Trader Joe's

[westcoastsunshine]

Does anyone know if there is a Trader Joe's
near TV? It would be fantastic to have
one right in The Villages.

WCS

[JSR22]

There are not any Trader Joe's in FL and there are not any coming soon according to their web site.

[graciegirl]

What can one buy at Trader Joes? I kinda thought it might be something like Sams, which we have and Costco, which we don't.

[jgbama]

What can one buy at Trader Joes? I kinda thought it might be something like Sams, which we have and Costco, which we don't.

I would think pretty good food! But, then again I'm hungry.:D

[jgbama]

What can one buy at Trader Joes? I kinda thought it might be something like Sams, which we have and Costco, which we don't.

I was close. It is a grocery store! They have food there!!:MOJE_whot:

[JenAjd]

I use Google to try to find these kinds of stores that I'm familiar with. It's been asked over and over again---if Trader Joes would come here. The answer continues to be that there are no plans at this time.

[Tweety Bird]

Does anyone know if there is a Trader Joe's
near TV? It would be fantastic to have
one right in The Villages.

WCS

Dream on. I wish!

[villages07]

Gracie...they have one in your hometown. Go check 'em out sometime. I sure wish we had one here.

Cincinnati (Kenwood)
7788 Montgomery Road
Cincinnati, OH 45236
Trading Hours: 9 am – 9 pm
Phone: 513-984-3452

For other locations:

http://www.traderjoes.com/pdf/locations/midwest.pdf

Good, unique, fresh food at reasonable prices.

[JSR22]

Trader Joe's is a food market with a lot of interesting items. What I am going to miss is Wegmam's which is 5 miles from my house. There is a Whole Foods 45 miles from TV. How is Sweetwaters?
Jeanne (who loves good food)

[jgbama]

Trader Joe's is a food market with a lot of interesting items. What I am going to miss is Wegmam's which is 5 miles from my house. There is a Whole Foods 45 miles from TV. How is Sweetwaters?
Jeanne (who loves good food)

We don't have either in Alabama, but have been to Sweetwaters at TV and liked it. We like Publix's too! We have those here in Bama.

[cherylncliff]

The Fresh Market is very much like Trader Joes. You might want to give it a try.

[JSR22]

Thanks that is good news. We are coming Saturday for our Lifestyle visit. I will definitely stop over there.
Jeanne

[BogeyBoy]

The Fresh Market is very much like Trader Joes. You might want to give it a try.

I like Fresh Market and I definitely like Trader Joe's but I never have thought of them as being alike. When I go to Trader Joe's I feel I am getting a bargain, never feel that way at Fresh Market.

I agree with JSR22 - I miss Wegman's. Used to drive from Reading to Allentown to shop.

[katezbox]

I like Fresh Market and I definitely like Trader Joe's but I never have thought of them as being alike. When I go to Trader Joe's I feel I am getting a bargain, never feel that way at Fresh Market.

Agree...

Also, Sweetbay is a brand of the Maine grocery chain Hannaford's. It is smaller than a Publix and a bit pricier. Good wine selection (for a grocery store) though.

k

[Russ_Boston]

Went to Trader Joe's over the weekend to see what the fuss is about since I was sure that I missed something the first time.

Still don't get it. 90% of their stuff is available for less (much less in fact) at my local market (Market Basket). They have a large selection of their own cereals but that's no draw for me.

I guess I'll never understand the fascination.

Fresh Market is closer to Whole Foods in terms of style than it is Trader Joe's.

[BogeyBoy]

Agree...

Also, Sweetbay is a brand of the Maine grocery chain Hannaford's. It is smaller than a Publix and a bit pricier. Good wine selection (for a grocery store) though.

k

When we first moved to Southwest Florida there were no Sweetbay's, just Kash and Karry. Then they built a brand new Sweetbay right down the road from us and started to convert the older Kash and Karry stores to Sweetbay.

I still prefer Publix but I have to agree that they have a good wine selection for their size.

[BogeyBoy]

Went to Trader Joe's over the weekend to see what the fuss is about since I was sure that I missed something the first time.

Still don't get it. 90% of their stuff is available for less (much less in fact) at my local market (Market Basket). They have a large selection of their own cereals but that's no draw for me.

I guess I'll never understand the fascination.

Fresh Market is closer to Whole Foods in terms of style than it is Trader Joe's.

I haven't lived very close to a Trader Joe's since I left California in 1997. Back then they were a bargain, for example - 2 Buck Chuck. In California they had full liquor stores and good prices. I was single when I first started to go there and they had a good selection of food that was quick to prepare and pretty tasty.

[Russ_Boston]

I haven't lived very close to a Trader Joe's since I left California in 1997. Back then they were a bargain, for example - 2 Buck Chuck. In California they had full liquor stores and good prices. I was single when I first started to go there and they had a good selection of food that was quick to prepare and pretty tasty.

I think Grocery stores are much like the pizza debate we have on TOTV from time to time. It's a very parochial thing. The one near you is always the best:)

I've done studies in my area betwen the 4 major chains: Stop & Shop; Hannafords (Sweetbay in TV); Shaws; and Market Basket. The results were not even close. Market Basket was 34% less than the cheapest of the others on the exact same basket of goods. Two buck chuck would normal price at Market Basket, even in today's pricing! Money-wise we will miss Market Basket when we move.

[katezbox]

I think Grocery stores are much like the pizza debate we have on TOTV from time to time. It's a very parochial thing. The one near you is always the best:)

I've done studies in my area betwen the 4 major chains: Stop & Shop; Hannafords (Sweetbay in TV); Shaws; and Market Basket. The results were not even close. Market Basket was 34% less than the cheapest of the others on the exact same basket of goods. Two buck chuck would normal price at Market Basket, even in today's pricing! Money-wise we will miss Market Basket when we move.

Russ,

Agree with you on your pricing assessment of the grocery stores in NE...but see Trader Joe's as a supplement - much as I see Fresh Market or Whole Foods, but at a better price. When we are with the kids in Atlanta, Jim always makes a TJ's run. The Two (now Three) buck chuck is not a value to me - if want really cheap wine there are some jug wins that are less expensive. But here are the things we do purchase...

1. Their jams - especially the wild blueberry - as good as Stonewall kitchen's - at about half the price for twice as much

2. Great cheese selection at a reasonable price - comparable to Costco.

3. Flash frozen meats - excelled lamb chops

4. The granola - Jim's fave

5. Appetizer toppings - bruschetta, tapenade, etc. You can have these on hand if a party just happens to materialize. And you know how often that is at our place.

JMO...

Kate

[ricthemic]

Went to Trader Joe's over the weekend to see what the fuss is about since I was sure that I missed something the first time.

Still don't get it. 90% of their stuff is available for less (much less in fact) at my local market (Market Basket). They have a large selection of their own cereals but that's no draw for me.

I guess I'll never understand the fascination.

Fresh Market is closer to Whole Foods in terms of style than it is Trader Joe's.

I am also from boston and cape cod... TRADER JOES is AWESOME. Extremely successful up north. Russ may not get it but believe me their stores kick (i wish i could say it) butt. I would love to see them in TV

[graciegirl]

There is nothing like the grocery chain, the Pizza and the team from one's home town.

I miss you all, but had LaRosa's pizza tonight to help me cope.

Plus, the Reds are doing great.

[chuckinca]

Two Buck Chuck (still the price in CA) will give you a spliting headache that you will never forget.

When in Trader Joe's (in Santa Rosa, CA) we buy scented handsoap, tea, dark chocolate bars, some produce, and some other items not available in Safeway. Usually don't spend more than $20 a month there.


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[BogeyBoy]

Two Buck Chuck (still the price in CA) will give you a spliting headache that you will never forget.



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I think I figured this out a while ago.

Two Buck Chuck = $2.00

Decent wine = $24.00

12 bottles of Two Buck Chuck = $24.00

So I thought drinking 12 bottles of Two Buck Chuck would be the same as enjoying a nice bottle of wine.

I always had a headache the next day. Mystery solved.

[SALYBOW]

Trader Joes is like Fresh Market but much less expensive. I would love to see one here.:MOJE_whot::clap2::welcome:

[Hawkwind]

Charles Shaw's Two Buck Chuck is a staple but in Ohio it is $3.79 thanks to Ohio law. Mix and match a case and you are good to go. Great stuff to have on hand for any occasion and the most critical wine drinker.

[SALYBOW]

There is nothing like the grocery chain, the Pizza and the team from one's home town.

I miss you all, but had LaRosa's pizza tonight to help me cope.

Plus, the Reds are doing great.

Gracie,
I am so envious. I love LaRosas and Skyline.

[Tbugs]

The closest Trader Joe's is in Atlanta. That is about a 6 hour drive from The Villages. Kind of a long way to go for groceries.

In Silver Spring, Maryland, I had a Trader Joe's about 10 minutes from the house. I got a real liking to Trader Joe's Triple Shot iced coffee in a 12 oz. can. It was great on a hot summer morning while reading the newspaper (Washington Post, of course) on the back deck and watching the birds and squirrels on the deck railing eating the seeds and peanuts I put there.

However, here in The Villages, I think it is great to sit in my Florida room with sliding glass windows, drinking my coffee, reading The Daily Sun, and watching the white ibis on the golf course. The Villages wins!!!

[westcoastsunshine]

Thanks to all for the Trader Joe's info. For some
reason, it makes me happy to shop there. Plus,
I love reading their flyers. However, just being
in TV will make me happier. Fresh Market it is....
Just looked at the video on PeachWaves and the
frozen yogurt looks amazing. I can't wait to
try all the flavors.

[jblum315]

Fresh Market is more like Whole Foods.

[gego3650]

Trader Joes sells wine for $ 3 a bottle. Good wine. In California its $ 2 and known as two bucks Chucks.

[natickdan]

Trader Joe's seems to attract a faithful following and I'm one. They have a good selection of eclectic "Trader Joe's" branded food that I've generally found to be excellent and, as the previously noted, they have a nice and inexpensive wine selection which also includes Two Buck Chuck, ( actually $2.99 in this area). It's difficult to find a place to purchase a case of wine for less $36. Fortunately, there is a Whole Foods Market in the same area.

[graciegirl]

The closest Trader Joe's is in Atlanta. That is about a 6 hour drive from The Villages. Kind of a long way to go for groceries.

In Silver Spring, Maryland, I had a Trader Joe's about 10 minutes from the house. I got a real liking to Trader Joe's Triple Shot iced coffee in a 12 oz. can. It was great on a hot summer morning while reading the newspaper (Washington Post, of course) on the back deck and watching the birds and squirrels on the deck railing eating the seeds and peanuts I put there.

However, here in The Villages, I think it is great to sit in my Florida room with sliding glass windows, drinking my coffee, reading The Daily Sun, and watching the white ibis on the golf course. The Villages wins!!!

PTurner lives in Atlanta. You can all give her two dollars each and she can do a booze run from Trader Joes. I have lots of Advil and I will be happy to help after you all get the headache from drinkin' that two buck chuck. I don't drink anymore. I never could get the hang of it.

P.S. I hear that PTurner expects to make a little on this. Maybe ten dollars a bottle?

[diskman]

Trader Joe's is a food market with a lot of interesting items. What I am going to miss is Wegmam's which is 5 miles from my house. There is a Whole Foods 45 miles from TV. How is Sweetwaters?
Jeanne (who loves good food)

Is there a "Sprouts" store?:MOJE_whot:

[Russ_Boston]

Stupid me - I thought two buck chuck was hamburg:1rotfl:

[Pturner]

Stupid me - I thought two buck chuck was hamburg:1rotfl:

I'll gladly pay you Tuesday for a hamburger today.:D

[Pturner]

The closest Trader Joe's is in Atlanta. That is about a 6 hour drive from The Villages. Kind of a long way to go for groceries.

In Silver Spring, Maryland, I had a Trader Joe's about 10 minutes from the house. I got a real liking to Trader Joe's Triple Shot iced coffee in a 12 oz. can. It was great on a hot summer morning while reading the newspaper (Washington Post, of course) on the back deck and watching the birds and squirrels on the deck railing eating the seeds and peanuts I put there.

However, here in The Villages, I think it is great to sit in my Florida room with sliding glass windows, drinking my coffee, reading The Daily Sun, and watching the white ibis on the golf course. The Villages wins!!!

PTurner lives in Atlanta. You can all give her two dollars each and she can do a booze run from Trader Joes. I have lots of Advil and I will be happy to help after you all get the headache from drinkin' that two buck chuck. I don't drink anymore. I never could get the hang of it.

P.S. I hear that PTurner expects to make a little on this. Maybe ten dollars a bottle?

Tbugs, is the check in the mail? :ho:

[Chief29]

Graaciegirl, there is a new one going up in Eastside shopping center opening this summer.

[zcaveman]

Stupid me - I thought two buck chuck was hamburg:1rotfl:

That makes two of us!!! :MOJE_whot:

[aljetmet]

Went to Trader Joe's over the weekend to see what the fuss is about since I was sure that I missed something the first time.

Still don't get it. 90% of their stuff is available for less (much less in fact) at my local market (Market Basket). They have a large selection of their own cereals but that's no draw for me.

I guess I'll never understand the fascination.

Fresh Market is closer to Whole Foods in terms of style than it is Trader Joe's.

People love Trader Joes for the 10% you can't find in a regular supermarket...

[Shirleevee]

People love Trader Joes for the 10% you can't find in a regular supermarket...

Yes, such as Goat Milk yogurt.......no store here has it boohoo

[Russ_Boston]

Yes, such as Goat Milk yogurt.......no store here has it boohoo

OK that makes it 9% because I'll skip that one:)

[TednRobin]

State College, PA getting a Trader Joe's, guess I will finally see what all the fuss is about.

[K9-Lovers]

Graaciegirl, there is a new one going up in Eastside shopping center opening this summer.

Is this near TV, or in Ohio?

[HawkeyeBarb]

I love Trader Joe's! We don't have any here in the West Lafayette area. There is one on the north side of Indianapolis but I haven't been to that one. It is about 65 miles from us. I have gone to the one in Cincinnati that was mentioned previously. It is within walking distance of my son's home and he goes there quite a bit. I really like the variety of coffees! The atmosphere is kind of nice, too. The store is nice and cozy and the workers are very friendly...like they actually enjoy being at work!
That makes 3 of us thinking two buck chuck was hamburger!!!! :)