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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We Tried Trader Joe’s New Ketchup Chips

At long last, Trader Joe's has graced us with Ketchup Flavored Lattice Potato Chips. Long a staple in Canada's snack domain, Americans had to travel to get their hands on Ketchup Chips, with a rare exception here and there. Herr's out of Pennsylvania carries ridged /rippled ketchup chips. Doritos even tried to pass off Ketchup…

ByMichelleSeptember 25, 20250Comments

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Two New Trader Joe’s Things Reviewed

Trader Joe's Deli Sandwich chips. I like them, but I can't quite put my finger on the flavors. You get a little vinegar, a little mustard, maybe even a little pepperocini (there's nothing to suggest it in the ingredient list, so am I imagining it?!) . I halfway expected to get kind of a…

ByMichelleJuly 21, 20250Comments

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Why It’s Exciting Trader Joe’s Patio Potato Chips are Back

As we roll into summer, lots of Trader Joe's items are making their annual return. But there's one that's actual cause for celebration. Trader Joe's Patio Potato Chips ARE BACK! A mix of Sea Salt & Vinegar, Dill, Smokin' Sweet BBQ, and Ketchup-flavored chips, they've been a favorite since they launched here in 2019.…

ByMichelleMay 22, 20250Comments

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We Tried Trader Joe’s Papas Rellenas (Potato Croquettes)

Meat and potatoes is a classic combo nearly the world over. And with Trader Joe's Papas Rellenas, TJ's is serving up a Latin American take in the form of mashed potato croquettes stuffed with seasoned ground beef. It's then rolled in bread crumbs and fried for a crunchy outside. All you need is 20 minutes…

ByMichelleFebruary 28, 20240Comments

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Trader Joe’s New Hatch Chile Cheese Dip. It’s Gonna Be a Problem.

Garlic and Asiago was a dip I could I pass up. But when I saw Hatch Chile & Jalapeño Cheese, Trader Joe's was speakin' my language. It's $4.99 for a 10 oz. package. And it's just heat and eat. My store suggested crackers on the shelf tag (for reals?!). They'd be fine, but for me,…

ByMichelleOctober 16, 20230Comments

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Trader Joe’s Breaded Cheese Curds Are Entirely Too Snackable

Trader Joe's Breaded Cheddar Cheese Curds plus air fryer equals pretty dang tasty. Connoisseurs will note that you're not getting a squeaky cheese experience. But with a slightly savory breading and cheese that ended up oozing out of a few of them browning in the airfryer, well you're not gonna hear any complaints from me.…

ByMichelleMay 22, 20230Comments

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We Tried Trader Joe’s Sweet and Salty Umami Crunchies

I wasn't a huge fan of Trader Joe's previous go at rice crackers -- the mochi nuggets. They were too plain for me. But I thought these Sweet and Salty Umami Crunchies might have some potential. The thing is, while the texture is good, they're airier/puffier than the nuggets, they lean more toward the sweet…

ByMichelleMay 8, 20230Comments

Food News

Trader Joe’s Unveils 14th Annual Customer Choice Awards Winners

After graduating its perennial product winners into a Hall of Fame, Trader Joe's unveiled the winners of its 14th Annual Customer Choice Awards on the latest episode of Inside Trader Joe's. I'll be interested to hear if you're as surprised as I was about the new Overall best! Without further ado, here's the full list…

ByMichelleJanuary 23, 20230Comments

Product Review Recipes

How to Make Your Own Ketchup Chips with Trader Joe’s Ketchup Sprinkle Seasoning

For those of us who live close enough to Canada, you usually just satisfy your craving for Ketchup Chips when you happen to get up there. But with COVID and all, it's been a long time since I've had Ketchup Chips. Until Trader Joe's decided to bring us a Ketchup Flavored Seasoning Sprinkle. But was…

ByMichelleJanuary 16, 20230Comments

We Tried Trader Joe’s Brie Cheese Flavored Spread

We Tried Trader Joe’s New Ketchup Chips

Two New Trader Joe’s Things Reviewed

Why It’s Exciting Trader Joe’s Patio Potato Chips are Back

We Tried Trader Joe’s Papas Rellenas (Potato Croquettes)

Trader Joe’s New Hatch Chile Cheese Dip. It’s Gonna Be a Problem.

Trader Joe’s Breaded Cheese Curds Are Entirely Too Snackable

We Tried Trader Joe’s Sweet and Salty Umami Crunchies

Trader Joe’s Unveils 14th Annual Customer Choice Awards Winners

How to Make Your Own Ketchup Chips with Trader Joe’s Ketchup Sprinkle Seasoning

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