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The 10 Best Appetizers at Trader Joe’s

All of the coconut shrimp, none of the effort.

The Best New Fall Treats From Trader Joe’s

Like garlic cheese dip and teeny tiny apple pies.

8 Best Air Fryers: Breville, Ninja, Philips, and More

Do you need one? Probably not. Should you get one? Almost certainly.

10 Truly Easy Meals From Trader Joe’s

Like you-don’t-even-need-a-knife easy.

Trader Joe’s ‘Unexpected Cheddar Spread’ Is an Unexpected Delight

Plus more August winners and losers, reviewed.

This Trader Joe’s Gelato Tastes Like Swirly Soft Serve

Plus, a reformulated hummus, cat-approved cat treats, and more new products reviewed.

This Coconut Charcoal Works Wonders for Marathon Grilling and Smoking

No more short-lived, sometimes-too-smoky hardwood charcoal for me.

Trader Joe’s Garlic Hot Sauce Is Not a Want but a Need

Plus more June finds reviewed, like chimichurri chicken and s’mores ice cream.

This Buttermilk Ranch Dressing Is Trader Joe’s New Gem

More May gems (and lumps of coal) right this way.

An Insulated Thermos as Pretty as It Is Functional

If you host brunch, knitting circles, book clubs, or tarot readings, you need this teapot-shaped insulated carafe.

Trader Joe’s Finally Has Confetti Cake Mix

Just don’t call it Funfetti—the lawyers can hear us.

The Best Etsy Stores for Hunting Vintage Pyrex

I did the late night scrolling so you don’t have to.

I Tried Trader Joe’s Burrata Ravioloni, Then Went Back for 3 More Boxes

Plus more March products—like chickenless wings and sriracha seasoning—reviewed.

The Best Bread Knife Costs $19 But Is Worth Its Weight In Gold

Use it on the crustiest sourdough boules and the juiciest tomatoes.

Has Trader Joe's Reached Peak Pickle? Maybe, Maybe Not

We review "Pickled Pups," plus frozen rigatoni, jalapeño rolls, and more fresh finds from February.

What is Bar Keepers Friend?

Give your Dutch oven and sheet pans a new lease on life.

I Splurged for the Fanciest Dishwasher, and It Was Worth It

My Miele dishwasher cleaned a pot coated with burned caramel. Need I say more?

Trader Joe’s Now Has Corn Ribs Because Summer Is a State of Mind

And more January finds reviewed, like chewy tteok and bland ginger beer.

Trader Joe’s Eggplant Parm Sfogliatelle Is the Party Snack of the Season

Plus, more finds from November, reviewed.