Happy Friday! 💕 We kept this taste test less edited so it's more of a mukbang, but I've included timestamps in the info box in case you want to skip to any particular products. And if you have a few minutes to spare, we just released a new acoustic cover on our music channel and we'd be so grateful if you gave it a listen! th-cam.com/video/4FT_Q1Vs3FQ/w-d-xo.html
I really liked the lack of long intro, and lack of background music. It makes it easier to focus on the video, especially with an overactive brain. Thank you!!
Is Sarah's channel anybody else's "Happy Place"? Honestly, I always come here when I am feeling a bit low, cause you guys just radiate genuinely good vibes, even if you say you are going through a bit of a rough patch yourselves. Thanks for this ♡
Sarah, this is one of your best videos! They are all good, but this one was very enjoyable. I like that you don't throw your hair from side to side or wave your arms around like a crazy person! And I love that you don't say the word "GUYS" 22 times in a 16 minute video, like some other youtubers do. You're very soft spoken and down to earth, and that's a wonderful quality to have! And you truly do have a beautiful voice! I knew you sang but I had no idea just how lovely your voice is. The two of you singing together is just so pretty!🦋 I truly wish you and Eric much success in life and in all of your endeavors!☺️
Do I have a Trader Joe’s near me? No. Will I watch anything you guys upload? Yes. Also- Sarah you look so beautiful in this video. 🥰 So lovely seeing you making videos again!
For the grecian style eggplant, as a greek I used to eat it with just a big ass chunk of feta on the side and lots of bread. I think this is a pretty traditional way to eat dishes like that.
Just found your channel maybe a week or two ago. It's my first comment lol :) So I love your videos, obviously, I have to comment. Your voice is very relaxing to me, Im finding myself having videos playing even without watching, just to hear. I love your relationship. Your s/o seems very chipper and he adds alot of spark to your channel. I love how thorough he describes things. Great job editing, being consistent, showing yummy food, and being an honest person! The idea of vegetarian has always appealed to me. Going vegan would be a huge challenge for my family. Would love to attempt for a couple months to try it though! Hope you have a great day!
I am soooo glad you mentioned rarely frying cuz sameeee. I love buying the kung pao cauliflower, ditching the sauce and tossing the cauliflower in buffalo sauce. Soooo good.
I adore the Trader Joe's Vegan Tikka Masala. We don't have a Trader Joe's near by and I used to buy like 10 of these at a time any time I got a chance to go.
It must be a taste thing! I tried it (I’m vegan) because I’d heard so many good things about it, but I had the same reaction as Sarah and Eric. Never bought it again 🤷🏻♀️
I looooove the vegan tikka masala! It's weird but I get a definite spaghettio/chef boyardee vibe from the sauce (and it's pleasantly nostalgic). This is definitely an upgrade from that, but still with that undeniable underlying flavor profile. 🤣 Also if you break up the "meatballs" into smaller pieces, the texture isn't as noticeable and is much better. This is my first video of yours that I'm watching and I love the vibe! 🤗 PS - I am also super picky about my coffee creamers. I like sweetened ones, almond based are the best. Starbucks non-dairy caramel macchiato is awesome! Also love Silk almond-based creamers, like the caramel or creme brulee flavors.
Love these! Just recently moved to somewhere that has TJs and I love it. My favorite items so far are the vegan mandarin chicken and vegetable fried rice (frozen). So good and easy!
that's so awesome! i really missed living near one. uggh the mandarin morsels are definitely one of our faves -- we probably have them like once a week with rice and broccoli as our lazy dinner. i've gotta try the fried rice!
Enjoy the ying yang of your personalities. Eric always has something interesting and entertaining to say and Sarah reels him back with her soothing voice and mellow energy. Can't wait for more videos.
I think the canned eggplant is a condiment. Like a relish or salsa. I could see people (not vegans) putting it on top of fish or chicken. It could go on a sandwich or make bruschetta like Sarah said.
I love love love the vegan tikka masala. I could eat it two or three times a week. My only problem is acquiring too many plastic dishes that I have to recycle. I will try some other items that you tested that I wasn’t aware of. Thanks for sharing.
Whole Foods has an oat canned whip cream. The directions on the Reddi Whip cream says to heat the van under warm water and squirt it completely upside down
Since you mentioned cilantro-jalapeno hummus years ago and I couldn't get it here in Germany, I made ist myself and it is ONE of my favourites. Thanks for that.
The cashew fiesta dip is great but to make it great, I had to warm it, add nooch and garlic as well as thin it out with a little non dairy milk. Otherwise, it’s just ok for me. Xo Davita
Silk half & half is so perfect. I was a dairy half & half user, too, and I don’t like flavors in my coffee. The Silk is the only creamer I really like. That eggplant looks good and I need to try the jackfruit curry. The tempura cauliflower is definitely a favorite. It’s so delicious. Thanks for trying stuff out!
Two thoughts: 1. I’ve tried the non-vegan caramelized onion dip and the vegan one is way better! I like the tang though 2. You can buy the vegan bolognese sauce in a jar and make it with regular pasta 😋
I like their cheese dip. I eat it cold with their beet crackers. I’ve never seen the simple truth cheese dip at Kroger stores. I’ll have to look around for that!
The Masala is one of out TJ go tos!!! We really liked the onion dip also except I think its kinda salty but if you want good chip and dip for like a game or something its really good! The cauli is bomb too!! The fried rice in the freezer section is really good!!
I didn't like the TJ queso cheese sauce either. The mac & cheese is awesome. I'm laughing because every single product Eric suggested you give to your kid, I've given to my kid.
Hi - I enjoyed your video and just have to say Sarah that you have such a beautiful voice. Thanks for sharing the yummy taste test from TJ’s. I really want to try the jackfruit meal now. 💕
I totally miss the original non-coconut creamer. They have discontinued it....erggg. I’ve been afraid to try the one you taste tested....I’m not big on coconut in my coffee. I go to another store and buy Silk Vanilla creamer or the original. I’ll have to try the half n half you mentioned. Nothing better than being 2 blocks from a trader joes
I bought the cashew fiesta dip one time and I tried it and I hated it lol I’d much rather make my own or if I’m in target I’ll buy the one they have there.
Costco has dried shiitake mushrooms their seasoning is great it does not specify that they’re vegan but there’s nothing saying they’re not. I tried to email them because I noticed the cholesterol was a few mg and i was like ughhhh?? But when i checked their nutrition label online is said 0mg so i think it was a miss print. They never emailed me back :(
Excellent video Sarah and Eric and watched even though I will never be able to try those options in the UK but I love you both and you're TH-cam content so watched anyway.
Don't heat the fried eggplant please don't. (I'm from Turkey, fried eggplants is our jam). Eat it with sourdough. We typically would have (Greek) yogurt with it. I highly recommend it if you can find a vegan version.
I live in Massachusetts and it seems like the Traders Joe’s and Costco near me never have the products I see in video grocery hauls or taste tests. I’m always disappointed!
Hello! That cashew cheese dip is bad!! I bought it on a whim (always make my own version) for enchiladas and I tried mixing it with violife cheddar and heated it up....it was still bad. You are absolutely right it has an unnatural taste to it. I’ll be making it myself from now on...
*Main 13 saal ki age se cooking kar raha hu, masterchef mera sbse favorite show tha and then maine thaan lia tha ki mujhe Chef hi banna hai but mere ghrwale kehte the... Bawarchi ban ke kuch nahi kr paoge wo chahte the main bhi engineering karu apne bade bhai ki trah... But mere bade bhai ne mujhe samjhaya and usi ne mujhe suggest kia ki apni skill dikhana hai to abhi se start ho jaao... To maine soch lia tha ki main TH-cam channel khol kar apni recipe logo ko dikhaunga hi and then 9th me maine ek channel channel start kia tha but mmy papa mana kr die the ki abhi pdhai me dhyaan do ye sb mat kro 12th ke bad krna jo krna hai...but 12th tak wait krna boht zyada ho jata isilie 10th board ke khtm hote hi maine apna new youtube channel "Cooking Beast Ayaz" chalu kia 7 May 2018 ko... And uske baad se recipe videos upload kr raha hu ... Or like views naa ke barabar aate hai fir b main upload rehta hu mujhe bas logo ko apni skill dikhana hai....* d9d
Happy Friday! 💕 We kept this taste test less edited so it's more of a mukbang, but I've included timestamps in the info box in case you want to skip to any particular products. And if you have a few minutes to spare, we just released a new acoustic cover on our music channel and we'd be so grateful if you gave it a listen! th-cam.com/video/4FT_Q1Vs3FQ/w-d-xo.html
I really liked the lack of long intro, and lack of background music. It makes it easier to focus on the video, especially with an overactive brain. Thank you!!
Is Sarah's channel anybody else's "Happy Place"? Honestly, I always come here when I am feeling a bit low, cause you guys just radiate genuinely good vibes, even if you say you are going through a bit of a rough patch yourselves. Thanks for this ♡
Sarah, this is one of your best videos! They are all good, but this one was very enjoyable. I like that you don't throw your hair from side to side or wave your arms around like a crazy person! And I love that you don't say the word "GUYS" 22 times in a 16 minute video, like some other youtubers do. You're very soft spoken and down to earth, and that's a wonderful quality to have! And you truly do have a beautiful voice! I knew you sang but I had no idea just how lovely your voice is. The two of you singing together is just so pretty!🦋 I truly wish you and Eric much success in life and in all of your endeavors!☺️
"it's like a neutral half n half hotel" LOL love it when Eric breaks out the extremely niche jokes.
Thank you for this video!! I really trust y'all taste in food. And please tell Eric that "weird flecks but okay" was excellent and made me lol
Do I have a Trader Joe’s near me? No.
Will I watch anything you guys upload? Yes.
Also- Sarah you look so beautiful in this video. 🥰 So lovely seeing you making videos again!
I don't even live in the US but I'm watching you rate TJs foods. I guess that's how much I like you guys :)
haha same!!
Me too!! I’ve never even seen a trader joes! Love you guys!! Making a Nanaimo bar birthday cake as I watched! Rewatching lol
Same but because I live in the UK there's options that they won't have in the USA.
Me too 🥰
Same here!! Feeling really envious of the options not gonna lie
The two personalities are great especially Eric’s jokes in between 😂
For the grecian style eggplant, as a greek I used to eat it with just a big ass chunk of feta on the side and lots of bread. I think this is a pretty traditional way to eat dishes like that.
Ohhhhh that sounds awesome! There's vegan feta and I'll get some rustic bread. Thanks for letting us know!
Just found your channel maybe a week or two ago. It's my first comment lol :)
So I love your videos, obviously, I have to comment.
Your voice is very relaxing to me, Im finding myself having videos playing even without watching, just to hear.
I love your relationship. Your s/o seems very chipper and he adds alot of spark to your channel. I love how thorough he describes things.
Great job editing, being consistent, showing yummy food, and being an honest person!
The idea of vegetarian has always appealed to me. Going vegan would be a huge challenge for my family. Would love to attempt for a couple months to try it though!
Hope you have a great day!
I love the spicy cauliflower, but I never use all the sauce because it’s so spicy. I appreciate Eric acknowledging the spiciness.
I am soooo glad you mentioned rarely frying cuz sameeee. I love buying the kung pao cauliflower, ditching the sauce and tossing the cauliflower in buffalo sauce. Soooo good.
Great idea! I may have dinner plans :)
I adore the Trader Joe's Vegan Tikka Masala. We don't have a Trader Joe's near by and I used to buy like 10 of these at a time any time I got a chance to go.
i'm so bummed y'all didn't like the fiesta dip,i love that stuff and my non-vegan parents also love it!
IKR so GOOD 😋💚
I LOVE it too! Maybe they got an off tub.. 🌱☺️
I put my Fiesta Cheese on Chickpea Pasta, my version of Mac & Cheese SOOOOO tasty 😋
It must be a taste thing! I tried it (I’m vegan) because I’d heard so many good things about it, but I had the same reaction as Sarah and Eric. Never bought it again 🤷🏻♀️
I enjoyed it and found many ways to use it.
I looooove the vegan tikka masala! It's weird but I get a definite spaghettio/chef boyardee vibe from the sauce (and it's pleasantly nostalgic). This is definitely an upgrade from that, but still with that undeniable underlying flavor profile. 🤣 Also if you break up the "meatballs" into smaller pieces, the texture isn't as noticeable and is much better. This is my first video of yours that I'm watching and I love the vibe! 🤗
PS - I am also super picky about my coffee creamers. I like sweetened ones, almond based are the best. Starbucks non-dairy caramel macchiato is awesome! Also love Silk almond-based creamers, like the caramel or creme brulee flavors.
The only dairy product I can honestly say I miss is coffee yogurt. It's been 7 years since we last saw one another. RIP coffee yogurt.
I’ve never heard of that! is it an us-thing?
You have the best boyfriend in the world. Thanks for this fun and informative video!
Love these! Just recently moved to somewhere that has TJs and I love it. My favorite items so far are the vegan mandarin chicken and vegetable fried rice (frozen). So good and easy!
that's so awesome! i really missed living near one. uggh the mandarin morsels are definitely one of our faves -- we probably have them like once a week with rice and broccoli as our lazy dinner. i've gotta try the fried rice!
@@SarahsVeganKitchen Yes the fried rice is so good! I cook mine in sesame oil and add just egg plus fried tofu for an easy lunch
I would never dream of skipping past certain parts of this video. I loved this. The random banter and stories make me happy. 😁😁
Highly recommend warming the queso dip and stirring it really well. Really good that way. Not good cold
Would love an updated trader joes video since they change their food options so often!!
I mix salsa and the queso together then heat it up! tastes way better that way :)
Enjoy the ying yang of your personalities. Eric always has something interesting and entertaining to say and Sarah reels him back with her soothing voice and mellow energy. Can't wait for more videos.
You could put the eggplant on pasta....a cold pasta salad with it. The Giant beans are a Greek staple. I just eat them out of the can!
4:14....the moment we nearly lost Sarah in a Hummus rabbit hole !!! 🤣💗👌
Happy to see you thriving again Sarah 😊 Hope you have a great birthday, birthday twin!
Their vegan banana bread is unbelievable. I also love their chocolate sunflower seeds.
I think the canned eggplant is a condiment. Like a relish or salsa. I could see people (not vegans) putting it on top of fish or chicken. It could go on a sandwich or make bruschetta like Sarah said.
I love love love the vegan tikka masala. I could eat it two or three times a week. My only problem is acquiring too many plastic dishes that I have to recycle. I will try some other items that you tested that I wasn’t aware of. Thanks for sharing.
Whole Foods has an oat canned whip cream. The directions on the Reddi Whip cream says to heat the van under warm water and squirt it completely upside down
Since you mentioned cilantro-jalapeno hummus years ago and I couldn't get it here in Germany, I made ist myself and it is ONE of my favourites. Thanks for that.
The cashew fiesta dip is great but to make it great, I had to warm it, add nooch and garlic as well as thin it out with a little non dairy milk. Otherwise, it’s just ok for me. Xo Davita
A TJ’s employee recommended adding a can of diced green chilies and that definitely elevates it too
I warm it up and add salsa and eat it with lime flavoured chips. So good!
Silk half & half is so perfect. I was a dairy half & half user, too, and I don’t like flavors in my coffee. The Silk is the only creamer I really like. That eggplant looks good and I need to try the jackfruit curry. The tempura cauliflower is definitely a favorite. It’s so delicious. Thanks for trying stuff out!
Two thoughts: 1. I’ve tried the non-vegan caramelized onion dip and the vegan one is way better! I like the tang though 2. You can buy the vegan bolognese sauce in a jar and make it with regular pasta 😋
Yes. We just tried the sauce and it was delicious :)
I’m late watching this but it makes me so emotional to see how good Eric is to you knowing what you’ve been through and how much you deserve him!!! 💗
I like their cheese dip. I eat it cold with their beet crackers. I’ve never seen the simple truth cheese dip at Kroger stores. I’ll have to look around for that!
The Masala is one of out TJ go tos!!! We really liked the onion dip also except I think its kinda salty but if you want good chip and dip for like a game or something its really good! The cauli is bomb too!! The fried rice in the freezer section is really good!!
I didn't like the TJ queso cheese sauce either. The mac & cheese is awesome. I'm laughing because every single product Eric suggested you give to your kid, I've given to my kid.
I think the vegan masala is their attempt at vegan lamb. That's what it reminds me of. I love it with their Indian flat bread.
I could watch the scene at 14:48 over and over! Love you guys so much.
Okayyyy Hamilton references! Must be good enough if you can’t say no😂
The lentil pasta has saved me for an office lunch when I dont have anything packed or planned.
The tika masala is one of my faves and of course the king pao cauliflower
Really enjoyed this taste test!
I would love to eat that eggplant as a dip with warm pita bread!
The bolognese: So trader joes didn't use wheat pasta.... but then used a wheat based protein supplement... whyyyyy?
Have you done a vegan creamer taste test yet?
I would love to know your favorites!
Sarah! Totally unrelated, but what brand/model is your watch??
Hi - I enjoyed your video and just have to say Sarah that you have such a beautiful voice. Thanks for sharing the yummy taste test from TJ’s. I really want to try the jackfruit meal now. 💕
Hi Sarah and Eric!!
Hello!! 💕
I did find the blue and white coffee creamer at my TJs for the first time and it almost as good as the local HEB almond coconut brand here in Texas.
The fiesta dip is great warmed up. If you mix in some soyrizo, it really takes it to the next level.
I've had vegan jerky made of mushrooms. It was an out of body experience. 10 out of 10, would definitely eat again.
Y’all are adorable and as new vegans, your info is helpful and recipes are delicious
I really enjoy that vegan tikka masala from TJ when I had it a few months ago
I also strongly dislike the nacho dip as is but mix in some salsa and warm it up and it's good!
Do you have a recipe for your cauliflower tacos? Thanks!
you should try the dried mushrooms at Costco but I haven't seen them for a couple of months now. Nice taste
I totally miss the original non-coconut creamer. They have discontinued it....erggg. I’ve been afraid to try the one you taste tested....I’m not big on coconut in my coffee. I go to another store and buy Silk Vanilla creamer or the original. I’ll have to try the half n half you mentioned. Nothing better than being 2 blocks from a trader joes
I love how he includes people like his sister like me as spice sensitive black pepper is too spicy
I bought the cashew fiesta dip one time and I tried it and I hated it lol I’d much rather make my own or if I’m in target I’ll buy the one they have there.
ooh i'm trying to remember if i've tried that one yet. i know i've gotten their vegan buffalo dip. 🤔 i'll pick some up next time i'm there.
Missed your Taste Tests so much! Glad you're back Sarah, made my day! ❤️
missed your content dearly but glad to have it back!
I really enjoy watching you two....I think you really are nice together.
Costco has dried shiitake mushrooms their seasoning is great it does not specify that they’re vegan but there’s nothing saying they’re not. I tried to email them because I noticed the cholesterol was a few mg and i was like ughhhh?? But when i checked their nutrition label online is said 0mg so i think it was a miss print. They never emailed me back :(
id you add some chopped pickled jalapenos + the brine to the queso dip its much better!
Shout out to Sarah!! Thanks fir being so amazing!!🤗💜
Weird flecks but okay was actually kinda funny
24:35 Mushy is the only way to eat eggplant. 💯
Excellent video Sarah and Eric and watched even though I will never be able to try those options in the UK but I love you both and you're TH-cam content so watched anyway.
Sarah you look absolutely BEAUTIFUL!!! And Eric looking dapper as always ❤️
Don't heat the fried eggplant please don't. (I'm from Turkey, fried eggplants is our jam). Eat it with sourdough. We typically would have (Greek) yogurt with it. I highly recommend it if you can find a vegan version.
Try the eggplant on toast. layer of hummus on the bread and smash some of eggplant on top.
Modern Table Mac and cheese is the absolute best. Not too into the TJ’s version.
Love you and your videos. All the best from Austria 💕
Damn now I have to go wait in that Trader Joe's line. Lol. Love watching you guys!!
Tee hee! Sometimes there's some fun folks in the TJ's line. But, I bring my headphones and listen to an audio book just in case. 😂
@@MultiArtisme multitasking is key!! Haha
Tj has a mango flavor vegan yogurt that's also good.
Here for the musical theatre references
I love seeing your taste test videos! 😊
Neutral Half & Half Hotel. 😂
I live in Massachusetts and it seems like the Traders Joe’s and Costco near me never have the products I see in video grocery hauls or taste tests. I’m always disappointed!
I’ve never put a spoon down that way intentionally .. maybe I should I like your logic 🤣
Hello! That cashew cheese dip is bad!! I bought it on a whim (always make my own version) for enchiladas and I tried mixing it with violife cheddar and heated it up....it was still bad. You are absolutely right it has an unnatural taste to it. I’ll be making it myself from now on...
I missed your energy so much guys. Love you very very much
Try Trader Joe’s vegan tzatziki! 😍
I always love your taste tests
You two are so cute together. Thank you for this video.
I love the tikka masala. 10/10
They’re back!!!!
🤗
Eric is the best. Invite him over more frequently please
Starbucks DF coffee creamer is the best 😋
*Main 13 saal ki age se cooking kar raha hu, masterchef mera sbse favorite show tha and then maine thaan lia tha ki mujhe Chef hi banna hai but mere ghrwale kehte the... Bawarchi ban ke kuch nahi kr paoge wo chahte the main bhi engineering karu apne bade bhai ki trah... But mere bade bhai ne mujhe samjhaya and usi ne mujhe suggest kia ki apni skill dikhana hai to abhi se start ho jaao... To maine soch lia tha ki main TH-cam channel khol kar apni recipe logo ko dikhaunga hi and then 9th me maine ek channel channel start kia tha but mmy papa mana kr die the ki abhi pdhai me dhyaan do ye sb mat kro 12th ke bad krna jo krna hai...but 12th tak wait krna boht zyada ho jata isilie 10th board ke khtm hote hi maine apna new youtube channel "Cooking Beast Ayaz" chalu kia 7 May 2018 ko... And uske baad se recipe videos upload kr raha hu ... Or like views naa ke barabar aate hai fir b main upload rehta hu mujhe bas logo ko apni skill dikhana hai....* d9d
I love this video! More taste tasting please!
That queso dip is my favorite! Heated up with tortilla chips. Yum. I think you got a dud
I rarely go to Trader Joe’s but after watching this video I feel an emergency visit must be made ASAP 🤤
The legally blonde musical is amazing.
I missed u 2❤️
Sarah could just make it 😂 that’s the life!
Yay! Glad to see you guys
The Kung pao is always soggy for me