We Tried Trader Joe’s Vanilla Cardamom Cold Brew Coffee

I knew Pumpkin Spice Cold Brew wouldn't be for me, but when I saw Trader Joe's Vanilla Cardamom Cold Brew ($5.49) I thought, ok, maybe I can get down with that. Like all cold brew, it’s smooth, not bitter, and you could totally drink it black. The coffee itself isn't super strong. I opted to…

ByMichelleOctober 1, 20240Comments

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Trader Joe’s New Versus Old Enchilada Sauce

For those of us who were fans of Trader Joe's Enchilada Sauce, some tears were shed when it was discontinued some months back. Ok, tears may be a little extreme. But it was a bummer! So I grabbed a couple bottles before it was gone-gone. The replacement hit stores this week. Already, we're…

ByMichelleSeptember 17, 20240Comments

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Trader Joe’s Pumpkinpalooza Round 2!

I usually avoid Trader Joe's on the weekend, if I can help it. It's just too crazy, unless I can get there early. But I braved it on Saturday because I just knew there was gonna be more fall items. And we've definitely got another mega-round of fall products on shelves in the PNW. …

ByMichelleSeptember 9, 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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We Tried Trader Joe’s Vegan Soup Dumplings

Vegetarians & vegans and people who occasionally eat plant-based, you've got a good xiao long bao option. Trader Joe's Vegan Soup Dumplings, officially Steamed Vegetable Soup Dumplings, are very good. As usual, I recommend steaming them on the stove, if you can. The soup tends to dry up in the microwave, and these seem to…

ByMichelleJune 17, 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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We Tried Trader Joe’s Strawberries & Creme Pancake and Waffle Mix

You know when a new pancake and waffle mix comes on the scene, I'm gonna make it as waffles. When Trader Joe's Strawberries & Creme Pancake & Waffle Mix landed, I wasn't super excited about the white chocolate chips. But that's just me forever not wanting things to be overly sweet. As I…

ByMichelleJune 3, 20240Comments

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2 Sensational New Summer Sippers at Trader Joe’s

As the summer season fully gets under way at Trader Joe's, they've rolled out two new summer sippers you're gonna wanna put on your shopping list. Trader Joe's Sparkling Juice lineup is pretty solid overall. And with the introduction of Sparkling Guava Juice they've got another winner on their hands. Even clocking in at…

ByMichelleMay 21, 20240Comments

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What’s New at Trader Joe’s – May 16, 2024

It's really starting to feel like summer at Trader joe's. We've got a ton of new and returning items hitting shelves this week, as spotted in the PNW. Let's get into it, starting with the new stuff. If I hadn't just filled my freezer with Melona popsicles from Costco, I would have grabbed these…

ByMichelleMay 16, 20240Comments

We Tried Trader Joe’s Vanilla Cardamom Cold Brew Coffee

Trader Joe’s New Versus Old Enchilada Sauce

Trader Joe’s Pumpkinpalooza Round 2!

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

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

We Tried Trader Joe’s Vegan Soup Dumplings

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

We Tried Trader Joe’s Strawberries & Creme Pancake and Waffle Mix

2 Sensational New Summer Sippers at Trader Joe’s

What’s New at Trader Joe’s – May 16, 2024

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