Alex Beggs
Contributor
Alex Beggs, previously a senior staff writer at Bon Appétit, covered a wide range of topics for the brand, including everything you need to know about cherries, a column on questionable etiquette, and the reasons why crispy foods reign supreme. Her Thanksgiving feature, “Absolutely Perfect,” earned a National Magazine Award in 2020. Currently, she works as a freelance writer and cookbook co-author based in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
The Best and Worst of Trader Joe’s Fall 2025 Lineup
Lots of cheese, funnel cake fries, and a lawsuit.
The Best Nonalcoholic Drinks at Trader Joe’s
Sophisticated sparkling teas, NA wine, and playful canned spritzes
What to Buy (and Skip) at Trader Joe’s This Summer
So many strawberry things. A cottage cheese dip?! Passion fruit sorbet! What a summer.
What to Buy (and Skip) at Trader Joe’s This Spring
We tried garlic butter potato chips, honey mustard dressing, chicken pot pies, and more.
The Seeds That Grow the Most Delicious Vegetables
Row 7 is taking on Big Produce, one crop at a time
I Tried Trader Joe’s New Spring Lineup—Here’s What to Buy
Jalapeño wontons, chocolate chip croissants, an insulated bag, and more.
Where to Eat in Southwestern Michigan
Harbor Country, an idyllic cluster of eight small towns, features water as blue as a tropical postcard, sloping dunes, and great food at every turn.
The Best Vegetarian Meals at Trader Joe’s
Here’s how to turn the store’s greatest hits into easy dinners.
What to Buy (and Skip) at Trader Joe’s This Winter
We tried 23 products, like bulgogi, green mango, and an enormous croissant.
Trader Joe’s ‘Unexpected Cheddar Spread’ Is an Unexpected Delight
Plus more August winners and losers, reviewed.
This Trader Joe’s Gelato Tastes Like Swirly Soft Serve
Plus, a reformulated hummus, cat-approved cat treats, and more new products reviewed.
This Coconut Charcoal Works Wonders for Marathon Grilling and Smoking
No more short-lived, sometimes-too-smoky hardwood charcoal for me.
Trader Joe’s Garlic Hot Sauce Is Not a Want but a Need
Plus more June finds reviewed, like chimichurri chicken and s’mores ice cream.