REVIEWING EXCLUSIVE NEW TRADER JOE’S ITEMS

[@nexusSix_237]

I rarely like a KZbinr's significant other, I usually get annoyed by them and don't want to see them in the videos. BUT I love Tim! Lol he's pretty cool! 😎 Also he reminds me of a young Nick Cage!

[@KatieHespe]

Hahaha love this whole comment.

[@AdorkableArtist92]

I've been having terrible anxiety lately, and your channel is one of the ones that stops my anxiety in its tracks. Thank you for helping me and giving me ideas for fun things to try at Trader Joe's!

[@KatieHespe]

I’m right there with you, I have bad anxiety too. Really happy to hear that my videos help with that ❤️

[@lindyque]

AdorkableArtist92 ..... TOTALLY agree! Tim is AWESOME! They make an incredible KZbin duo 😘

[@SamElle]

I HAVENT BEEN TO TJ SINCE THE START OF CORONA BUT IM LIVING VICARIOUSLY THRU U

[@clarielkramer8745]

Pumpkin items as they come please! I can’t wait for one big haul! Thank you for being me and my besties Trader Joe’s goddess 😍

[@Ddreany]

I agree with AdorkableArtist92. I have been having anxiety with Covid19 and your videos are so pleasant and soothing. You guys are like the neighbors everybody wishes they had! Not to mention that you go to so much trouble cooking some of the products so we get the full experience. Also, thanks to Tim (he is my spirit animal - so to speak). He is not afraid to spit something out or say if he doesn't like something!! Plus I'm not a vegetarian, but Katie you bring balance and ideas for meals when I don't feel like eating meat! If it's not something that I would like, my daughter will eat it. She is the adventurous eater in our family, so is my grandson, and I've even got my husband to try new foods! You are so positive and upbeat! Keep doing what you're doing!

[@nerdyworkinmama9501]

The sauce was really nice on their cheese tortellini pasta (the shelf one). Served the cheese rolls on the side. So yummy!!!

[@Felici265]

Pumpkin items also please!! Love your channel! You are a huge tj’s enabler 😁

[@catmama54]

Oh my I do need the cheese bread and the sauce as that’s just right up my alley. You guys made me drool lol

[@paulapirpignani4802]

Thank you Tim and Katie💗💗

[@Versace71]

Me too lol

[@suepederson1012]

Fun to watch you two❤️👍love Tim’s expressions🤣

[@scentedbeauty]

I’m glad the Brazilian cheese bread is catching on in the USA. This is our staple haha! There’s definitely cheese.

[@rosebudmi]

The chocolate bar is divine. I thought I’d want to eat the entire package, but it was so satisfying that I was happy with just the first line of squares. And yes, it’s super creamy!

[@nancyjuliano9903]

Hi Katie, have my list ready for Trader Joe’s. Thanks for and ur husband taking the time to show us all the new items at TJ. If u didn’t do these hauls, I wouldn’t know what to buy.thanks💕👍🏻

[@laubak50]

I love your videos and especially the taste tests. You two guys are definitely made for each other, love watching you! Keep up the great work.

[@Policyperson]

Sumac ‘spice’ is the ground dried fruit of the sumac tastes like lemon. Grows in Middle East North Africa.

[@brittanycarney1101]

laura attis sumac is also a native tree in America. They use the fired up flowers from the tree.

[@Versace71]

I love sumac

[@EAMHawkeye]

I've never had tamales, but given your glowing reviews, I may have to give those new fresh ones a try--they look really good. 😋

[@shai260688]

Hi Katie, thanks for another great taste test! I recently learned that the term "gypped" originates from the word gypsy and was coined as a stereotype for the nomadic Roma people as swindlers. I used to say it all the time before I found out what it meant, just thought you might be interested to know in case you weren't aware.

[@thomassanfrancisco5850]

It was a movable feast from the cheese bread all the way through the strawberry beer and almond milk chocolate bar. Best of all was Tim was clearly enjoy it and had his lunch during it. Now I can ferret some of these new products for my own taste test.

[@KatieHespe]

Hahaha he was like, "I don't care if the camera is rolling. I'm gonna eat!"

[@Epicurious_Me]

You all are the cutest couple/family. At least 65% of my shopping is at TJ, so the content is a huge help...Keep it coming.

[@Versace71]

Sumac is a spice. We put it on sliced onions also we put it on shish kebab or chicken kebab so yummy

[@kathylundy3380]

Enjoyed this very much! Glad you had a well deserved vacation but really glad you’re back! You are both missed when you aren’t here each week.

[@shelleypicott3239]

Loved the taste test....and definitely that salad should have the chicken packaged separately because I would purchase but not if the chicken is in it. Those sticks....use it to stir your coffee or to serve with cocoa.

[@arthrodea]

I agree on the chicken in salad!!! I eat meat - I really don't like the chicken in literally EVERY salad at Trader Joe's. I usually pick it out because its pretty low quality and tasteless. I would rather them package it separately or even sell little bags of chicken (or other protein) separately to add to salads.

[@meowshin]

I love how Tim waits until Katie tries the foods before giving his reaction

[@leelou5273]

Katie, Yes please show the pumpkin/ all seasonal and new products as soon as they arrive! Also use the dressing from the salad that Tim tried on your own salad and let us know how you like the dressing.😊

[@Cinnamineral]

Love you! Thanks for coming back!

[@Kristian179]

those chocolate cracker stick things look exactly like Pocky

[@newindygurl]

Yes that’s what I was going to say. That they’re probably trying to make a version of pocky. I absolutely love pocky, especially the almond and green tea.

[@risim9341]

I watch your reviews so I can make my shopping list. It's been working like a charm. I go straight for the new stuff and follow up with the "old faithfuls"

[@MEmneina]

I’m in line at my local Trader Joe’s right now! This is keeping me occupied as I wait to get in. Can’t wait to grab some goodies. I’m going to grab the Mac n Cheese and facial cleanser!

[@wendyhorvath415]

Mariam S I read this so fast , I thought it said Mac n cheese facial cleanser 🤦‍♀️😂🤣😂🤣

[@MEmneina]

Wendy Horvath Lol!!!!!!! Just the THOUGHT of a Mac and cheese cleanser would break me out 😂

[@Versace71]

I love fresh fatoush made at home so yummy

[@lorettacali10370]

Really enjoyed your video as usual. We have a great wave in the Bay Area and tension at home ran a little high so I went for a late night walk. Your video kept me from being alone. Thanks ... you never know who you help.

[@lorijulian8368]

Totally agree with the meat in the premade salads. I eat chicken, turkey and fish but sometimes I want my salad to be the side dish, not the main attraction with the meat. You two are adorable! My closest TJ is about 1.25 hours south and I'm waaaaay overdue for a road trip to replenish my stock. Thanks again for another entertaining taste test guys!

[@66anf]

so excited to try the fresh tamales and cheese bread! 😊

[@emochina]

Omg when you didnt post I was worried something happened to you! 😅 I even sent u a message on IG to see if you were ok. Glad you had a vacation and posted as soon as u could.

[@KatieHespe]

Awe you are so sweet, all is well 😊

[@allieyates557]

I'm so glad you both liked the Abita Strawberry! It's my favorite seasonal beer

[@normavaldez9164]

By far the best taste test

[@muj4475]

Sumac is a Persian spice and has a slightly tart flavor. So glad Tim liked it! Love your taste test and haul videos and recipes as well :)

[@TheJanet4321]

Good one, but they all are : ) Thanks! I always look forward to these videos at the end of the week.

[@ababaigalit]

Sumac is a purple spice that has a lemony taste. Used a lot in Middle Eastern cuisine, it is delicious in salads, especially in Tabouleh.

[@Abcdlmnop-w4n]

You guys make everything look so good!

[@jennifers2555]

If you ever go to a Persian restaurant, I'm pretty sure that sumac is the red spice they usually have on the tables. Thanks for these videos, I look so forward to them!

[@florenceyoung1246]

Everything looks yummy! Thanks for doing these videos! I don't live close to my TJ's so it's nice to see what's new! Looking forward to the pumpkin items!

[@shalianaponte6598]

Another great haul & taste test from one of my favorite couples I've never met:)...enjoyed it immensely and look forward to seeing Autumn items (my vote is as they come so people have a chance to get them while still in stock)

[@a_ya_la]

Great taste test and the strawberry beer, I hope is GF. Want the giant chocolate bar looks delicious! Tim is always on point with the taste test

[@lauraaday3230]

I'm not a drinker but I wanna try that strawberry beer

[@barbaramastny1414]

Luv your tj hauls!!! And ur taste test you guys are so cute!!! ♥️🌯♥️

[@melindablunk613]

The spicy tomato sauce. I was actually surprised he didn’t dip it in that.

[@susanfoster3015]

Missed y’all last week! Love love your videos ☺️❤️😋

[@mrsljk1]

Tim might like that sushi sauce with shrimp! 🍤

[@KatieHespe]

Great idea!

[@lindyque]

Thank you! So much new stuff to try👍🏼❤️😃

[@janelevy3214]

OMG Katie so much new stuff to check out on my way in soon! Thanks!

[@OuiCook]

Very excited to try the non dairy chocolate bar! Thanks for sharing!

[@melaneymattson3733]

Sumac is not from the outside of the nutmeg, that's Mace. Sumac is from the crushed seeds of the Sumac shrub.

[@angi79532]

If you like the Brazilian cheese bread you would probably also like Brazi Bites. They sell different flavors at my local grocery store in the frozen section.

[@juliakim26]

I love you and your husband! You two make a great couple! Make more videos together! You guys are so cute together! 💕❤️👍🎉

[@Gigi-fv9ky]

Awesome taste test. Can't wait to try these. Thank you! Miss Benson, though. Hope he's doing great. I have been wanting to buy the Brazi bites at Costco but didn't want to buy such a large bag in case I didn't love it. Now, Trader Joe's has solved the problem and I will definitely get the pasta sauce to go with along with so many other things you loved.

[@librarylinn]

I agree the salad is delicious. I never thought to put the lid back on to toss the salad. 🥴 Great tip.

[@cantstopsinging]

I bought and tried several of these items before this video.. The cheese wraps and Brazilian bread and the almond chocolate bar are tops, imo. Strawberry beer has no fruit essense and the fatoush salaad was a waste. The dressing I didn't care at all.. tart.. Also the spicy pasta sauce is so good.. For the cheese wraps, I fill it will pasta! I have only tried the frozen tamales and they were good and if the refrigerated one is better, it must be great

[@mariamayub212]

That was a fantastic taste test! I'm really excited about that salad, I don't think you mentioned it was spicy cuz I don't like spicy food but I love trying the new salads that come in. Also, those teas look really good but I'm not sure how much sugar is in them I can't remember now since I'm diabetic I have to be careful but I'd like to try the lemon one. Half of that salad and one of those green teas would be perfect! Big hugs for you!

[@erlyne0]

You guys are so cute! Thanks for the reactions. 😊

[@nerdyworkinmama9501]

I loved the old vegetarian tamales. It was a go to for my whole family; I’m glad the new chili / cheese ones seem to measure up. And I think you should do pumpkin stuff as it comes in; you know it’s going to sell out otherwise :)

[@americafirst9144]

Are you talking about the frozen ones? They didn't discontinue them did they?

[@nerdyworkinmama9501]

@@americafirst9144 No, there were another type of vegetable, chicken, and beef tamales in the refrigerated section and my Trader Joe’s has been out of them for a couple months.

[@diaadiaconanaisabel879]

I got the spicy marinara today can’t wait to try it, and I always get disappointed with store bought tamales cause I don’t think they will be as delicious and authentic like the ones my mom and my family make for the holidays 🥰

[@debbyd5729]

I was thinking the same about tamales (and guacamole). I want mine homemade!

[@diaadiaconanaisabel879]

Debby D you absolutely right !!

[@SBChambochay]

I didn't care for the focaccia primavera - agree with Tim that it needs some sort of sauce. I had passed up on the tea and cheese bites initially but guess who's on their way to TJ's now

[@t.twotimes2749]

Loving the cookie sticks. Upgraded version of Pocky. Yum!!!!

[@susanbrazeal1275]

I bought the cheesy bread today. Can't wait to try it.

[@AA-sy1cr]

The Fattoush salad we make in Middle East actually does NOT contain chicken. Not sure why TJ added it🤔

[@davidkern2511]

Everything looked good! Missed Benson....

[@lucianaiasimone9717]

Loved the haul! Missed seeing Benson’s cute face! He is adorable!

[@marthawinston9383]

On my way to trader Joe's!! I missed Benson!!! Thank you❣

[@catblue7065]

Can’t wait to get back to TJs for some of this stuff. Hasn’t stopped me from watching, tho. :)

[@ayakaganig]

Is the strawberry beer like lambic ?

[@aprilj508]

Is the strawberry beer red in color?

[@debiterry1940]

Great video

[@Melissa2087]

I agree. I mostly don't eat meat BUT I don't care for chicken so I don't want it in my salad unless i decide to put it there

[@rita7656]

Hi Katie and Tim Thank you for sharing the taste testing i would like to try the fresh tamales ,sweet cream coffee creamer,

[@yvettewhite828]

All the food looks so delicious in this taste test . Cabbage and onion sound delicious. I have use that cheese on pizza / tortilla wrap pizza because it so thin . Cut back dairy and calories. I’m hungry 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@hotdawg630]

Can you do more recipe and cooking videos with only Trader Joe’s ingredients? Thanks!

[@reginay7729]

Looks like the dark chocolate cookie sticks are a copycat version of Asian Pocky snacks

[@violetviolet888]

They are. Trader Joes has staff that travels the world looking for things to market in Trader Joes. Go to their podcast to learn more.

[@kathysmith7432]

I made chicken with pasta and the spicy tomato sauce, it was delicious.

[@zenaidalaxamana5550]

Hiiii Nick Cage & Katie can u pls. make a close up on the items ur talking about.

[@fionakarbel258]

My TJ's didn't have the dynamite sauce or the freeze dried berries

[@lmontes6414]

Where are the fresh tamales located at?.

[@valerietomsic8454]

Refrigerator section where the cold sandwiches are located.

[@lmontes6414]

Valerie Tomsic thank you

[@fugdis94]

the chocolate sticks remind me of pocky

[@violetviolet888]

Katie, the chocolate biscuit sticks are based on the hugely popular Japanese Pocky Sticks that come in many, many different flavors. facebook.com/PockyJapan.JP/photos/

[@valerietomsic8454]

I tried the frozen tamales last week and TOTALLY agree with you....VERY bland...I would not buy again--all I could taste was corn. Will try the fresh ones soon!

[@sarabatchelder8846]

I just went out and bought 3 boxes of that cheese bread l

[@klimtkahlo]

Am I the first comment! Wow do I feel special! ♥️ where is the love button???

[@nineangels7572]

Costco samples out the Brazilian bread and they were delicious. A little pricey for how many you get.

[@berniecirni]

Was the fresh tamale the same green chili and cheese as the frozen one ?

[@rebeccapenick7475]

Strawberry beer looks good, must try :-)

[@tanyam1492]

Love your T-shirt, can you tell me where to find one?

[@lisadunham7173]

You two are so cute. Love your reviews.

[@lauraaday3230]

I'm just pointed you didn't tell us what was in that salad sometimes I go to trader Joe's and get some of the items that you taste test I've done that before one time I was looking for something in the guy said do you have the video so I pulled up 1 of your videos and I showed him

[@indigoburke9109]

weird question but I have heard you say it before about the animal rennet. what's that about?

[@EAMHawkeye]

Animal rennet, which is found in some cheeses, comes from the stomach lining of animals. Those of us who are vegetarian prefer to avoid rennet in favor of enzymes, which are made from vegetables.

[@indigoburke9109]

@@EAMHawkeye i thought vegetarians ate animal byproducts?

[@KatieHespe]

@diet sprite vegetarians eat animal products as long as it doesn’t kill the animal. Animal rennet comes from the lining of the stomach. Hope that helps clarify. 😊

[@enriqueflorendo]

Freeze dried berries were interesting. Been ordering Trader Joe’s using grubitnow.com (it’s instacart but shops TJ). Pro tip!

[@RaechelSykes]

I don't remember what flavor the non frozen tamale was :( and no list on the description.

[@mgadkins1659]

I buy the TJ Enchilada sauce in ajar Togo with the tamales

[@KatieHespe]

Great idea, I have some in the fridge so I will give it a try.

[@wordup9300]

went to trader joe's this morning and i wish i would've seen this video beforehand 😅

[@pameladonovan7068]

Good job guys. I’ll be in TJs tomorrow

[@brittanycarney1101]

Sumac is a tree, there are a few Native American species. They use the flower (it kinda looks like a cluster of red balls) and dry it for a spice. -friendly environmental scientist

[@CarrieLemieux]

Sumac is the outside of a nutmeg nut. They dry it and ground it. It’s used in a lot of middle eastern foods.

[@melaneymattson3733]

That's not correct. Mace is the outside of the nutmeg and Sumac is from crushed seeds of the Sumac shrub.

[@jenniferwellman5311]

Funny story, the first time I ate a tamale I ate the husk, LOL 😂 oops!!!!!!

[@88keys65]

That is funny. Here's another...when I ate my first shrimp, at around age five, I ate the tail. Not sure which is worse, lol 😂

[@KatieHespe]

Haha well I think it may happen more often than you think. Unless you’re shown or told it’s hard to tell lol.

[@CRG_]

Susan K some people actually like the tail

[@joytoyouandme4593]

C - Yes my Dad always ate the tail.

[@jenniferwellman5311]

Katie Hespe Yeah, on the plus side at least I got my fiber in...😂😂😂