Trader Hoes

Trader Joe's set the trap, and we walked right into it. This week, we've reviewing those items near the checkout that just happen to make their way into your cart at the last minute. For better or worse. We also squeeze in whether clones celebrate birthdays, the possible familial relations of Betty Crocker and Betsy Ross, and a gummy bear situation that's definitely not safe for work. In the cart:...

The Hoes are hitting the snack aisle once again to try Trader Joe's much talked about ranch rolls (their name, not Joe's). While they're there, they'll also have a chance to sing about buffalo popcorn and talk new nut merch. In the cart: Ranch Flavored Rolled Corn Tortilla Chips Buffalo Ranch Popcorn Chile Lime Flavored Fried Pork Rinds Garlic Butter Nut Mix

The Hoe's are hitting up Trader Joe's frozen pasta, and that's if you use the "pasta" verrry loosely. Of course eating endless amounts of carbs isn't their only skillset – these Hoes can also name your baby, pack your suitcase and tell you where to build your next Trader Joes. In the cart: Jambalaya Spicy Farfalle Pasta with Italian Chicken Sausage Garlicky Pasta Spicy Alfredo Fusilloni Pasta

This week, the Hoes thought that they found one of TJ’s best-kept secrets in the refrigerated smoothies. But some secrets should never be told. They’re also blending in Evie’s new rap name, Katie’s fear of jacked-up babies, and the love story between bananas and nuts.  In the cart:  Organic Coconut Smoothie Banana & Almond Butter Protein Smoothie Vanilla Almond Spiced Chai Protein Smoothie Cho...

Can you believe i?, The Hoes are cooking! Ok technically, they’re just warming up frozen pizzas but the bar is extremely low these Hoes and apparently even lower for some of these Trader Joes pies. In the cart: Tarte au Brie et aux Tomates Tarte d'Alsace with Ham, Onions, and Gruyere Burrata, Prosciutto and Arugula Flatbread BBQ Chicken Pizza

This week, the Hoes are shaking this up with a few of Trader Joe's newer pre-made pasta salads. After removing the sauce packets from the tiny plastic containers, they also fit in the concept for a new crime-fighting pasta show for kids, why Katie could never commit a crime, and the Cucumber Wetness Spectrum. In the cart: Lemon Basil Pasta Salad Chickpea Kale And Crispy Red Rice Salad Peanut Udon...

It was 91 degrees in February and the Hoes are coping with some new frozen favorites from Trader Joe’s. If you love instant affagato, pistachio having its moment, super-sized macrons, and unpacking Katie’s pigeon trauma, then you’re in for a treat, Hoes. In the cart: 2 Affogatos Vanilla Non-Dairy Frozen Desserts Macaron Ice Cream Sandwiches Italian Pistachio & Fior di Latte Gelato Style Frozen...

This week, the Hoes are asking an age-old question: Is this a cake you can eat in your car? Not even childhood trauma is going to keep them from getting an answer as Katie and Evie try Trader Joe's mini sheet cakes for the first time. They're also mixing in getting cookie samples from Jeff(?), eating cake as an act of rebellion, and casting these cakes as bakers on the Great British Bake Off. In t...

The Hoes are hitting up the snack aisle and finding their new stripper names in the process. From curried potato chips to yeasty popcorn, it's a full-flavored episode that'll have you pondering deep thoughts like, "Do I look like my dog?" and "How do you pronounce 'Piquant?" In the cart: Sweet Onion Style Pretzel Twists Thai Style Yellow Curry Flavored Potato Chips Hot Honey Popcorn Piquant Popcor...

This week, the Hoes fight through some technical issues to dip into the deep end of Trader Joe's dips. Katie and Evie also scoop up garlic blindness, a severe lack of poker face, and their new pitch for an HGTV show, Dippin' and Flippin'. In the cart: Roasted Tomato Labneh Dip  Caesar Salad Dip  Garlic Spread Dip  Vegan Tzatziki Dip  Almond Chipotle Dip 

Happy Valentine’s and Galentine’s Day to all who celebrate! The Hoes are back with some sweet favorites and some new discoveries. Will they be love at first bite or taste like bitter disappointment? Did we even love pink before Victoria Secret brainwashed us? And when will Trader Joe’s start selling condoms? In the cart: Sweet Heart Bath Fizzer Italian Artisan Heart Shaped Pasta Chocolate & Pe...

This week, the Hoes are prepping for the upcoming Bad Bunny concert, surrounded by sports, with some game day faves. They're pairing these snacks with getting roasted by AI, some humbling pronunciations, and accepting their true selves as Crab Rangoon Girls. In the cart:  Chicken Uncured Bacon Ranch Dip Buffalo Blue Unexpected Cheddar Cheese Spread  Jalapeño and Cream Cheese Crispy Wontons • Mac a...

The Hoes are back with some bubbly biome boosting sodas. Will they even learn the difference pre and probiotic? Who can say! But one thing's for sure, Trader Joe's is jumping on that gut health train. They also crack into Coke's medicinal past, spitting in the ocean, and our dream sponsor, Metamucil. In the cart: Strawberry Vanilla Prebiotic Soda Cherry Cola Prebiotic Soda Ginger Lemon Probiotic S...

Rounding out the return of the Hoes, Katie and Evie share Part 3 of the items they've been dying to review over the last 3 years! Also on the table are Katie's questionable cottage cheese choices, Evie's dip obsession, and the need for Everything But The Bagel bath bombs. In the cart: Ranch Cottage Cheese Dip Unexpected Cheddar Cheese Spread Apple Chip Duo Sweet Cannoli Dip

The Hoes are back with Part 2 of the items they've been dying to review over the last 3 years! Also up for discussion are Evie's lifelong love of ranch, Katie leaning into her bitter old hag era, and the iconic millennial franchise that was CPK. (RIP) In the cart: Chicken Mole Beef Birria BBQ & Black Pepper Toscano Chopped Salad Ranch Seasoned Cashews

The Hoes are back, babyyyyyy! Katie Bravo and Evie Bickes dust off the mics (literally) to share the items they wish they could have discussed over the past three years. Plus, Evie's hot takes, Katie's lack of Hot Pocket experience, and an overwhelming awkwardness in front of a camera. The Goods: Meatball Calzone Lemony Orzo Chicken Soup Lasagna Soup with Turkey Cornbread Crisps

Well, Hoes, here we are. The final-ish episode of Trader Hoes. But before we embark on our bye-atus, we took a stumble down memory lane, aided by a few drinks recommended by you and a possible Penis Truck sighting. Thank you, Hoes, for the recommendations, the messages, the support, and just for sticking with us through the years. We couldn’t have done any of this without you.  Until next time, #B...

It's our second to last episode, which means there's just enough time to squeeze in a special guest appearance from the Trader Bros (aka our partners)!  It's a Hot Ones inspired showcase of Trader Joe's spicy sauces so get ready feel the (heart)burn.  In the cart: Incredisauce  Tamarind Sauce  Green Dragon Hot Sauce Peri Peri Sauce Chili Pepper Sauce Jalapeño Hot Sauce Habañero Hot Sauce  Not in t...

This week, we’re leaving it all on the table, including grandma. We tackle our InstaHoes’ savory suggestions, repay them by completely butchering their names, and walk away with a few new favorites. Not on the menu but certainly on our minds: Shrinky Dinks, a Trader Joe’s and Jack in the Box mashup, noods, and Katie’s love of uncooked rolled oats.  🛒 In the cart:  Cheeseburger burrito   Cascatell...

It is with heavy hearts and full carts that we announce the end of Trader Hoes will be coming at the end of this month. It probably won’t be goodbye for forever, but it is ciao for now.  We thank every one of you for tuning in each Monday and celebrating the best grocery store that ever existed with us. It’s been in incredible ride, and we’re honored you were a part of it.  But we’re not done just...

Get your bifocals ready, Hoes. We're about to read our favorite but flawed grocery store like never before. While we may not be at RuPaul's Drag Race level, we do dig into everything from recalls to copywriting to commitment-phobia. Because after all, we've spent years supporting Trader Joe's, so a little tough love is in order.   Support the show

Trader Joes's is bringing the heat and these Hoes are here for it. From a savory salsa to buffalo style almonds, Katie and Evie explore TJ's newest spicy items. Not on the menu but certainly on their minds: extreme squeams, saguaro cacti,  and is buffalo having a moment? In the cart: Buffalo Style Seasoned Almonds Guajillo Salsa Cinna-Dragons Support the show

The Trader Hoes put Trader Joe’s new pizza halloumi to the test and try the old Amsterdam gouda that has Bon Appetite writer, Alex Beggs talking. Get ready for a dairy fueled basket case that begs the question, why? In the basket: Pizza Bread Cheese Old Amsterdam Premium Aged Gouda  Support the show

If you’re into hugs, this episode is for you! If you’re not into hugs but are into chocolate and nut butters, this episode is also for you! If you’re not into hugs and don’t like chocolate or nut butters, well… we got nothing, but we still think you should listen. Not on the menu but certainly on our minds: sleep deprivation, the beauty of marshmallow fluff, Evie’s noisy house, and Katie’s still-p...

We love finding another person as obsessed with Trader Joe's as we are. So, we were thrilled when we stumbled upon Bon Appetit's Food People episode, "Why are people so obsessed with Trader Joe's?" Though we may not have agreed with all of her superlatives, we definitely want to be Alex Beggs' best friend. After all, friends don't let friends sleep on Unexpected Cheddar.  Support the show