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.
