Caitilin Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 MIL has offered to buy my wish list from TJs, and bring it when she comes for t'giving. :party: What should I ask for? I already have several things, but I would love suggestions. Only thing is she is 3 hours away, so nothing frozen. :( Advice? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farrar Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 You might not want to do frozen meat, but if she has one of those frozen bags and a few ice packs, 3 hours isn't *that* far. You could have TJ's appetizers for turkey day... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NotSoObvious Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 Oh, where to begin... cornbread mix turkey chili whole wheat pastas almonds organic canned pumpkin wine wine and more wine sourdough bread iced tea lemonade other juices coffee olive oil balsamic vinegar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 OLIVES, the big green ones in the jar. MMMmmmm.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Alfred Academy Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 Joe Joe's!! They are similar to Oreo's, but WAY better. That's it. Nothing else matters. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caitilin Posted November 22, 2011 Author Share Posted November 22, 2011 Joe Joe's!! They are similar to Oreo's, but WAY better. That's it. Nothing else matters. ;) Do I remember right that there are lemon ones of these? Any other really good cookies? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjgrubbs Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 I love the fig cereal bars from there. I love to get almonds and other nut varieties there for making homemade granola bars. They have a smoky salsa that is fantasic! There are no Trader Joe's in Alabama and the nearest to me is in Atlanta, about 2 hours away. We have very few reasons to travel to Atlanta so I rarely get to go! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Alfred Academy Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 Do I remember right that there are lemon ones of these? Any other really good cookies? I don't recall lemon, but right now they have peppermint (!), chocolate, and vanilla fillings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kareni Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 Chocolate peanut butter cups Gnocchi Granola bars Olive oil Stroopwaffels Advent calendars for the children Flowers Nuts anything else that will fit in the car Regards, Kareni Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdmurray Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 Peach Salsa Pumpkin Butter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheryl Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 Chocolate peanut butter cupsGnocchi Granola bars Olive oil Stroopwaffels Advent calendars for the children Flowers Nuts anything else that will fit in the car Regards, Kareni This is totally shameful of you to suggest peanut butter cups.....:tongue_smilie: I purposefully did NOT buy them when I shopped at TJ today....and, oh, how I wanted them....I.wanted.them.bad! :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belacqua Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 B-grade maple syrup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nukeswife Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 Our absolute favorite is the Trader Giotto's Pizza sauce, I drive about and hour to get it for us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChristineW Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 Hmm. We have to go tomorrow (again). Some of our staples are whole wheat pasta, gnocchi, truffle brownie mix, salsa, organic white corn tortilla chips, rice cakes, fruit bars, fruit leathers, blueberry jelly, coconut milk, the wines are great--we have really enjoyed Overlake for whites, and Gypsy red. I've had my eye on the chocolate covered jojoes but I just can't. The chocolate stars are yummy. We bought a tin of peppermint hot chocolate but haven't tried it yet. Christine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingersmom Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 Chocolate chip cookies-they are bite size and come in a clear plastic container. So yummy! I also get the best little potatoes. They come in a small bag for around $4. They are so yummy in mashed potatoes. Olive Oil Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alpidarkomama Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 Joe Joe's!! They are similar to Oreo's, but WAY better. That's it. Nothing else matters. ;) :iagree: And the chocolate-covered peppermint cream-filled Joe Joes that only come out in November/December are just, well, ridiculous. I live 4 hours away from TJ now :( so when I go, I stock up on sesame oil (since I can't find it cheap and kosher here), olive oil, feta cheese, organic white tortilla chips (just can't find better!), the marinara sauce that comes in a can (I never buy any jarred stuff, but this is SO GOOD), nuts, Vanana yogurt (I make my own yogurt, but this flavor is just great)... I think that covers my favorites. Oh, yum. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 (edited) They have dark chocolate covered pomegranate seeds!!! The pumpkin pancake mix and pumpkin butter is good too. They have their own brand of maple syrup. I am addicted to the black olive tapanade If you eat avocados, but don't live where they grow them, TJs is relatively cheap by the bag. Cereals, granolas, and fruit leathers are awesome and their lemonade is goooood. LOVE the peanut butter. LOTS more, but I'm trying not to repeat too much or get into perishables. I forgot the teas! Stock up. They are cheap and good. You'll never pay for Twinings again. I ALWAYS eep their Irish Breakfast Tea on hand. There are 80 bags in the box. Their powdered chai mix is really good too and you can make several cups for what you'd spend for one cup at a coffee shop. Edited November 22, 2011 by KungFuPanda TEA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AvasMom Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 Pumpkin Spice Granola. I think I drooled on my keyboard a little just typing that. YUM!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kareni Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 This is totally shameful of you to suggest peanut butter cups.....:tongue_smilie: I purposefully did NOT buy them when I shopped at TJ today....and, oh, how I wanted them....I.wanted.them.bad! :lol: You'll notice that they were at the top of my list. I'm not sure I would have the strength to stop in at Trader Joe's and not pick up a container .... Regards, Kareni Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janie Grace Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 Just Mangoes (no sugar, no sulfur, DESSERT-like in sweetness and great chewy texture!) maple syrup peanut butter (TJs brand -- cheap and good) whole wheat tortillas Chai latte mix (if you like Chai, this is the best!) wine -- of course fruit leathers Lacey's almond cookies (w/ dark chocolate on top... oh my!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tammyw Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 - Dark chocolate covered caramels with salt on top (seasonal item that is to DIE for). - Fleur de sel caramels in a round cardboard bin (seasonal) - My friend said the truffles are the greatest thing on earth - excellent balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing - organic raw honey - unsalted organic corn tortillas - good selection of wine and teas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 I am not a fan of bottled mayonnaise. I went decades without touching the stuff. If I wanted mayo (which was rare) I made my own. That said, the Trader Joes Organic Mayonnaise is really quite good. And with turkey sandwich left-overs in the near future, you might want to..... Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 The Tuscan marinara is SO good! I use it as a base for so many things, and it is a great price Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathleen in LV Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 During my visit last week to TJ's, I discovered that they now sell chocolate covered potato chips. They're amazing! (But the bag is pretty small, so I would ask for a few.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Socalimom Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 TJ's Chai Tea! Yum! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shamzanne Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 Triple Olive Hummus Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups Mango Popcicles Gorgonzola Crackers Hawaiian Bagels I love their bags of prepared produce (like butternut squash chunks) Uncured Bacon ends and pieces (great deal!) Sea Salt and Peppercorn grinders Balsamic Vinegar Grade B Maple syrup Raw almonds Macadamia Nuts are super cheap, I like to dip them in the melted bars of dark chocolate and give them as gifts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paintedlady Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 Peach salsa & carbonated blueberry juice. So good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Natalieclare Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 I always stock up on wild rice, baby dutch potatoes, basil, chocolate covered, peanut butter filled pretzels, patty-pan squashes, freezed dried strawberries, prosciutto, balsamic vinegar, various nuts, salami... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 Black olive tapenade Pumpkin butter (I put these in fried wontons for Halloween, they were so good!!) Corn salsa (my dh can eat a whole jar of this in one shot, it is the one salsa he likes almost as much as mine) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tammyw Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 I am not a fan of bottled mayonnaise. I went decades without touching the stuff. If I wanted mayo (which was rare) I made my own. That said, the Trader Joes Organic Mayonnaise is really quite good. And with turkey sandwich left-overs in the near future, you might want to..... Bill We like that also. Same with their organic ketchup. I like that their organic items are affordable and tasty! I didn't realize that if it has the Trader Joe's label, then it is free of GMO, preservatives, and food dyes. So even though all their own label items aren't organic, they do have high standards. The peppermint Joe-Joe's are amazing, and we NEVER buy boxed cookies. The crunchy peppermint bits in the icing are delicious~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 We like that also. Same with their organic ketchup. I like that their organic items are affordable and tasty! Oh yes, the TJ ketchup is very good too. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tammyw Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 I thought of another - their Organic Vodka Tomato sauce is really good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 The balsamic vinegar is a great value, especially in the larger jug. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thescrappyhomeschooler Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 That would be like a dream come true to me! I wouldn't know where to begin. But, I would definitely include some of the freeze dried mangos and bananas! They are like candy, with a lot fewer calories! I love their flavored sparkling waters, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheryl h Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 I will second Mrs. Mungo's suggestion of corn salsa, it lasts all of about 30 seconds around here. The blue corn chips are very good, as are the veggie crisps, and the honey wheat pretzels. I can't believe anyone hasn't mentioned the maple cookies, yummy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caitilin Posted November 22, 2011 Author Share Posted November 22, 2011 Oh, no worries, the corn salsa was the absolute number one on my list! Ten jars or better! Love that stuff :drool: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tammyw Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 That would be like a dream come true to me! I wouldn't know where to begin. But, I would definitely include some of the freeze dried mangos and bananas! They are like candy, with a lot fewer calories! I love their flavored sparkling waters, too. We recently went on a field trip to Trader Joe's (that was fun!) They gave lots of samples on the tour, and one thing was three types of dried bananas - the first was regular dried, the second was freeze dried, and the third was vacuum fried (I believe). Anyway, one of them had palm oil so I made a mental note to check for that if we ever wanted to buy, as we try to avoid palm oil. I really liked the version without the palm oil though - the freeze dried I believe. Yum! The strawberry version would also be great, but sadly they are super sticky on the teeth :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thescrappyhomeschooler Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 We recently went on a field trip to Trader Joe's (that was fun!) They gave lots of samples on the tour, and one thing was three types of dried bananas - the first was regular dried, the second was freeze dried, and the third was vacuum fried (I believe). Anyway, one of them had palm oil so I made a mental note to check for that if we ever wanted to buy, as we try to avoid palm oil. I really liked the version without the palm oil though - the freeze dried I believe. Yum! The strawberry version would also be great, but sadly they are super sticky on the teeth :( Yeah, the freeze dried fruit has no other ingredients beside the fruit. My older son eats the whole bag of freeze dried strawberries in one sitting. His fingers turn bright red. :D The bananas are very sticky on the teeth, too. Usually have to brush soon afterward, but worth it IMHO! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted December 4, 2011 Share Posted December 4, 2011 I just learned to post pictures. Humor me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalanamak Posted December 4, 2011 Share Posted December 4, 2011 Cherry preserves made from Fresh Fruit. Their brown basmati is good Olive oil Hand made chapatis Sparkling French Berry Lemonade .... not too sweet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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