I am totally obsessed with Trader Joes. If you have never been to a Trader Joes, search your closest store and grab your car keys because you are missing out! As for me I don’t think I can ever live in a city again that doesn’t have a Trader Joe’s.
I would be writing this post for days if I included all my favorite seasonal items so I will stick to staples. But FYI pumpkin items are on the shelves NOW! And I cant wait to use the Pumpkin Swirl Brioche Bread to make some amazing french toast for a Fall Brunch.
Fresh Section
When you first walk into Trader Joe’s the flowers are beautiful and a favorite of mine, however, the plans have never done well in my house. The pots are super cute though to reuse eve if you cant keep the plant alive! Next is Produce. The dressings are a first stop for me every time. I trade between getting the Spicy Peanut, Cilantro, and the vegan Spicy Cashew butter Dressing. I use these dressing on salad, chicken and Rice bowls and its hard to pick a favorite.
From the Meats and dairy section there is also my most favorite hummus of all time! I have been buying this for almost ten years! The Cilantro Jalapeño hummus is a must buy. Delicious on crackers with turkey or with veggie sticks. The Pollo Asado is a delicious chicken for simple tacos or for a salad. If you haven’t tried the unexpected cheddar you are so missing out! It tastes like a mix between sharp cheddar and parmesan. It comes in a brick and shredded form, tastes delicious with a sweet apple or on cheese toast. So yummy this literally may be my favorite cheese ever!
Drinks
Trader Joes has one of the best wine selections! Every time I go I make sure to grab a bottle. I don’t always grab the same one, I do mix it up and occasionally grab some ciders as well. Non-alcoholic beverages here I ALWAYS grab are the health shots. There are the Lemon Ginger, Turmeric, and the Acerola cherry. They are strong and I wont say they are delicious but they have amazing health benefits. The lemon ginger is great for days my stomach hurts or I feel bloated, it is also a great immune boost for before and after travel. My husband likes the turmeric shots for the anti inflammatory after a workout. They also have an amazing Green juice and carrot juice if you are into juicing. Other drinks I like to buy is the chocolate oat-milk, coconut cream latte.
Frozen
Trader Joe’s might have my favorite frozen grocery store sections! The mac and cheese selection is amazing. The hatch green chili is always around and makes a prefect side dish for BBQ and seasonally the butternut squash Mac is a TJ’s fan favorite! The potsticker are great and the frozen rice is a great price that only takes 3 minutes to cook, i use it for meal prep. The Indian food is right up there with the wine, I grab it on every trip. Specifically I always buy the Channa masala, and the fiery chicken curry. These both serve great with some of the frozen nan bread. I like to try out new desserts every time I go and have never been disappointed!
Dry Goods
The dry section is full on many snacks! I love the popcorn and the different flavors it comes in, also the sweet potato chips are delicious. The nut section is spectacular! my favorites include the coconut jerky, Thai lime & chili cashews, and the coconut cashews. My husband’s favorite thing from the dry section is the Corn Poblano Chowder (pictured above with frozen foods.) Perfect for fall weather! DO NOT, I repeat DO NOT forget to stop at the spice section! I love the chili lime seasoning for fruit and meats, the lemon pepper grinder and of course the everything but the bagel seasoning.
We also like the dog treats and health products. We buy the Microdermabrasion Scrub and the blueberry & acaí facial scrub. Both of these were recommended to me by my wax lady for ingrown hairs and blackheads. The B- complex vitamin is a great deal at just under 5 dollars with a huge boost of many B vitamins. I have seen this recommended in many health articles.
So like I said earlier… Run don’t walk to your closest Trader Joes and pick up some of my favorites. Also let me know your favorites fro TJ’s in the comments below! And grab yourself a chocolate bar at checkout too, you wont be sorry.
