I have four feet of snow outside with ten foot snowbanks. In the past sixteen years of living here north of Boston this is perhaps the snowiest winter of all! I can't remember a January with a major … more
I am so excited I'm not sure where to start! You see, my husband is an ice cream addict. Hence I have tasted one too many store bought ice creams. I was never an ice cream lover simply because I've … more
I am so excited to review the Not Your Average Joe's Summer's Best Fest! Last year with a 6 month old baby, I missed it unfortunately. I didn't let it get away this time! If you like supporting … more
When we tried Chunks of Energy for the first time back in November, we instantly fell in love. Now we are really excited to try their new flavor, the Cha Cha Chia. This one is raw, USDA organic, and vegan! … more
Are you a chocoholic? Are you also a fan of Pringles? Then the Trader Joe's Dark Chocolate Crisps are for you! Oh no, do I sound like a commercial? I am not really a fan … more
I am not a big meat eater. When I do eat meat however I prefer organic and free range. Even better if it is from a local farm. You would know why if you watched Food Inc. or read The Omnivore's Dilemma. … more
I know, the holidays are practically over and we've got only New Year's left this week. If you haven't had Panettone this past weekend though, you should go get one. I have tried many over the years but … more
Honestly, I could use some fat, but when I had a spoonful of OIKOS that did not matter. I have never tried Greek yogurt before this, and I was very pleasantly surprised! The creamy richness is unlike … more
You might already know that Trader Joe's has an incredible cheese selection. My husband and I picked up this Raw Milk Cheddar Cheese on a recent trip and became instant fans. It was almost identical to … more
I have always loved Stonyfield Farm yogurt as long as I can remember. Before buying organic was popular and before I knew just how conventional food is made, I would resort to Stonyfield yogurt just because … more
So I am in the market for healthier snacks and sweets. Lets face it, I just can't eliminate them entirely from my diet. With a baby in the house I live off of snacks. I like to buy organic whenever possible. … more
I love desserts, that is no secret. But I am very picky when it comes to dessert. I don't like things too sweet. That is why I am big on fruit desserts that offset sweetness with a bit or sour. Of course … more
Don't get me wrong, I LOVE to make my own cookies from scratch and I do make them for my hubby. He is a cookie monster! He can't go for more than a week without cookies (a whole two dozen of them). With … more
My 8 month old is not crazy about solids. What can I say, she loves mama's milk! But now that I go to work away from home twice a week, my husband has to feed her something (she is not bottle friendly). … more
What mom doesn't want her kids to eat healthy? Most of us do and we try our best. Sometimes, or should I say, most of the time - we don't have the time for a wholesome breakfast, lunch, and dinner. As … more
I always liked figs, but haven't had dates in a very long time. I might have eaten some in a distant past. My mother came over for tea and brought these from Trader Joe's instead of Joe Joe's cookies, … more
Go ahead, try it, have JUST ONE, I dare you! There is no way you can do it, that one cracker has at least 15 friends that want to be in your tummy too. This is a snack that is … more
I searched high and low for ketchup without High Fructose Corn Syrup. Of course it was Trader Joe's who had it all along. When was the last time you had ketchup with real tomato puree, not tomato concentrate? … more
I have a friend who has great taste in all aspects. She introduced me to Mothering and she is the one who first shared this delicious Trader Joe's tea with me. I instantly fell in love with the full bodied … more
I never understood what all the fuss is about when it comes to Oreo cookies. There is just something about how they taste that I didn't like. That was until I met Joe Joe's, the Trader Joe's equivalent … more
We all know a good healthy breakfast is a must for a great day. I usually start mine with oatmeal, eggs (scrambled, boiled, or in an omelet), or waffles with tea. Waffles are versatile since you can top … more
Are you all familiar with my Trader Joe's obsession by now? If you share the love you should check in every couple of weeks for new reviews of their products by moi! There is no end in sight to more delicious … more
I think it has been about ten years since the first time I wanted to make homemade bread. Now finally I got around to it, since money does not grow on trees, the economy is tough, and I don't have a full-time … more
So we've officially moved the microwave out of the kitchen (long story), but that doesn't mean I can't make (or heat) a quick 10 minute dinner. As you all know well, I am a great Trader Joe's camper - … more
I am chocolate, I dream chocolate, I breathe chocolate. This is a pantry must-have, if you ever happen to run out - it is a 'run to Trader Joe's like a gazelle for a refill' must-have. … more
These little health bars were alright, I even bought them twice. Then they quickly got old, not to mention expensive. The bars are tiny, but they are dense - hence pretty filling for their size. I just … more
Before I quit drinking coffee (it was an addiction) I would frequent this spot only when with a group of people who wanted to go there because going there by myself would make me feel guilty I am spending … more
I am very picky when it comes to restaurants, so to get a 5 from me is an accomplishment! Not Your Average Joe's is a fairly new chain restaurant that is truly above the 'average' expectations of a chain … more
Seriously, if I could I would live there, after all - not a meal goes by without something from Trader Joe's! I don't know how this happened, but first we went to Trader Joe's rarely, on occasion, and … more