The Trader Joe’s Thread

[SportyGirly125]

I know we have threads dedicated to specific beauty brands but I didn’t really see one dedicated or updated for all things Trader Joe’s. It could be beauty, skincare, haircare, household or grocery items. Post your finds here so others could be on a lookout of what to find or is newly released at their local store. It could also be something you think people should try. Their beauty section is so underrated and most people don’t even know they have a beauty aisle.  Their candles and seasonal items are amazing and they always have unique snacks. 

[missjeanie]

I have a love of Trader Joes, maybe because I love a gent in a hawaiian shirt, maybe because I love food, maybe because I don't have one close... maybe I'm just loving middle age and grocery stores are the new cool place to be???

My father goes south every winter and is close to a TJ's.   I sent him a list of some things to look for at the TJ's there to bring home.  He drives a small sports car and I had to laugh at the four full bags of groceries I'd requested.  Some of the beauty products I had bootlegged across the border.... 

Look I'm just addicted to these dried mandarins!

Can't wait for a spring/summer road trip south to visit all the fun grocery stores! lol

[makeitup305]

@missjeanie have you tried the dried pineapple (the one that's plain not candied)? It's one of my favorite snacks. So chewy, sweet and tart! 

[missjeanie]

@makeitup305 I have not!  I'll have to add it my list to try on my next visit!  Love this idea!

[makeitup305]

@missjeanie They have it sometimes at other health food stores, idk about Canada. I don't buy it often because I'll eat the whole bag in one sitting! 

[itsfi]

@missjeanie, grocery stores can definitely be a fun destination spot. Seeing your groceries here has made me add those dried mandarins to my list. 😃  

[missjeanie]

@itsfi I have to hold myself back every time I open a bag from eating the entire thing in one sitting. 

[itsfi]

Completely understandable @missjeanie! I feel that way with a lot of Trader Joe snacks. Same with the actual fresh fruit. Love mandarins. 🧡🍊

[greeneyedgirl107]

@itsfi those mandarins are good, but I wish they had less sugar.

[SportyGirly125]

New candles 

[itsfi]

@SportyGirly125, Trader Joe's puts out some really nice candles; good seasonal scents.

[SportyGirly125]

@itsfi @Agree. These sold out so fast.  Less than a week. 

[missjeanie]

Ohhhhh these look lovely @SportyGirly125 Do you have a favourite?

[SportyGirly125]

@missjeanie Raspberry and roses and then the lemon verbena. 

[itsfi]

Spied these new mini totes last night. $2.99

I have a new lunch tote. 

[missjeanie]

@itsfi I saw this post and sent a photo to my dad saying 'this is a lunch bag sized bag' for him to check his TJ's on his way back up north.... I got a full size one... and was told I just need to pack more lunch lol!  Not mad at it though, great quality grocery bags!!

[itsfi]

hahahaha @missjeanie! I love your dad's response - that's awesome! 💗

[missjeanie]

@itsfi I'm totally loving it!  lol Not for lunch, but it did pack a bunch of snacks for a weekend with the girls!  I actually think it's a great grocery bag for that price!  #peakadulting

[itsfi]

@missjeanie, I really resonate with this type of #peakadulting. 😂 It makes sense to me. Much like with my beauties, there are HG grocery items and repeated repurchases as well newness that I find exciting. Fortunately, I don't let my groceries sit in my stash as long as I have my makeup. Hahaha! 

[missjeanie]

@itsfi I don't care what anyone says... having a favourite grocery store is totally peak adulting.  I find my time wandering the aisles is quite peaceful me time where I get peruse for new fun things.  But yes, I'm much better at working through them quicker lol!

[itsfi]

So now we must know, what is (are) your current favorite grocery store(s) @missjeanie? 

[SportyGirly125]

@itsfi @Aww so cute. My store sold out the same day. In May they are coming out with mini  insulated bags.