Shopping Trader Joe's & TJ Maxx, Best Chocolate Croissant at Home, Paris, Fake-Out Takeout, Bulbs!

[@HookedandRooted]

Happy Holidays Garden Friends! In this cozy holiday episode of Hooked and Rooted at Home (# 8), I’m sharing: 🏆 The best at-home chocolate croissants that rival your favorite bakery🥐 🎁 We’re tackling last-minute Christmas shopping 🛍 🌷 Gardening in the nick of time before the ground freezes ❄ 🍜 And quick, easy, and budget friendly Chinese Fake out Take Out! ⛩ Join me for holiday inspiration, gardening tidbits, and some cooking and homelife where our pup Rocco the Italian Greyhound is always a guest star. I want to share with you the best at home chocolate croissants I have ever had. Better than Starbucks in my opinion, and any pastry shops we've tried. These chocolate croissants have me reminiscing of our trip to Paris. We had our first snowfall on the first day of winter! I was able to get some last minute gardening done ahead of the snow and the ground freezing. Spring blooming bulbs are tucked into the ground, and the dahlias have been lifted and stored for the winter. Now we just wait for Spring 💚✨Thanks for watching - Steph 🌱 (Gardening in Massachusetts zone 6b) #shopping #diy #Chipotle #Cooking Links referenced in the video: 👇 How I store Dahlias for Winter: kzbin.info/www/bejne/roiXpaZ8iayNmaMsi=JcL3JbAZdDPLp1Y_ 5 Perennials/Shrubs YOU should add in 2025: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJTCc6lohr2eacUsi=AL3krpnlzq7mpnPI Hooked and Rooted @ Home Video Playlist 👉 kzbin.info/aero/PLLIVyX7Y1HGFGPuK5EsOnDsWZX9preSuB ---------------------------------------------------------------------- My Amazon Store Where You Can Find Many of My Favorite Garden Items 👉 amzn.to/49F9RTU

[@jolielutrario6930]

Love this video, Steph. It has a little bit of everything. Wishing you and your family a very merry Christmas. That includes precious Rocco🐾💚🎄

[@HookedandRooted]

Hi Jolie! Thanks for watching! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and yours!🎄💖

[@s.barlow7062]

Oh my gosh, I had to chuckle when George said that bringing home the groceries was like going through TSA at the airport. Good job, Rocco you picked out the best!

[@HookedandRooted]

I know, right?! Rocco was on a mission!😂 thank you so much for watching, and Merry Christmas! 🎄✨️

[@CookiesAndCosmos]

Same about George’s TSA comment! 😁

[@SnappyR]

I just love H&R at Home! Every segment is so fun! Happy Holidays Steph, George and Family!!

[@HookedandRooted]

HI Robyn! Thank you so much! I'm so glad you enjoy them. I'm so thankful for you. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year friend! 💖🎄

[@jennifergreene8891]

Beautiful flower bulbs. Thank you for sharing everything with us. Rocco is too precious. I always look forward to seeing your videos. Wishing you and your family and Rocco a Very Blessed and Merry Christmas and New Year. 🎄 💜🙏💜

[@HookedandRooted]

Hi Jennifer! Thank you so much for watching, and for your kind words. I very much look forward to your comments just as much! Thank you for being here, and Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!! 💖🎄

[@SummiBegum]

Rocco is such a cutie. You guys are so sweet. You have a beautiful family Steph. Can’t wait to see what you have in store for Spring. I am the same way w bulbs. I wish I had some on hand for mild days. Cheers🎉

[@HookedandRooted]

Thank you so much Summi!! I'm very much looking forward to Spring in the Garden!

[@donnaonley-harden3629]

Steph/George, Thank you for sharing. May you have Happy Holidays and a wonderful New Year.

[@MaggiefromChicago]

Wishing a very Merry Christmas to my all-time favorite gardening digital content creator! Your videos are such a joy to watch, and they’ve inspired me so much. Wishing you a holiday season filled with happiness, warmth, and lots of green thumb success in the new year!

[@MJPatel-x7e]

She is my favorite too!

[@QueenAnnesLace13]

Happy Holidays George and Steph! Thank you for sharing all your hard work in the garden, and bring us along on your adventures. Enjoy the down time with family.

[@HeatherHart-t4n]

Lovely!!! Heartwarming. Thoroughly enjoyed. Happy holidays!

[@debbiepeloso6012]

Merry Christmas to my fellow Massachusetts gardener! Hope you, George and your sons and Rocco have a wonderful Christmas. 🎅❄🌲

[@HookedandRooted]

Merry Christmas Deb to you and yours!! Thank you so much for watching 💖

[@debbiepeloso6012]

@HookedandRooted I had a dream about you last night Steph that you and George came to the Cape! Maybe one day?

[@nancyhenry4465]

Thank you for all that you have shared with us during this year. Best wishes to you and your family in 2025. ♥

[@HookedandRooted]

Thank you so much, you too! Wishing you a wonderful year ahead. 💖

[@newt52864]

Happy Holidays George and Steph 🗼⛄🌟🎄

[@josweatt898]

Merry Christmas George and Steph! Great pics in Paris. Went there by myself at age 19 and spent 10 days mainly in art museums. Great tips on the food at Aldi and need to go to Trader Joe’s next week. Those are such beautiful pics of you two toward the end! 🎄

[@carlas872]

Hi Steph! I’m coming to your house for breakfast! Yum! Such a beautiful trip to Paris. Thank you for sharing the places you visited. I was in France for work in 1989 and just drove around Paris quickly in a cab. It is a remarkable city. Rocco is the best little guard dog. He is so cute. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year !

[@heatherk2693]

Glad you got to Paris in Feb 2020 just in the nick of time. Looking forward to seeing your spring bulbs. And Rocco is precious.

[@jasminelouisefarrall]

Another wonderful video, I love Paris and their pizza’s are delicious 🥰 my drumstick alliums dry beautifully for me every year 🥰 Have a wonderful Christmas Steph & George 🎄 Merry Christmas Everyone 🎄❄️🎄

[@HookedandRooted]

Hi Jasmine!! Paris is beautiful!! and that pizza really hit the spot after a day of traveling. I'll have to try drying the drumstick alliums! Thank you so much, and I hope you and yours have a merry Christmas and happy & healthy new year! 💖🎄

[@cherylt6888]

Merry Christmas Steph, George, Rocco, and family! May you all have a Healthy, Happy, and Prosperous NewYear!!! Love to watch every single one of your videos❤️

[@connieb6464]

Love all your videos, they are very informative. 25:46 Wishing both of you a Merry Christmas 🎄and Happy New Year! 🎆 ❤

[@Jpatmeadowbrook]

Happy holidays! I just adopted a a sweet , shy greyhound mix who is quite a counter surfer . I’ll have to visit Trader Joes and try those treats for her.

[@lindacromley7063]

Your videos are always fun and I loved the TJ Maxx tour this time. Hope you and your family have a Blessed and Merry Christmas. Thank you for a year of wonderful videos.

[@bethrussell4609]

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year George & Steph!!!

[@HookedandRooted]

Thank you so much Beth, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you too!🎄

[@susanwingblade1799]

I just loved this video. Thanks for sharing and you and your family have a wonderful holiday season!!!

[@HookedandRooted]

Hi Susan! Thank you so much for watching and for your kind words. Happy Holidays!

[@pamelacorsi]

Gorgeous pics of you at the end! Merry Christmas!

[@HookedandRooted]

Thank you so much Pam! Merry Christmas to you too! 🎄🥰

[@bronwynodonnell8548]

Merry Christmas and thank you both for the great videos. I love spending time in your garden and home. Cheers Bronwyn 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@lblak59]

We went to France & Italy for our 25 th anniversary and it was the trip of a lifetime. Of both, hands down I enjoyed Paris the most (even more than Tuscany)

[@kimfox5186]

A very happy Christmas to you all ❤ Many thanks for sharing.

[@HookedandRooted]

Same to you! You are so welcome, and Thank you so much for watching Kim 🥰🎄

[@janeclancey8044]

Thank you both for all your wonderful videos throughout this year. They have been fun and inspiring. Looking forward to many more in 2025!

[@tinaroller1741]

Thank you for the great video 🤍 Merry Christmas to you and your family, Steph 🎄

[@HookedandRooted]

Thank you so much Tina! Merry Christmas to you and yours!! 🥰

[@CookiesAndCosmos]

Watching this on Christmas Eve 🌟What a lovely couple! ❤️ Thank you for the peek into your trip to Paris. I almost feel like I’ve been there! Wishing your family all the best in the coming year 🌷🌸🍁🌲

[@juliecahill7550]

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. I enjoyed your video today. Thank you for sharing. 😊❤

[@soniewhitten4844]

loved the video. thanks for sharing. hope you and george have a merry christmas and a happy new year!!! and please be safe.

[@HookedandRooted]

Hi Sonie! Thank you so much, I'm so glad you enjoyed it. I wish you and yours the same 🎄💖

[@hylandgundy2698]

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year.

[@HookedandRooted]

Same to you! Thank you so much for watching 🎄

[@patriciaflores2776]

I enjoyed the awesome video thanks for sharing your Paris vacation beautiful places 🎉 thanks for the food tips.Merry Christmas and happy new year to you both and family🎄🌌✨

[@carolinemarchand4592]

Steph, love watching your videos. Wishing you the merriest Christmas 🎁

[@HookedandRooted]

Hi Caroline! Thank you so much and a very merry Christmas and happy new year to you as well!

[@gaylagenecarder4343]

I enjoyed this so much. Marry Christmas Steph!

[@HookedandRooted]

Thank you so much Gayla, Merry Christmas to you too! 🎄

[@kimtoledo6211]

God’s Grace to You and Your Family. Thanks for sharing the tips and encouragement. The statement about the spring bulbs ,being caught up in the buying the bulbs but then trying to squeeze in the time to get them in the ground can be said for A lot of US. Those darn small holes ta dig , they’re not fun. We ALL know the rewards a com’in in a the next Season are SOO Worth it! Enjoy All of God’s Goodness!

[@denisedelgado3350]

Merry Christmas 🎄 and God bless your New Year 💫

[@HookedandRooted]

Hi Denise! Merry Christmas & happy new year to you and yours! 💖🎄

[@tclark8205]

The Joyhound Tough Toys plushies sold at PetSmart will keep longer than a day. They are made with what seems like upholstery fabrics which are harder for your pup to get through. I got my puppy the starfish weeks ago and it still is intact. Rough and ready but intact.

[@dananna61]

We dog sit, they can chew through concrete lol We did grab a few toys from PetSmart today 😂

[@grisespino5342]

I’ll be trying the croissants 🥐! Really enjoy these episodes the tips and recipes . So chic in France 🇫🇷 Steph. ❤️ the lock 🔒 Happy New Year 🥳!!

[@HookedandRooted]

Thank you so much 🥰 You’re going to love them! They’re truly the best! Thank you so much for watching, and Happy New Year! 🌟💖

[@jolindarather5180]

Great Video as Always Steph and George! I’m going to have to make a trip to Trader Joe’s today for a chocolate croissant Love Them! Thanks for all the great tips and shopping items! Wishing You and Your Family a Very Merry Christmas 🎄

[@HookedandRooted]

Hi Jolinda! Yes, they are delicious. You are so welcome! Happy Holidays! 🎄

[@courtneycullen6289]

OMG, if you haven't tried the TJ's soup dumplings! Great fakeout takeout. The orange chicken and veg fried rice has been one of my top fakeout takeouts for easily 20 years. We also do greek from TJ's frozen section.. Also, PSA, their winterberries have lasted weeks in my porchpot and still look great.

[@goretiteixeira3700]

Great video loved it merry Christmas and a prosperous new year to you and your family 🥰

[@HookedandRooted]

Thank you so much Tia! So glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching, and Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you all! xoxox 🎄💖

[@pearlsofpurpose]

Merry Christmas ❤🎄❤

[@HookedandRooted]

Merry Christmas! 💖

[@therealsoutherngarden]

Yum those croissants 😍and you are brave heading into TJ the Saturday before Christmas💚💚

[@karenholt9744]

7A Maryland here. I leave my dahlias in the ground (about 8" deep) and covered first with pine needles w/frost fabric and then went with pine needles w/cloches . They survive fine and some (Arabian Night...) bloom by the end of June! This year, I got really busy with other projects and am experimenting leaving them with just their own dead foliage on top. Doesn't look great, but that doesn't matter this year. If they survive, I'll clean the bed up (haha) and just use pine needles next year. I'm sure I get less snow than you, but maybe you can find cute cloches or other protection from the water? Loved all the rest of your video too! Too much good stuff to comment on since I've already written a book! 😂 Happy Holidays to you and your family!!!

[@HookedandRooted]

That's great to know Karen, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your process with us. I appreciate it. Leaving them in has crossed my mind so its good to have these different methods to think about. Happy Holidays!

[@carolevoskevich7530]

I enjoy your videos! Merry Christmas!

[@HookedandRooted]

Thanks so much! Merry Christmas! 🎄

[@lisagilmore4519]

Merry Christmas 🎄

[@HookedandRooted]

Merry Christmas Lisa!! 🎄

[@monicamacauley3750]

Wow. What an action packed vlog. Loved it Steph. Thank you. Keep them coming.

[@HookedandRooted]

Hi Monica, Thank you so much for watching! I'm so glad you enjoyed it. Merry Christmas! 💖🎄

[@reneawiggins1704]

Beautiful video Merry Christmas.

[@HookedandRooted]

Thank you so much! Merry Christmas to you too! 🎄

[@pj3341]

Can’t wait to watch this. Am heading to Paris in the spring

[@HookedandRooted]

Yay! Enjoy your trip, Paris is lovely, and in the spring I'm sure even more magical with gardens in bloom 🌷

[@mariacosta6086]

Great video as usual. Paris is on my bucket list. It looks so beautiful. I can honestly say I haven’t been to TJ’s but I’m definitely going to make it a priority. I love croissants . I didn’t get to plant any bulbs this winter but can’t wait to see yours in bloom. Merry Christmas to you George and the boys. ❤❤❤ 🎄🎅🏼

[@HookedandRooted]

Thank you so much for watching Fatima! The providence one is closer than Foxboro for us. I can't wait to share my bulbs in bloom when spring arrives 🌷🌷🌷Merry Christmas & Happy New Year to you and your family as well. 🎄💖

[@MsKhanada]

Go Dog brand toys are the most chew resistant I’ve found. We have mastiffs and the Go Dog toys hold up for us for over a year so far. Sometimes you can find them at TJ Maxx but you can also order from their site. Have a wonderful holiday season and richest blessings to all.

[@HookedandRooted]

Thank you for the tip about the Go Dog toys! That's great to know. Happy Holidays!! 🎄

[@TinaHeadrick]

Love ALL the video but your comments on Rocco hit home. My second Great Pyrenees died a year ago and my new 115 lb (12 months old) is so different than my sweet calm dogs. A crazy dog, but I’m falling in love with her. Very smart and I’m waiting for the puppy stage to end!

[@HookedandRooted]

They do get calmer as time goes on. Our boy is 6 and still gets his "zoomies" each evening, getting out some of his energy. But he's great, and your pup will be just as wonderful as your first dog, and its fun to compare their differences and remember our first pups.

[@mardisteffenhagen]

Merry Christmas 🥰🎄🇺🇸

[@HookedandRooted]

Merry Christmas Mardi!! 🎄

[@idalinaazevedo5007]

Thank you 😊

[@HookedandRooted]

You’re so welcome! 😊

[@LeslieHumen-lu2ix]

I love alliums too and now regretting I didn't buy more. Love your videos and cute Rocco. Merry Christmas!

[@moduqueRN]

Enjoyed watching this.

[@kathygericke8367]

I love the drumstick alliums that I have! Hope you enjoy yours!🌸

[@taragoodloe4122]

Steph I love your cooking tips and tricks. Your trip to Paris looks like you all had a good time.😊

[@HookedandRooted]

Thank you so much Tara 🥰

[@claudialiebscher1830]

I love all your videos, I went and visited Paris a few years ago and the flowers were so beautiful, we went in late May I just loved that trip. Merry Christmas to you and your family ❤

[@HookedandRooted]

Paris is so beautiful! I'm glad you enjoyed your trip. Merry Christmas to you and your family as well!🎄

[@conniejohnson3110]

Loved your videos. Your my #1 gardener. Merry Christmas y'all 🎄🙏

[@HookedandRooted]

Aww thank you so much Connie for your kind words, and for being here and watching. I appreciate you! Merry Christmas and happy new year to you and yours! 💖🎄

[@michellefrance1165]

What a fun video! I enjoyed seeing some of your trip, my hubby and I are planning a trip for our 35th Anniversary 2026. My min Aussiedoodle Scruffy is exactly like your Rocco always guarding our home and definitely destroys every toy we give him lol! Merry Christmas to you and your family!

[@HookedandRooted]

Thanks so much! I hope you have a wonderful anniversary trip to Paris! 🥰 Merry Christmas!! 🎄

[@linakhoury6623]

Hi Steph 🌺. I enjoyed watching this beautiful video . I also love chocolate croissant . Merry Christmas to you and your family . 🎄🌺🎄🌺🎄

[@HookedandRooted]

Thank you so much Lina! Chocolate Croissants are the best! Merry Christmas to you and yours too! 🎄

[@pamd1861]

Lol Steph I know exactly what you mean about planting the bulbs once it's cold, it's a chore but like you said the display is worth it. Always wanted to try Camassias... Merry Christmas to you, George and family 🎄

[@HookedandRooted]

Hi Pam, Lol, isn't it true?! Definitely always worth it. I'll be sure to provide an update during a garden tour on the cammasias. Merry Christmas to you and yours! 🎄💖

[@azyEmpero]

You guys are amazing, love love your garden ❤❤ you should write a book,garden and cooking with memories and pictures ❤ Have a Blessings christmas 🎄

[@HookedandRooted]

Thank you so much for your kind words. I would love to write a book someday! Merry Christmas and happy new year!! 🎄💖

[@lindamiller394]

Merry Christmas.❤

[@HookedandRooted]

Hi Miller! Merry Christmas!! 💖

[@lindakay8171]

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from SE PA, Zone 7A.

[@HookedandRooted]

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year to you also Linda!! Thank you so much for watching.

[@idalinaazevedo5007]

Hi thanks for the video!! Where did you buy your air fryer? I'm looking to buy one. Merry Christmas!

[@HookedandRooted]

Hi Idalina, I purchased it from Best Buy. But this is the brand, Bella: amzn.to/3P75yYF

[@silviatrujillo2654]

Loved it Merry Christmas great pictures

[@HookedandRooted]

Thank you so much! Merry Christmas to you too! 🎄

[@sherryporter8647]

Thanks for another great video. I have a question about planting the bulbs. Do you just have a lot of empty space in your garden for the bulbs or do you plant more plants in spring in the areas where the bulbs are now? Merry Christmas to you and your family!

[@HookedandRooted]

Hi Sherry, You are so welcome! I tuck the bulbs in between and around plants that are already planted. There are times when I decided to plant another plant, or move things, that I dig up the bulbs. I just replant the bulbs if I disturb them while digging. Hope this helps. Merry Christmas!!

[@AnEmmeni]

Great video Steph. Do you divide yr dahlias after storing them ?

[@HookedandRooted]

Hi there! I don't divide them when lifting storing. If anything I will divide them in Spring when I get ready to plant them. That way its easier for me to see the pieces that have eyes and are viable. Hope this helps.

[@ellenjanik3446]

Steph, can I ask what kind of gas stove you have, and if you love it? I’m in the market for a new one.. thanks! Happy New Year to you and your family, from western Massachusetts 🎉

[@HookedandRooted]

Hi Ellen, I have the GE Cafe Stove. I do love it! Its now 13 years old has been reliable and great. Hopefully it continues for a few more years. Happy New Year!! 🌟

[@michellehall4165]

My poodle loves antler to chew!

[@HookedandRooted]

Oh yes, the antlers!! ty!

[@staciawoods9577]

Wild, Wild West! Love it! 😂

[@silviatrujillo2654]

Sorry to bother you you have the same stove what do you use to clean it ? ❤❤

[@HookedandRooted]

Hi there, no bother at all! I use the dawn power wash spray, and a microfiber cloth.

[@user-rosesroses]

Great video.

[@HookedandRooted]

Thanks so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it.😊

[@jackieruprecht3588]

I love Rocco and I love Rocco's pics

[@HookedandRooted]

Thanks Jackie! He's the best 🐶

[@sherylh.8996]

Hi Steph, heads up, the rabbits ate my drumstick alliums. 😢 That was the only variety they ate. Have your spray ready!

[@HookedandRooted]

Oh no!! Great to know, I'll have to keep an eye on things. Thank you Sheryl.

[@dianesgardeninspiration]

Boas Festas Steph and George! May 2025 bring you a year filled with health, love and happiness. ❤❤🥂

[@HookedandRooted]

Boas Festas to you too Diane!! Wishing you a wonderful New Year! 🎄

[@dianesgardeninspiration]

@@HookedandRooted❤

[@karenhart4316]

Merry Christmas guys & A Happy New Year seee you in 2025🎉 thank you for sharing this wonderful video from the Land Down Under 🐨🦘🇦🇺🎄💌🙏