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

Product Review

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

Beverages Product Review

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

Food News Product Review

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

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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 at Trader Joe’s – April 25, 2024

It's been a light week for what's new and returning at Trader Joe's. Let's take a look at what landed in stores this week. As spotted in the PNW. The dried pasta section at my store has been pretty slim pickins for the last few weeks. A supply issue/delay I'm sure, so I was…

ByMichelleApril 25, 20240Comments

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Bridgerton on a Budget with Trader Joe’s and World Market

Bridgerton Season 3, Part 1 Premieres May 16 Bridgerton x Williams Sonoma is one of my fave collabs for Bridgerton's Polin Season. From sparkling beverages to petit fours, picnic baskets and kitchen linens, it's the perfect thing for a season 3 celebration. But with prices clocking in at $15-20 for the boxed mixes and $21.95…

ByMichelleApril 22, 20240Comments

Product Review

It’s Lemon Season at Trader Joe’s

If you've been a Trader Joe's shopper for awhile, you know the store seasonally features a flavor across a bunch of products. We're deep in lemon season at the moment. The lemon mini sheet cake was an early season entrant and several products have returned over the last month. Let's look at the other…

ByMichelleApril 11, 20240Comments

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

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

What’s New at Trader Joe’s – April 25, 2024

Bridgerton on a Budget with Trader Joe’s and World Market

It’s Lemon Season at Trader Joe’s

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