Trader Joe’s trip, haul and taste test. What are some of our favorites? We LOVE Trader Joe's.

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  • @lg6041
    @lg6041 8 дней назад +7

    Heath bars and the toffee was thicker than Skor! Y’all
    Are so cute together.

  • @SouthernThruNThru
    @SouthernThruNThru 8 дней назад +9

    Oh goodness, I HATE driving in ATL, that must be some really good tea! You've convinced me to try it!

    • @LittleHillHomesteadGa
      @LittleHillHomesteadGa  8 дней назад +2

      You won't be disappointed, it's delicious! A touch of spice but not overwhelming. Enjoying my fist cup right now!!!

    • @cindyterroy4152
      @cindyterroy4152 8 дней назад +1

      I LOVE that tea! I just stocked up this year. I also think their chai tea is great.

  • @sandra2585
    @sandra2585 8 дней назад +5

    I just love watching you guys. It makes my heart full to hear you talk about Jesus. Jesus the reason for the season. May God bless you, your family and your amazing channel. Merry Christmas

  • @heathermiddleton4958
    @heathermiddleton4958 8 дней назад +3

    I love when Shawn is in the videos too. The two of you are so great together plus Shawn cracks me up.

  • @wildrosetreasuresva1837
    @wildrosetreasuresva1837 7 дней назад +2

    Thank you for sharing you TJ haul. You two are just too cute!! 💕 😊

  • @cristinwatts4684
    @cristinwatts4684 8 дней назад +1

    My daughter and I LOVE those dark peanut butter cups

  • @bekinddogoodeatplants
    @bekinddogoodeatplants 8 дней назад +1

    You two have a sweet energy together - balance each other well :)

  • @debichats8634
    @debichats8634 8 дней назад +1

    I love y’all so much!!! My husband isn’t a Trader Joe’s person…..but I AM! Ours is across town and very busy all the time! I’m going to get my daughter to go with me…I need that TEA!!! It sounds like something I could live on! Sean, you’re so much fun! Just the type of SIL I’d love to have! Ally….you’re the daughter I always wanted! (I think I’ve said this before). I can’t wait to see your Christmas cookie recipes….how about one for those Trader Joe’s peppermint cookies….I’m a sworn peppermint lover!!! Love the video and the way you react to each other! If that ain’t love, nothin’ is!! ❤❤❤

  • @marciag9716
    @marciag9716 6 дней назад

    Turmeric & Ginger tea. I agree with your choices, they are a great place to shop along with their brother store Aldi.

  • @TheSchnoodlemom
    @TheSchnoodlemom 8 дней назад +1

    Orange chicken is one of our new favorites. Hope you enjoy it too!

  • @oleandb3525
    @oleandb3525 8 дней назад +3

    I’m Jewish. The coins are called gelt-means money! Aldi has the mint Oreos and they also have the pieces of peppermint in them!

    • @LittleHillHomesteadGa
      @LittleHillHomesteadGa  8 дней назад +1

      Yum!! I got a few treats at Aldi last year. Thank you for telling me the name.

  • @webbadawn
    @webbadawn 8 дней назад +4

    The Heath bar is like the Skor

  • @mybullmastiff6214
    @mybullmastiff6214 8 дней назад +2

    New to your channel and love it!! We have a Rao’s in NYC, which is absolutely amazing. It’s pronounced Ray O’s. Great video!

  • @pamadcock433
    @pamadcock433 4 дня назад

    I'm also an hour and a half from Atlanta. Wish I had seen this video before Friday. We were there for a concert, and had to go to TJ's, of course. I would have gotten some of that tea, sounds yummy. Thanks for all your videos. I love dreaming about making all the things you show us!

    • @LittleHillHomesteadGa
      @LittleHillHomesteadGa  4 дня назад

      There wasn’t any left, I bought it all 😂🤣😂 just kidding. Hope you concert was fun.

  • @lauriedrake
    @lauriedrake 8 дней назад

    The Mandarin Orange is the BOMB!! I live 200 miles from TJs, last time I bought 25 bags to last me a while. I remember TJs from the beginning days when it was more a liquor/imported cigarette store in California. I'm going to turn my foodie cousins onto the store now that I know they are in Sandy Springs, thanks!

  • @lisataylor7787
    @lisataylor7787 8 дней назад +1

    You guys crack me up! 😂😂😂😂

  • @Lilies0220
    @Lilies0220 8 дней назад +2

    Yes! I too never understood why we didn’t/don’t celebrate at least a few of the Jewish holidays. I think it’s great that you’ve integrated Hanukkah into your Christmas celebrations. ❤

    • @LittleHillHomesteadGa
      @LittleHillHomesteadGa  8 дней назад +1

      I’m glad you’re enjoying our blend of traditions!

    • @cynthiafisher9907
      @cynthiafisher9907 8 дней назад

      Well, if you’re Christian, Jesus fulfilled the feasts, that’s why we don’t celebrate them. He is our Passover, He is our Firstfruits, etc. Jesus, we worship Him, not Jewish tradition.

  • @MarlenevT
    @MarlenevT 4 дня назад

    I miss Trader Joe's. When I lived in California there were 5 withing 20 minutes... now the closest is 3 hours one way.

  • @suzanmccarroll5489
    @suzanmccarroll5489 7 дней назад

    Yes. I celebrate Christmas different then most. I think everyone has their own traditions and beliefs. My favorite tea is Hot Cinnamon Spice from Harney and Sons. Its so good. It sounds like it is comparable to your Winter Wake Up.

    • @LittleHillHomesteadGa
      @LittleHillHomesteadGa  7 дней назад

      I tried that one and it’s more spicy. The Trader Joe’s is much more mellow but close.

    • @suzanmccarroll5489
      @suzanmccarroll5489 7 дней назад

      @ I’m a tough old lady. I like the heat. 😪🥵🥵🥵🥵

  • @fraweggy
    @fraweggy 8 дней назад

    You guys are awesome. Thanks for the Trader Joe's trip. Our neighbors have been begging for one and now I see why.

  • @heathercote995
    @heathercote995 8 дней назад +1

    You guys are the best 😊

  • @janetwilliams782
    @janetwilliams782 8 дней назад +1

    Oh my goodness love how shawn tried to bum u out lady lol..to funny..lol..cant wait for the cookie cooking ..love ur tradition cause christmas is about jesus❤..have a wonderful day ❤️ ❤

    • @LittleHillHomesteadGa
      @LittleHillHomesteadGa  8 дней назад +2

      Shawn’s got a great sense of humor, right?😂

    • @janetwilliams782
      @janetwilliams782 8 дней назад

      @LittleHillHomesteadGa oh yes he does..lol..ican c why u married this man..♡

  • @FrogWhizzer
    @FrogWhizzer 7 дней назад

    I LOVE ❤❤❤ THEIR ORANGE CHICKEN!

  • @janetrichardson2644
    @janetrichardson2644 8 дней назад

    I was planning to stop at Trader Joe’s today after my doctor’s appointment so now I have a few things to look for. 😂 I love the frozen meat lasagna it’s a great meal during this holiday season. The hand cream is so good and they have the best price on 4 count dryer balls. I’ve really enjoyed everything I’ve gotten from there and the employees are genuinely nice and helpful.

  • @wendyrobert9253
    @wendyrobert9253 8 дней назад

    It was 20 degree’s when I woke up this morning and I have had 1 foot of snow, still snowing lightly. I love your videos.

  • @oleandb3525
    @oleandb3525 8 дней назад +2

    I went to TJ Friday. I got the veggie fried rice-was $1 less than the chicken one. Added some turkey, was yummy. Also got some eggnog yogurt-deeelicious! By the way, Aldi’s organic marinara is better than any I’ve found and not as much salt!

  • @gaylesmith1738
    @gaylesmith1738 8 дней назад

    I totally agree with you about Jewish holidays! I was NEVER taught anything about them growing up. I'd love to learn!
    Your show is so fun to watch! I've already tried several of your recipes.
    I used to live in Smyrna & have been to the Trader Joe's in Sandy Springs! I miss living there. (I'm in Minnesota now!! 😜)
    💕

  • @meve531
    @meve531 8 дней назад +1

    You guys are so cute, marriage goals! 😍

    • @LittleHillHomesteadGa
      @LittleHillHomesteadGa  8 дней назад +1

      We have had our ups and downs but I think we’re pretty good at making it work! 😂

  • @thatotherdebra1834
    @thatotherdebra1834 8 дней назад

    Thank you for taking us with you! 😊 I've never been to Trader Joe's.

  • @suemikalian6265
    @suemikalian6265 8 дней назад

    I love Trader Joe’s. We get to go every three weeks as it is near one of my doctor’s offices. I love their Greek yogurt especially the honey and vanilla bean flavors. Also, get the unexpected cheddar which is cheddar and Parmesan combined. The cookie butter is great on toast. We buy the brioche bread and make French toast with it. In the Fall, definitely get the maple butter!

    • @LittleHillHomesteadGa
      @LittleHillHomesteadGa  8 дней назад

      Our oldest kid loves the cookie butter on oatmeal. I saw the yogurt and almost got it.

  • @cindyterroy4152
    @cindyterroy4152 8 дней назад +1

    Penzy’s has a really rich Dutch process cocoa that is phenomenal!

  • @ninakennedy1783
    @ninakennedy1783 8 дней назад

    Heath bars, Skor bars... yum

  • @theresamwelch1434
    @theresamwelch1434 8 дней назад

    Its A Christmas hug in a mug!! Lol😊

  • @Cynthia-dv8ji
    @Cynthia-dv8ji 5 дней назад

    Lol he's a lil hungry ❤

  • @CrystaLee02
    @CrystaLee02 8 дней назад +1

    Trader Joe's is my all time favorite store . When we moved to North Idaho, the closest one was about 40 mins away. Definitely took for granted that California had so many. But this past month they opened one up in our city now only about 10 mins away! So exciting but also dangerous, lol !! So excited for your Christmas cookies!!!

    • @LittleHillHomesteadGa
      @LittleHillHomesteadGa  8 дней назад +2

      Is this sissy? If not Shawn’s sister has the same name and moved to Idaho. It has to be her, too close not to be. ❤️

    • @cathye1950
      @cathye1950 8 дней назад +2

      Wow!! I live in the same place in North Idaho!! Haven't been to our brand new Trader Joe's yet but soon! It's nice to "see" a fellow Idahoan!

    • @CrystaLee02
      @CrystaLee02 7 дней назад

      @cathye1950 oh neat, and you watch my brother and sister n law , small world 😉 so happy Trader Joe's is closer now , been twice so far !

    • @CrystaLee02
      @CrystaLee02 7 дней назад

      @@LittleHillHomesteadGa yes it's me !!!

    • @LittleHillHomesteadGa
      @LittleHillHomesteadGa  7 дней назад +1

      @@CrystaLee02 I figured! Shawn says Hi My Sissy!

  • @5boysmomma
    @5boysmomma 8 дней назад

    Best chocolate ever is at Aldi Christmas or whatever. They even have pieces you can string on the tree if you want.

  • @brandibizzle3676
    @brandibizzle3676 8 дней назад +1

    Wish this video had come out before I went to Trader Joe’s last night. It’s in my town, but it takes forever to get there. Lol So I won’t be going back until sometime next year. Wish I had known about that tea, though!!

  • @ntepup77
    @ntepup77 8 дней назад +1

    Heath bars. I learned how to make them off a recipe somewhere on youtube. I regret it because I make it 2-3 times a year and it is soooooooo goood!!!

  • @hilaryquinn8673
    @hilaryquinn8673 8 дней назад

    Wake Up Tea is the best and the packaging is beautiful & the price is good.

  • @katescaringcorner6765
    @katescaringcorner6765 8 дней назад

    I love when you two are together! Probably you do too. But it’s fun for us to see you guys banter and talk and joke and laugh. So bad Shawn had to work and earn money. But thank you, Shawn for joining in the unloading and tasting for us. Always grateful for that.
    PS if you’re giving your dog those bullies, research the process of how they are made along with any other “rawhide” type dog chew. Ask your own self, would you want to eat something that tells you to wash your own hands after handling it? Do you know why they advise to wash after handling it?

  • @vallis1469
    @vallis1469 8 дней назад

    Monrovia, California? Girl, how in the world did you end up in Georgia? That's a story, right there. haha Love your haul. Olives, blue cheese....amazing! I must say, Shawn is the best-est taste-tester on the Tube. I am totally unanimous in that! Love it.

    • @LittleHillHomesteadGa
      @LittleHillHomesteadGa  8 дней назад +4

      Shawn’s work gave us the opportunity to open a new office here 12 years ago. We wanted our kids to be able to afford life so we took the leap. It’s been a blessing!

  • @marymcfall8538
    @marymcfall8538 8 дней назад

    their ginger cookies!! seriously good. they have 3 kinds of ginger in them

  • @halfmade-homemade
    @halfmade-homemade 5 дней назад

    We need a DIY trader Joes Dupe series! We don’t have TJ in Canada

  • @beadwright
    @beadwright 8 дней назад

    Kringles are awesome!

  • @cathiefarr9698
    @cathiefarr9698 8 дней назад

    Gnocchi is sooooo easy to make.

  • @julie2404
    @julie2404 8 дней назад +2

    Yes in Raos recipe. As a diabetic it’s supposed to be better on sugars

    • @LittleHillHomesteadGa
      @LittleHillHomesteadGa  8 дней назад +2

      On it!

    • @julie2404
      @julie2404 8 дней назад +1

      @@LittleHillHomesteadGa just made ur scones. In the oven now with dried raspberries

  • @RuthKabrud-zh2gp
    @RuthKabrud-zh2gp 2 дня назад

    I live in Missouri now but grew up in California ... our Trader Joes was in Whittier

  • @pamgraham6332
    @pamgraham6332 8 дней назад

    I googled the Winter wake up tea and it can be ordered from Walmart or Amazon.

  • @SusanBrazeal
    @SusanBrazeal 5 дней назад

    New subbie from Atlanta. Susan

  • @marysewitsky4823
    @marysewitsky4823 8 дней назад

    We live in east Tenn and would drive to Nashville to Trader Joe’s, we f8nally got one in Knoxville. Going to look for honey walnut shrimp. Thanks

  • @OurSmallTownLife
    @OurSmallTownLife 8 дней назад

    I'm about an hour from a Trader Joe's but I'm thinking I need to make the trip!

  • @diligent_seeker
    @diligent_seeker 8 дней назад

    I go to the TJ's in Athens. I was wondering if that was the one you'd be going to, but I see it isn't. I'll have to pick up some of that tea. My family loves their Hazlenut cookies w/the cream in the center and also TJ's Kung Pao Chicken. I have a friend that drives 2 hrs. to the Athens one from Augusta, and she said the TJ's employees told her they were putting one there, too (Augusta).

  • @kathithompson5951
    @kathithompson5951 8 дней назад +1

    Ya'll are so cute and so fun. Always have fun together that is my recipe for a long lasting marriage. My husband and I had fun together and were married for 40 years until he went home to the Lord.

    • @LittleHillHomesteadGa
      @LittleHillHomesteadGa  8 дней назад +1

      I’m so sorry for your loss ❤️

    • @kathithompson5951
      @kathithompson5951 8 дней назад

      @LittleHillHomesteadGa thank you. I am just grateful that the Lord blessed me with 40 wonderful years with him. I will miss him every day but the awesome memories of our time together and the love and fun that we had are so important and priceless to me. You and your husband remind me so much of us 20 years ago. Always hold on to the fun and love.

  • @kathywills3244
    @kathywills3244 8 дней назад

    Ok Amazon sells this tea cause we don’t have a Trader Joe’s near me. Sold I’m gonna give it a try. Have a blessed day!

  • @richardsondeb1
    @richardsondeb1 8 дней назад

    Oh, Ali.................you are such a baaaadddd influence!! My TJ is about 20 min away and I got 10 boxes of tea!!!! Love it! I didn't see any Lacey cookies at my store, darn it. They looked so good. Could you share your recipe for them???? And last but not least, thanks for sharing your thoughts about the Jewish traditions. I never thought about it like that. I think it will add a new demission to the history of Christ and the history of the Jews. Merry CHRISTmas! Deb

    • @LittleHillHomesteadGa
      @LittleHillHomesteadGa  8 дней назад +1

      Thank you!!’ The Lacey cookies are above the frozen food in the middle isle but the chocolate. Have fun when you go back tomorrow to find them 😂

    • @richardsondeb1
      @richardsondeb1 7 дней назад

      @@LittleHillHomesteadGa LOL, you are so right! but I think I'll wait until Sat. 😁

  • @cherifertsch9362
    @cherifertsch9362 8 дней назад

    I wish I had a trader joes

  • @kimgraham4459
    @kimgraham4459 4 дня назад

    I personally think that I as a Christian should be much more aware and educated about the "Jewish" feasts. I studied them a couple years ago and instantly felt my walk had been missing something vital. They were given by God to remind them (us) of their history, God's faithfulness, and of His promises of things to come. When Christ returns we will celebrate with a feast and most Christians will have no idea of what any of it means or how to partake. I am certainly no expert and have so much to learn, but if God commanded it and Jesus celebrated them, I want to know more! Thanks for consistently great videos that always teach me something new!

  • @irishpixierose
    @irishpixierose 8 дней назад +1

    I've never been to a Trader Joe's.

  • @lynnthompson6927
    @lynnthompson6927 8 дней назад

    Rao's got bought by Cambells this year so even if it was good it won't be anymore!

  • @theodoorfisher9410
    @theodoorfisher9410 7 дней назад

    how about the German pickles 🥒 for the tree ?????

  • @cindyterroy4152
    @cindyterroy4152 8 дней назад

    You should try TJ’s Chai. It’s wonderful.

  • @KitchenFairy61
    @KitchenFairy61 8 дней назад

    Try Bigelow's Constant Comment for a similar type of tea.

    • @LittleHillHomesteadGa
      @LittleHillHomesteadGa  8 дней назад

      I have that one but find it is a little more strong in flavor. I do enjoy it though.

  • @michelesalazar2045
    @michelesalazar2045 8 дней назад

    At Christmas Trader Joe's has Gingerbread ice cream os good

  • @mentha_101
    @mentha_101 8 дней назад

    2.5 hours? Does that include traffic time while *in* Atlanta? You're brave. Driving in Atlanta is worse than driving through Los Angeles. Luckily I live close to one because the cranberry dunkers, triple ginger snaps cookies, and houseplants are the only things I get when I go to TJ's but my MIL sends the peppermint Jo Jo's cookies from TJ's for Christmas each year. Surprisingly they make the 2000+ mile trip from California really well. Nice haul. I'm glad to find that you're embracing the biblical holidays. We started going to Messianic gatherings and ditch traditional holidays about 20 years ago or so. Fwiw: Jesus did celebrate Hanukkah at somewhere about John 10:20. It was called the feast of dedication.

  • @mariephillips1393
    @mariephillips1393 8 дней назад

    The Trader Joe’s parking lot is so small and it’s hard to get into. I end up so stressed out and so shopping is not fun for me. I have decided to not shop there. Maybe they will build another one in this area some day

  • @BrigetteFranklin
    @BrigetteFranklin 8 дней назад

    Shawn seems to be getting much more comfortable in front of the camera

  • @BrigetteFranklin
    @BrigetteFranklin 8 дней назад

    Trader Je and Aldi are each owner by one of two brothers fom Germany one fom what was east Germany and the other form wha as West Germany

  • @dawngrimmius4971
    @dawngrimmius4971 8 дней назад

    I’m 4 hours from Trader Joe’s and can only go 1 time a year. We just went Saturday and now I’m sad I missed tea!!

  • @MarianneMartin-vo6hv
    @MarianneMartin-vo6hv 7 дней назад

    If you’d like to watch “Acre Homestead” she makes homemade gnocchi. I’m sure it’s great.

  • @pamhunt392
    @pamhunt392 8 дней назад

    Acre homestead makes homemade gnoke

  • @candemitchell8616
    @candemitchell8616 8 дней назад

    Any of their trail mix, I live over 2 hours away but was in Denver last week and stocked up on non perishable that I could fly home with

  • @lh824
    @lh824 3 дня назад

    FYI, Rao's is pronounced: RAY-oh's. ☃️

  • @soniaspf9705
    @soniaspf9705 8 дней назад

    Trader Joe's is owned by Aldi North (German owned by the Albrecht family)

  • @Cesbeswreathsanddecors
    @Cesbeswreathsanddecors 8 дней назад

    What part of GA are you living in we just moved from peach tree city GA And moved to Tn we are about 45 outside of Knoxville I relate a lot with you being I’m from the northwest Washington state Tacoma area. I miss a lot of some things I use to buy for cooking like Johnny’s season. Maybe you could figure out how to make that😊

  • @ninakennedy1783
    @ninakennedy1783 8 дней назад

    My family and I do not like Rao's sauce. It had a weird flavor.

  • @DesWorld910
    @DesWorld910 8 дней назад

    Has to do with the Council of Nicaea under Constantine the First. There are Christian groups that celebrate both Passover and Easter too. Jesus celebrated Passover which is depicted by the painting of the Last Supper. I find it interesting how Passover is a biblical commandment and not rabbinical which means all generations must celebrate and never forget the Passover. Yet the Council of Nicaea did away with Passover all together. Early Christian’s celebrated both.
    I like what you’re doing for Christmas and incorporating parts of Hanukkah into your traditions. Trader Joe’s has in the past had delicious packages of chocolate coins. I didn’t see them this year😒. Try making some latkes this year or purchasing them from Trader Joe’s in the freezer section. They’re delicious!
    I would love to see if you have a good recipe for the caramel chips from Trader Joe’s. I tried the recipe on the back of bag last year and didn’t care for the taste of the cookies. The chips on their own taste fantastic!

  • @barbarajeanbraceletlady3090
    @barbarajeanbraceletlady3090 7 дней назад

    Rao, is pronounced Ray Oh’s.

  • @wendyrobert9253
    @wendyrobert9253 8 дней назад

    Raos is recommended for keto people, people with diabetes like my disabled son, low in carbs and low in sugar, it’s not really for the taste. IMHO.

    • @LittleHillHomesteadGa
      @LittleHillHomesteadGa  8 дней назад +2

      I think the misconception is that it is organic and somehow healthier when in fact it’s only less sugar and everything else is about the same as a crappy jar from the store. It’s trendy and at $7 a jar I just can’t jump on board.

  • @cheriwilliams7001
    @cheriwilliams7001 7 дней назад

    It’s because Christians have forgotten that our Savior is a Jew, Praise His Holy name!!

  • @denisebooth866
    @denisebooth866 8 дней назад

    Don’t really like Rao’s

  • @cynthiafisher9907
    @cynthiafisher9907 8 дней назад

    The reason Jesus still celebrated the feasts is because He was Jewish. After He came and became our sacrifice, He fulfilled all the reason for the feasts. The feasts were looking forward to the Messiah that would come. The Old Testament was filled with types and shadows, but when the real Passover and Firsfriuits, etc. came, we don’t need types and shadows anymore.
    Galatians 3:24-25 “Wherefore the law was our schoolmaster to bring us unto Christ, that we might be justified by faith. But after that faith is come, we are no longer under a schoolmaster.
    To me, going back to the law is very disrespectful to what Jesus came to do. If we choose to live by the law, why did He need to come?
    It sounds like you guys are doing it more for context and cultural significance than for obeying the law, which I can understand.

    • @LittleHillHomesteadGa
      @LittleHillHomesteadGa  8 дней назад +1

      Totally agree! We are doing it for context and to learn his traditions. We want to understand how Jesus lived and how we can further our relationship with him. We use it as a reminder of Gods faithfulness in our lives. We do a nightly prayer to Jesus when we light the candles and give thanks to him for what he did for us. Thank you so much for your comment. Shawn especially loves apologetics!

  • @cindyterroy4152
    @cindyterroy4152 8 дней назад

    You should try TJ’s Chai. It’s wonderful.