For HomeGoods fans, things are about to get even better. You’ll be able to snag all those deals from the comfort of your own home, through the HomeGoods online store.

What to Expect from the HomeGoods Online Store

You can now visit HomeGoods.com to find the same great products and fun finds that are available in stores. Categories include bedding, bath, decorative pillows, kitchen goods, seasonal decor, pet, and storage/organization, with more new finds to come on a regular basis. HomeGoods also plans to release a collection of gifts and festive decor, just in time for the holiday season.

We can’t wait to fill virtual shopping carts with budget-friendly items. After all, HomeGoods usually takes 20-60% off the retail price!

When Can I Shop at HomeGoods Online?

You can start shopping at HomeGoods online starting September 28. Since T.J. Maxx relaunched their online store last year and Marshall’s now has an online shop, we’re glad to see HomeGoods has finally caught up!

And if you still want to get a look inside the real-life HomeGoods store, you can take a virtual tour.

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It’s the Blizzard of the Month for November, and we think this sweet treat definitely deserves the extra attention.

Snickerdoodle Lovers, This One’s for You

Even in freezing weather, it’s somehow hard to resist a thick, creamy Blizzard. The Snickerdoodle Cookie Dough Blizzard combines festive and comforting holiday vibes with DQ’s most well-known treat. It has a sweet vanilla soft serve base and is filled with bites of snickerdoodle cookie dough. To make this treat even sweeter, the Blizzard has extra cinnamon sugar blended in with the ice cream. So good!

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Psst: If you love this combo of ice cream and cinnamon cookies, try a mini snickerdoodle ice cream sandwich.

How Long Is the Snickerdoodle Blizzard Around?

If you’re seriously craving some snickerdoodle goodness, get to Dairy Queen—or place your delivery order—ASAP. Since this is a seasonal Blizzard, it’s only around for a limited time (kind of like the brand-new Mocha Fudge Blizzard we can’t help but crave). If you didn’t get a bite last year, definitely get your fill before the Snickerdoodle Cookie Dough Blizzard disappears for good.

We don’t know about you, but we’re picking up a Snickerdoodle Blizzard for dessert.

Copycat Your Favorite Treats with These DQ Recipes

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Inspired by: Original Cheeseburger Signature StackburgerTwo mouthwatering burger patties stacked high with toppings like melted cheese, pickles, ketchup and mustard. Our smash burger recipe is just like DQ's Original Signature Stackburger—and maybe even better.

Get Our Smash Burgers Recipe

Inspired by: Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Blizzard TreatThese rich chocolate peanut butter shakes will make you feel as if you're sitting in your local Dairy Queen. But since you're the one whipping it up, you can add as many Reese's cups as you heart desires!

Get Our Chocolate Peanut Butter Shakes Recipe

Inspired by: Pretzel Sticks with Zesty QuesoServe up warm pretzel sticks straight from the oven. Don't forget the cheese sauce! To make it zesty just like DQ's, add diced jalapenos and green chiles.

Get Our Movie Theater Pretzel Rods Recipe

Inspired by: Ice Cream Round CakeYou don't have to be a baker to make this ice cream cake for your next celebration! This ice cream cake recipe is inspired by the DQ classic—made with chocolate and vanilla ice cream, chocolate ganache and a thick layer of chocolate cookie crumbles.Get Our Ice Cream Cake Recipe

Inspired by: Chili DogThe very thought of a hot dog dressed in chili makes us giddy. Just add slightly melted cheese to get that straight-from-the-drive-thru taste.

Get Our Favorite Chili Dogs Recipe

Inspired by: Caramel MooLatteYou can easily indulge in a MooLatte at home anytime. This copycat recipe will give you the extra caffeine to get you through your day.

Get Our Creamy Caramel Mocha Recipe

Fried Chicken SandwichThere's something about a fried chicken sandwich that just hits the spot. When paired with a basket of french fries, some coleslaw and a refreshing beer or lemonade, it's hard to resist this fried fare.

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Inspired by: Banana SplitServe up this classic Dairy Queen staple at home! We promise it's not as intimidating as it looks. Top scoops of your favorite vanilla ice cream with sauce, whipped cream, strawberry slices and bananas. Sprinkle a few nuts on top for good measure, too.

Get Our All-American Banana Split Recipe

Inspired by: Cheese CurdsDQ's cheese curds are the ultimate in delicious comfort food. Dip them in ranch dressing, ketchup or barbecue sauce for the full experience.

Get Our Deep-Fried Cheese Bites Recipe

Vanilla Ice Cream RecipeOur vanilla ice cream recipe is perfect for those who have never made ice cream in their life, as well as ice cream aficionados looking for a go-to, tried-and-true recipe to keep in their back pocket.

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Chicken StripsHere's how to deep-fry or bake crispy, golden chicken strips, plus tons of ideas for how to serve them.

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Inspired by: Strawberry ShakeNo matter what the temperature is outside, there's nothing quite like a cool strawberry shake to finish a meal. Garnish with a dollop of whipped cream for the finishing touch.

Get Our Strawberry Shakes Recipe

Inspired by: Onion RingsThese Dairy Queen-inspired onion rings are a healthy alternative to the deep-fried version. But don't worry, they're still as crispy as ever!

Get Our Crispy Baked Onion Rings Recipe

Inspired by: Mint Chip ShakeYup, we even have a copycat recipe for DQ's latest (and limited time) release: their Mint Chip Shake! Ours even uses up a handful of Thin Mints...talk about yum.

Get Our Thin Mint Milk Shake Recipe

Inspired by: Hot Fudge SundaeOur hot fudge sauce always turns out smooth and yummy—just like DQ's. The dark chocolate flavor, with a hint of rum extract, is not overly sweet but will still satisfy a chocoholic's cravings when served over vanilla ice cream.

Get Our Rich Hot Fudge Sauce Recipe

Inspired by: Cherry Misty FreezeBlend together a homemade Cherry Misty Freeze for a cool and refreshing treat. It's sure to hit the spot on both warm and cool days alike.

Get Our Cherry Fruit Smoothies Recipe

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Did you say chocolate chips with caffeine?

We haven’t been this excited about chocolate chips since Baileys released their Irish Cream Baking Chips. Although Baileys’ baking chips tasted like the real thing, they didn’t have any Irish Creme liqueur in them. This isn’t the case with Nestle’s espresso chocolate chips. According to the package, Espresso Morsels are made with real coffee (plus cocoa and milk), so you can expect a little buzz. Learn how to make espresso cookies.

So what can you do with these delicious espresso chips?

Add them to pretty much any dessert and treat them like regular chocolate chips. They’ll give chocolate espresso lava cake extra oomph. You can also add Espresso Morsels to a chewy chocolate chip cookie or some classic brownies. The options are endless, so let your imagination run wild.

Where can I find ’em?

You can buy a 9-ounce bag of Espresso Morsels from Walmart for $2.48 a pop, but move quickly! When these morsels were first released last year, they went out of stock almost immediately—now that they’re back and available at Walmart, we don’t expect them to last too long. (Your go-to cookie recipe will thank you.)

Got a craving for chocolate chips you just can’t curb? Discover our Test Kitchen’s favorite chocolate chip brand. It’s sure to make every dessert as sweet as can be.

Treats for Coffee + Chocolate Lovers Only

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Layered Mocha CheesecakeIn my search for the perfect mocha cheesecake, I ended up combining a few of my favorite recipes to create this delicious version. It’s as much a feast for the eyes as for the palate! —Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin

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Brownie Mocha TrifleBy using instant pudding and a convenient box of brownie mix, there's nothing to the preparation. The result is moist and chewy. And the layers look so pretty spooned into a glass trifle bowl. —Louise Fauth, Foremost, Alberta

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Sea Salt Mint White Mocha CookiesThis recipe came from my mom's Grandma Alice, who taught her how to bake. Grandma Alice always had a fresh plate of warm cookies on her counter. I learned some of her recipes by heart as a child, and I've been making these since high school. They taste like Christmas.—Kristin Bowers, Rancho Palos Verdes, California

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Mocha Java Pie with Kahlua CreamI'm a big coffee drinker and love the iced and frozen versions, too. This pie was my way of incorporating those flavors into a dessert. —Becky McClaflin, Blanchard, Oklahoma

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Mocha Meringue Sandwich CookiesThese crisp, chewy cookies can be made any size you choose. They're also great with a variety of fillings—try making them with fruit preserves. —Marie Valdes, Brandon, FL

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Mocha-Pecan Ice Cream BonbonsThese bite-sized bonbons may sound tricky to make, but you'll find that fashioning them is a breeze. What's more, our cooking experts advise that you keep this recipe handy when you serve them—as soon as folks sample the treats, they'll be asking how to make them. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen

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Mocha Yule LogThis eye-catching dessert is guaranteed to delight holiday dinner guests. Chocolate lovers will lick their lips over the yummy cocoa cake, mocha filling and frosting. For a festive touch, I garnish the log with marzipan holly leaves and berries. —Jenny Hughson, Mitchell, Nebraska

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Mocha Hazelnut TorteI make this cake on birthdays and other special occasions because it looks and tastes so amazing. The combination of mild hazelnut and coffee flavors is impossible to resist. —Christina Pope, Speedway, Indiana

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Chocolate CoffeeA rich whipped chocolate mixture from our Test Kitchen can be used to flavor your cup of joe for some chocolate coffee. Or add it to milk for hot chocolate.

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Frozen Mocha TorteFor an easy, make-ahead dessert that's elegant and luscious, try this recipe. The perfect blend of mocha and chocolate is in each cool, refreshing slice. —Aelita Kivirist, Glenview, Illinois

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Caramel MochaIf you crave cafe-style coffees at home, here's a recipe for caramel mocha. You can make this decadent, sweet recipe within a few minutes and have a drink that rivals what you'd get at a coffeehouse.

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Fudgy Layered Irish Mocha BrowniesMy husband and I are big fans of Irish cream, so I wanted to incorporate it into a brownie. I started with my mom's brownie recipe, then added frosting and ganache. These decadent treats are the result, and we really enjoy them! —Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin

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Mocha CakeHave your coffee and eat it, too, by baking our three-layer chocolate mocha cake with a cream cheese-espresso frosting.

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Easy Mocha Cream PieThis chocolate crust is excellent with a cool no-bake mocha filling. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen

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Creamy Mocha Frozen DessertLight as a feather, this cool, satisfying dessert is delicious and impressive to serve. It's an excellent dessert to take to a potluck because it can be made ahead and stored in the freezer. —Launa Shoemaker, Landrum, South Carolina

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Mocha Baked AlaskasMake these baked Alaskas ahead of time—you can torch the completed desserts and freeze them up to 24 hours before serving. —Kerry Dingwall, Ponte Vedra, Florida

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Mocha TrufflesNothing compares to the melt-in-your-mouth flavor of these truffles...or to the simplicity of the recipe. Whenever I make them for my family or friends, they're quickly devoured. No one has to know how easy they are to prepare! —Stacy Abell, Olathe, Kansas

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Frozen Mocha Marbled LoafThis showstopping marbled dessert seems fancy, but it's really simple to prepare ahead of time and pop in the freezer. Frosty slices have a creamy blend of chocolate and coffee that's delightful anytime of year. —Cheryl Martinetto, Grand Rapids, Minnesota

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Caramel-Mocha Ice Cream DessertYou can use any flavor of ice cream in this frosty dessert. Chocolate and vanilla would be delicious substitutes for coffee and dulce de leche. —Scarlett Elrod, Newnan, Georgia. Have you tried Eiskaffee? A perfect coffee drink that's also a sweet treat.

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Hazelnut Mocha EclairsOnce you try these, especially the filling, you'll be in heaven. They make a special ending to a meal, and they're great with coffee or tea. —Carol Witczak, Tinley Park, Illinois

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Toffee-Mocha Cream TorteWhen you really want to impress someone, this scrumptious torte is just the thing to make! Instant coffee granules give the moist chocolate cake a mild mocha flavor, while the fluffy whipped cream layers, blended with brown sugar and crunchy toffee bits, are deliciously rich. —Lynn Rogers, Richfield, North Carolina

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Shop on Wednesday for the best deals.

To score the best deals on Aldi’s products, visit the store mid-week. On Wednesdays, new products are released and produce goes on sale. But make sure you head there in the morning so you can grab all of your groceries before anyone else.

You won’t find better deals on produce anywhere else.

In general, Aldi’s produce is cheaper than other grocery stores. Avocados have been reported to sell for as low as 39 cents! With prices like these, you can make all of our favorite avocado recipes. Plus, shopping at a grocery store with cheaper prices is a great way to combat rising food prices.

Find discounts on baked goods.

Bread and other Aldi baked goods go on sale a few days before their expiration date—just look for big stickers on the packaging. That’s still plenty of time to enjoy a loaf of bread, and if you pop it in the oven, the bread will be nearly as good as new!

Don’t like a product? Aldi’s refund policy might just fix that.

Aldi’s refund policy is one of the best ones out there. Not only does Aldi give you a refund, the store also gives you a replacement item if you’re not happy with the quality. Sound too good to be true? Well, we’ve checked it out and confirmed that Aldi really is this fantastic.

Stay updated for deals through Aldi’s website.

Even though Aldi always has low prices, you can save even more. Check the “weekly specials” section of their website frequently to make sure you don’t miss out on any sweet discounts.

Aldi makes going gluten-free easy.

If you’re trying to go gluten-free, it can be hard to determine what you can and can’t eat. There are plenty of foods that actually have gluten in them. However, Aldi has their own line of gluten-free products (called liveGfree) so shopping can be simple.

Can’t make it to the store? Aldi delivers!

Aldi is partners with Instacart, so even if you can’t get to the store, you can still buy groceries. You’ll have dinner on the table in no time! See if your state has Aldi delivery.

Snag some award-winning wine.

Great wine doesn’t need to break the bank. Aldi’s Exquisite Collection Côtes de Provence Rosé is only $8 and won the International Wine Challenge’s Great Value Award. While you’re at it, pick up one of Aldi’s sangria kits. Although the kits don’t include the wine, you can take your pick from the store’s vast section.

Borrow a quarter for your shopping cart.

One thing that makes Aldi unique is their shopping carts. Fans of Aldi know to bring a quarter to use a cart, but if you forget your change, you don’t need to go all the way home. You can ask an employee at the register to borrow a quarter so you can shop.

Get money back by using Checkout51.

Checkout51 is a cash back app, which means that you can get cash back when you purchase certain products. Aldi uses this app (available for Apple and Android), so give it a download and get ready to save on all your favorite stuff.

Aldi employees have amazing customer service skills.

The employees at Aldi are always willing to answer your questions or help you find products. While all stores promote their service skills, Aldi employees go above and beyond. Also, the stores pays its employees well!

The store donates food.

Aldi works to give back to the community. The store partners with Feeding America, so leftover food is donated. Can’t get enough of Aldi? Learn more about this budget-friendly grocery store.

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What’s on IHOP’s Halloween menu?

Each item on IHOP’s Halloween menu is inspired by The Addams Family, an animated flick that’s premiering in time for Halloween this year. (We’re fans of the vintage TV show, though.)

Wednesday’s Web-Cakes

These are more than just your ordinary buttermilk pancakes! Wednesday’s Web-Cakes are IHOP’s signature pancakes topped with frosting, Hershey’s chocolate syrup and purple icing. The pancakes even look like spooky spiderwebs.

Gomez’s Green Chili Omelet

This is stuffed with pulled pork, jack cheese, cheddar cheese, fire-roasted peppers and onions, and green chili verde sauce. Plus, there’s a dollop of sour cream on top. If you’re looking for a savory way to enjoy Halloween, this is definitely it.

Learn more about another monstrous holiday-themed omelet from IHOP.

Ice Scream Shake and Haunted Hot Chocolate

Need something to wash all this down? Choose between Uncle Fester’s Chocolate Ice Scream Shake or Morticia’s Haunted Hot Chocolate. The hot chocolate is a toasted marshmallow flavor, and both drinks have Hershey’s Chocolate Syrup and purple whipped cream topping. Purple!

Kooky Kids Combo

IHOP didn’t forget about the kids. Their Halloween menu also includes a Kooky Kids Combo, which comes with one Web-Cake, a scrambled egg, a sausage link and a crispy strip of bacon.

When Can I Get the Web-Cakes?

Halloween might be over a month away, but you can get into the spirit now. IHOP launched their Halloween menu on September 16. The Addams Family menu will be available through November 3, which means you have plenty of time to work up the courage to eat a Web-Cake. The Addams Family movie is coming out on October 11, so it seems like perfect timing to plan a movie night and breakfast for dinner with your family!

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The price tag says more than you think

Take a closer look at the price tag to get the best deals. Typically, prices that end in “7,” like $9.97, are the original price, and prices that end in “5” are marked down. If you stumble across a price that ends in “1,” it means this is the product’s final markdown, so grab it while you can! Here’s what Walmart looks like when it first opened.

Find discounts at Walmart bakeries

Walmart offers discounts on its day-old bakery goods. And once you pop them in the oven or toaster, they taste nice and fresh! Stop by early in the morning for the best selection of reduced bakery. This other major chain has big discounts on bakery, too.

Walmart has free perks for new parents

Walmart gives out a complimentary baby registry box full of samples. Although products might vary, the box usually includes essentials like diapers, formula, lotion, baby bottles and more. All you have to do is sign up to get these great items for free!

You can snag samples from the Freeosk

Not every Walmart has a Freeosk, but if you’re lucky, you can find some free samples and snacks to munch on while you shop. Even better, these snacks are typically full-sized!

Take advantage of the pharmacy’s $4 medication

Four bucks for a 30-day supply of generic medication sounds too good to be true. But wait, it gets even better! For $10, you can get a 90-day supply. Check out Walmart’s list to find out what medications are included. (Did you know Walmart has a pet pharmacy, too?)

Long-time employees get a lifetime discount

All Walmart employees get a 10% discount, but loyalty pays off! Walmart offers a lifetime discount to employees who have worked there for 15+ years.

It offers grocery pick-up and delivery services

If you’re ever in a rush, don’t worry! Walmart makes it easy to grab your items and go. They offer a free grocery pick-up service at select stores. And if you’re really in a pinch, try Walmart’s grocery delivery service. You’ll receive your groceries on the same day for just a $9.95 fee.

Check out Walmart.com to price match

Before you check out, hop onto Walmart.com. If you find that a product is cheaper online than in-store, Walmart will price match the product for you. Here are some things you’re not buying at Walmart (yet).

Some Great Value items are made by brand name companies

Walmart’s Great Value products are made in the same manufacturing plant as Conagra Brands. Great Value products are already high quality, but this basically confirms that it’s the same level as a brand name. For top-notch pancake mixes and tasty french fries, Great Value has your back.

Walmart sells refurbished electronics

Electronics can be a little pricey, but at Walmart, you can buy an iPhone for less. Look online for their certified refurbished electronics, and you’ll get a phone, TV or tablet that works like new! Refurbished products even come with the original accessories and a 90-day warranty.

Want to become a Walmart expert? Check out even more facts about one of our favorite retailers.

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