NEW ITEM TRADER JOE'S TASTE TEST

[@johannagordon7439]

Katie- love your hair and make up in this video. Thanks again for shopping and trying everything for us!

[@cindynau8068]

Loyalty is so important. It is the foundation for a lasting marriage and a lasting friendship. Fun can be defined so many ways and I feel like if you are loyal to your spouse, family and friends, your relationship has to be honest!

[@lynnduke8700]

Fun-a good sense of humor and good attitude is everything to me

[@ginasinko]

The mocha latte pretzels are from Christmas. They were in a variety pack with several small bags. Trader Joe’s did a poll for brining one of the new flavors back. These won. I voted for them! So good!

[@erikamariemata2001]

Those noodles 🍜! I added a couple things and I made a spicy peanut recipe.

[@TexasGirl1633]

I am behind in your videos but managed to catch this one! I hope Tim is enjoying his new job!!

[@aimeeparrott9204]

I bought the noodles, pretzels, and spritzy something today, and I can't wait to try them. I think I would pick honesty, but they're all important. The most attractive quality to me is kindness. Nothing makes me want to know somebody more than that.

[@kaseyenloe9086]

You’re exactly right about the sparkling drink. It even says on the can about it being a mocktail

[@irener1111]

Honesty, if I can’t trust you I can’t have fun with you. Honesty and loyalty go hand in hand for me. A loyal person won’t lie to you.

[@lucillecarnevaletourville8014]

Honesty is a must for me!

[@maureengunn7952]

Honesty and loyalty go hand in hand !! Fun is very important!!

[@belgiumgirl8970]

I’m literally obsessed with the chocolate gummy’s. I’ve already bought three packs. I also can’t get enough of the egg white turkey bites with unexpected cheddar- my favorite for breakfast!

[@mariad1018]

Always love watching you guys every week just love to hear your thoughts on the new items. Love your top too Katie where’d you get it??

[@KatieHespe]

Thank you! My top is from Zara.

[@SHP900]

Hi Katie and Tim, i so enjoy how you Katie get so giggly when you love the taste of a item. Thank you both for your honest reviews. Until the next time.

[@nancydejesus8543]

I WILL have to go with Honesty,loyalty and than we could have fun I've been married for 38 years and we are still having fun. That is very important. Love watching how much you two love each other. 😊

[@denisearonow4921]

Honesty. Having lived a long time I realize more often than not if someone is dishonest it is because they first are not honest with themselves. That's where it starts. It is essential to be honest (for me). That was easy.

[@KatieHespe]

So very true!

[@maremacd]

Your discussion about different people judging heat level differently made me laugh. My brother always said my dad could burn his tongue on a cherry popsicle.😂

[@jenniferwillis2611]

😂😂😂

[@KatieHespe]

😂😂😂

[@TheTerakitty]

Yup! My parents are weaklings 😂too when it comes to spice. I don’t understand ppl like that! For me, the spicier the better!

[@sandys6379]

Excited to try the ranch cashews, I would go with honesty #1!

[@jenniferweaver982]

Honesty is #1, but I also want someone who makes me laugh!

[@CanineConsistency]

I haven’t finished the video yet! Love them all! Those ramen noodles sounded so amazing until I read their ingredients. :( I wish Trader Joe’s would step it up and clean up a lot of their ingredients. I know you get what I’m saying! ❤

[@KatieHespe]

Totally agree with you!

[@debbiecanada8204]

Most definitely for me would be honesty because if I don't have that I could never trust anyone ! Amazing taste test Katie & Tim ! Thank You for sharing your video with us ✨🙏✨

[@sharondamanns2010]

I think those waffles would be good toasted with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top and some drizzled caramel on top maybe some strawberries on top as well sounds delicious

[@KatieHespe]

Yes so much yes!

[@CG-cf8rg]

Maybe Nutella and strawberry or banana…can’t wait to pick up! Thanks for the review!

[@poketographyyy]

Convenience can never be understated--let the haters hate! Yes, people can make things at home but time is also money especially in today's busy environment. TJ's gives us a lot of affordable and diverse options and you can even use some of their packaged meals as a compliment to a fuller meal, too. Semi-homemade, as they say. And I'm glad that you guys enjoyed the spicy noodles--they're my new favorite product for this month so far! They're so good, much better than the regular squiggly noodles. And yes, definitely the spice doesn't detract at all from the deeper flavors. For the Everything But the Kitchen Sink Cookies, I wonder how sprinkling broken bits of the Mocha Latte Pretzels over the top after the cookies were baked would help add more to the crunch and saltiness profile. I feel like that would go over very well! And the Mocha Latte Pretzels are actually a completely new flavor. In February 2024, TJ's asked their fans to choose the next chocolate-flavored pretzel and that was the flavor that won! Thanks as always for an amazing and in-depth taste test. It brightened my day!

[@KatieHespe]

Thanks for the info and great idea on the Mocha Latte pretzels. Yum!

[@Novemberbaby333]

In my female friendships it is definitely FUN. We are in our 70's & it's all about laughing & having fun.

[@sandragreenberg6010]

At 70, and finding the love of my life at 69, FUN is #1! He makes me laugh sooo hard every single day without even trying! We’re also highly politically aligned which is SO important for both of us! He loved those waffles toasted with a little dab of butter! Thought the nuts, pretzels and eggs were all meh. For me, the eggs were dry and I won’t be repurchasing. The other eggs are better. Thanks guys!

[@susansimpson5857]

I just finished eating the egg bites😊 I liked them a lot. I don't have a micro at home, so I put them in the oven. They were like quiche without the crust.

[@sr9802]

I am a cookie person too! I loved those where’s the beef commercials! Thanks for the taste test! Definitely honesty across the board!

[@carolm6952]

Happy Saturday Katie and Tim! Adorable shirt Katie. I love it. So pretty. Cookies look yummy! So do the waffles! I must try the Ranch Cashews. Have a good rest of your weekend. I would say honesty is number one. All three all are key to successful relationships. In long term relationships you need all three. Honesty, loyalty and fun.

[@m.c.p.2066]

The liege waffles def need to be warmed up

[@danapride]

I agree with Katie that honesty is very important. I’m also a very honest person, and when someone is not honest with me, I tend to lose respect for them. Therefore, I feel like I can’t trust them.

[@jenniferwellman5311]

Complete and total honesty. Once that is broken, there is no trusting again.

[@KatieHespe]

Yes!

[@sonjacroft3016]

Honesty, #1, hands down!! 😊 Great taste test!! Thanks!!!

[@debbuller1492]

Honesty is #1 then loyalty

[@Allieppr]

Those waffles were taste test items at the tjs by me today. Delicious! But really the sample size was all I would be able to manage. Super sweet!

[@lillipad1313]

Loyalty is my number 1. Every relationship has ups and downs but I think if you can be loyal during those times that’s what makes the relationship last. This might be a cheat answer but I also believe those who are loyal won’t be dishonest, at least I hope not. Your videos are a perfect example. You’re both loyal Trader Joe’s customers but give your honest review every week and that’s why I am a loyal subscriber!

[@adoptingjoseph]

I need to get that cookie mix. I usually do everything from scratch but I have my lazy days.

[@radtech71]

Great haul!! I tried a couple right along with you lol. Love the cashews-so good! I would have to say honesty is #1 for me. Without that, you can't have a true relationship!

[@kristinmarie331]

Honesty and loyalty go hand in hand for me. If u aren't loyal u aren't going to be honest. Fun has to go in there no matter what. Life is stressful, and u have to be able to have fun in life. But loyalty and honesty are my top 2 without a doubt.

[@lisatowan4536]

Those pretzels are so good. My mom isn't a huge pretzel person, but she loved them. Your question is so tough. I think that I agree that honesty is number one for me. I think that if you have honesty, then you know a bit better where you stand on the loyalty front, as they will be honest when asked about their loyalty. I'm fortunate to have several close friendships that are strong in all three areas. With an acquaintance or a slightly less close friend, I think that I can often work with any of the three qualities, as long as I know which they possess and which they lack and can interact with them appropriately. I have acquaintances that I can have fun with, but I may not share my secrets with them, etc.

[@dsmith6601]

Yes, they did have a mocha latte and a kit at Christmas time with other flavors

[@karenm449]

Honesty for sure

[@carmelcornr1715]

Honesty! Love Tim's shirt, where did he get it? Also, curious how you level yourselves; Katie, do you sit on a phone book? lol

[@KatieHespe]

Hahaha no I don’t sit in anything. Tim hunches over a bit but he is taller in his legs than torso. Tim’s shirt was gifted from his mom for his birthday. She usually shops at the Rack so that’s my best guess.

[@raggedybaby]

Egg bites-7 to 8 minutes in the air fryer....thank me later 😊

[@kristinmarie331]

For someone who won't use the microwave unless absolutely necessary I love this idea. Thank u!!!! I was going to put in oven.

[@marleneroberts2257]

I think honesty in all relationships!

[@booklover555]

Honesty is number one!!

[@denisemalone7149]

Don’t know if I missed it on your channel, but my TJ’s has vegetarian frozen meatballs. I thought they were pretty good! I asked for them in the past and they didn’t have them which makes me think they’re relatively new.

[@bonnielemmon8493]

I’m definitely buying a few packages of the spicy noodles. This was such a great taste test. I agree with Katie, honesty is so important. I always thought if you were honest, loyalty and fun would be quick to follow. Have a fantastic weekend

[@karenwhite7023]

Loyalty

[@TheTerakitty]

Watching for the second time- were the ‘spicy’ noodles 🍜 overly garlicky?? Tia!

[@pennylane428]

If you air fry the liege waffles the pearl sugar flavor becomes more pronounced and delicious.

[@KatieHespe]

Thank you! I will try that for sure.

[@TheTerakitty]

I’ll always pick Loyalty! But honesty is a close second!

[@auntiedramey3855]

For 48 years, my husband has it all!!!!!😜

[@irener1111]

The waffles are better toasted not crispy but the warmth is key. They are served with Nutella in Belgium . Lee age

[@barbaraforbes1836]

Loyalty. A person can be honest (truthful) but still be hurtful but a loyal person would never do anything to jeopardize the relationship so they will be the ones that will not talk behind your back, hold their tongue when they know something will be hurtful, and accept you as you are.

[@lauriedettelback1179]

I really like those latte pretzels as well! The coffee flavor is very pronounced, but they still taste amazing and are hard to put down.

[@theresabetancourt4586]

Costco sells those waffles. I think they’re called the Belgium waffles there’s 12 of them in a plastic container for 10.99 , I think costcos looks bigger and they do have the pearl sugar in them. My grandkids go crazy over them probably because they’re high in sugar 😂 I’ve been buying those in the south Florida stores for years 😃

[@cflores9275]

The waffles are best warmed up. Toasted is my fave.

[@sherylc461]

Honesty. The squiggly noodles are great for a quick lunch or dinner. Sometimes I mix my own sauce instead of using the sauce packet. I always add a protein like chicken, tofu, etc and a vegetable like bok choy, broccoli and sometimes an egg on top to make it a more balanced meal. It's great for when you don't know what to make for dinner but have random things you can add to the noodles to make it a filling meal.

[@jennifercaires3771]

I agree the cashews are dangerously good! I hope they keep them year round!

[@jessicaliflower]

Same! They’re *ridiculously* delicious and so hard to stop eating

[@candifeinberg3222]

The caramel coffe almonds are delicious too

[@sbloome77]

Mules have ginger beer as an ingredient usually

[@catmama54]

I want those noodles.I love the easy meals at Trader Joes. Since losing my husband I don't care much for cooking these days.They have such good frozen meals and prepared meals. Just wish I lived closer as I used to in FT Ld.

[@aimeeparrott9204]

I'm so sorry for your loss. I lost my hysband in 2012 and a lot of things were hard, including cooking. It will get easier. ❤

[@catmama54]

@@aimeeparrott9204 thank you so very much and I’m sorry that you lost your husband too. I lost my husband last May and I’m just having a hard time adjusting. I appreciate your kind words.

[@aimeeparrott9204]

@@catmama54 May... oh, that's still such a new loss. Be gentle with yourself.

[@catmama54]

@@aimeeparrott9204 it was May 2023. My year started off with January 9. I had to put down my 18-year-old cat who was like my child and my husband was too ill to go with me to do that. Then four months later I lost my husband then two months later I had to sell our house because I couldn’t stay in Florida on my own. I had no family there so I’ve lost everything in one year and now I’m in an apartment in North Carolina near my sister and her family.I’m surviving but I miss all that I lost. Thank you so much though. I really appreciate your kindness. It’s very hard. My husband and I were together for over 40 years so being alone is difficult.

[@aimeeparrott9204]

@catmama54 40 years... wow. That's a long time, and yes, 2023 still means it's new. That's so hard that you lost your kitty, too. Thanks for your kindness, too. ❤️

[@kt4ever02]

Thats that me its espresso~~~

[@jennastewart7473]

Question about your haul and your tasted items: do you buy more, knowing that you are opening and partially eating the new items? Also, what do you do with the leftovers of what you open and taste, that cannot be reclosed, to not waste them?

[@KatieHespe]

I don’t buy more of any new item unless it’s something I know I’ll like and use. As for the things we open we eat a lot of the new things before they go bad. Anything else we share with all our neighbors. They are used to taking things that are opened because they know we have a KZbin channel.

[@jennastewart7473]

Thanks for the quick response and for continuing to entertain with your commentary (and your adorable son.)​@KatieHespe

[@HelloMellowGlow]

Of those three qualities, I look for honesty in relationships!

[@irener1111]

There used to be a sweet by a Barnard call Joya and they were jelly rings. Chocolate covered jell type candy. They were delish and the milk chocolate gummy’s reminded me of those. Kind of soft, mildly fruity, not too sweet. I was so excited until I checked the ingredients. I need to learn to do that first.

[@Melinda-do6bc]

Honesty is first

[@marjoried.9277]

Honesty ( trust) I always say you build up trust 1 brick at a time, but if you break that trust the entire wall that you have built comes down not just one brick

[@lisafriend5535]

Thank you

[@kristinaferguson470]

I have a friend that's all 3 of those things. But for relationship wise, I would like honesty and loyalty if possible.

[@kathyberman3118]

Honesty 💯

[@DeAnn_Davies_1227]

I want those noodles!!! I can’t eat wheat. Such a bummer! Like you, Katie, there are so many products at TJ’s that have wheat. I don’t get why they use wheat in rice dishes. Pork gelatin in gummy bears sounds a bit gross. lol! Honesty is my most important requirement. One’s integrity is based on it.

[@MsK_1111]

I can’t wait to try the noodles! 😋

[@1DJSkittles]

I would love to try the tequila but trader Joe's in New York City does not sell tequila. I used to be able to but when they got rid of their wine and liquor store I now can't get it.

[@ChristineKaaup]

When my husband was here, we loved each very much and we were very honest with each other and with our three children and my hubands ashed will in favorite place in ocean if the Islands of Hawai'i and dive in that area for his celebration of with my O'hana

[@katieh2966]

Katie super cute shirt today! Love your show :)

[@dsmith6601]

Katie, where did you stay in New York City. Did you go to any interesting restaurants. I live 20 minutes away and I’m always looking for good recommendations.

[@KatieHespe]

We stayed at the intercontinental. We were only there one full day so we didn’t have much time. We barely ate while we there lol. We did get John’s pizza which was really good!

[@candifeinberg3222]

Honesty

[@katymcgee4254]

I love the Mother Earth beers, I neeeeeed to find the peach. Will be hard to beat the vanilla for me though.

[@pameladepaul1073]

I really hope they have the peach beer in Los Angeles stores!

[@lose999]

It's easier to have fun and be loyal to an honest person. Truth and honesty must be characteristics for a healthy relationship.

[@KatieHespe]

Couldn’t agree more!

[@prycerprycer7872]

That's how they make waffles in Belgium.

[@jenniferwillis2611]

Honesty will always be number one for me, as you know i speak a lot on my trauma. To have the ultimate betrayal you dont come back from that and it effects every aspect of your life whether it be future romantic or friendships. Its very hard to trust or even have faith in yourself to recognize the real thing because you question everything. To have loyalty broken feels the same way. I dont want anyone to feel what ive gone through and try and come back from. It messes with your entire soul. On a lighter note those pretzels will be in my next run🤣🤣

[@KatieHespe]

I really appreciate you being vulnerable in the comments. I’m sure so many can relate. ❤️

[@jenniferwillis2611]

@@KatieHespe I want to educate so much about narcissistic marriage abuse. There are so many aspects of it that aren't shared or spoken about. Thank you for having me feel like I have a safe space with all of you ❤️❤️😢😢

[@candifeinberg3222]

Those waffles would be so much better toasted

[@bethdrake2104]

All three

[@yvettewhite828]

I think fun is just as important in a relationship. Let’s have fun

[@DeniseLakey]

Since you guys like cookies. You should try and do a crumbl cookie review if you have one near you. I’m in California so they’re everywhere.

[@rachelsweets]

I want to try them. The line is always long lol.

[@pennylane428]

Crumble is a Utah born cookie franchise and I think they’re so terribly sweet and massive! I think people are getting burnt out on them in Utah, they basically all start to taste the same.

[@DeniseLakey]

@@pennylane428 it doesn’t hurt to try them. Not saying have them every week. But it doesn’t hurt to try them if someone has never had them.

[@DeniseLakey]

@@rachelsweets it’s always busy. But some are good and some are just ok, it just depends on what you like.

[@KatieHespe]

We have done a couple crumbl cookie reviews but on my IG. I’ve never done it on KZbin. Tim won’t eat them anymore because he got food poisoning from them once 😅

[@MarieK-t1r]

Nice video! What happened to Kate and Sue? I really enjoyed it.

[@karenmar1529]

Great items to review. I'm excited by all except maybe the egg bites just because not a fan of egg whites 😂 Tricky question, all are so important but if I had to pick one it would be loyalty. I'm at the age now where I would rather him lie to me (harmless lies) 😂 than cheat because that would crush me and we would have nothing at that point.

[@SASDD-ht9rp]

Loyalty, honesty and fun can not happen with compromise…..so I’m going to deviate from the norm and throw that one out there…..

[@JulyMoon82]

Those noodles look good. I bet adding some bok choy and fresh garlic would put it over the top. I love a good mocktail, that sparkling drink sounds very good.

[@kristenahubbard3338]

With Siracha tofu

[@ehynes9236]

Ooh good idea to add some Bok Choy or some other lightly stir fry veg to the noodles! I haven’t seen Bok choy either at TJ or Kroger so far this year. I have an Asian inspired soup recipe I’ve been wanting to make where Bok choy is one the main ingredients

[@JulyMoon82]

​@@ehynes9236 check with your local Asian markets if you have any in your area. I find they usually have it on hand no matter where I live.

[@kaseyenloe9086]

I think it’s a given when someone is loyal to you that means they’re honest. You can’t be loyal and lie. Just my opinion.

[@judywells7801]

I want a cookie🍪

[@RWCLtd3]

The noodles are my favorite. I haven't tried the spicy ones yet. I sometimes reserve the sauce packets to use on rice or kimbap or veggies and they are so good! I noticed you didn't show the gum drop grapes that we got in our store. They are expensive but so worth it. ($8.99/lb) I bought 3 bags of the gummy bears. They are the freshest tasting I've ever had. I usually but them in a candy store, but these are so much better. I had more than one flavor gummy. I had one that looked yellow and one that looked red. There may be more, but I just wanted them in my mouth already. How was NY? Were you able to go to any Broadway shows? Did you see any sights? We get such a bad rap, but it really is a great place. I think honesty is the most important. If you can't speak honestly to your spouse and friends, it's not a relationship worth having. I had a girl's trip with my bestie and she said something that hurt me to the core. It took me about a month before I could process it, but when I had finally thought about the right words to say, she was very receptive, and our long friendship got even better. And I wouldn't be with my hubby for 41 years without honesty.

[@KatieHespe]

NY was amazing! I really love going there. We only had one full day there so not much we could do. I did take a nice walk through Central Park and shopped on 5th. It was a fast trip but amazing! Love what you said about Honesty as well. I agree with everything you said.

[@lorettacali10370]

Loyalty bc if they are my friend, I'd only be with an honest person already.

[@journey265]

karey love your vids but love mbotj of your opinions. i'm def. more in line wirh your husband

[@candifeinberg3222]

Ranch is not for me

[@loreeambur8474]

So glad Tim is there to do all the heavy lifting…meaning the TASTING TEST of it all. Kate… I appreciate that you are vegan but you can’t participate in testing much of anything.

[@MsSpike5]

Katie is a vegetarian. I've been watching their videos for some time now. I really don't feel that the taste tests are "off balance" because of the fact that Katie doesn't eat meat. There may be some times where Tim may be taste testing a few more products than usual; however, it doesn't happen often enough to be noticeable. Also, even though Katie may not eat the meat item, she will participate by asking Tim questions, eg, the spice level, etc. and offering suggestions, eg, pairings, etc.

[@elissaclark1975]

I'm excited for the cookies. I have my list together. As a friend I look for honesty someone I can trust and have those moments to share . Hugs friend Elissa modesto cali @elissa_tc

[@reginagillis7201]

I love dark chocolate pretzels. 🥨 I have to try it.

[@jordanvincent5476]

Honesty