8 Things You Should Never Buy at Trader Joe’s

8 Things You Should Never Buy at Trader Joe’

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1. Bakery Items: Prone to quick molding or becoming rock hard.

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2. Marinated Meats: Expensive, like $20 for 4oz teriyaki beef!

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3. Refrigerated Oat Milk: Disliked for its odd texture.

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4. Combo Veggie Packs: Cost more than individual veggies.

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5. Ranch Dressing: Declared the worst by superfans.

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6. EBTB Seasoned Chips: Overpowered by seasoning, tossed away.

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7. Teeny Avocados: Quick to rot after purchase.

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8. Mayonnaise: Divisive taste, better alternatives exist.

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