WHAT'S NEW, SEASONAL AND AMAZING AT TRADER JOE'S

[@mbf7543]

Katie, can I just say how impressed I am that you are letting your son choose to not be involved in these videos. You’re even saying “son” vs his name. We long time viewers know his name and how delightful he is, but that’s not something we are entitled to expect. It always makes me a little wary when parents seem to be making their kids participate in videos.

[@KatieHespe]

I appreciate this comment, thank you.

[@OmnipresentOneness]

19:08 I genuinely lol'd so hard at this😂

[@catmama54]

Very excited for the taste test. Tart cherry juice is so good for you. It helps reduce inflammation and my mom used to drink it because it helped with her gout. I need to get that juice. I should get back on because I have rheumatoid arthritis and lots of other issues lupus, and it really does help reduce inflammation in the body.

[@ritzarich2026]

I tried those Thai coconut pancakes this morning and just got back home from buying 6 more boxes of them. They are so delicious!!!!!! 😋

[@KatieHespe]

Yes they are!

[@katielewis3152]

Your videos make me so happy!!!

[@cherylmarshall6874]

🌷🌸 Hello Katie, so glad to see your video ! First off let me wish you a speedy recovery from the flu. I had THE virus in Dec and the FLU two weeks ago. Try the Trader Joe's propolis oj and honey shots. They work well. 🍯 Thanks for the haul. The Valentines cakes and sprinkles are very pretty. I'm going to send a gift basket of ❤Valentine's items to my son and daughter in law who just had a baby boy💙🌸 Thanks again Katie

[@isagoldfield7393]

♥️♥️♥️your TJ haul as always. That chocolate mousse cake is so good!!

[@SandyHemsher]

Katie. Easter is end of March this year. Easter sprinkles❤ 20:00 20:01

[@marthawatkins8977]

Glad you're feeling better Katie! The Propolis shots at TJ's are great for when your sick too. The are a great immunity booster. It was a great hall as usual. I can't wait for the taste test! Your videos are so much fun!

[@rosefelix2561]

Glad you are feeling better. Nice haul. Thank you Katie. 🙂

[@ChrisBrown-xn8ir]

Yes to the beer and wine pairing video. Such a good idea!

[@1littleway]

Dried mangoes, the more tart kind are wonderful dipped in chocolate. I like the more dark chocolate but these would be good as well. Cute kit.

[@zebralove2840]

The rose candle jar is pretty. Not nuts about that scent generally but could go in a bathroom.

[@leahweitzman8290]

I use tart cherry juice as an anti inflammatory. It’s awesome after exercise

[@sandragreenberg6010]

Glad you’re feeling better!

[@gloriawhite9210]

Pairing Of beer and wine sounds great and very informative!

[@tyreebruce]

Might make one beer. One wine

[@Irena-Irena]

Thank you! You always do a great job! Looking forward to you and Tim doing the taste test❤

[@stephanieschmidt3987]

I'm from Canada and go over to Buffalo NY for Trader Joe's hauls. Every time I've gone they've had the garlic and jalepeno stuffed olives.

[@adoptingjoseph]

I tried to get the wontons and someone next to me grabbed the last box. Those boxed chocolates look delicious. See you tomorrow!

[@nancycesarano5919]

The new items sound delicious.

[@dmledger6974]

Hi Katie, sorry to hear you’ve been sick. I hope the rest of your family is good. Tfs. In other news my herniated disc seems to be getting better but then my lovely daughter so thoughtfully shared the creeping croup ( or whatever the latest & greatest virus is 🥴)& I’ve been back on bed rest for the past few days. Crazy. Thanks for helping me get through this. You just never know how you impact somebody’s life you know. All the best and I look forward to the taste test !❤

[@connie6410]

Glad you're feeling better, Katie! The wine/beer/food pairing video sounds awesome! Loved your haul as always and like you, I don't love the rose scent, but that rose candle is beautiful 😍

[@leeannsanders7017]

Would love to see the beer and wine pairing!!!! Im curious to see what pairs well with what foods. Great idea!!

[@ChineseAg]

Thx for another great vlog Katie!

[@aimeeparrott9204]

I'm so glad that you're feeling better! I love the idea of the pairings video. That's something I want to learn more about.

[@KatieHespe]

Thanks Aimee!

[@KatieJoMikell]

I need to make a recommendation there’s a company on KZbin called Hercules I don’t know if you’ve tried it but for Valentine’s Day they make these chocolate hearts that have a lid and they put peanut butter in them oh my gosh delicious and I know you guys love dark chocolate they’re dark chocolate is the best I’ve ever had. I highly recommend you try stuff from there Plus it is a small family owned business I think for over 100 years! Very reliable 😊

[@CRG_]

You saying Grenache instead of ganache for the chocolates is very Katie❤😂

[@marleneroberts2257]

They should get Easter sprinkles, it’s in March this year.

[@bonnielemmon8493]

Glad you are feeling better. I can’t believe the egg salad is finally back. Would love to see the beer and wine taste test. Cherry juice will definitely be on my list. The chocolate melts are great to make peanut clusters and I usually make them around Christmas. ( an easy and inexpensive gift) Well I must say my grocery list is quite a bit longer this week. 😊

[@susansimpson5857]

Feel better, Katie!

[@KatieHespe]

❤️❤️

[@susansimpson5857]

@@KatieHespe Right back at ya❤ Thanks for all you do.

[@bridgetjones6973]

Love that wine And beer pairing idea!!! 🥳

[@anita5925]

Hi Katie! Great haul… glad the egg salad is back. And the raspberry mouse cakes look delicious. Hope all is well! Anita 🌷💕

[@KatieHespe]

Thank you! 🤗 Happy to hear from you Anita.

[@angie206]

Can't wait for this taste test! So many goodies!

[@carolm6952]

Hi Katie! I am so glad you are feeling better!😊 I had some weird 24-48 hour thing. So thankful and grateful for that. Lol we all collect something. I am looking forward to your taste test. It is true Red Tart Cherry Juice does help with sleep and it's good for you. Love the yogurt cups. So many good items. Who can pass up cake.😊 Yummy the Raspberry Hearts. That is good to know you can freeze them. 😊❤

[@spiritedreviewexc]

can you make the mochi cake in the crock pot? I love making dump cake in the crock pot. its so easy. I Hateeeeeeeeeeee way flavor, thatś just me complaining. I cant wait to see your faces when you try the almond shake. Exited to try the tai sauce thing. someone in my church once gave me chocolate covered rasberries for my birthday once.

[@samanthalake5011]

I wanna try that black garlic spread. 🙃

[@jessicaliflower]

Oooh the egg salad!!!! ❤❤

[@Emilya-A]

black garlic cream cheese spread would be so good

[@celestinaanderson3979]

Glad to see this! Was planning a trip to TJ'S in the morning 😂

[@lose999]

Yes to the beverage pairing video!!! I love your taste tests and opinions. I bought the Taiwanese green onion pancakes and will try them tonight.

[@KatieHespe]

Hope you enjoy!

[@isagoldfield7393]

My family have been loving & enjoying the Taiwanese Pancakes, it’s always sold out in my area, so I stock up when I see it. Enjoy💝

[@emilymanley8646]

I was at the Esc. store..so bummed I couldnt find the Wontons..Maybe next time. :) Love your show.

[@aimeeyork6319]

Definitely looking forward to a pairings video ❣️ I'm So excited for the Peanut Satay Sauce😋🤸🤸🤸

[@pamcook8665]

Yay for vegan options! Heading your way TJ as soon as I’m back from holiday.

[@kimburgess3559]

A pairing video sounds great! 🥂👏💝

[@amberphillips5581]

Please do a video reviewing all the fun bath and body items! Or maybe just add a little review in the taste test video

[@kvcooks814]

Katie, I can't wait to hear your take on the egg salad, satay sauce and the black garlic cream cheese! Heard from my coworkers that the new smoothie is kind of gritty which is a bummer :-(

[@angelamarcinkevich9202]

Can you do a video nake stuff with the chocolate kit .love to see what you make & miss seeing Benson

[@KatieHespe]

That’s a wonderful idea. I’ll see if he’s interested in making a video like that.

[@susanwolff-given8938]

I hope there will be Easter sprinkles!

[@KatieHespe]

Oh no doubt there will be!

[@MsBeckly]

Thank you! Does the mochi cake mix have animal products in the actual mix? I can’t find this item on the TJs website and it sounds so good!

[@marykerwin1048]

Love to see a pairing🎉 can't wait 😍 Great Haul ❣️

[@selfself8813]

Glad you are on the mend! And I think the beverage/food tasting is a great idea!!!

[@Star-u3t1l]

Mochi cake mix is seasonal so we bought 4 of them, cheaper than flying to Hawaii!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@klimtkahlo]

Yeah going tomorrow

[@naomibonang5642]

As always, I love your videos and keep my list handy! I was really interested in the Pan A Flores beer, is that a local beer for you? It sounded delicious . Maine has a lot of great micro breweries, but I like to find different beers to try as well! Thank you for the weekly previews!

[@alanzemsky7695]

Can’t wait to try the egg salad!!!

[@loreeambur8474]

Hi… about the facial cleanser…. Is that a make up remover also or do you remove makeup with another product first? Thanks!

[@KatieHespe]

I always double cleanse when I wear makeup. So I first use a cleansing balm or oil and then finish by washing with the cleanser. If I’m makeup free the cleanser is all I need to use.

[@lose999]

Oranges or mandarins are good dipped in chocolate; pineapple too.

[@KatieHespe]

Oh great idea! I have a bunch of oranges from my parent’s tree so I will definitely be doing this. Thank you.

[@juanita_rocksteady2761]

Chocolate covered bananas are great too.😋

[@billsmarysam1238]

I can't wait for my store to open in April so can I buy some frozenand fresh food!

[@MJT2366]

The Cherry Juice might be a cool mocktail if mixed with a sparkling water 🤔..

[@KatieHespe]

Definitely! I will be trying that today. I may even include that in the taste test.

[@adoptingjoseph]

I just saw someone making a Cherry Smash, which looked really good. It had tequila in it.@@KatieHespe

[@klimtkahlo]

I bought cherry juice before and what is up with this craziness of things going viral! Just heard about the Stanley cup! 😮 they are cute but not worth losing your job or stampeding people over it!

[@KatieHespe]

Haha I don’t get it either! To each their own I guess.

[@jillsidwell7256]

Wine pairing!!❤

[@RandomFandomDragon]

The brazil nut stuff is okay, but it's really not a dupe for the BumBum cream. The smell isn't right, at least to me. I hope they still have some of those dental chews when I go, love picking up surprises for my doggos. Ty for the video!

[@MsK_1111]

Really? I thought it was pretty close.

[@janicebellantuono1366]

Tim was right that lentils with caramelized onion was dry and terrible

[@pameladepaul1073]

Well, I guess "to each his own" ... I love the pilaf and just bought two more bags today! Also, it's quite good nutrition-wise. For *me* it's an easy after work fast meal. 🙂

[@kathytodd983]

What’s in the egg salad? Yum!

[@julieschilling2836]

Do you have the Crackling Citrus and GreenTea candle at your TJ's? It is absolutely wonderful!!! Makes for a very "hygge" experience.

[@KatieHespe]

Yes I do! I just have so many candles I decided to skip it.

[@amberphillips5581]

Would the Aglio Olio seasoning be good in oil for dipping bread?

[@KatieHespe]

Oh heck ya it would!

[@lisatowan4536]

Why did I go to Trader Joe's before the haul? Rookie mistake. Now, I need to go back. I swear I missed half of the new items.

[@KatieHespe]

Haha well now you have an excuse to go back!

[@lindajardee]

Can't wait to hear what you think of the Mochi cake. The normal Mochi icecream ones just about gagged me with the awful texture.....Sorry, I know taste/texture all of food is so subjective.

[@KatieHespe]

It’s really good. I did a whole video on making that cake years ago. My dad was with me in that video. I’ll try to find it!

[@lindajardee]

@@KatieHespe strange that the mochi icecream texture could be so different?

[@KatieHespe]

It’s two completely different products. I can’t eat mochi ice cream either. The texture grosses me out!@@lindajardee

[@dawndrake5833]

Egg salad!

[@melisaspur032]

I returned the Trader Joe’s gummy bear lip mask it was Not tinted like the laneige, do you know if these are? Thx

[@KatieHespe]

I haven’t tried it yet, but it will be in the taste test today. Video will be out a little later today…

[@reneevasconcellos5335]

It looks like the mousse cake is smaller but more expensive

[@KatieHespe]

You’re probably right! Not surprised by it either….

[@jeannegeiger4750]

That seems to be the trend at every store 😢

[@juliewilburn2942]

Great job! Glad you are feeling better! Going to TJ and Aldi tomorrow with long lists!! Can’t wait for the pairings video!! Have a wonderful weekend!! ❤

[@KatieHespe]

Thank you! You too!

[@honeyb5632]

Fairlife protein drinks have the same amount of protein and a lot less calories. The chocolate ones taste like melted chocolate ice cream. I know it’s not something from Trader Joe’s but thought I would mention it in case you are looking for one that doesn’t taste chalky.

[@Beckala67]

Except that ever since they were cited for animal abuse, I just can't buy their products. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hnnZpYuvapqmbacsi=6JiHBlf1cBnmgwmd

[@jeannegeiger4750]

They have less calories because Trader Joe’s adds so much sugar 17 grams 😮that’s over 4 added teaspoons of sugar might just as well have a milkshake! 👎👎👎

[@klmjtr]

Since you asked.. I always skip over the alcohol reviews so I would not watch the alcohol pairings.

[@KatieHespe]

Totally understand! Thanks for your input.

[@carriejones908]

I buy the jalapeño olives often, so they aren’t seasonal

[@KatieHespe]

Thank you! Appreciate the info on those.

[@mckenziebreidenthal4673]

I did not like the protein smoothie at all. Can't wait to hear what you all think.

[@samanthalake5011]

Was it too grainy?

[@KatieHespe]

Oh no :( well we will find out tomorrow.

[@mckenziebreidenthal4673]

Not so much grainy as I just did not like the flavor at all.@@samanthalake5011

[@susanfriend9924]

It's ganache, no r. This is your job, learn how to pronounce the terms

[@KatieHespe]

lol learn to be kind. I made a mistake. You must be perfect.

[@MsK_1111]

Susan i doubt you have any friend’s, despite your handle name, bc nobody likes salty susans

[@CRG_]

@@KatieHespeyikes this comment is so harsh. I hope my comment didn’t come across like this, after seeing the taste test. I knew it was just a misspeak and I thought it was cute because of your affinity for wine.