Before I ever shopped at Trader Joe's, I assumed that it was a high-priced health food store with limited selection. I found that I was completely wrong, except for that many of the food options ARE more healthy than typical grocery store products (no high fructose corn syrup or trans-fat, that I've seen--and I read ingredients). It is definitely my favorite place to shop.
Why I love this store:
-return anything that you don't like for a full refund
-samples to try before you buy
-the employees always seem happy and are crazy helpful
-2.99 greek yogurt (compared to $4+ for Fage)
-1.99 liquid egg whites carton
-1.69 reduced fat wheat crisp crackers
-1.29 for 4 big lemons
-1.79 1/2 gallon of milk
-1.69 for 1.5 lbs of baby carrots
-1.49 shredded carrots
-1.49 dozen eggs
-1.99 hummus (chipotle pepper is my favorite!)
-2.49 organic spinach
-1.69 english muffins
-1.89 pizza sauce
-1.79 peanut butter (salted or unsalted creamy or crunchy)
-3.49 for a bag of 4 avocados
-0.99 sea salt
-3.99 2-ply 12 rolls recycled bath tissue
-Lots of imported cheese...good prices on it. I love the brie and the blue cheese
-Tofu is only about 1.49 (used to be .99, but I think the price increased)
-I don't have prices, but I also love the frozen veggies and berries.
-Awesome selection of cookies, nuts, candy (chocolate covered everything), and frozen desserts
-Great beer/wine selection
AND THE NUMBER ONE REASON
-3.49 Charles Shaw Wine! Ever heard of 2 Buck Chuck? This is it...and it is GOOD.
Anything to add?? There is a Trader Joe's at Easton and one on Sawmill near 161.
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Monday, May 4, 2009
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Ebates for Online Shopping
Anytime I shop online, I check with ebates to see whether they offer cashback for the store website from which I am making a purchase. Even if I’ve already added items to my shopping bag on a website, I’ll close out of the website (the items usually stays in the cart for a period of time), log on to ebates and link back to the website from ebates in order to receive cash back.
Often ebates will list coupon codes for additional discounts at the store website. Ebates usually offers double cash back for select stores at different times---up to 15% or more, which can be significant, especially if you use a coupon code on your order. I usually google for coupon codes before I make any purchase and often receive free shipping or a percentage or amount off of my purchase (for example google “old navy coupon code” and you’ll come to a list of websites that post coupon codes for that store. I usually look at a couple of sites and see if there are any applicable coupons to use---this also tends to be when I remember to log into ebates to get my cash back). You’ll receive an email when Ebates has credited your account with cash back from a purchase within a few days.
I’ve been a member of Ebates since 2007 and have already received $54.95 cashback---for doing nothing but entering the store website through ebates and referring a few members. You can receive your cash back checks by mail or have them deposited into your paypal account. You’ll receive your rewards approximately 4 times/year. You can also designate a charity or a friend to receive your cash back.
If you use my link, you will receive a $5 bonus when you sign up and make your first purchase (full disclosure—I will receive $5 too). Refer friends from your unique link and receive $5 when they sign up!
Often ebates will list coupon codes for additional discounts at the store website. Ebates usually offers double cash back for select stores at different times---up to 15% or more, which can be significant, especially if you use a coupon code on your order. I usually google for coupon codes before I make any purchase and often receive free shipping or a percentage or amount off of my purchase (for example google “old navy coupon code” and you’ll come to a list of websites that post coupon codes for that store. I usually look at a couple of sites and see if there are any applicable coupons to use---this also tends to be when I remember to log into ebates to get my cash back). You’ll receive an email when Ebates has credited your account with cash back from a purchase within a few days.
I’ve been a member of Ebates since 2007 and have already received $54.95 cashback---for doing nothing but entering the store website through ebates and referring a few members. You can receive your cash back checks by mail or have them deposited into your paypal account. You’ll receive your rewards approximately 4 times/year. You can also designate a charity or a friend to receive your cash back.
If you use my link, you will receive a $5 bonus when you sign up and make your first purchase (full disclosure—I will receive $5 too). Refer friends from your unique link and receive $5 when they sign up!
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Earth Day- ideas and deals
Earth Day has been promoted heavily this year, locally and nationally, which is fantastic! According to www.idealbite.com, (which is a great resource for little tips to be more earth-friendly) “Earth Day is the third-most activity-inspiring holiday in schools, after Christmas and Halloween.” Sign up for Ideal Bites daily tips or just browse the tip library to see what you can do to make a difference.
What can you implement into your life? Recycling, gardening, composting, reusing items instead of tossing them, using eco-friendly products, buying local and organic food, planting trees, volunteering for clean-up projects, turning off water while brushing your teeth and taking quicker showers, using grocery totes, using CFL’s in your house, reduce the amount of driving/idling that you do.
If you’re interested in composting, check out this composter from amazon (free shipping). I bought this one for my mom, and my friends bought one off of my recommendation and they really like it (I don’t have a yard). As with any composting, it takes a little getting used to what/when to add. This site is a great resource for all things composting. You may find that you have little need for trash pickup if you recycle and compost!
Check out my Amazon Earth Day sale link on the right (or click here)to buy eco-friendly items at a discounted rate!
Happy Earth Day!
What can you implement into your life? Recycling, gardening, composting, reusing items instead of tossing them, using eco-friendly products, buying local and organic food, planting trees, volunteering for clean-up projects, turning off water while brushing your teeth and taking quicker showers, using grocery totes, using CFL’s in your house, reduce the amount of driving/idling that you do.
If you’re interested in composting, check out this composter from amazon (free shipping). I bought this one for my mom, and my friends bought one off of my recommendation and they really like it (I don’t have a yard). As with any composting, it takes a little getting used to what/when to add. This site is a great resource for all things composting. You may find that you have little need for trash pickup if you recycle and compost!
Check out my Amazon Earth Day sale link on the right (or click here)to buy eco-friendly items at a discounted rate!
Happy Earth Day!
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