Trader Joe’s has earned its devoted following. The prices are competitive, the products are often creative and good quality, and the shopping experience can be unique. The quirky chain is also a multibillion operation though owned by a reclusive German billionaire family, with business practices that are quite secretive. Here […]
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The Best Vegan Easter Candy Guide for 2026
Easter candy shopping as a vegan has gotten a bit easier over the years. Between dedicated vegan brands, mainstream options that happen to be dairy-free, and a growing number of retailers actually stocking plant-based picks, there’s genuinely a lot to choose from this year although the reality is there’s more […]
Why Vegan Butter Sticks are Disappearing (and What to Use Instead)
Earth Balance, Miyoko’s, Trader Joe’s and the Return to DIY Vegan Butter If you’re a vegan baker, you may have noticed something lately and no, it’s not just you. The vegan butter sticks and blocks that many of us relied on for years have quietly disappeared from shelves. Not the […]
Easy Plant-Based Swaps for Everyday Grocery Shopping
Eating more plant-based doesn’t necessarily require giving up the foods you already enjoy or changing how you cook. While veganism is a lifestyle centered on avoiding animal exploitation and not a diet, this guide focuses specifically on the food side of things, suggesting practical, plant-based swaps for familiar grocery items […]
Vegan Items Trader Joe’s Discontinued in 2025
Every year, grocery stores rotate products in and out, and that includes vegan items. In 2025, Trader Joe’s quietly discontinued a number of plant-based products, including several staples many vegans relied on for everyday meals. Below is a list of vegan products that were discontinued this year, along with a […]
Holiday Vegan Trader Joe’s Must-Haves (And How to Use Them!)
The holidays at Trader Joe’s can feel like a scavenger hunt, but every year a handful of surprisingly vegan seasonal items hit the shelves. Some are brand-new, others quietly return for a limited time, and some of them can disappear fast. If you want to make the most of the […]
