McKinley Malbrough

The stores I actually shop for groceries, pet supplies, electronics and errands around San Leandro, Hayward and Oakland, from quick $22 FoodMaxx runs to bulk Smart & Final trips. I order from most of them on delivery, so I know which ones are worth the price. I may earn a commission from these links.

Where I go for live sports, stand-up and a night out, from cheap-seat baseball to front-row comedy and quick road trips. I have done stand-up myself, so I judge clubs from both sides of the mic. I may earn a commission from these links.

PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch games for sports, fighting and adventure fans, plus gear to play them. I may earn a commission from these links.

Wall signs, stickers, tumblers and small gift ideas for home and for the animal lover in your life, including a few koala favorites. I may earn a commission from these links.

Toys, games and fun finds for kids and kids at heart, picked for play, gifting and rainy days. I may earn a commission from these links.

Everyday health, grooming and personal care items I use, from sleep aids and oral care to a home blood pressure monitor and denture care. Each pick has a note on how I use it. I may earn a commission from these links.

The DTF printer supplies, heat press gear, blank apparel and shipping materials I use to run a print-on-demand merch brand. Everything here is for direct-to-film printing and fulfilling orders. I may earn a commission from these links.

Tools, hardware and home upgrades I bought and use. I may earn a commission from these links.

Spots I order from in San Lorenzo, Union City, Berkeley, Emeryville, Dublin and Fremont. The city is in each name.

San Leandro spots I order from and eat at: Chinese food and crab boil favorites.

Oakland spots I order from and eat at: cheesesteaks, tacos, soul food, seafood, pizza and Jack London Square favorites.

Hayward spots I order from and eat at: cheesesteaks, tacos, seafood, barbecue and fast food favorites.

Cleaning supplies, small appliances, kitchen tools and food storage I bought and use around the house. I may earn a commission from these links.

Snacks, drinks, cereal, canned goods, spices and baking staples I bought and use. I may earn a commission from these links.

Dog food, treats, toys, leashes, training pads and grooming tools I bought and use. I may earn a commission from these links.

The cables, tools, plant supplies and home upgrades I bought for the apartment. Practical picks that fix real problems around the house. I may earn a commission from these links.

The toys, training tools, collars and leashes I bought for my dog. Picks that keep a dog busy, trained and safe on walks. I may earn a commission from these links.

Grooming, skin care, wellness and fun gadgets I bought and use. Small purchases that make daily life better for me and my family. I may earn a commission from these links.

The kitchen gear, cleaning supplies and home repair parts I bought for everyday life at home. Practical picks that earned a spot in my house. I may earn a commission from these links.

The boxes, packing paper, tape, bubble wrap and bags I bought for my move. Everything I used to pack and protect a whole household. I may earn a commission from these links.

The battery charger, fuel caddy, tool kits and hand tools I bought for car care and fixes around the house. Built for DIYers who want to jump a battery, change oil and handle small repairs without a shop visit. I may earn a commission from these links.

The snacks, drinks, tuna and kitchen staples I buy on repeat for the house. Budget-friendly picks that ship to your door and keep the pantry stocked. I may earn a commission from these links.

The heat presses, DTF printer, labels, mailers and display gear I bought to start a custom apparel and merch brand. Built for new sellers who want to print, pack and ship their own shirts and hats from home. I may earn a commission from these links.

The microphones, cables, mixer, webcam and phone mounts I bought to record podcasts, vlogs and video. Built for creators who want a clean home setup without a studio budget. I may earn a commission from these links.

The dog gear I bought and recommend for everyday walks, grooming and feeding. A slip lead for quick, secure walks, a rechargeable nail grinder for at-home trims, training treats for rewards, and the dog food I keep stocked. I may earn a commission from these links.