Trader Joe's

11/21/08

Enjoy Grocery Shopping by Jill G. at InsiderPages

Contributor at Insider Pages

I love to shop here because the foods they sell are oh so good!

Two of my favorites are their delicious, healthy frozen berries and mango chunks.

Every time I go I try to buy something new that I have never tried before.

I actually enjoy grocery shopping now!

It is a happy experience to shop there because the people are relaxed, friendly, and genuinely seem to like being there.

The atmosphere feels like a party rather than a chore.

Fresh produce and gourmet frozen foods sold at affordable prices.

by Martha Burr at Citysearch

In Short
Founder Joseph Coulombe started this L.A.-based convenience chain 34 years ago. Today, you can get exotic, prepackaged frozen foods, fresh salsas, huge portobello mushrooms, baby artichokes and heirloom tomatoes fresher--and cheaper--than at most supermarkets. Inexpensive meat, fish, coffees and teas, dozens of cheeses, grains and pastas cram the shelves. The frozen section features tasty treats, including barbecue chicken pizzas, mushroom risotto and salmon patties. Beer, wine and liquor sections are stocked with very affordable labels.