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[–] [email protected] 26 points 2 months ago (10 children)

Most people are being very specific, but I'd say consumables in general. Rarely is a name brand food or medicine any different than generic. Often they're literally produced in the same factory. Stuff that's meant to last, generally a more expensive product will be made more durable (not always), but this isn't a consideration with consumables. If it's a one-time use or edible, I'm going with the cheapest option 99% of the time.

[–] [email protected] 6 points 2 months ago (1 children)

I agree except for condiments. They're cheap enough already compared to how long they last that I think it's worth springing for the good stuff. Duke's Mayo, Grey Poupon mustard, Cholula hot sauce, Ken's Steakhouse salad dressings, etc. If a bottle lasts you six months, what difference does a few dollars make?

For staples like flour, bread, canned products, OTC meds, who cares. I'll go as cheap as possible.

[–] [email protected] 8 points 2 months ago (2 children)

You’re calling Ken’s good?

My friend once wrote a letter to them about how bad their blue cheese dressing is. In return they gave him a voucher for a lifetime supply of it. That shit is disgusting, IMO.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 2 months ago

Their blue cheese is terrible, but some of their dressing varieties are quite good IMO. I consider their Lite Caesar and "Simply" Greek some of the best off the shelf brands. Come to think of it, I don't know of any blue cheese that isn't from the refrigerated section that is worth eating.

[–] [email protected] 6 points 2 months ago

That’s a “lol eat shit” response if I ever saw one.

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