#food-review

#food-review

I've tasted my way through seven of Ithaca's hummus flavors, and I've come to one definitive conclusion: The brand makes some seriously good hummus. However, some flavors are better than others. I've ranked these hummus varieties from worst to best in an attempt to help you find the flavor you want to try most (or at least let you know what to avoid).

Foodie fans of "The Simpsons" won't soon forget the iconic episode in which the children of Springfield find themselves lost in the woods, and one character remarks, "I'm so hungry I could eat at Arby's" ("Gosh" and "wow" remark the other kids). Even self-professed Arby's fans will likely admit that, yeah, the chain isn't exactly known for being top-quality, or for producing sandwiches that remotely resemble the advertised photos.

Trader Joe's potato salad ranked number 7 due to its chewy texture, dryness, and lack of seasoning. It failed to meet expectations for a store-bought option.

Bacon alternatives that mimic traditional pork bacon are difficult to replicate due to challenges in achieving the same crispy texture and rich flavor profile, as many products fall short.

Pop-Tarts flavors include either a strawberry or cherry filling, with icing on top to match, presenting a visually appealing product for consumers.

Trader Joe's Salame di Parma mild salami ranked the lowest among the sampled brands due to its thin texture and lack of memorable complexity in flavor.

However, steeped down in my pastry-driven soul was a healthy dose of skepticism because how can something look SO beautiful and also taste delicious? See, I've worked in bakeries and I know first-hand that at times (I am trying my best to be careful here) the fancy, high-priced, fussy treats can fall flat on flavor.

One brand that's guilty of the latter is Crofter's organic strawberry fruit spread. Ranked the absolute best strawberry jam brand by the Tasting Table staff, this jam is truly sensational.

On a rainy day, I endeavored to find out which roast beef sub reigns supreme between Jimmy John's 'Big John' and Subway's offering, both popular chains.

The Whole & Simple chicken burrito was disappointing due to its insufficient filling, comprising approximately 75% tortilla and only 25% actual filling.

There's one guarantee at Capital. Every single table at this old-school Chinese spot will have at least one plate of salt and pepper.

I became very curious as to what it was. Little did I know I had just stumbled upon a viral sensation that I've been missing for over a year!

Nestled in downtown Berkeley is a cozy Japanese eatery called Tsuruya. Not only does this ramen shop deliver serious flavors, but it also offers warm hospitality, quick service and deeply satisfying noodle dishes that may rival the best in the Bay.

Every flavor becomes a little lackluster, indistinguishable beyond slight notes of fruit or chocolate. It's not bad, but it's definitely not the best.

Online comments about Panera's almond pastry are mixed, but there's a common thread: Bear claw fans are as mad as a wild grizzly that it replaced their favorite treat.

Unfortunately, we discovered the Green Onion Bitchin' dip is a bit too sweet on the tongue to fully appreciate, placing the sauce towards the bottom of our rankings.

The Polynesian sauce misses the mark with its muted flavor, runny consistency, and poor pairing with Chick-fil-A's menu, ranking it last in a sauce ranking.