.

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Chicken Nuggets that Use 100% White Meat

Not all nuggets are created equal. Here's how to discern the quality of the bite-sized chicken before you buy.

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6 Best Pizzas You Can Buy at Aldi Right Now

Because who really wants to wait for pizza delivery?

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7 Best Frozen Foods at Aldi Right Now

Because stocking your freezer with heat-and-eat items is always a smart move.

10 Store-Bought Hot Dogs That Use 100% Pure Beef

10 Store-Bought Hot Dogs That Use 100% Pure Beef

Take a look at this list before you buy franks for your next BBQ.

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10 Best Summer Items at Aldi

Summer gatherings mean it’s time to stock up at Aldi.

10 Best Frozen Desserts at Aldi

10 Best Frozen Desserts at Aldi

Stock up on these cheap and delicious summer-y sweets!

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10 Exciting New & Seasonal Aldi Items To Score In May

These foods and beverages are perfect for spring eating and sipping.

Old El Paso Nacho Cheese Sauce

5 "Cheeses" That Aren't What You Think

Many so-called "cheese products" aren't even half cheese. So, what are you really eating?

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7 Best Frozen Desserts at Trader Joe's

The popular specialty grocer makes it easy with these quick and delicious desserts.