Trader Joe’s Customers Go Off Script in Latest Product Awards

Trader Joe's 17th Annual Customer Choice Awards crowned a new overall winner Monday. And customers are keeping things fresh with some unconventional picks across the 10 categories. We'll take a look at the big winners and some surprising runners up. How did your faves fair in the final results? #1 Overall Taking…

ByMichelleJanuary 27, 20260Comments

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We Tried Trader Joe’s Brie Cheese Flavored Spread

If you like everything about brie except for the rind, Trader Joe's Brie Cheese Flavored Spread is for you. It's not the most flavorful brie I've ever had, but it spreads nicely on a cracker. It can be dolloped on salad. Think of it as brie training wheels. I tried it on a fall…

ByMichelleOctober 22, 20250Comments

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What’s New at Trader Joe’s – May 1, 2025

It's been a busy couple weeks for new products at Trader Joe's. Along with summer items starting to come in, there are lots of new beauty / spa items, and the ube party is on. Let's take a look at what we've spotted in the Pacific Northwest. The New Items display at one…

ByMichelleMay 1, 20250Comments

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What’s New (and Returning) at Trader Joe’s – October 31, 2024

We're posting early today since I know a lot of us are on Trick o' Treating duty tonight. If you're rolling over to Trader Joe's for some last minute snacks, a bunch of Thanksgiving items are hitting shelves, too. Here's what we spotted in the Pacific Northwest. Perennial favorite Stuffing Seasoned Potato…

ByMichelleOctober 31, 20240Comments

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Trader Joe’s Rolls out 20+ Items for Pumpkinpalooza, Round 1

Trader Joe's made us wait until after the Labor Day holiday (again!) this year to unleash Pumpkinpalooza. But the first round of fall items -- pumpkin, maple, apple, etc. are hitting stores now. Let's take a look at what we spotted in the PNW. We went grid style today because there are more than 20…

ByMichelleSeptember 5, 20240Comments

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What’s New at Trader Joe’s – July 10, 2024

Things were a little quiet over the July 4 week (there were only a couple of new items, not even enough for a post), but Trader Joe's is back in full force. Let's get a look at what's new (and returning) this week, as spotted in the Pacific Northwest. NEW: CARROT MINI SHEET CAKE…

ByMichelleJuly 11, 20240Comments

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Trader Joe’s Spotlights 12 New & Upcoming BBQ-Ready Summer Items

On the latest episode of its Inside Trader Joe's podcast, TJ's spotlighted 12 new and upcoming items perfect for summer barbecues. Beef Burger Patties -- 1/3 lb. patties made from a blend of chuck, brisket, and picanha (or sirloin cap). Four patties to a package for $9.99. Their vendor is forming these patties…

ByMichelleJune 12, 20240Comments

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What’s New at Trader Joe’s – May 9, 2024

What a week for new and returning items at Trader Joe's! The pickle party is on, we've got new pasta and a don't miss dessert in the freezer section. Let's look at what we spotted in the PNW this week. East Coasters got Gluten Free pizza dough for a short time a couple of…

ByMichelleMay 9, 20240Comments

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What’s New at Trader Joe’s – May 2, 2024

You can feel early summer is right around the corner with the new and returning products hitting shelves this week at Trader Joe's. Let's take a look at what we spotted in the Pacific Northwest. First up, Carolina Gold BBQ Sauce. I'll be waiting for the Carolina Gold chips, but I know a lot…

ByMichelleMay 2, 20240Comments

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What’s New (and Returning) at Trader Joe’s – February 21, 2024

In the aftermath of Valentine's Day only a few new items seemed to roll in last week, but I stopped in after a dentist appointment today and there were plenty of new and returning items to chuck into my basket. As spotted in the Pacific Northwest. NEW: I've got the oven preheating for Trader…

ByMichelleFebruary 21, 20240Comments

Trader Joe’s Customers Go Off Script in Latest Product Awards

We Tried Trader Joe’s Brie Cheese Flavored Spread

What’s New at Trader Joe’s – May 1, 2025

What’s New (and Returning) at Trader Joe’s – October 31, 2024

Trader Joe’s Rolls out 20+ Items for Pumpkinpalooza, Round 1

What’s New at Trader Joe’s – July 10, 2024

Trader Joe’s Spotlights 12 New & Upcoming BBQ-Ready Summer Items

What’s New at Trader Joe’s – May 9, 2024

What’s New at Trader Joe’s – May 2, 2024

What’s New (and Returning) at Trader Joe’s – February 21, 2024

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