Kiehl’s Lip Balm #1 is smooth and smells fantastic. It can be conveniently squeezed onto your lips, which is great, but when my lips are chapped, it just doesn’t do the trick. I need to constantly reapply just to maintain some semblance of moistness. For such a pricey little tube, I expect lip balm to be a bit more effective — not an unreasonable request. — $6.50

While it is annoying to smear Blistex on with your finger, this is a minor inconvenience in exchange for moist and beautiful lips. Blistex soothes even the most chapped of lips and keeps them looking healthy and shiny without being too goopy or looking like lip gloss. This little tub is like a miracle worker for lips, and will always be my favorite. — $2

THE VERDICT: Blistex Wins

A Lobel’s of New York steak will set you back a pretty penny, but having indulged in one this past weekend, I have to say that it was worth it. All of their steaks are dry-aged and USDA prime, the highest grade available. A 22 oz. porterhouse is enough for two people and is succulent and tender no matter how terrible you are at cooking steak (read: I barely know how to cook a steak). While you have to pay overnight shipping, they are packaged nicely with explicit storing and cooking directions. — $66 for 22 oz.

While Wegmans has a fairly decent meat selection, only rarely do they carry prime meats. You can, however, special order them. A Wegmans prime porterhouse is adequately sized for two and can be ordered for pickup at the store several days ahead of time. Their prime meat is tender and juicy, but just doesn’t live up to the legendary quality of Lobels. — $25 for 22 oz.

THE VERDICT: Lobel’s Wins