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Coke, Mt. Dew, Pepsi, Dr. Pepper… These are all sodas that have a huge collection of soda flavors. Some good, and some are complete abominations. So, let’s see if A&W can show these other soda brands a run for their money.
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You can pretty much never go wrong with popcorn!
Let’s see if AMC can keep the popcorn party train going with their microwave popcorn!
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Which flavors are we trying today?
AMC Classic ButterAMC Extra ButterAMC Cinnamon ButterWho is on this seasonal quest?
Randi, the only normal one.Nate, savory boy.Matt, pegged.Amy, damn straight.And of course, our subscribers! Thanks to our small, yet coveted group. We appreciate the support. You too can join us on th...

Some random candy bars! YAY!
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Who are our Questers today?
Randi, prematurely optimistic.Nate, producing a smell quite fowl.Matt, will do anything for love.Amy, covering my shit.

There are a ton of different Reeces bars out there. But it seemed like it had been a while since a new flavor has come out and suddenly, they can’t stop. So today we are trying the PB&J cups!
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What should I have for breakfast this morning? If I was smart, I’d go with a banana or some other piece of fruit. But no. I think a PopTart sounds good. And to really sell it on the balanced breakfast idea - I’ll make them Girl Scout cookie PopTarts. 
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There have been a lot of kitchen gadgets over the years used to cook your food. Toaster Oven, Pizzazz, Pressure Cooker. Well, Air Fryer is all the rage and we wanted to give some freezer foods a try in the air fryer! Let’s go!
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Every time I go to the grocery store, it is just new chip after new chip. Weird chips, crazy chips, hopefully tasty chips… Let’s find out!
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Which chips are we trying today?
Pringles Beer Can ChickenLay’s Farmhouse Cheese and RanchCheeto’s Puffs Cheese PizzaSunchips Honey BarbecueTaki’s Churro ChargeWho is on this quest?
Kris - smells like ramen noodles.Hannah - not 50% air.Matt - will eat a potato.Amy - Subscribe!And of course, our subscribers! Thanks to...

It’s been a minute since Oreo has given us a new flavor to try… So, I was happy to see these new Chocolate Covered Pretzel Oreo! Let’s give it a try!
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Who are our Questers today?
Casaundra, resting smiling face.Kris, ASMR nerd.Matt, scripted.Amy, interpretive dance encouraged.

Which Doritos are we trying today?
Jumpin’ Jack CheeseTwisted QuesoGuacamoléLate Night Sizzlin’ CheeseburgerWho is on this quest?
Kris - Loves to sniff.Hannah - Howdy!Matt - Get your muckbang on!Amy - Surprise!

There are a ton of different brands of candies in the store. And it isn’t too often that you find a brand new, well, brand. But at Target I happened to stumble upon Joyride Candies! Let’s see if this is any good!
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Which Joyride Candies are we trying today?
Sour Watermelon WedgesSour Blue Raspberry StripsGummy BustersSour SmacksWho is on this quest?
Kris - Not the bandaid!Hannah - Swear jar!Matt - Feels good about eating crap!Amy...

Cookies and snack cakes. You either love the store bought ones or you hate them. Today we have four NEW snack cakes and cookies to try and discover if any of them are worth your cold hard cash.
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Which snacks are we trying today?
Trader Joe’s Chocolate & Peanut Butter Joe Joe’sSoft Baked Nutty Buddy Creme PiesSelena Gomez OreosChips Ahoy Chewy Ice Cream Inspired CookiesWho is on this quest?
Kris, toppling the tower.Hannah, armed, and legged.Matt, I ne...

Cheez It is a fantastic cracker. Cheesy goodness in a nice crunchy package. Plus they have a lot of different flavors - even burnt ones for you weirdos out there. But is Cheez It Pizza something that should be made and sold? Let’s find out!
Which Cheez It products are we trying today?
Cheez It Cheddar Jack Supreme PizzaCheez It Italian Four Cheese PizzaCheez It Snapped Margherita PizzaWho is on this cheesy quest?
Alan, pizza’s done!Matt, back to the boo box!Amy, heartburn city.

Join us as we try some pickle chips!

Here we go… Trader Joe’s time again! Let’s see what’s good.
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Would you believe it if I told you there are more new chip flavors out there? This is turning into a chip podcast. Not that I’m complaining. Nothing like a good chip.
Which chips are we trying today?
Lay’s Wavy Fried Green TomatoLay’s Valentina and LimeLay’s Bacon Grilled CheeseLay’s Wavy Korean Style Fried ChickenWho is on this quest?
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There are a lot of options out there for breakfast foods. You can go with a nice plate of bacon and eggs, maybe a couple slices of peanut butter toast. Some people go for the sugary favorite donuts, and others might try a muffin. Well, today we are trying an on-the-go breakfast grab, PopTarts, and their new flavor Lemon Blueberry Crumble. Will these be any good? Let’s find out!
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Goldfish Crisps?!?!
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Today we are trying one of my ultimate car ride snacks. Ritz Bits! I love the Ritz Bits with cheese… Matt loves the peanut butter. Will anyone like the NEW Spicy Queso?
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Who doesn’t like a good pickle? 
They are good on sandwiches.
They are good fried up.
They are good on pizza.
They are good on their own.

So let’s see if Popeye’s can keep up the pickley goodness with their pickle menu.
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There are so many chip flavors out there… but when this one came out, well… we weren’t sure what to expect. Gas Station Roller Dog is pretty self explanatory. But can they actually give the right taste? Let’s find out!
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Chicken and Waffles, Pigs-n-Taters, and Soda Pop. What do these three Hammond’s chocolate bars have in common?
We tried them all and they were terrible.
So, what do some normal flavors taste like? Let’s find out.
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Girl Scout Cookies. Did you know that there are two separate bakeries that make these little snacks? And depending on where you live, you will either have Little Brownie Bakery or ABC Bakery. (Map below) So let’s see which one is better, shall we?

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So many flavors of chips out there, it seems like every time you go to the grocery store, there are tons of new flavors to try. So today we are trying 5 different chip flavors!
Which chips are we trying today?
Trader Joe’s Rolled Corn Tortilla Chips Chili and LimeLay’s All DressedDoritos Late Night Loaded TacoTaki’s Buckin’ RanchSun Chips Black Bean Southwestern QuesoWho is on this quest?
Nate, his beef is multiplyingRandi, sweet, tangy, savoryMatt, woah woah woahAmy, goodbye cheese dipWe are a value-4-value podcast. Please donate!

Are you ready to try some new soda flavors? Today we have three new flavors of pop to try. Carbonated beverages are usually not very good on this show, for some reason. So hopefully these three will pull us out of our soda slump
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What are we trying today?
Dr. Pepper BlackberryCoca Cola Orange Cream7up Tropical

It doesn’t matter if it is the hottest longest day of the year, or it is the coldest, snowiest, most horrible day of the year. Anytime is a good time for ice cream. Especially if you have Tillamook in your freezer.
Today we are trying the Limited Edition Apple Crisp Tillamook Ice Cream.
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It is time to try another fast food chain!
We have been to many pizza places, taco places, burger joints, and sub chains. Today we are headed to a chicken place…
Chick-Fil-A!
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Anyone who knows me knows that I have a weak spot when it comes to popcorn. When Matt and I go to the theater, I easily finish the giant tub of corn before the movie starts, and then get a refill on my way out of the theater as well. So buttery, so delicious.
Now, flavored popcorn other than butter? Meh. So Let’s see if Cousin Willie’s can impress with this hot popcorn.

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Here comes Easter!
Last year we tried Easter Jelly Beans. And let’s just say, overall we were not impressed. Maybe Easter gummies will treat us better? Let’s find out.
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*gasp* Oh my gosh! Another new Oreo?!?! *gasp*
Today we are trying out the limited edition Post Malone Oreos
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Who is ready to eat some more chips!? We have five different kinds/flavors to try.
Let’s go!!
Which chips are we trying today?
Fiesta Twists - Salsa VerdeFiesta Twists - Cinnamon ChurroRed Quinoa Chia Tortilla ChipsDoritos Golden SirachaDoritos Collisions Tangy Pickle and Cool RanchWho is on this quest?
Kris, potty mouth.Casaundra, cannot be trusted with a bag of chips.Matt, has a chip on his shoulder.Amy, did I already say that?Don't forget to donate to our show here!

Picture it. You are a kid and the 3:00 bell rings at school. You grab your bag and run out, ready for your short trek home. 10 minutes later and you are at home, opening the fridge or the cupboard, searching for your after school snack.
Will it be Little Debbie Zebra Cakes?
Will it be a bowl of Captain Crunch?
Wait… I know… a peanut butter and jelly sandwich!
But now there is an alternative! The new Skippy Wafer Bars! Let’s see if they are any good!
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Ready for a jaw workout?
Today we are trying Hi-Chew!
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Which Hi-Chew are we trying today?
FantasyRainbow SherbetBlue HawaiiBlue RaspberryPlus Fruit Orange/TangerineRed apple/Strawberry Who is on this summery quest?
Nate, welcome to my drinking game.Randi, Give it to me baby!Matt, goats in space!Amy, bless you.

When you go to the grocery store and hit up the frozen section, you sure can find a lot of snack type foods. But what always draws me in… after the ice cream… is the pizza. But sometimes you just need a little bit of pizza, not the whole thing. Well, today we are trying little bits of pizza, in the form of various pizza pockets, or sticks, or rolls, whatever. 
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t’s breakfast time at Quest for the Best, so let’s try a childhood breakfast staple… Eggo Waffles!
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Chicken and Waffles, Pigs-n-Taters, and Soda Pop. What do these three things have in common?
Chocolate, of course!
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Pringles. They are trying something new and they are called Pringles Mingles. Will they live up to the quality of the original Pringles products? Let’s find out.
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We have tried a lot of variations of Coca-Cola. We have tried Root beers and Orange Cream Soda. But today we have the limited edition Shirley Temple 7up.

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Snack Pack. The yummy little dish of pudding that nobody can resist. Well, at least when you are a kid. So let’s see if any adults like these as much as the kid in the room… our special guest, Audra!
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Today we continue on our Quest to find a winning fast food pizza chain with a battle between Marco’s Pizza and Godfather’s pizza. Who will win this prestigious battle?
Which menu items will we be trying?
Ham and Pepperoni PizzaBreadsticksGarlic Parmesan WingsWho is joining this battle?
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Today we have some new products to try out. Some people love them, some people compare them to edible plastic. What am I talking about? Twizzlers of course! But not just any Twizzlers. We have the new Twizzlers Gummies, and the Twizzlers Sweet and Sour Filled Twists. And how many more times can I say Twizzlers in this paragraph? 
TWIZZLERS!

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Just in time for Thanksgiving (or a day late I suppose…) Pumpkin Pie M&Ms and Peanut Butter and Jelly M&Ms! I wonder if these will live up to the hype?
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Who doesn’t love a good chip? Potato chips, corn chips, whatever Funyuns are made out of… I grew up in a chip loving family and am always excited to try out new flavors. So which ones are we trying today?
Which chips are we trying today?
Doritos Baja Fiery MangoLay’s Midwest Inspired Fried Pickles with RanchDoritos Blazing Buffalo RanchFunyun Steakhouse OnionWho is on this quest?
Kris, hey ya, Matt!Matt, hey ya, Amy!Amy, hey ya, Kris!And of course, our producers! We couldn't do this without you! Anyone can become a producer by donating to our...

Today we are putting America’s #1 cookie to the test. Well… at least a handful of limited edition flavors that came out this summer. So, grab a glass of milk, and get ready. 
Which Oreos are we trying today?
Dirt CakeSour Patch KidsCoca ColaChurroMint ChipWho is on this quest?
Kris, are these expired?Matt, where’s my silly straw?Amy, get ready!And of course, our subscribers! Thanks to our small, yet coveted group. We appreciate the support. You too can be a subscribed Quester. Do it!

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Whelp, Kit Kat is trying to get in on the Halloween game with their limited edition Ghost Toast. Will it be any good? Let’s find out.
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We are back in the studio!
After a crap ton of rain this spring, the studio found itself under a bunch of water. So Matt and I have spent the whole summer refinishing things in our basement, including new floors, so we could get the podcast running again. So here we are! (And let’s just keep our fingers crossed when it comes to the 5+ inches of rain we could get this week)


And to kick off this incredible milestone, we have a limited edition food to try out… The Krabby Patty Meal from Wendy’s! 
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We are back at the Iowa State Fair. We are about to end this experience on a little slice of heaven…


This is part 7 of our Iowa State Fair experience.


And while you won’t be able to try these food with us this year, NEXT YEAR you will know exactly what to eat, and what not to eat, if you head over to Des Moines.


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We are back at the Iowa State Fair. I hope you are hungry!
This is part 6 of our Iowa State Fair experience.


And while you won’t be able to try these food with us this year, NEXT YEAR you will know exactly what to eat, and what not to eat, if you head over to Des Moines.


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What are we trying today?!
Io...

We are back at the Iowa State Fair, where if you can’t find something to eat, you aren’t very hungry.


This is part 5 of our Iowa State Fair experience.


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Welcome to the Iowa State Fair, where every food experience is a gamble!


This is part 4 of our Iowa State Fair experience.
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Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Iowa State Fair, where everything is fried and everyone is happy!


This is part 3 of our Iowa State Fair experience.


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What are we trying today?!
Iowa State Fair’s Bacon Cheeseburger Egg Roll!
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We are back at the Iowa State Fair, where the sun is out, the air is thick with the smells of fried foods, and the most popular vehicle is the motorized scooter!
This is part 2 of our Iowa State Fair experience. 
And while you won’t be able to try these food with us this year, NEXT YEAR you will know exactly what to eat, and what not to eat, if you head over to Des Moines.
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Picture it. 
Mid-August. The sun is out, not a cloud in the sky. The temperature is reaching the low 90s. You have your tank top on, you are rocking some shorts. You slather on the sunblock. You have a day ahead of you filled with weird fried foods, lots of walking, and a lot of great people watching.
Where is this place?
The Iowa State Fair, of course!
And that is where we have headed for the next handful of episodes. We want to get the true Iowa experience. 
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We’re baaaaack!
Sort of.
Thanks to all our listeners for their patience and encouragement as we work through the struggles of our flooded podcast studio! Who knew a lot of rain could cause such a pain in my ass? 
Unfortunately, we are NOT back in the studio. Finding a contractor to do an epoxy floor has been quite difficult, annoying, or downright expensive. So for now, we are taking our podcast on the road! And for today’s episode, you get to hear us test out our new mic system.
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With all the options of grocery stores, it is time to try some place that is unlike any other. 
Is it Hy-Vee? 
Nope.
Fareway?
Nope.
Aldi?
Getting closer….

Today we are trying out snacks from Trader Joe’s!

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In a world full of dipping sauces, it can be hard to decide which one you want to go with. Ketchup, ranch, honey mustard… the list goes on. But there is one sauce… yes, one sauce… that reigns supreme. One sauce that goes with anything. One sauce that has a kick that keeps you coming back for more… Yes, folks. That sauce is BBQ sauce.


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Let’s try something new today!
New to Quest for the Best, but it is highly unlikely that they are new to you.
Today we are trying Pillsbury refrigerated doughs.

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“Napoleon! Gimme some of your tots.”
“No! Go and find your own.”
“Come on! Gimme some of your tots!”
“No! I’m freaking starved! I didn’t get to eat anything today!”
kicks tots
“Gross! Freaking idiot!”


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Think back to when you were a kid. What were some foods that you ate for lunch? Maybe you enjoyed a PB&J. Maybe you think of the square pizza from the lunch line at school. If you are a millennial or younger, you might just think of a Lunchable. And today we are going to be brave and try this… um… can you even call this food? Let’s find out!

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Today is not normal.
This month has not been normal.
We have some upsetting news from Quest for the Best… Our studio was flooded out. After a shit ton of rain, our podcast studio found itself with a lot of water. Fortunately, equipment was removed as we realized what was happening, so our mics, most of our furniture, and that sort of thing was salvaged. What didn’t make it was the carpet and tile, some of the foam paneling for the walls, and a bit of my sanity.
It has been a tough week.
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Summer is right around the corner and as the weather heats up, everyone is going to be looking for something to quench their thirst. We have tried a lot of different sodas on this podcast, and unfortunately not many really do well. Will grape soda fair any better than orange cream soda, or lemon lime sodas, root beer, or cola? Let’s find out!

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There are so many snacks out there for a person to try out. You got your chocolates. You got your crackers. You got your cookies. You got your nuts. You got your fruit snacks…. But the best snack out there is none of these. The best snack out there is popcorn.


Now, popcorn comes in many different flavors, varieties, and even ways to cook. Today we are going for the quick to grab, easy to pop, microwave popcorn.
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There are so so so so many varieties of ice creams out there. When you go to the grocery store, it can sometimes be overwhelming on what to get. But today, we decided to single out a single brand, Ben & Jerry’s to see if their top 5 selling flavors are really up to snuff.

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What do a bowl of soup, a meat and cheese tray, and staying home sick watching The Price is Right all have in common?
Crackers of course!
Today we dive into the diverse and rich world of crackers. While most might not consider crackers to be diverse, or rich, today we will show you that even with just six different crackers, we have a huge range of flavor, texture, and opinions.

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Picture it. The year is 3000. What do you see?
What do you smell?
What do you taste?
Well we are about to find out the last question with Y3000 Coke.

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You have your pickle fans out there. You have your jelly bean fans out there. But are there any pickle flavored jelly bean fans out there? Though I highly doubt it, but if you do indeed know someone who is a fan, share this episode with them!

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While the majority of people probably think of coffee when they imagine a morning beverage, the rest of us probably think of orange juice. Orange juice is a great way to start your day. Refreshing, delicious, nice and cold. Yummy.


But which brand of OJ is the best?


That is exactly what we are going to find out on today’s episode of Quest for the Best.
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Who doesn’t love a good food truck?
The variety. The freshness. The wonderful smells as you walk by. I love going to farmers markets, or festivals, wherever, and you see all these food options, and you want to try a little of everything. So good.
Well, Pringles has 4 new flavors that are reminiscent of the types of food you could find in a food truck. And we are here for it.

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We have another Oreo to try out today! The limited edition Space Dunk Oreo. Now these little cookies have a… twist. (Hardy har har)
The Space Dunk Oreos have popping candy in the frosting! Sounds like a good one for the kids. But will four grown ass adults like this treat as well? Let’s find out.

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I think we can all say that the best Doritos are Cool Ranch, followed by Nacho Cheese. After that, who cares. But maybe, just maybe, Doritos has a new flavor that can knock everything else out of the park. Let’s find out if these Ultimate Cheddar Doritos can do just that.


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Ramen.

When that word is spoken, thousands upon thousands of millennials think about being back in college, stocking up on the cheapest food out there. A packet of Ramen, a bit of water, and you are set. Why waste money on food, after all?

Today we are trying eight different flavors of Ramen.

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Hershey’s Miniatures! These little chocolate bars have graced the office candy dish, the Halloween candy bucket, and the parade circuit for years. Hershey’s really is a classic that many kids and adults enjoy. But as you get older, your taste buds usually become a little more refined. Will these treats hold up?

Let’s find out!

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Oh boy, we have a set of unique chips today. Rap Snacks! Have you heard of these? We certainly had not until we found them when we were at a candy store in Minnesota and decided to buy the three flavors available.

Are they a gimmick?

Are these chips actually good?

Let’s find out together!

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Hello Questers! Today we are excited to have a brand/product we have never tried before on this show! We have the limited edition Little Bites Cinnamon Buns Mini Muffins! They sound delicious! But are they?! Let’s find out!

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Who are our Questers today?

Kris, old man laugh.

Nate, Ramen boy.

Matt, has two nipples.

Amy, hey all!

The siblings are back in today’s episode of Quest for the Best! Janet, Alan, and Michael are joining me to try out one of the best candies ever created…. Nerds!

Which Nerds are we trying today?

Grape Nerds

Strawberry Nerds

Big Chewy Nerds

Sour Big Chewy Nerds

Nerds Candy Corn

Nerds Gummy Clusters

Who is on this quest?

Janet, the oldest.

Alan, the second middle.

Michael, the youngest.

Amy, the first middle.

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Happy 2024 Questers! Many of you might be wondering where we have been. Three week hiatus… Well, the holidays were very very busy, and so were our usual line up of guests. So, we decided to take a small break. But do not worry. We have great episodes to bring you and more and more foods to try. We are going to continue on our restaurant battles soon, and hit up some more areas of the grocery store. (and some different ethnic grocery stores).

But today, we are trying out the Dinamita Sticks Doritos.

Which Doritos ar...

Hostess is at it again! Two more flavors to try out today, one a limited edition, one a new product flavor! But do they have what it takes to get the Quest for the Best seal of approval?! Let’s find out together!

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Who are our Questers today?

Alan, NERDS!

Nate, fancy boy.

Cody, pace yourself.

Amy, icy.

Cereal is a staple in many households. And not just for breakfast. It is a great snack throughout the day, or sometimes even a nice simple meal. Today we have the Swiss Cake Roll and Nutty Buddy cereals. Let’s see if either get the seal of approval.

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Who are our Questers today?

Kris, hide your wife, hide your kids.

Hannah, aka Hot Take Hannah.

Matt, he’s here!

Amy, here we go a...

Did someone say Moreos? Because we have more Oreos to try! Hardy har har. Oreo has been coming out with some more limited edition cookies, so why not give them a try!

Today we have the Red Velvet Oreos and the Hot Cocoa Oreos. Let’s see if either get the seal of approval.

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Who are our Questers today?

Nate, fists of fury.

Alan, coffee dipper.

Cody, limited edition.

Amy, sa...

Who hasn’t had a frozen pizza?

I dare say everyone has gone to the freezer and pulled out a pizza, a quick meal that doesn’t cost much and fills you up. And there are so many different brands out there, everyone has a chance of finding something they like, or at least tolerate. Well that is what we are going to hopefully find today, a Quest worthy frozen za!

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I love love love popcorn. Nice warm buttery popcorn. And through the years I have tried other flavors. The loved by many (but not by me) cheesy corn. A nice fresh caramel corn. A bite or two of the candied popcorn is okay. But really, the best is the classic buttery popcorn. But maybe, just maybe, we will have a new favorite today when we try the Smartfood Buffalo Wild Wings Parmesan Garlic Sauce flavored Popcorn.

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Jell-O. I think that when many people hear that word, some specific memories might pop up in their minds. For me, I think about the Jell-O dessert my dad makes for Thanksgiving. I think about how my grandma’s Jell-O always had that rubbery film on the top that was pretty gross. And of course, the occasional Jell-O shot at the bars with my friends.

Today we are going to try out seven different flavors of Jell-O and see which one really hits the spot.

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M&M’s are a classic any time of year. Whether you just want a quick chocolate snack, or maybe you are baking some cookies or mixing up some trail mix, M&M’s are a go-to for many people.

Today we are trying out the Limited Edition Campfire Smores M&M’s. Will these earn a seal of approval? Let’s find out!

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The Snickerdoodle is one of those classic cookies that just about everyone loves. A nice fluffy cookie with cinnamon sugar. Warm right out of the oven on a cold winter day, maybe with a mug of hot chocolate. Yum. Or if you are one of those coffee lovers, I am guessing coffee and a cookie might sound good to you as well.

Unfortunately, we are not trying Snickerdoodles today. But we are trying out the Snickerdoodle Pop Tarts! Maybe they will be just as good? Let’s find out!

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As our loyal listeners know by now, I spend a lot of time in the grocery store looking for new products. Lots of brands will take an old product and put a new flavor to it. Sometime you just happen to find something brand new. Well today, we have five different varieties of chips that all have a new flavor put to them. And instead of doing 5 episodes, we decided to combine these and see which one is the best new product.

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Churros. Man do I love a good churro. When they are still warm, and you get that wonderful dusting of cinnamon sugar, the crunchy bite but fluffy pastry. You really cannot go wrong. And until now, I do not think I have ever seen a product try to make a churro flavor. But Kit Kat is giving it a shot. Let’s see if they hit the mark.

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Our world at Quest for the Best seems to be a rotation between Hostess and Coke as of late. Two brands that really push out new products constantly. But Little Debbie is screaming from the back hoping to be noticed, and I definitely noticed when the Cookies and Creme Brownie popped up on the grocery store shelves. It is hard to do cookies and creme wrong, so let’s see if this new brownie can stand up to the competition.

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Old El Paso is a pretty well known brand name in the grocery store. You have the taco shells, taco seasoning, sauce, chips, cheese, rice, beans… I mean, can you have taco night without Old El Paso?

And now, you have a whole new product to snack on when you are not in the mood for tacos… The Old El Paso Twists. So let’s get our snack on.

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Coca Cola is trying it again. Another new soda flavor. And like I always say, why mess with perfection? Coca Cola does not need to make anything other than Classic Coca Cola and Cherry Coke. But obviously they must make some money on these limited runs, since people like me have to try them out.

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As we round out the end of summer (that’s right. If you are reading this on the day it is released, TOMORROW is the last day of our beautiful summer.) it only seems fitting to try out something that will quench your thirst on a warm summer day. Something that will indulge your sweet tooth. Something that will leave you smiling. Something with a little pop and fizz. Well, at least that is what we hope as we try out some Orange Cream Sodas.

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