FUN NEW TRADER JOE'S TASTE TEST

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  • Опубликовано: 6 фев 2025
  • My family and I tried all the NEW items at Trader Joe's, plus some great seasonal goodies. Watch to find out what we loved.
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    Website: KatieHespe.com
    Disclaimer: This video is not sponsored by Trader Joe's and is not conducted on behalf of the company.

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  • @SuperPunchahoe
    @SuperPunchahoe 4 года назад +9

    Omg, tears in my eyes seeing how loving and affectionate Tim is to Benson! Benson looks at you two with such adoration and love!

    • @KatieHespe
      @KatieHespe  4 года назад +2

      He is the sweetest boy, and Tim is an amazing dad! 🥰

  • @shalianaponte6598
    @shalianaponte6598 4 года назад +2

    This is irrelevant to your content, but I love the color coordination! You look so pretty and cozy, which can be hard to achieve in Boston! As we all search for an extra dose of positivity, I wanted to say "Thank you" to you &your family. I really hope you know your efforts are so appreciated and the 3 of you put a smile on SO MANY FACES. I work at Wegmans (i used to work at TJs) amongst a spoiled demographic and knowing I have a K-Hes video in the queue helps me reset. Your family is incredibly special. Please bring your Dad back:)

  • @beautybynili5095
    @beautybynili5095 4 года назад +25

    Im from middle eastern and zaartar is a seasoning we use on our bread , try with olive oil.... add good amount of zartar to olive oil and let it soak for couple hours and try with bread really good

    • @EmilyKaplan
      @EmilyKaplan 4 года назад

      came running to the comments to make sure to say th try the za’ataar with olive oil and pita but glad it has already been mentioned!

  • @irisdaniel5032
    @irisdaniel5032 4 года назад +61

    Try it on a pita bread, brushed with olive oil and Zaatar. Toast it for a few minutes. It’s delicious 😋

    • @susanblack947
      @susanblack947 4 года назад +5

      and then sprinkle with feta and olive slices - yummy

    • @kelliepatten3924
      @kelliepatten3924 4 года назад +1

      Sounds so yummy!

    • @asm8911
      @asm8911 4 года назад

      Ugh I have everything but pita bread🥲

    • @claricemensah9594
      @claricemensah9594 4 года назад +1

      Yes that’s how I had it growing up we lived among a Lebanese community

    • @hannahkayee831
      @hannahkayee831 4 года назад

      Sounds delish!

  • @chihuahuasrule1175
    @chihuahuasrule1175 4 года назад

    You all are so cute with your color cordination! And the wrap looks great on you!
    I use Zatar seasoning with grilled meat (beef, lamb/chicken) and vegetable kabobs. The veg kabobs consist of zuchini, onion and tomatoes, (tastes great with the grilled tomatoes) then place them over Trader Joe's Cous Cous.
    Trader Joe's garlic sauce and harissa (spicy) could be used as dip for the kabobs, and side dishes like the middle eastern salad (4 pack) with dolmas could accompany the meal.

  • @ej7587
    @ej7587 4 года назад +12

    Try the Zaatar in a couscous salad with parsley,chickpeas, cucumbers, bell peppers, red onions..... soooo good

  • @sharonwhelanCALI
    @sharonwhelanCALI 4 года назад +2

    Customer since 1974 (South Pas store) when my dad took the five of us kids on a Sunday drive to check out this store recommended by Elmer Dills ion ABC7LA. I was so excited when the Olive Garden location in Ocean Ranch, Laguna Niguel became a Trader Joe’s - friendly employees, great products, decent prices; they make shopping fun! Heading there Wednesday during senior hours...💃. Thank you for the family videos with honest and informative reviews. Hi Benson!

  • @kristinmarie331
    @kristinmarie331 4 года назад +1

    LMAO! Tim and the almonds! Thst was great! Made my day

  • @heykacilynn
    @heykacilynn 4 года назад +6

    I love seeing the interactions between father and son - you guys are such a cute family.

  • @shai260688
    @shai260688 4 года назад +5

    I use za'atar as my spice in a tomato, feta and olive oil salad! Saw many other suggestions here like with hummus or on grilled pita.

  • @rita7656
    @rita7656 4 года назад

    Hi Katie! Another great Trader joe's haul. I'll be going to trader joe next week to pick up some of those new item. Have a wonderful day and stay safe.

  • @sondranewall405
    @sondranewall405 4 года назад

    Your lovely family is such a great asset to Trader Joes. I love shopping in that store. The nicest check out people and best customer service ever in South Florida.

  • @AA-sy1cr
    @AA-sy1cr 4 года назад +2

    I am from middle east and the way we eat za'atar is mixing it with olive oil in a bowl and then dip homemade bread in this mixture.

  • @marjan2587
    @marjan2587 4 года назад

    Zaatar is great on fries, kabob or eggs. Also you can put lebneh on toast and sprinkle some zaatar on top of that for breakfast, really yummy that way

  • @marticiab.7010
    @marticiab.7010 4 года назад

    So glad you do these taste test 😋 I probably wouldn't have brought acv drinks but believe I will try them now thanks Katie love y'all my sweet friends ❤ 💕

  • @yvettewhite828
    @yvettewhite828 4 года назад +3

    Love the tomato soup idea with croutons. Great idea 👍👍👍👍

  • @Dd-mn3cr
    @Dd-mn3cr 4 года назад

    Love their cupcakes, always buy the chocolate with buttercream, so moist & yummy!!

  • @Gigi-fv9ky
    @Gigi-fv9ky 4 года назад +9

    Loved Tim's enthusiasm over the almonds. 😃 about 5 or so years ago, at Christmas they had a set of international spices in the little round tins, and Za'atar was one of the set. I bought it because I was so curious but I never really knew what to do with any of them. I do remember the lemony flavor of it, though. Maybe they will bring the set back at some point. I think that sparkly label is very pretty, too.

    • @KatieHespe
      @KatieHespe  4 года назад +2

      I somewhat remember those seasonal tins. You are a true TJ lover...you’ve purchased so many unique items over the years 😀

  • @SBakall2
    @SBakall2 4 года назад +2

    I love zaatar sprinkled on labneh with a drizzle of nice olive oil topped with some pomegranate seeds .. and dip with hot pita bread.. yummy...

  • @barbarachmura2695
    @barbarachmura2695 4 года назад +1

    Love your videos. I've bought several items you've enjoyed and have not been disappointed. Great job!!!! Love seeing Benson being willing to participate! YAY, Benson!

  • @kelliepatten3924
    @kelliepatten3924 4 года назад +2

    Love Tim's reaction to the almonds!! Made me laugh out loud. Do they have dairy in them I wonder? Benson is so cute. Great video. Happy weekend.

  • @sanditollette7071
    @sanditollette7071 4 года назад

    My FAVORITE grocery hauls are the ones where someone actually opens up the packages, so the viewers like my self can see what it looks like ___ Katie your grocery haul is the best, you go a step farther & let all your viewers know what the food taste like too :) I am a new subscriber today & would like so much to see what Trader Joe's has in GLUTEN FREE foods & vegan meats __ I cannot eat gluten of any kind & have a really hard time finding any gluten free & meat free foods ___ also being ORGANIC would be a big bonus too :)

  • @monicagoodell7459
    @monicagoodell7459 4 года назад

    You want to bloom za’atar in some olive oil or butter in a warm pan, then dip pita bread or veggies into it. Great to use for a dish or poultry marinade w olive oil as well. Sprinkle it into a lemon vinaigrette and toss into a tomato cucumber & feta salad.it goes well with roasted eggplant or sweet potato and is delicious w avocado.

  • @yukjellybeans
    @yukjellybeans 4 года назад +7

    Omg benson's face after his second taste of the drink was so cute! At the 5 min mark.

  • @lynnduke8700
    @lynnduke8700 4 года назад +5

    When Benson says something is “yummy” I have to buy it! 💙😂💙

  • @jeannehamadrn3306
    @jeannehamadrn3306 4 года назад +8

    I put it in olive oil and dip pita in it. Yum!

  • @cherylgeary2940
    @cherylgeary2940 4 года назад

    Nice job Katie, Tim and Benson! I would love for a special video introducing the chickens.

  • @lindyque
    @lindyque 4 года назад +1

    The almonds!!! 👍🏼
    Thank you for the Saturday fun!😘

  • @angelicabriseno6444
    @angelicabriseno6444 4 года назад

    I agree with the taco salad although I love it!! I added extra hot sauce and chips :)

  • @mayareese2502
    @mayareese2502 4 года назад

    It's really good on Israeli salad: diced tomatoes and cucumbers (we also add avocado, green onion, and sometimes bell pepper). Some people add parsley or red onion. Dressed with olive oil and vinegar/lemon, salt, and of course za'atar

  • @florenceyoung1246
    @florenceyoung1246 4 года назад +2

    Those cupcakes look so yummy. I'm eager to try those almonds! Such a cute little family you have, Katie!

  • @kayceprince3897
    @kayceprince3897 4 года назад +14

    I highly recommend coating some slices of Haloumi cheese in the za’atar seasoning and then grilling. It makes a delicious vegetarian main that you can put over veggies and couscous. SO good!

  • @belgiumgirl8970
    @belgiumgirl8970 4 года назад

    Aw, daddy’s little man❤️
    Another great taste test!

  • @calichrist1790
    @calichrist1790 4 года назад +7

    With za’taar you can make Dukkah, put it in a blender with almonds and grind up. I sprinkle this on cauliflower and chickpea shawarma, so good!

    • @KatieHespe
      @KatieHespe  4 года назад

      Interesting, thank you!

    • @88keys65
      @88keys65 4 года назад

      I think Trader Joe's recently came out with a Dukkah seasoning. If you do a google image search you can see what the ingredients are. It looks delicious!

  • @rdaldin4
    @rdaldin4 4 года назад

    oh I love the reaction to the almond butter covered almonds :'-D so funny!

  • @jenniferm.7772
    @jenniferm.7772 4 года назад +6

    The chile spiced pineapples would be delicious as a garnish on a spicy margarita!

    • @breel4769
      @breel4769 4 года назад +1

      That sounds so good!

  • @RuthieAtHome
    @RuthieAtHome 4 года назад +28

    Za’atar on avocado toast with a sprinkle of salt is delicious.

  • @xokatelynnnnn
    @xokatelynnnnn 4 года назад

    Awww sweet Benson! I’ve got to try this drink seeing how much he enjoyed it hahaha

  • @TheMonicaw42
    @TheMonicaw42 4 года назад +5

    Tim: heck yeah I like them 😂😂😂😂

  • @brigits353
    @brigits353 4 года назад

    Love it, the almonds are definitely on my list now! Thanks!

  • @barbaramastny1414
    @barbaramastny1414 4 года назад

    Luv the video!!! FAM!!! Benson so cute!!! 👍🍜🍛💞☺

  • @elicohen9930
    @elicohen9930 4 года назад +1

    Za'atar on avocado toast, a bagel with butter, eggs

  • @ellenbryant7679
    @ellenbryant7679 4 года назад

    Hi Katie, Thanks. Ellen

  • @lisamoreira2866
    @lisamoreira2866 3 года назад

    Za’atar is also great on chickpeas!

  • @melissamacdonald3834
    @melissamacdonald3834 4 года назад

    I love how you guys are all matching. Too adorable

  • @nancyfasolino7607
    @nancyfasolino7607 4 года назад

    Love you guys! I remember loving those jelly beans and I must try and get the cupcakes for Valentine’s Day but hopefully they still sell them a week before lol

  • @avaphoenix3817
    @avaphoenix3817 4 года назад +1

    Happy New Year beautiful!
    Thank you so much for creating / sharing these taste test videos. Really help decide whether or not to pick the new items.

    • @KatieHespe
      @KatieHespe  4 года назад

      Happy New Year! Enjoy your weekend 😘

  • @michellehaehn255
    @michellehaehn255 4 года назад

    Benson is champ! I couldn't even sit calmly as an adult!!

  • @ShufflingYogi
    @ShufflingYogi 4 года назад +1

    Tim with the bunny hill comment I loved it

  • @marleneroberts2257
    @marleneroberts2257 4 года назад

    Love the jelly beans, just bought them! 😍

  • @MakeupByCassandra
    @MakeupByCassandra 4 года назад

    Za'atar is so good on roasted eggplant and on french fries.

  • @Kelly-yn5xw
    @Kelly-yn5xw 4 года назад

    zatar on salads is delicious! of course with yogurt/labneh, pita, hummus, avocado toast

  • @lynnduce5580
    @lynnduce5580 4 года назад +1

    What a sweet 😍 ❤ Benson is. Such a precious baby.

  • @sarahstram
    @sarahstram 4 года назад +2

    Your taste test videos make my day!

  • @debbiecanada8204
    @debbiecanada8204 4 года назад

    This taste test was awesome Katie and Tim! Benson is just so adorable 🎈🎈 I can't wait to get to Trader Joe's to try a lot of the things you hauled ! God Bless you and your beautiful family 🙏🙏✨🌹💞💖😊. See you next Friday I hope you have a wonderful week 😊🎈💖💞✨🌹

    • @KatieHespe
      @KatieHespe  4 года назад

      Hi Debbie! Have a great weekend!

  • @ckouri75
    @ckouri75 4 года назад +1

    Tim really loves the almonds!!!!

  • @enassabulhab4335
    @enassabulhab4335 4 года назад +2

    Put a little zaater with olive oil, and use it as dip with bread

  • @kimberlyholzerland4599
    @kimberlyholzerland4599 4 года назад

    Hi Katie. I was wondering if your Trader Joe's had the raspberry heart cookies? They're a heart shaped shortbread and so delicious. 💓 You didn't have them in your haul so I was just curious. 🙂

  • @lauraaday3230
    @lauraaday3230 4 года назад +1

    I'm headed there right now when o'clock Saturday afternoon Southern California and it's raining You guys look so cute thank you for all that you do

    • @KatieHespe
      @KatieHespe  4 года назад

      Thanks Laura, it’s raining hard here as well.

  • @shytowngrl
    @shytowngrl 4 года назад +4

    I have eaten fries that restaurants out zaatar on and they were very good

  • @sharigiarraputo3914
    @sharigiarraputo3914 4 года назад

    We put the Zatar on chicken tenders and we grill them

  • @catmama54
    @catmama54 4 года назад +7

    You guys are such a cute family and I want the jelly beans now lol

  • @erlyne0
    @erlyne0 4 года назад

    A nice, light IPA sounds delicious! :o) I may just need to try those almonds, too. Thanks for the tips!

  • @irener1111
    @irener1111 4 года назад +1

    Benson’s facial expressions. I wait for them! I wanted to try those pineapple slices but the carbs/sugar are crazy.

  • @amazonflower4165
    @amazonflower4165 4 года назад

    Suggestions for what is good to season steamed vegetables please.

  • @ellenbryant7679
    @ellenbryant7679 4 года назад

    Hi Katie, Benson is such a CUTIE!!!! I was watching the T-J haul, and I agreed with one of the comments, loved your makeup. Gorgeous!!! Also your nails looked so pretty, loved the polish color, is it a salon color or one of yours? Would love to know what color it is. Ellen

    • @KatieHespe
      @KatieHespe  4 года назад

      Thank you, it’s one of my own nail polish’s, it’s Formula X by Sephora in color Fahrenheit

  • @bellsandbabies
    @bellsandbabies 4 года назад

    zaatar is good if you spread hummus on pita and sprinkle it on top, or just sprinkle it all over the top of plain hummus and add a little olive oil. Also, it'd be better if you roasted the veggies with the seasoning on them

  • @LS-gl9yv
    @LS-gl9yv 4 года назад

    Not a big fan of this seasoning but saw it in a high end restaurant on roasted chicken.

  • @cherylmarshall6874
    @cherylmarshall6874 4 года назад

    Loved the new video. I'm definitely going to search for the ACV Strawberry drinks and the Gf cupcakes 🧁. They looked yummy. Btw, your son is so adorable. Have a great weekend 🥰

    • @KatieHespe
      @KatieHespe  4 года назад +1

      Have a great weekend as well!

  • @Na.itlitzabete
    @Na.itlitzabete 4 года назад

    Zaatar on popcorn!

  • @maremacd
    @maremacd 4 года назад +1

    If you welcome suggestions for videos, I would enjoy a video about your chickens. 🐓🥚

  • @susanpanoyan4297
    @susanpanoyan4297 4 года назад

    Try the zaatar on labne or yogurt and then dip pita in it!

  • @kathyahaines4749
    @kathyahaines4749 4 года назад +1

    I love that beer can lol 🤣 I would have to buy it and save it 😂 really want to try the gluten free muffins and cupcakes 😋 the seasoning I'm not familiar with.ill have to look for some recipes. Maybe if you cook your veggies with it, it will mellow it's flavor. I'm going to buy it 🤗 Benson was loving the strawberry drink. That's enough for me to try it lol. Thanks for a great taste test. 🥰😇

  • @maryc372ify
    @maryc372ify 4 года назад

    Justins, who make nut butters, makes an almond butter covered almond and cashew butter covered cashews. Really good!

  • @brendagregoryyuen4923
    @brendagregoryyuen4923 4 года назад +1

    Thanks Katie! I was wondering why you tap the pop tops of canned drinks before opening them? Is there a practical reason for this (I have never seen it done before). Otherwise, looks like the almonds and the cupcakes are winners.

    • @KatieHespe
      @KatieHespe  4 года назад +2

      At this point I think I tap the cans out of habit. When I was younger there was a rumor that if you tapped the tops of carbonated beverages it wouldn’t explode. I’ve just done it ever since I heard that 🙃

    • @brendagregoryyuen4923
      @brendagregoryyuen4923 4 года назад +2

      @@KatieHespe good enough reason to continue!!! thanks for sharing with me!

    • @eafj90
      @eafj90 4 года назад

      @@KatieHespe I do this too! For the same reason (but now a habit)!

  • @laurenmmlapointe
    @laurenmmlapointe 4 года назад +1

    I like it on pita with halloumi cheese

  • @thomassanfrancisco5850
    @thomassanfrancisco5850 4 года назад +1

    Confirmed almonds with almond butter on today's list by your consensus thumbs up. So happy to find a delicious gluten cupcake this week.

    • @derekdurst9984
      @derekdurst9984 4 года назад +1

      Me too! Tim went nuts! I'll be heading for the T'J's on Masonic!

    • @thomassanfrancisco5850
      @thomassanfrancisco5850 4 года назад

      @@derekdurst9984 I go there often. Maybe we crossed paths like ships in the night.

    • @derekdurst9984
      @derekdurst9984 4 года назад +1

      @@thomassanfrancisco5850 My last trip there was now 9 days ago, right after I had my Covid vaccine from Kaiser..a block away...after that rather emotional experience I felt I needed a little comfort that only a friendly TJ's can give..... don't remember those nuts though..so I need a return trip!

  • @lauraaday3230
    @lauraaday3230 4 года назад

    Hi found everything I wanted the one thing I couldn't find at the trader Joe's I went to were those almond butter covered almonds

  • @christalprice3956
    @christalprice3956 4 года назад

    Such a fun video!!! Great content!❤️

  • @mariamayub212
    @mariamayub212 4 года назад +1

    That was a wonderful taste test and I really liked all the cute Valentine's items as well as those carbonated drinks I forget the name but I might have to look into that cuz I love carbonation LOL I'm the same! Big hugs :-)

  • @elisha_jane
    @elisha_jane 4 года назад

    You would love za'atar on your salads. Very good topped on hummus. It may even already be on top of the Mediterranean hummus from Trader Joe's. Also you look so pretty 🦋

    • @KatieHespe
      @KatieHespe  4 года назад +1

      Great recommendations! I will try it on my salad next time 😊

  • @hitthefloor5687
    @hitthefloor5687 4 года назад

    Anyime Tim likes a drink I get it... so apple cider beverage drink added to my shopping list

  • @norm219
    @norm219 4 года назад

    Luved the taste test! Can’t wait to grab that pineapple 🍍 snack and almonds !😋😋😋 thanks a lot!!

  • @annwilson9803
    @annwilson9803 4 года назад +3

    Aw.sweet.family❤.your.outfits🤗
    CUTE❗❤

  • @maryfarmer2942
    @maryfarmer2942 4 года назад

    The lemony flavor is sumac.

  • @cheyanner.2201
    @cheyanner.2201 4 года назад

    Hey everyone! Does anyone know if the raspberry apple cider vinegar has been discontinued 😔😔 I can’t find it anywhere

    • @KatieHespe
      @KatieHespe  4 года назад +1

      I believe it may be a seasonal item.

    • @cheyanner.2201
      @cheyanner.2201 4 года назад

      @@KatieHespe wahh! When it comes back I totally have to stock up then
      Thanks for replying ❣️❣️❣️

  • @tanandfree1
    @tanandfree1 4 года назад

    I love your husband does the videos with you!

  • @Reinventing_Rachelle
    @Reinventing_Rachelle 4 года назад +5

    I'm a new vegetarian and my husband is also a meat eater. Can you share your taco salad recipe with all of us. I love taco salad.

    • @KatieHespe
      @KatieHespe  4 года назад

      Hey Rachelle. I already made a video about how I make my taco salad. Check it out: ruclips.net/video/aVOcDM2jpPE/видео.html

  • @TheMuirite
    @TheMuirite 4 года назад +3

    Za'atar is great when cooked.
    I mix with a little oil and mix that on the vegetables before I roast them. to
    another thing that we like in my household is it mixed in PLAIN yogurt with a little onion and stuff so it's kind of like tzatziki but different.

    • @KatieHespe
      @KatieHespe  4 года назад

      Good to know! I will cook it with my veggies next time.

  • @amelieisabel2225
    @amelieisabel2225 4 года назад +1

    Could you show us your taco salad recipe?

    • @amelieisabel2225
      @amelieisabel2225 4 года назад

      Your taco salad recipe video came up in my newsfeed!! That looks delicious! I can’t wait to try it 🤗 I am vegan, so I was excited to see that the jalapeño sauce you use is vegan ! Do you have any suggestions for a yummy Trader Joe’s dressing that could be used as an alternative to the cilantro dressing?

  • @MsBeckly
    @MsBeckly 4 года назад

    Thank you for a nice review! Just an FYI, the jelly beans have shellac so they are not vegetarian friendly.

    • @KatieHespe
      @KatieHespe  4 года назад

      Thanks for the heads up! Someone just made me aware of that, so thanks for looking out 😊

  • @SamElle
    @SamElle 4 года назад +1

    I want to get the trader joes heart macarons!!!! ive been seeing it on instagram and THEYRE SO CUTE

    • @KatieHespe
      @KatieHespe  4 года назад

      Me too! I can’t wait for them to come into my store.

  • @jenniferlund9646
    @jenniferlund9646 4 года назад

    How were the everything but the bagel chips with the jalapeño artichoke dip?

    • @KatieHespe
      @KatieHespe  4 года назад +1

      Really good! We got a spicier dip this time which balanced the garlic out perfectly!

    • @jenniferlund9646
      @jenniferlund9646 4 года назад

      @@KatieHespe Good to know! I love that dip and am looking for something to go with the chips. I wasn’t a huge fan of them on their own.

  • @joeyjonesSoCal
    @joeyjonesSoCal 4 года назад +2

    ☺️I just rewatched it, how did I miss the pineapple rings the first time through? 😭🙏🏼

    • @KatieHespe
      @KatieHespe  4 года назад

      Haha to be fair there was a lot this week!

  • @gericheng3156
    @gericheng3156 4 года назад +2

    just did a trader joes haul and now i need to go back.

  • @peppersunnyside1365
    @peppersunnyside1365 4 года назад

    💜 Benson 💜

  • @aliciakoch1743
    @aliciakoch1743 4 года назад

    Here for the many faces of benson 😁

  • @sscott504
    @sscott504 4 года назад

    "Oouu yeah I do"😆😆😆 I love Tim's reactions

  • @irener1111
    @irener1111 4 года назад

    Have you tried the Owl’s Brew Boozy tea? Is that new?

    • @KatieHespe
      @KatieHespe  4 года назад

      No, I haven’t even heard about it...will it be at TJ’s?

    • @irener1111
      @irener1111 4 года назад

      @@KatieHespe Yes I picked one up today. Mine is English Breakfast tea with lemon and lime. They had 3 flavors, I went with the safest one. Vegan, gluten free and 4.8%alc

  • @normavaldez9164
    @normavaldez9164 4 года назад

    Your son loves his sweets like me lol