Food and Drink Trader Joes KC - Page 7

Deberg_1990 · 07-18-2011, 09:26 AM

Anyone been yet? Whats the fuss? Its just a grocery store right?

http://www.kcconfidential.com/full_c...full=yes&pbr=1

Fast forward to this week's hot July weekend in Kansas City and Friday's grand opening of not just one, but two TRADER JOE'S grocery stores---the upscale sister business of German owned ALDI stores.

A grand opening without any advertising no less!

(Note: TJ's takes all credit cards. Aldi doesn't take any. And the second TJ location is at 119th and Roe in Leawood.)

Barricades at Ward Parkway Center, security officers, long lines, humanity in mass. You'd think these people had never been to a modern supermarket. Or God forbid, a WHOLE FOODS.

As I was driving past the new Trader Joe's off State Line Friday morning, I swore to stay away from the place for at least a month before checking it out. But curiosity got the best of me Sunday afternoon and off to Ward Parkway Center it was.

Trying to find a parking spot anywhere close was a major challenge. But I lucked out with a spot on the far north side of Target's parking area.

What did I find inside the new store?

Massive crowds, many semi-empty shelves that couldn't be restocked fast enough and some pretty tasty looking goodies. Pricing at first glance seemed to be good to average. A six pack of Beck's beer $6.99, while a gallon of milk sold for $2.99---good prices.

Did I stock up?

No way! Eight checkout lanes. Each with lines at least 20 shoppers deep.

Will I go back? Sure, why not---when things have settled down a bit that is. Until then, it's HyVee, Price Chopper---and dare I suggest--Whole Foods for me.

htismaqe · 01-13-2012, 03:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KCFANinNC

Try the Mission St Ale's The brown is one of my favorites. 5.6% too

Orange chicken, fried eggplant, marinara in a green can, goat cheese, and flowers (to justify the beer) are bought every visit.

Produce usually is not that great of a deal.

The parent company is actually Aldi's and all of their products are re-branded.

Stewie · 01-13-2012, 03:40 PM

It's funny to me that Aldi/TJ are suddenly awesome food choices. I suppose that 888 International will be the next best thing for the uniformed.

http://888intlmarket.com/

**Baby Lee** · 01-13-2012, 03:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stewie

It's funny to me that Aldi/TJ are suddenly awesome food choices. I suppose that 888 International will be the next best thing for the uniformed.

http://888intlmarket.com/

You're an idiot, not even worth the CP meme version of said statement.

Silock · 01-13-2012, 03:46 PM

ITT: People hating on cheap food.

...I don't get it.

veist · 01-13-2012, 04:12 PM

I think Stewie is just totally jelly of my lemon triple ginger ice cream from TJ's. They must've been out when he went to get some.

sedated · 01-13-2012, 04:18 PM

Is there a website that reveals what the real brands are behind the Trader Joe’s packaging?

As a wholesale food producer, I’m not a big fan of the place – I think the people that created these things that everyone seems to love should get recognition for it.

Pitt Gorilla · 01-13-2012, 04:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sedated

Is there a website that reveals what the real brands are behind the Trader Joe’s packaging?

As a wholesale food producer, I’m not a big fan of the place – I think the people that created these things that everyone seems to love should get recognition for it.

I'd like to know as well; there are no TJs in my area and I'd love to be able to procure some peachy awesomeness.

ReynardMuldrake · 01-13-2012, 04:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stewie

It's funny to me that Aldi/TJ are suddenly awesome food choices. I suppose that 888 International will be the next best thing for the uniformed.

http://888intlmarket.com/

That place is cool! I love keeping weird Japanese candies on my desk at work just to see the looks I get. It's also a good place to shop if you like eastern cooking or sushi making. I can buy lo mein noodles in a 10-pound box, and they're the only place I know of that carries masago.

sedated · 01-13-2012, 04:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ReynardMuldrake

That place is cool! I love keeping weird Japanese candies on my desk at work just to see the looks I get. It's also a good place to shop if you like eastern cooking or sushi making. I can buy lo mein noodles in a 10-pound box, and they're the only place I know of that carries masago.

you need to hook up some recipes. My apartment is literaly right behind one of these 888 markets, and I would love to try to make some asian stuff, but am completely lost when it comes to cooking that style of food.

Include pics of the ingredients, since everything in the store is in chinese (or whatever).

Pants · 01-13-2012, 05:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stewie

It's funny to me that Aldi/TJ are suddenly awesome food choices. I suppose that 888 International will be the next best thing for the uniformed.

http://888intlmarket.com/

My dad is a HUGE tea connoisseur so I get him those Chinese teas from there. He digs them.

**DaKCMan AP** · 01-13-2012, 05:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stewie

Sheesh! You'd think TJ was the all-end-all. It's ****ing Aldi with excellent marketing to the dumbasses.

Trader Joes sells quality while Aldi sells garbage. You're typically on the very wrong side of things so your disdain of Trader Joes only further confirms it's Awesomeness.

**doomy3** · 01-13-2012, 05:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stewie

It's funny to me that Aldi/TJ are suddenly awesome food choices. I suppose that 888 International will be the next best thing for the uniformed.

http://888intlmarket.com/

Why do you think people wearing uniforms would especially like 888 International Market?

Bump · 01-13-2012, 06:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stewie

Sheesh! You'd think TJ was the all-end-all. It's ****ing Aldi with excellent marketing to the dumbasses.

bullcrap. The stuff is good and reasonably priced, except for the milk, I ain't paying $7 per gallon. But most of the stuff in there is unique and tastes good to me and it's cheap. I see no problem shopping there. My only complaint is that it's too damn small.

Fish · 01-13-2012, 06:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DaKCMan AP

Trader Joes sells quality while Aldi sells garbage. You're typically on the very wrong side of things so your disdain of Trader Joes only further confirms it's Awesomeness.

Bullshit. It's the same stuff. The only difference is TJs is trendy with the food and offers more kinds of products.

Silock · 01-13-2012, 06:50 PM

So what? It's still cheap and tasty. I don't understand why everyone is hating on it so hard.

07-18-2011, 09:26 AM
Deberg_1990 In Search of a Life Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: San Antonio Tx. Casino cash: $154454	Trader Joes KC Anyone been yet? Whats the fuss? Its just a grocery store right? http://www.kcconfidential.com/full_c...full=yes&pbr=1 Fast forward to this week's hot July weekend in Kansas City and Friday's grand opening of not just one, but two TRADER JOE'S grocery stores---the upscale sister business of German owned ALDI stores. A grand opening without any advertising no less! (Note: TJ's takes all credit cards. Aldi doesn't take any. And the second TJ location is at 119th and Roe in Leawood.) Barricades at Ward Parkway Center, security officers, long lines, humanity in mass. You'd think these people had never been to a modern supermarket. Or God forbid, a WHOLE FOODS. As I was driving past the new Trader Joe's off State Line Friday morning, I swore to stay away from the place for at least a month before checking it out. But curiosity got the best of me Sunday afternoon and off to Ward Parkway Center it was. Trying to find a parking spot anywhere close was a major challenge. But I lucked out with a spot on the far north side of Target's parking area. What did I find inside the new store? Massive crowds, many semi-empty shelves that couldn't be restocked fast enough and some pretty tasty looking goodies. Pricing at first glance seemed to be good to average. A six pack of Beck's beer $6.99, while a gallon of milk sold for $2.99---good prices. Did I stock up? No way! Eight checkout lanes. Each with lines at least 20 shoppers deep. Will I go back? Sure, why not---when things have settled down a bit that is. Until then, it's HyVee, Price Chopper---and dare I suggest--Whole Foods for me.
Posts: 68,629

01-13-2012, 03:40 PM	#92
Stewie MVP Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: West of the Equator Casino cash: $-1770099	It's funny to me that Aldi/TJ are suddenly awesome food choices. I suppose that 888 International will be the next best thing for the uniformed. http://888intlmarket.com/
Posts: 13,867

01-13-2012, 03:46 PM	#94
Silock MVP Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Overland Park Casino cash: $10020882	ITT: People hating on cheap food. ...I don't get it.
Posts: 19,908

01-13-2012, 04:12 PM	#95
veist Veteran Join Date: Oct 2006 Casino cash: $10004900	I think Stewie is just totally jelly of my lemon triple ginger ice cream from TJ's. They must've been out when he went to get some.
Posts: 1,324

01-13-2012, 06:50 PM	#105
Silock MVP Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Overland Park Casino cash: $10020882	So what? It's still cheap and tasty. I don't understand why everyone is hating on it so hard.
Posts: 19,908