Ashley I.
Yelp
I'd like to start by saying that I normally drive from Brevard all the way to Winter Park just to do my monthly Trader Joe's haul. So as you can assume, I am a big fan! Grocery shopping usually feels like a chore, but Trader Joe's truly sparks joy for me and my son loves it too. He gets his own mini cart and a lollipop at checkout, which makes the whole experience extra fun. It also makes the bill higher with all his personal finds haha!
The store is always spotless, beautifully organized, and full of fresh products at fair prices. But what really sets Trader Joe's apart for me are the seasonal items. No one does them better! I also love that they carry plenty of vegan and gluten-free options, along with their own unique brand items you can't find anywhere else. If you enjoy specialty items including craft cheeses, this is absolutely the place to shop.
On my most recent visit, I came in for my fall haul (happy first day of fall!) and Trader Joe's did not disappoint. The moment you walk in, you're greeted by the smell of fresh seasonal flowers including Mums and cinnamon broom sticks. I even picked up a pumpkin succulent, because how could I resist?
Some of my favorite signature Trader Joe's items include their salad kits: Avocado Ranch and the Peanut & Crispy Noodles kits, Chicken Fried Rice, Mandarin Orange Chicken, Chicken Potstickers, Chicken Tikka Masala, Ravioli, Corn Tortilla Chips and so much more.
For this trip, I made sure to snap photos of all the fall goodies because honestly, no one celebrates the seasons like Trader Joe's. And a special shoutout to Aside and John, who checked us out so kindly and packed everything with such care. They made the experience even better.
The only small downfall is the parking, it can be a bit tricky....but I promise it's worth it. Trader Joe's is so much more than a grocery store; it's a happy place for me and my family, and I couldn't recommend it more!