I find all Land o' Lakes dairy products better tasting than the other national brands and often the best value for price, too. Their butters are first class and their cottage cheese better than all others I’ve tried. (8 replies, last updated by alwayscooking October 2, 2008)

I agree! And I don’t know if it’s national, but my local supermarket (Shop-rite) makes a store-brand organic all natural super chunky peanut butter which is even better than Smuckers. (111 replies, last updated by goodhealthgourmet April 23, 2009)

We all say it and preach (well most of us anyway) as if it’s gospel, but how many of us have actually put the claim to the test? I, mean, have you actually tried to verify that generics really do in fact taste as good as the... (35 replies, last updated by dmd_kc November 6, 2009)

as Encore Gourmet. This is verses $3-$5 for a similiar sized container from one of the national brands McCormick, Spice Islands, etc.... at the grocery store They have seemed to work as well with some of the dishes I have... (16 replies, last updated by Deepster December 11, 2007)

Barring making my own, wondering what is your favorite brand? (22 replies, last updated by Linara September 25, 2009)

Horizon Organic. I found it to be so good that I’ve been able to drink 1% instead of the 2% I always drank—and I NEVER drink any other brand's 1% because I consider it too watery. Come to think about it, I never... (32 replies, last updated by Cathy September 2, 2006)

Applesauce. Most store brands are indistinguishable in taste from national brands like Hunts, although I occasionally find a store brand that is too watery, I just drain out the excess water. (54 replies, last updated by lawgirl3278 December 24, 2008)

Are store brands cheap all around? Some stores claim that the “house” brand is just as good in quality but cheaper. Others say that the house brand is better that the national brands. It is very frustrating that they... (22 replies, last updated by Chew on That September 5, 2008)

Empire National is a brand name used by A to Z meats in Brooklyn,NY. Their phone number is 718. 384-7400. The owner’s name is Eddie. (1 reply, last updated by momrn August 29, 2008)

They have a “where to buy” link on their website and nothing comes up in the search. Do you have to have that brand or are you open to other kosher corned beef and pastrami? (3 replies, last updated by elliora July 16, 2009)

Does anyone have any particular brand of applesauce that they like? I’ve been buying Mott’s, but as I stood in the store today, I wondered if any were better. I recently tried Musselman’s while at my parents... (10 replies, last updated by raj1 March 29, 2006)

I’d have to agree with SN and would add the anniversary and pale ale to the list. Celebration is by far my favorite beer they offer. The second national brand would have to be Boston Beer (Sam Adams): the lager, black,... (5 replies, last updated by al b. darned October 30, 2008)

I was thinking on what are considered the unofficial national and regional drinks of the world. What is each country known for drinking? Stuff like how Japan is known for Sake, of course there are so many thousands of sakes that... (3 replies, last updated by MzMaggie May 29, 2004)

their wasted childhood, spent eating Campbell’s soup out of a can. I recommend that we change the National Chains category to include National Chains and Packaged Foods. Let those that want to discuss the rankings of... (32 replies, last updated by applehome October 23, 2008)

Hey Hounds So last night at dinner we had a conversation about the best store bought hot dogs. Mrs. Sippi and I said it was Nathan’s and my friend said it was Hebrew Nationals. I know a lot of folks have had their favourites... (45 replies, last updated by judka July 5, 2009)