topic Re: Kringle in Kitchen

Kringle

globegrl — Wed, 12 Nov 2014 23:10:51 GMT

It is truly sad that Kringles are currently selling on QVC for $42.00 for two when you can buy them at Trader Joe's for $7.99 apiece.

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RespectLife — Wed, 12 Nov 2014 23:14:36 GMT

I think you get what you pay for. The kringle I purchased at Trader Joe's, IMHO, was NO WHERE as good as the Racine Kringle I purchased from QVC. It was like comparing Little Debbie's to a high quality bakery item.

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Etoile308 — Wed, 12 Nov 2014 23:20:56 GMT

Why is it so hard for others to understand that not everyone has a Trader Joe's, or for that matter, any type of high end grocery store near them. Also, how simple this is to buy an unexpected gift delivered to a loved one. Some feel its worth the value.

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lory — Wed, 12 Nov 2014 23:23:54 GMT

Qvc price on those kringles is highway robbery. I purchase the same Racine kringles in local grocery stores for a fraction of the qvc price. They are definitely under $10.

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Yahooey — Wed, 12 Nov 2014 23:44:13 GMT

Went to TJ today and saw the Almond Kringle for those interested.

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magicmoodz — Thu, 13 Nov 2014 02:09:17 GMT

On 11/12/2014 RespectLife said:
I think you get what you pay for. The kringle I purchased at Trader Joe's, IMHO, was NO WHERE as good as the Racine Kringle I purchased from QVC. It was like comparing Little Debbie's to a high quality bakery item.

I thought Trader Joe's Kringle was made in Racine!?!?!?

I recently purchased a Kringle at a grocery (not TJ's) and it was $6.00 for 28 oz. It too was made in Racine.

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KYToby — Thu, 13 Nov 2014 02:15:35 GMT

What is truly sad is deciding how others spend their own money and judging them because you do not approve of their purchases.

No one is required to buy food here. If you have access to and enjoy TJ's, great!, but not everyone can or wants to purchase from there.

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Caligurll — Thu, 13 Nov 2014 05:19:11 GMT

I love the Almond Kringle from Trader Joes, with a cup of coffee. I just bought three, two for the freezer for Thanksgiving and Christmas, and one for now.

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debcakes — Thu, 13 Nov 2014 06:20:05 GMT

I think this is an item that is not available everywhere.

However, Racine Kringle $3.99 at my grocery store this week.

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Jolexi — Thu, 13 Nov 2014 16:02:16 GMT

I don't think anyone was belittling the choice or ability of some to purchase here or locally; i think the issue the OP had is the price that the Q decides to sell the kringles.

If you choose to purchase it and you don't mind paying that amount, then it really doesn't matter what anyone thinks, no?

It is a rather inflated price, though, in my opinion. I would imagine if anyone saw that price at a local store for the same item, people would have the same reaction, either way.

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Danky — Thu, 13 Nov 2014 16:05:10 GMT

On 11/12/2014 KYToby said:
What is truly sad is deciding how others spend their own money and judging them because you do not approve of their purchases.

No one is required to buy food here. If you have access to and enjoy TJ's, great!, but not everyone can or wants to purchase from Add to Wish List there.

The OP, GLOBEGRL, did none of those things. She simply shared factual information for those who may find it helpful. Thanks, OP...

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RespectLife — Thu, 13 Nov 2014 16:08:47 GMT

I am glad if you ladies are enjoying the Trader Joe's Kringles. Wish I did because the cost savings IS substantial.

Trader Joe's does NOT publish where the products originate from. Only that they 'distribute' it. The FDA does not require them to do so...even from foreign destinations. The problem w/ Trader Joe's is that you have NO idea where it is made. This has been a topic of a previous thread. They refuse to divulge where the item comes from.

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phluphy — Thu, 13 Nov 2014 16:45:56 GMT

I have purchased the Pumpkin Kringle from Trader Joe's. It is delicious. The Q prices on some of their food items is quite high, IMO. That doesn't mean if you like some of their items you can't buy them. The OP was just stating the difference in price. Will go back and get the Almond one too. I did ask where they are from and TJ's told me Racine. There is also a OH dutch bakery in Racine, Wisconsin and they too sell Kringles. Have had theirs too.

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Nannerbelles — Thu, 13 Nov 2014 17:10:26 GMT

I live in the kringle capital of Racine, WI! O&H Bakery here in Racine has the best kringles, other brands do not compare. My daughter lives in Denver and she said Trader Joe's does sell O&H kringle she actually sent me a picture and was thrilled to get them. O&H has a website that you can order kringle but I think the shipping can be quite high.

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debcakes — Thu, 13 Nov 2014 23:59:52 GMT

On 11/13/2014 phluphy said:
I have purchased the Pumpkin Kringle from Trader Joe's. It is delicious. The Q prices on some of their food items is quite high, IMO. That doesn't mean if you like some of their items you can't buy them. The OP was just stating the difference in price. Will go back and get the Almond one too. I did ask where they are from and TJ's told me Racine. There is also a OH dutch bakery in Racine, Wisconsin and they too sell Kringles. Have had theirs too.

O&H is a Danish bakery as are most of the other kringle makers in Racine. They have their main bakery and the Danish Uncle Store which is a smaller bakery and deli type store. Their are several other Danish bakeries in town, too. All good.

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funwun — Fri, 14 Nov 2014 00:21:23 GMT

On 11/13/2014 Jolexi said:
I don't think anyone was belittling the choice or ability of some to purchase here or locally; i think the issue the OP had is the price that the Q decides to sell the kringles.

If you choose to purchase it and you don't mind paying that amount, then it really doesn't matter what anyone thinks, no?

It is a rather inflated price, though, in my opinion. I would imagine if anyone saw that price at a local store for the same item, people would have the same reaction, either way.

I totally agree on all your points. Sometimes I read these replies and I ask myself, "did I miss something?" Lol! It was just an observation, certainly didnt seem like a judgement to me.

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goldensrbest — Fri, 14 Nov 2014 15:58:01 GMT

If you are near a trader joes, pick one up there, I saw they had them, $7.99, and they are GREAT,got one yesterday!!!

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BabyYoda — Sat, 15 Nov 2014 16:35:17 GMT

I bought 2 of the Trader Joes Kringle this week and since I had company over last night I put it in the oven and we loved it! Delicious. What a great price too. I hope to pick up more before they sell out.

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Yahooey — Sun, 16 Nov 2014 14:33:51 GMT

I bought one at TJ yesterday and brought it visit a friend. It was better than the pumpkin. It was pretty big. I plan to buy another - cut it in thirds- freeze some and eat some. Too tempting to just leave it out beckoning to me. It will be shoved in the back of the freezer (harder to reach lol

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glmama — Sun, 16 Nov 2014 16:34:56 GMT

Tried the pumpkin one first, and more recently the almond. I much preferred the almond. And yes, the brand that TJs carries is O&H. And definitely one of the traditional Kringle bakers, from what I understsnd. Worth trying out if you have a TJs near you.