Trader Joe's Frozen Food Review - What to Buy & Avoid!

[@obichocomeu]

Was I the only one who was anxious , afraid for them to get caught?

[@ashleylala4293]

Yeah, it’s pretty awkward

[@gailcaplan7015]

Love this video

[@michellebz]

😂😂😂😅

[@stacylamb5607]

I am so addicted to learning about what the best foods at local food stores. Unfortunately some people don't care. If the FDA put higher standards on what is allowed in food, our nation would be healthier.

[@BobbyParrish]

I wanna do a video about how messed up the FDA and food pyramid it!

[@MadisonFalcoFoods]

FlavCity with Bobby Parrish definitely do it :)

[@adangomez3541]

And the healthcare mafia would hurt financially

[@XSilvenX]

I think you're looking at it the wrong way. Customers should KNOW BETTER and avoid the foods that are bad for us, thus forcing food producers to produce quality food via higher standards. There is no need to use a government institution as our babysitter, especially considering how prone to corruption any entity becomes with such regulating power. Don't forget that an educated populace is what generated demand for new brands that actually paid attention to health and ingredients.

[@ashleylala4293]

None of our regulatory agencies are doing their jobs anymore. They are fully owned and controlled by the very corporations they were supposed to regulate. Funny how that happened and even funnier how no one gives a crap. That’s why there have been vaccines that were literally contaminated with broken glass. They have zero liability, why would they bother making them safe? And in the case of contamination, they don’t bother to pull product or notify the patients that received the contaminated batches. It’s a sad state of affairs, the greed has completely taken over the country.

[@mathfaster]

Credit to Trader Joe's when in 2008 they stopped selling single ingredient food from China. Lot of contaminated food from China was being recalled back then.

[@lindaweaver6801]

I would find it really helpful if you would list the Bobby Approved products below your video.

[@AznCAAngel]

+1 i agree!!

[@nancyforys]

Agreed!

[@StandardDeathRate]

If he did that, why would anyone watch???

[@sunrae7680]

@@StandardDeathRate Yep !

[@jackiem1682]

@@StandardDeathRate for the details. But nobody wants to have to re-watch he whole thing to find what they are looking for.

[@enc897]

Trader Joes has been around for 40 years here in CA. I've got some inside scoop..... 75% of their products are made by natural and organic companies from the natural foods industry; ie: Amy's Kitchen frozen foods, Annies Mac n Cheese, Tofuti, Barbara's Bakery makes most of their crackers, etc......TJs slaps their cute labels on those products. You can find most of the exact items in WFMs and at natural/gourmet markets at a much higher price.

[@sunrae7680]

Thank you. Good info.

[@silvia0224]

As Brazilian who grew up eating açaí, I’ve found TJ’s has one of the best frozen açaí around very tasteful. Thank you guys. Great video as always. 😉

[@sisterluke]

I don’t know how employees don’t notice you, at my local Trader Joe’s, there’s at least 1 or 2 employees restocking in each aisle

[@cherbearzz]

Patricia Griffith have you watched the video? There are plenty he says to avoid as well.

[@jasnacolic6051]

​@Patricia Griffith Silly to say that as Bobby literally shut down most of the products in this video...so much for pushing their brands

[@agonicole]

Not super early or at lunch time

[@britanycash]

I usually go around 9 and it’s pretty empty... sooo nice!

[@wade4747]

Hahaha i love how when you see an employee coming your code word is “Waldo” 😂

[@EvaOstrava]

That guy with the baby 😂😂😂

[@grillgirl690]

Lol. I saw that too. 1:34

[@jrsanchez2049]

I honestly thought it was a fake baby, till it started to move lol

[@jessicaqu]

He was carrying the baby like a bag of rice 😂

[@cherbearzz]

Jessica Qu 😂😂

[@perrywalton2464]

@@jessicaqu 🤣😂😅

[@PublikSerpnt]

Guy walking around like he just pulled that baby outta freezer and carrying it like a pizza to his cart 😂

[@lorisnyder89]

That's a red flag to me. Are we sure he didn't just kidnap that baby??

[@SpiralBreeze]

I must be the only one who doesn’t like the orange chicken. It’s not good. Only tried it once ages ago. A tip for the gnocchi, bake them. They come out way better baked.

[@dianne8340]

Thanks, I will try baking them.

[@lovelemons4125]

I don't like the orange chicken either....too sweet

[@wsue1038]

Gnocchi have always seemed too heavy for me

[@aync1421]

Its been a long while since I bought this item but thought I might share what I did with it: cook chicken enough to really crisp it to hold up to sauce. Then add a bit of leftover cooked chicken ( not breaded ) to stretch the sauce thus its not overly sweet. Toss in some frozen sliced bell peppers ( also from Trader Joes, and frozen broccoli if desired . Pineapple works well in lieu of added veg ). Finally I would add either cashews or sprinkle sesame seeds over top before serving.

[@annenyman678]

Spiral Breeze I didn’t think the orange chicken was so great either.

[@msmreviews8408]

These are sooooo helpful. Thank you for all your hardwork. Priceless ending!!! Now another crazy idea: what if you would tell us what you would buy if you had to do all your grocery shopping at traders Joe for like a week?

[@enchantress7]

Yeah because I pretty much only shop at Trader Joe's and I buy a few things at a store called Sprouts. But I'm about 90% Trader Joe's.

[@kathleenkarsten5739]

Great idea!

[@BobbyParrish]

good idea!

[@leesvaron]

Bobby would you consider doing a show at The Dollar Tree or or other low cost stores to help people who want to eat healthy but have little $. Thanks

[@ashleylala4293]

Costco actually has good deals on organic produce, but it’s not practical to buy in bulk if you live alone. If you have time, gardening is a great way to grow your own stuff on the cheap.

[@rach8759]

Dollar tree doesn’t have anything health to eat. Trader Joe’s is a lot cheaper than wholefoods.

[@janettegonzalez2976]

He does an Food Stamp Aldis video that is really good.

[@zoelynch1062]

You cannot get healthy food at DT

[@wordup9300]

Ashley Lala don't eat food from the dollar tree..... i went to trader joe's for the first time last week and found their prices to be surprisingly cheap! i didn't spend more than $2.99 for an item except meat

[@catspaw3092]

I've started making my own ice cream ingredients are pretty simple heavy cream, condensed milk, vanilla extract & whatever flavors you want.

[@mOnika-pt6vk]

I'm so lazy that I just freeze sliced banana or strawberries and snack on them. It's not ice cream but the bananas are sweet and frozen.

[@catspaw3092]

@@mOnika-pt6vk Whatever floats your boat 😀

[@creativecheftamara]

Every since I started watching your channel, I find myself looking at the ingredients list of stuff I buy while I'm in the grocery store and I think what I'm eating! But I still get confused about what to buy and what's still okay to eat.

[@byDsign]

Keep watching and keep learning. The more you hear the information, it starts to stick. Good luck!

[@evaramirez910]

Same. I feel a lot better

[@BobbyParrish]

love to hear that..but its tough!! even I mess up some times ;)

[@Grabfma040508]

It would be easier if there was a list of Flav- approved food at all the stores they review . Always good advice !

[@DonyaLane]

Tamara, since you posted your comment, I believe the Bobby Approved eBook shopping guide has been released. It also has automatic updates. www.amazon.com/Bobby-Approved-Ultimate-Shopping-Grocery-ebook/dp/B07Y8RSFBQ/ref=pd_sim_351_1/131-9088979-8504019?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07Y8RSFBQ&pd_rd_r=52ba0ff7-e20c-434d-995c-c274e4189a1e&pd_rd_w=l7U6r&pd_rd_wg=vDdef&pf_rd_p=04d27813-a1f2-4e7b-a32b-b5ab374ce3f9&pf_rd_r=3D7J27EQ8DQ19NRBD2RR&psc=1&refRID=3D7J27EQ8DQ19NRBD2RR

[@elizabethhealy4544]

I love you for what you have done to educate my family! I have 3 kids and a single mom and I have always read the labels even if I couldn't afford to buy the food. My kids never ate anything artificial, food coloring or bad oils. I send them all your blogs. But having you generously evaluate and EAT the fast food chains is genious! I am your biggest fan and can't thank you enough. You are amazing in every way.

[@mjimenez1261]

I have learned so much about ingredients that I rather cook fresh things at home labels drive be crazy!!! Thanks for what you do I appreciate you guys!

[@cosmos_crimsonstone]

He's a scam I'm sorry he tells u stuff that isn't true at all

[@JumpingJacStudios]

I actually prefer the b roll style of filming!

[@BobbyParrish]

tired of seeing my face!? ;)

[@jessicaqu]

Same! I’m a visual learner, and it’s much easier for me process what Bobby says by looking at the products and labels themselves instead of being distracted by his handsome face 😉

[@lilmerm8693]

FlavCity with Bobby Parrish please be careful! My TJ’s here in SoCal has a posted sign, “no cameras or recording.” I LOVE your videos but would hate to see u get seriously reprimanded 😅

[@TaylorWoods]

Jumping Jac Studios it makes it so engaging!

[@LopsidedCircle]

Bobby, I really like the b roll style of filming. I like being able to read about the ingredients while you’re talking about it. Can I please suggest that you make a list of the products you discuss in the description box please !!!

[@jamieohjamie]

"They have no outside products." Nah dude it's just repackaged other brands. The Whisqey is Evan Walker. The bread is Orowheat. Source: Used to work there and used MyFitnessPal to scan various items when they'd show up new. The UPCs always ran as different name brand products.

[@jayerscios]

It's true. They make deals with makers to repackage it under their own label. The makers love the volume of products they can push. That's how they keep the prices down. In fact, that's how they grew their brand - "Trader". I found out long ago when they changed out my fav dark chocolate bar for their label.

[@traderjoesgirleatinghealth5012]

We do definitely rebrand other products but there are in fact plenty of products made exclusively for Trader Joe’s.

[@bravergirl]

Yes, Trader Joe’s is very upfront about this. You can listen to their podcast and they talk about it. That’s why their prices are so much better than Whole Foods

[@LoyaFrostwind]

It's all private label, but made by other companies. It's hit and miss, but most of their cookies and snacks are awesome!

[@advocacynaccountablity]

Patricia Griffith _ Most retailers partner with private label suppliers because those suppliers often have decades of experience making specific products. This is a good thing.

[@kate10662]

I'm confused by people who are anti-gmo. Essentially every plant in a grocery store was bred to have the characteristics it has. Genetic engineering is just a more efficient process to get at the same outcome.

[@AllisonTamayo]

^^This!!

[@christinebarone2829]

I'm not sure if people know this but Guar Gum, Used in so many foods Deactivates Metformin. The most commonly prescribed diabetes medication. They sneak this into everything from sugar free gum, ketchup & several of the items in this video. The crazy thing is that Benifiber IS Guar Gum. The label at the store does not say that is what it is. On the packet used in the nursing home that I worked at as a charge nurse, says that it is 100% guar gum. My doctor suggested I use this as a fiber supplement and wanted me to take metformin. The doctor didn't know...

[@kerrycec03]

Love! Happy to see a lot of my TJ staples are Bobby approved. I'm a die-hard Aldi & Trader Joes shopper and I greatly appreciate you making these videos. You've gotten me reading labels more and more for my family!! Signed a WW member not Keto but either way into clean eating!!

[@HerseyChris]

Love these videos. Always watch a few before I head off to TJ's, WF's, etc. One thing I would note is that I'm always looking at the Protein/Carb/Fat ratio, and between that and what is "clean" according to Bobby, it feels like I can't buy anything. Sometimes ignorance is bliss.

[@sosweetsike]

I can not even lie, I am obsessed with these videos that y'all take risks of getting kicked out for. I love when you and Art are in the grocery store. But I would still appreciate pictures and talk overs too. I'll take whatever. Didn't know that about yeast extract, thanks!

[@Christina.Marie.Reviews]

Yes, you guys didn't get kicked out! Actually I think it would be hilarious to see or hear when a store does kick you out 😂. Oh plus doing shots of the B-roll I enjoyed.

[@dogtrainer4645]

I've seen/heard it on several Trader Joe's videos. 😂

[@jillievanilli1767]

Don't forget the frozen Pain au Chocolate (chocolate croissants)

[@sprinx99]

TJ's always has too many employees around constantly, even as a regular shopper I get annoyed.

[@sabrina9333]

I have no idea how Bobby pulled it off, there's at least four or five in the frozen food section on any given day restocking constantly.🤦🏼‍♀️

[@vegahw]

I feel this! The store is already small by design and then you have the employees restocking and in your way. But they are lovely so there’s that.

[@dotposey7598]

I like that the workers are around. At my Trader Joe's, they are super nice and friendly.

[@buttonsbebe]

sprinx99 always nice and helpful at the 3 TJ’s in my area.

[@saraseelig6390]

@D B Same exact here in NYC

[@rashidashabazz7319]

THANK YOU, I just came upon YOU via your AMAZING Almond milk video a month ago and have been making MY OWN ever since ( after at least 15 years of buying Almond breeze and Silk). I was going to request a Trader Joe's video as it is one of MY favorite stores. WHOLE foods is a WHOLE FRAUD and Walmarts has horrendous employee practices. I stay away from TJs frozen food with exception of the peas, the acai, blueberries and strawberries. YOU are certainly an EARTH ANGEL 🙏💚😇

[@varianteagle]

Mono and di glycerides are not transfat - these are used by Trader Joe’s as emulsifiers. All the products that contain these are typically seen in the bottom half of ingredient list indicating they are used in less amount.

[@patriciafeuti1370]

We have one Trader Joe's in Rhode Island and I've never been to it. But because of you, oh my God when I go grocery shopping all I do is read labels!

[@kathy2933]

Yes! I’m from RI too & shop at our one & only TJ’s weekly. You should check it out sometime. Produce & fruit VERY reasonably priced! 😊

[@luvslugg]

Never get bored of your videos. Where's Waldo makes it even more exciting!! Love from the burbs!

[@stpierreorama]

I know this is an old video but that frozen NZ grass fed beef is an absolute buy. There is a chance it's grain finished but judging by the taste I highly doubt it. Most NZ cows are exclusively fed grass but some are indeed grain finished but there are no GMOs in new Zealand. NZ beef is better and higher quality than any grass fed/finished american beef I've tried

[@errorASMR]

whenever i find sunflower oil in a product, i die a little inside.

[@kikig.8267]

@@BobbyParrish OMG If this is a Taylor Swift reference, I will worship you even more forever and ever.

[@thuff1947]

Expeller pressed all the way!

[@WillRRoberts]

Thanks for being such a rebel and bringing us great content! This was really helpful! Thank you Bobby!!!

[@anonnymous595]

Love your videos, but it would be really helpful if you also included the sodium values. A lot of wonderful TJ's offerings we've had to put back because the sodium levels of some of them were off the charts.

[@lisaraney1841]

I’m really enjoying your videos and look forward to seeing them. I have learned so much! Great work not getting kicked out this time.

[@robinblack7501]

i don't know why stores have an issue with it and i mean it can make sales go up for products there and pretty sure most of them watch youtube and would like to know more info for their diets as well , there is so much junk out there making us sick etc , info is well needed , thank you for all you do

[@milkbath4798]

I just cut my own sweet potatoes and throw them in the air fryer, it is definitely the cheapest option and most healthy for me lol

[@mayrac6124]

same

[@heatherbrown9206]

I'm dying at the end, best ending!😂 Y'all make such a great team!

[@AkanshaGupta]

Fantastic video. Undercover video recording is not easy at Trader Joe’s. Their employees are always restocking.

[@Aisha11ish]

If we listen to everything bobby says we'll be broke and starving.

[@michaelreeney81]

Aisha12 But healthy

[@abrakadabrah3031]

You either have to be a rite aid pharmacy, Modena, Johnson and Johnson or other corporate CEO bitch!!! To afford...these products. This guy is making a killing on his videos and cook book...price is not an obstacle when it comes to food choices. Employees who work there get Minimum wage!!! Minimum!!! Who packs these stores the frenzied Asian... grab and plop into carts irregardless of price!

[@britanycash]

I always look out for you at TJ! Thanks for the info it makes it so much easier to shop here. TJ has a lot of no no’s but a lot of Bobby approved also. I’ve cut out so much sugar and natural flavors.

[@rosemaryhernandez7949]

You crack me up! I’m so glad you didn’t get kicked out. I’m always nervous for you. Thanks for all the great info, I learn so much from you. 👍😊

[@Ronniethegoblin]

So actually as someone who works at Trader Joe’s, actually none of the food as has added flavors, GMOs, MSG, nitrates, nitrites along with several other things.

[@DemigodNSX]

Modified Corn Starch = MSG. MSG has a few different names to try and trick you. Also the term "Natural Flavors" is also bad for you. It only needs one natural thing in it and they can add 15 other synthetic ingredients as it is not regulated by the FDA.

[@Ronniethegoblin]

Demigod msg is not modified corn starch.

[@DemigodNSX]

@@Ronniethegoblin There are over 40 food ingredients besides "monosodium glutamate" that contain processed free glutamic acid (MSG). Each, according to the FDA, must be called by its own, unique, "common or usual name." "Autolyzed yeast," "maltodextrin," “hydrolyzed pea protein,” "sodium caseinate" and "modified corn starch" are the common or usual names of some ingredients that contain MSG. Unlike the ingredient called "monosodium glutamate," they give the consumer no clue to the fact that there is MSG in the ingredient.

[@xsweetcrisx]

Karenna Gridley Trader Joe’s does have nitrates in some of the lunch meat products. Non GMO, no artificial colors or artificial flavors.

[@lizaw.7313]

Undercover brother doesn't mean what you think it does Bobby, bless your heart😉

[@TheRealestIdealist]

👀16:40 (Looks back at woman) - "Let me just take a peek at those GLUTES!!!!" 😂

[@janeenprotain1084]

That’s how you guys should do your blogs when you’re being pushed in the shopping cart and you could talk about the food that way so you don’t get kicked out. Thanks

[@mr.snicker-doodles7081]

I like Trader Joes but you gotta pick and choose..AND, I bought their Chicken once and it STUNK when I got home..I stay away from their meats...

[@dorothysue1]

Hi Bobby, I've been following you for awhile. I have changed all of my eating habits and now for the first time in ages, I don't have any more Belly Pain! Thank you for all your videos and hard work.

[@BobbyParrish]

love to hear that!

[@angiemayer3582]

Love how you call the employees Waldos lol

[@patty-cf7jj]

I love this video. I know so many people who assume anything sold at Trader Joe’s is healthy. I’ve never been a huge fan. I would read the labels and put it back most of the time. I shop there occasionally but I’m very careful and always read labels! I’m also way stricter than you. I don’t have canola oil, expeller pressed or not. That eliminates a lot!

[@lindapearson3411]

Trader Joe’s puts soy on their organic apples. It preserves the apples. I got really sick and had my doctor test it, sure enough. I just bought a variety of their raw nuts, and I started itching, which for me means soy. Don’t know how or why but my body says they do. Haven’t noticed it before!

[@gwynaethatwood-pettit2468]

Their Products from Italy are always the best!

[@traderjoesgirleatinghealth5012]

I agree with most of your opinions. However I will remind you that anything TJ’s sells with the Trader Joe’s label, is guaranteed to not have msg or artificial flavorings. So while yeast extract does typically mean that, it’s not 100% of the time and in this instance it definitely doesn’t

[@NatalieDavis]

I get excited every weekend knowing that ur gonna post a video!😁

[@MsLibby76]

"Enriched" is also another one to watch out for and it's in so many grocery items

[@tiffanyto1303]

I don't understand how anyone could dislike this video,I loved it!!!! Learning so much from you guys and you're fun! 😁

[@errorASMR]

don't forget the honorable mention of corn syrup in their ice cream, i'd definitely pass on that!

[@BobbyParrish]

good call

[@shellanon4212]

They're putting that in them ALL. HFCS. Is in evvverything now. Dam fda tryn to kill us

[@shellygurl86]

I don't buy anything until Bobby approved

[@BobbyParrish]

woo-hoo!

[@joy4beautyandhealth916]

Yay! Good job. Love your videos because you are helping me to make good choices whenever I go grocery shopping! Kudos to that!

[@ritafazzino43]

Joy4BeautyandHealth, me too, although it takes me twice as long to grocery shop now as I read every label. Shop the perimeter of the store, but still need to read labels.

[@kenweidemoyer2221]

If you are going to do pizza try using a pizza stone it makes a big difference.

[@perisndirangu1018]

I love your determination....way to go.

[@rekhauppal5622]

Very good information.. Being an Indian we don’t really eat any frozen foods.. But yes the Indian diet has a lot of Carbs from Lentils, beans, rice and Bread( Roti)😞😞😞

[@daisylavender5275]

Wait....I was immediately annoyed by the amount of steps you have to go up to get there.....bonk dem already!😂

[@marlene-rr2ih]

Love TJ's. They have some great foods that no other store has. PROBLEM: The one in my city periodically discontinues items, some of which I buy frequently.

[@advocacynaccountablity]

This makes me want to go out and shop at TJs immediately.

[@Horseycrazy4life]

I’m not seeing very much I would buy at TJ. All the cauliflower keto options are not truly keto so that’s a bummer. Thanks for making this informative video Bobby!

[@kendolynow]

wowww! thanks Bobby for giving us insightful info about the ingredients on TJ's foods. I'm a regular shopper there but trying to be mindful in what i'm buying. so these health tips were so well needed. :)

[@jamieohjamie]

6:46 I tried their Peanut Butter "Halo Top" and it was disgusting. I don't mind Halo Top or things that are lacking a bit in full flavor to be healthier, but it tasted barely like peanut butter. It basically has a strip of "peanut butter" in it, and the rest of the ice cream is legit flavorless with a horrible texture. I would absolutely pass on that product.

[@snackpack113]

Thanks for the informative videos as I prepare to start Keto. I bought your cookbook & the pictures with the recipes are wonderful! Now i am in search of a farmer who does 100% grass fed beef & chicken. I'm going to a farmers market this weekend to stock up on fresh caught from northern lake huron trout & salmon. Thanks you & Art for the shopping videos that keep me learning!! 😁

[@BobbyParrish]

you can defo find grassfed beef and pasture chicken!! ou wil love the book, thanks! Make sure to leave a amazon review ;)

[@snackpack113]

I will leave Amazon review right now, Thanks for reminder.:)

[@nonnon5580]

I was just wondering, instead of buying all these pre made meals. You should go to your local farmers market and introduce all the good items not just supermarkets.

[@homelifewithkayla]

You make it so easy to understand what's good and bad without over explaining. Thank you for sharing and helping us stay healthy!

[@zorymoreau5583]

There is a documentary on you tube about Norwegian farm salmon is the most toxic food in the world. Bobby please check it out...it is mind blowing

[@larsthornwald]

I made creamy garlic scallops with white wine and added your recommended risotto with the riced cauliflower and butternut squash and it was AMAZING!!!!! Total Yum! I've missed risotto and this was better than the real thing IMHO. Thank you!

[@bearforce187]

Wish we had Trader Joe's or their counterparts ALDI here in this part of Canada. Loved this video, especially Art pushing Bobby in the cart at the end.

[@ketochick8957]

I'm so disappointed with the cauli crusts in the store! I am going to try your recipe for the cauli crust this week! Thanks for the great review videos!

[@the_chi_introvert9971]

I know this may not be the best review to ask for, but can you do a review on candy, gum, mints, etc.? Thanks!

[@BobbyParrish]

good idea!

[@lindajohnson2149]

It's so refreshing to see somebody without their masks these days. You should be sharing these multi times over for boosting peoples mental health!

[@greenonion3420]

undercover with a microphone attached to your t-shirt ! hahahah nice !

[@FoxFaderWorld]

Im already fit, but it never hurts to get better. Thanks for what you do!!!!!!!!!! Dont stop!!

[@MadeintheUK987]

Your my go to guy when I want to buy something from Trader Joe’s, Costco or Whole Foods! Sometimes I’ve run out of ideas what to get, I’m tired of the regular things I always buy at these stores. Thanks for giving me new ideas 👍👍 Oh and can you do a sprouts review also... I go there a lot! 😜😜

[@ninalantin6699]

I just subscribed cos you’re so good at explaining about the ingredients. Thank you for this video.

[@swanlaughing]

very informative as usual! I think I prefer the b-roll because I can see the product better and I don't have to stress about you guys getting caught LOL!

[@patriciaburch6471]

I like that you go through the frozen pizza, rice, meals etc.

[@nm9857]

Disappointed that Trader Joe's used carageenan in the salmon burgers. I get digestive issues right away when I eat that. Thanks for the heads-up!

[@tormentedsoul7852]

My friends and I use to get kicked out of biker bars and Bobby and Art get kicked out of Trader Joes. Bobby is gangsta. There is no stopping him. I wonder if they recognize him when he comes in the store. Oh, no, there is Bobby again with his camera.

[@sandyr.garland2011]

This is the first video I've watched on your channel and I thought it was very informative and quite witty. Thank you for sticking your neck out to make such a well reviewed and honest video. New subscriber here :)

[@marierossler7325]

Can you or have you published a list of ingredients to avoid? Thanks

[@TokyoBlue587]

He has an e-book that lists grocery items and explains which ingredients to avoid

[@marierossler7325]

@@TokyoBlue587 thank you

[@wsue1038]

You seen together a few of your products at once so that you can go right from one to the other. What I do appreciate is then you go back and put them where they belong. Fingers crossed you won't get caught next time you go!

[@desertgirl5601]

Love your channel! You are my reference for EVERYTHING! Thank you Bobby!!!

[@e.g.m6598]

Hey FlavCity! WAY better TJs Shashuka: Been making the easy version for years. Its damn yummier, more authentic tasting and cheaper than the "starter kit" version. +The kit tastes weak and uses more packaging! -1/2 jar of Arabiatta Sauce. -2 eggs Heat skillet (add a little fine olive oil and fresh cloves of garlic if you care). Add sauce and cover with lid till its near bubbling hot. Drop-in raw eggs, spacing them apart to maximize surface area coverage. Cover and simmer until poached. Voila! The stuff they serve you in an iron skillet in Isreal and Yemen has amazing peppers, stewed forever before adding the eggs at the end. It takes longer than most dishes, sometimes 45+min to your table. The jar of Arabiatta sauce is a close 2nd! Fast, cheap and spicy enoughish! Eating alone and quickly, I could use less of the sauce, and stretch a jar to 3 or 4 meals of it, but the whole point is that there's enough sauce to poach the eggs in. Try a smaller, deeper skillet like a small sauce pan. :)

[@julieshelley9251]

Love your videos--thank you! Happy New Year from Philly!

[@crystalmoonASMR]

it’s all about the TJs mac and cheese 🤤

[@suzinazsuzinaz9445]

With the hatch chilies! So good!

[@Karatsukino]

I really do like these videos and I learn a lot from them. The only constructive criticism that I have is that out of respect for the other shoppers I'd blur them out. Unless you talk to each and every one them that passes by and ask for their permission, I feel like it's an invasion of privacy. For me personally I wouldn't be too happy to be recorded without my permission. Other than that like I said I really do enjoy your videos keep up the good work ☺️

[@dcw425]

🤭 my face after seeing non Bobby Approved products in this video that I’ve purchased and eaten. Really appreciate your videos and knowledge drops!

[@chineseslaves1971]

Try their frozen latkes. It’s something that’s too time consuming to make. I have those with apple sauce and sour cream. Very easy to prepare and good.

[@brinkerc1]

Every time I find something minimally processed I think “man I wish I could show Bobby this!!” Thank you for your videos!!! I love them!!

[@g.h.7661]

I don’t know if I’m cursed or if I’m just a rice snob, but the frozen rice from TJs (both brown and jasmine) has literally never worked for me. I follow the instructions, and have tried it in multiple microwaves to no avail whatsoever. I have plenty of experience making rice in the standard way. I admit im picky and like to do it carefully on the stove rather than using a rice cooker or heating up bags of Uncle Ben’s. I honestly have gone crazy as every review claims that it steams perfectly, is sticky and fluffy, etc. i have NEVER had it feel even the slightest bit tacky. It’s hard and watery and terrible. If I heat it longer, it turns into a soggy mess. What can I do? as a rice lover who would love a convenient way to heat up pre-frozen rice without ruining it, I want to be able to make this food and I need help!!

[@danromero]

Really useful video, thanks! Perfect For folks like me who are Joe’s newbies and get a little overwhelmed, definitely going to rewatch and write down all the recommendations.