I went to Trader Joe's this morning! Do you have Trader Joe's where you live?
By The Horse
@TheHorse (236701)
Walnut Creek, California
April 15, 2026 3:14pm CST
I used to go to Trader Joe's more than Safeway. They had good frozen Indian dishes, and of course the had inexpensive wine. You've heard of "Two Buck Chuck," right?
When Covid hit, the lines at Trader Joe's were really long, so I started doing more of my basic grocery shopping at Safeway. New habits and favorites developed, and I was happy. Well, at least happy enough.
Recently, I have started going to Trader Joe's again. I love their Indian food (Lamb Vindaloo and Palak Paneer), and I like their Brie cheese and dried mango. Today I also scored some really good "healthy" potato chips.
Did your shopping habits change during Covid? Do you have a Trader Joe's near where you live?
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@DaddyEvil (171919)
• United States
2h
There is a Trader Joe's in Springfield, about an hour drive from us. We've never been there. We still shop at Walmart and Fred's Food Saver here in town.
The only change that has happened here is that my brother takes Pretty shopping when I can't see to drive.
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@DaddyEvil (171919)
• United States
2h
@TheHorse We pay him $5 every time he takes her shopping. He usually falls asleep in his vehicle while she's shopping and then helps her carry the groceries into the house. He sticks his head into my room as he's leaving and visits for a little while.
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@Deepizzaguy (120195)
• Lake Charles, Louisiana
2h
No Trader Joe's in Lake Charles. The closest Trader Joe's is in Lafayette Louisiana which is about 70 miles east.
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@snowy22315 (206048)
• United States
3h
I like Trader Joes, but it is kind of pricey. There are a few bargains in there, but for the most part you pay more. Some of their food is healthy, and some not. During Covid, not really...that was years ago now.
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@toniganzon (76108)
• Philippines
1h
We don't have trader's Joe here but we are very much aware of it. In fact the Trader Joe's canvass tote bag has been trending for quite some time. Not a fan of that bag though.
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@wolfgirl569 (132877)
• Marion, Ohio
17m
Nothing changed for me. We don't have a trader Joe's
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@Ineeddentures (28255)
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2h
There are no traders Joe in Scotland my friend.
I think everyone's shopping habits changed during COVID .
Shopping with a mask on to start with and social distancing in the aisles was a big change itself
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@celticeagle (187859)
• Boise, Idaho
4h
Never heard of him. We have one here but I have never been there. I see where a lot of their items are recalled and so it makes a bit nervous to try them out.
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@RasmaSandra (96400)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
4h
I believe there is one somewhere here but I have never been to one. I might take a look online and see what they offer.
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@LooeyVille (76)
• United States
4h
We have one about 4 miles away but I've never been there.
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