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Trader Joe's ?

autumnsunset — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 16:34:45 GMT

A friend is taking me to Trader Joe's what is good? I never been how are there pizza's and I like flavor coffee do they carry that?

and do they have a meat and veggie fruit department? I sure appreciate any info. Thanks everyone.

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duclane — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 16:53:32 GMT

Yes to veggie meat department--love their pizza's especially the French type with all mushrooms thin crust. That is my main store. Cheeses are wonderful and good prices-love their no nitrate bacon. Just love everything.

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DiAnne — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 16:59:57 GMT

I think most items at Trader Joe's are fabulous. Great prices on cheeses, nuts and wine. I am not a fan of their produce though.

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Yahooey — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 17:01:38 GMT

There are many threads on this. Put TraderJoe's in the search box. I would bring along a cooler to hold frozen goods. Frozen goods and other things that need to be kept cold are a big draw. There are also numerous pumpkin items that are real good.

I like their chocolate pounder bars. Real inexpensive for chocolate from Belgium. Brussel Sprouts stalk are 2.99. I like their pumpkin yogurt and goat cheese medallions.

Enjoy and have fun.

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autumnsunset — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 17:02:18 GMT

On 10/15/2014 duclane said:
Yes to veggie meat department--love their pizza's especially the French type with all mushrooms thin crust. That is my main store. Cheeses are wonderful and good prices-love their no nitrate bacon. Just love everything.

Thank you so much for posting I heard about Trader Joe's but never been there I was telling a friend I sure like to go she has never been either so she said lets go together. We are excited I wanted some flavor coffee I hope they have a good selection and I want to try there pizza I just want to try everything.

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maddiecat — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 17:02:26 GMT

Here are some of my Trader Joe's staples:

Asiago cheese wedge with rosemary and olive oil

Rosemary & raisin crisps (crackers) -- these pair nicely with the cheese

100% cranberry juice -- only $3.99 a bottle!

Packaged nuts of all kinds -- toasted pecan pieces and unsalted pistachio nutmeats are favorites

Flax & bran cereal

Vanilla wafers in the plastic tub

Salad mixes of all kinds

Grapes

Flowers

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autumnsunset — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 17:07:34 GMT

Thanks everyone wow everything sounds so good I'm writing everything down thank you all for your help

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HonnyBrown — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 17:26:31 GMT

There are many, many threads on this, but it's still fun to start and participate a new one!

When I did my TJ thread, I had a post where I could add the items people suggested. Some of my faves:

TJ Coffee Cups (k-cups)

Pork Belly

Bagged Kale (not the organic one)

TJs Coastal Wine (red or white)

Organic Half and Half

Pecan Pralines

Coffee and Garlic Rub

Coconut Cream (I use it to cook Thai Food)

Many Cloves of Garlic Simmer Sauce

Thom-Cord Grapes

Fresh Figs

Frozen Figs

Ginger Lemonade

Comte Cheese

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brandiwine — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 18:33:44 GMT

Cheeses are amazing. Prices great. I get lots of nuts there. My weakness is dark chocolate non perils and dark chocolate mini peanut butter cups. $3 buck chuck is a good wine. Several kinds. Very fun place to shop.

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FunkyHulaGirl — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 18:50:37 GMT

LOVE Trader Joe's - I drive almost 100 miles each way to get to one!

Yes, their chocolate bars are great, and the frozen chocolate croissants are fabulous - you have to proof them overnight, but they make for a wonderful breakfast treat.

My dogs don't care for kibble, but they love the TJ brand.

Their produce is amazing - tastes like it did years ago, since it's not GMO, and I'm always finding new and different things to try.

Mini chicken pot pies are very good; their fresh mozzarella; butter shortbread; cookie butter....

I didn't get them (will next time), but my friend got their nitrate-free hot dogs and said they were very, very good.

I don't hesitate to try new things, since they refund your money for anything you don't like.

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FunkyHulaGirl — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 18:51:19 GMT

BTW, if you're on FB, Trader Joe's has a FB group where people talk about new products, share recipes, etc.

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ValuSkr — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 19:46:09 GMT

I like their Tuscan Pane bread. I don't stop at TJ's often but, when I do, I always pick up a loaf. It's slightly sourdough, nice texture and crust.

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turtle52 — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 19:52:49 GMT

We live 5 minutes from Trader Joe's and it is one of our favorite stores. Just walk up and down the aisles and be prepared to be amazed. The products are constantly changing as many are seasonal, so you never know what you'll find.

They also have BEAUTIFUL greeting cards for $1 each. Each one is like a work of art and MUCH nicer than card store cards. Check them out!

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terrier3 — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 21:15:37 GMT

On 10/15/2014 autumnsunset said:
On 10/15/2014 duclane said:
Yes to veggie meat department--love their pizza's especially the French type with all mushrooms thin crust. That is my main store. Cheeses are wonderful and good prices-love their no nitrate bacon. Just love everything.

Thank you so much for posting I heard about Trader Joe's but never been there I was telling a friend I sure like to go she has never been either so she said lets go together. We are excited I wanted some flavor coffee I hope they have a good selection and I want to try there pizza I just want to try everything.

The only flavored coffee I think they have now is the pumpkin spice - which is excellent.

In fact, it's pumpkin time at TJs! Everything imaginable has pumpkin in it.

The pumpkin cornbread mix is very inexpensive and very good - wonderful spices. You can serve it as a dessert or as a side with chili.

We love the frozen croissants - they are available now in chocolate, plain, almond and seasonal pumpkin (with pumpkin seeds on top!)...just $3.99 for 4 - and they taste like the expensive Williams Sonoma variety and are made with pure butter.

They have a fantastic nut and dried fruit department too...lots of flavored nut mixes. I just tried sweet & spicy pecans and the spiced pumpkin seeds. If you do a lot of Christmas baking, the prices on the chopped nuts are outstanding.

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RedHeadedWench — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 21:21:12 GMT

We drive about 80 miles to go to the nearest for us...going there this Saturday...love it!

I have never tried the pizzas, will make sure I buy a couple this time. I am hoping they have my favorite little bitty grapes!

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cancun08 — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 21:24:53 GMT

Oh my goodness, don't pass by the pumpkin biscotti!!!

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terrier3 — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 22:15:05 GMT

On 10/15/2014 cancun08 said: Oh my goodness, don't pass by the pumpkin biscotti!!!

I just had 2 Pumpkin Joe Joes for dessert. They are MUCH better than pumpkin spice Oreos.

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Nicnacsmommy — Thu, 16 Oct 2014 00:47:07 GMT

Now is the time to buy Trader Joes apple cider. A lot of times the stores will have this to sample. A very good flavor with some citrus undertones. Not too sweet either.

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kitty4me — Thu, 16 Oct 2014 05:45:29 GMT

On 10/15/2014 FunkyHulaGirl said:
BTW, if you're on FB, Trader Joe's has a FB group where people talk about new products, share recipes, etc.

Can you post the link please?

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kitty4me — Thu, 16 Oct 2014 05:48:55 GMT

On 10/15/2014 FunkyHulaGirl said:
BTW, if you're on FB, Trader Joe's has a FB group where people talk about new products, share recipes, etc.

Can you post the link please?