Kitchen

[cuddlesmama]

I picked up the pumpkin pancake mix last year and was disappointed it wasn't that good. I see this year Hungry Jack put out a pumpkin spice pancake mix I am going to pick it up this week. Hope its good!

[Yahooey]

I was there yesterday and was more than happy to sample the Kringle. It was warm and oh so good. I never heard of Kringle before this thread. Have to remember to pick one up for the holidays. Too dangerous to be left alone with me. I picked up the Pumpkin Cranberry Crisps. I didn't see anyone mention them. They are described as a Crisoy, Savory and Sweet Cracker. It is really good and packed in a box. I didn't see their 'Brussel Sprouts Stalk'. I love them. An excellent price and it lasts really long. Just have to figure a way to store the 2 footer. I hope it come to my store soon.

[nunu4u]

I commented to the checkout guy about the number of new pumpkin items...he said there were 63!

[flbettyboop]

On 9/29/2014 ical said:

On 9/29/2014 CaitlinH said:

I love how this turned into a whole foods vs tj's thread when the op was clearly stating how awesome the seasonal products are at tj's.

anyways back to the op- when i want to treat myself to a product, tj's is the way to go. great products for cheaper prices. i fricken LOVE the cookie butter ice cream and just tried their pumpkin ice cream which was AWESOME. the pumpkin waffles i bought for when i'm in a rush in the morning and they are yummy, not super sweet, just a hint of pumpkin flavor. they also had a new product launched before the pumpkin stuff, called cowgirl bark which is white chocolate bark with pretzels, cranberries and other things baked on top. OMG was it so good.

Love tj's for their items, always a fan of their pizzas too (made in italy btw & shipped over), cheap & not one i haven't liked so far. also loving their pre-marinated chickens, ribs, etc for when i'm too lazy/in a rush to do so myself. for the most part everything is cheaper than my local shaws or stop and shop and usually health-wise better (sodium, calories, etc). i can go to s&s & get around 4-5 bags of groceries for $100 where as tj's i can get 6-7 bags for $100, depending on what i buy obviously.

Not one thing you love would I eat, not even close.

Actually, when you say "health wise better", what are you basing this on? I'm wondering how you reached that conclusion--about health, and also cost, as well.

Interesting post, but I wouldn't be putting any of what you love in my shopping basket. That is the truth. If you want, I'll take a picture of my receipts and show you years and years, and more years, of not eating what you love.

But I do love to eat good food. Really!

Ical you seem to be very unhappy with the comments on this topic. Why not start your own or go else where.

Boop

[Arley1210]

TJ's in Clifton, NJ ROCKS!!!! Very clean and especially friendly employees. I have never had a bad experience. Its just a fun place to shop. I also have to say Clifton, NJ Costco employees are always happy and nice!! Right from the guy opening the door shouting to everyone -- GOOD MORNING and everyone yelling back the same. Really helps to have happy people helping you out!!!!!

Arley

[Helping]

Don't bother.

On 9/29/2014 ical said:

On 9/29/2014 FunkyHulaGirl said:

Well, then by all means, pay the ripoff prices at Whole Foods if it makes you happy, but don't knock those of us who like Trader Joe's.

You didn't read carefully, my comments. Trader Joe's costs more for how I shop and what I buy. And the stores are very small and dull, imo.

I live by a Trader Joe's and a Whole Foods. Perhaps one day I'll buy exact products from both stores on the same day and take a picture of the receipts.

[Helping]

Ran out to get a pumpkin Kringle this morning because of all the recommendations on this thread. Coffee is a must with this one because it's so sweet. A dark roast coffee goes great with a small slice! Isn't that the Danish way?

[terrier3]

On 9/30/2014 Arley said:

TJ's in Clifton, NJ ROCKS!!!! Very clean and especially friendly employees. I have never had a bad experience. Its just a fun place to shop. I also have to say Clifton, NJ Costco employees are always happy and nice!! Right from the guy opening the door shouting to everyone -- GOOD MORNING and everyone yelling back the same. Really helps to have happy people helping you out!!!!!

Arley

BOTH those stores pay their employees above average wages and provide great benefits...and they are both THRIVING.

You can treat your employees right & still make money!

[Moonchilde]

I bought the pumpkin bread pudding several times last year, for as long as it was in stock. Decadently gorgeous. I think the waffles are new, don't remember them last year.

[Chi-town girl]

Looks like the kringle is a hit! Interesting too that TJ's promotes the same items/samples nationally. Nice to have the option to purchase specialty items from different regions without the high cost of buying directly. I'm adding the waffles to our shopping list. Quick & easy breakfasts are a must for weekdays.