Spega La Natura Low Fat Yogurt

Trader Joe's on the day of its opening at their new location in Capitol Hill. It was, as it always is at TJ's--one of my favorite food vendors in the Seattle area or anywhere in the world--a fun and exciting time. I shopped for many of my staples and made the aqcuaintance with some new ones.

RisaG wanted to me to post what I thought was "the best purchase of all". Well, that is a hard thing to do Risa. You see, I love so many things that Trader Joe's carries. So, in reponse to your request, I think, over the next few months, I'll try to cover as many of these wonderful products as possible. This way you all get a look to know them, look them up, sample and perhaps post your impressions about them too. Who knows? They might also become your favorites.

I'll start with the only flavored yogurt I'll buy from any merchant. Spega La Natura Low Fat Yogurt is by far one of the best yogurt brands I've found in this category. Imported from Italy, Spega yogurt is made of cow's milk and is available at TJ's in a few flavors and combinations. I've tried their Coffee, Cinnamon & Ginger (the one in the picture) and their Mixed Berries (strawberries, blueberries, blackberries and raspberries).

They come in duos. Two 150g (5.3 ounces each) and retail for $2.59. All natural. Made with Bifidobacterium, Lacidophilus and 0.5% milk fat. The fruit (sweetened) is in the bottom. You stir it and presto. They have a lovely texture and flavor and come in these cute little glass jars that are not only recyclable but also the perfect vehicles for off the cuff home jam making efforts. Just top them with plastic wrap and a rubber band in a rush. You can re-use them in the kitchen and garden and they hold a small tea light nicely too.

Comments

[Inalani]

Yes, this is a wonderful yogurt. I see folks in California say that it will be discontinued at TJ's. Well we just purchased some at TJ's in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA on Saturday May 3, 2008.
I sure hope they decide to keep it on the shelves.

I'll have to check my local Ralphs now.

[Kimberly]

Oh, I just bought some of this and I am LOVE with it! The BEST yogurt EVER!! You must try it!

[Kristin]

I just bought some Spega berry yogurt on Monday at TJ's in Goleta (Santa Barbara), CA. It is yummy! Maybe I should go back and buy the rest. I'll ask them if they're still going to carry it.

[christine]

on 3/13 i was told by a manager at a tj's that they're discontinuing Spega. then yesterday when i was shopping there i saw the Spega's. so, i don't know if tj's changed their minds or if the supply was a leftover shipment. i think i will email tj's and ask them. btw, this is the s. san francisco tj's.

[Anita Locashio]

Hi, Iam sooo glad I found you. I had the pleasure of trying this faboulous yogurt,& haven't been able to locate it since. I went to the regular website, but never heard a peep.I kept the lable & the cute jars,too.I purchased these at our local Grocery Outlet in Redwood City,Ca. & as some of you know, they have the greatest prices & goodies but if ya like something, & go back it will not be there! Thank you so much for the tips,TJ's or Whole foods. Which are pricier than my GO,but I guess if ya wanna enjoy, we get to a pay the pricea.Gratzie!

[tabatha]

calling all the fans of spega now, where are you? i drive to a special trader joe's in no. ca., in alameda, because none of the other trader joe's in the area carry this product. (a lot of lame duck's say, we're gonna get it and never do). i was told today that the entire company, yep, 300 stores, have stopped carrying this wonderful product. my 2-year-old uses the jars for drinks as they are sturdy glasses that don't necessarily break when dropped. also, they are so healthy and wonderful. what is trader joe's problem anyway? could we all complain and/or post comments here like signatures and take it in to tj's to say please get it back... viva italia... such good quality. thanks!

p.s. i like that i'm not adding to plastic refuse but have sweet little jars i can keep and use.

[Dora Garduno]

I need to find Spega in the Santa Fe/Albuquerque area. Need your help.

Hi,

I'm not familiar with New Mexico markets so... my suggestion will be trying a Trader Joe's in your area if available. Other than that I suggest writing the company.

Good luck, V

[diane]

I can purchase La Natura yogurt when I go to California in a Ralphs grocery store. Where can I purchase it where I live in Colorado Springs, Co?

Diane

[susan]

I live in Colorado...any help finding Spega yogurt? We don't have TJ yet. Health food stores maybe? This yogurt is phenomenal. Bought two for a friend and I; had a hard time sharing!!

[Duyen]

They sell Spega at Whole Foods too, although it's more expensive. I've also bought Spega at Trader Joe's and Whole Foods in Los Angeles.

[Diane Hoch]

I am at the Huntington Ritz Carlton in Pasadena, CA and have just discovered Spega Yogurtin the Club Room.
I live in Kennewick, WA and wonder where I can find this delicious and healthy treat. Any info on locations?

Hi there!
As far as I know Trader Joe's carries Spega in Washington State. V

[Kathy]

I must have my Fage yogurt every morning.....with my homemade Granola....on a visit to Tucson, AZ, I stopped in to shop Trader Joe's and I was drawn to the Spega Low Fat Yogurt....the cute jars ..... and the awesome creaminess of this product and the subtle flavor of the cinnamon & ginger...WOW....I live in Houston, Texas....where can I find it .....life only continues to get better...what a pleasant discovery.....

[Walter A. Echols]

I'm the Non Perishable Director at Central Market in Dallas Texas. I'm intrested in getting your product in my store. Would you send me some information on your product (size, flavors, distrubtion, and price)

[Lacey]

I recently found 8 cute jars at a thrift shop and wondered what they were! Now I know. Thanks for all the info. I need to get to TJ's and try this out. It sounds wonderful. I had thought these would be great little place setting vases at a dinner or luncheon. L

[karen jones]

On a recent trip to Lake Las Vegas I
had a chance to try Spega Yogurt it's the best, I will never eat any other yogurt again!
I have only one problem where do I find it in S.FL or can I order it from somewhere?

[Herman]

I can confirm that the company is not going out of business!!

[Kathye Miller]

I purchase Spega at Trader Joe's in California. Please say the rumor is not true. They told me you are going out of business. Don't let it happen!

[Suzanne Wallace]

Just a few moments ago a co-worker
gave me one of her Spega Yogurt's
Apricot is the flavor. I love yogurt and could not believe how fantastic this is. I will be trying all you flavors in the future. She told me not only does TJ have it but Ralphs does too and we shop at Ralphs. Thank you

[Carol]

Looking for lids for these cute yogurt jars. I have so many but want to re-use them with a lid.

[Nancy Ryan]

Please tell me where I might find Spega yogurt in Atlanta. My first taste of your yogurt was while I was visiting a friend in California. It's a great product. Nancy

[cjgeorge]

I have purchased the SPEGA yogurt in the past and just love it. But lately my Trader Joe's in Darien, CT doesn't have it. Is there any other way I can purchase it. Please let me know, its the BEST!!!

[L]

Try the apricot flavored one! I saw it at TJ today and bought the last two and all I can say is "YUM!"
On a side note, those glass jars are perfect for flower pots. Michaels has the really small terra cotta pots and they fir perfectly in the jar. I cut a short length of cotton string and thread it through the hole in the bottom, fill it w/ potting soil, and stick a clipping from and African violet in it or any other small plant. Then fill the jar about 1/4 full of water and stick the pot in. The string wicks the water up and you end up w/ a cute plant to line your windowsill with. You can tie a ribbon around the neck to make a cute gift. You can also make really cute jar candles. :)

Thanks L! I'll have to go to Trader Joe's tomorrow and see if I can locate these apricot ones. And thank you so much for the tips on re-using the jars.

[peter nelson]

Yeah, right. So you got me hooked on this righteous yogurt and now you have taken it off the shelves. That's pretty poor PR.

Pete Nelson

Whoah Pete! Spega is still available at Trader Joe's. The yogurt that was taken off the shelves was Fage Total Greek Yogurt. Btw, I do not work for Trader Joe's nor Spega. Like you, I am only a fan. If it was up to me... :-)

[stef]

update: i got some :) and mmm mmmm

[stef]

those are such cute jars :) i really have to go get some...hmmmmm