Food Talk And Fabulous Finds Recipes, Healthy Cooking, and General Food Topics

Reply
 
Thread Tools
Old 03-24-2008, 05:22 PM   #1  
Constant Vigilance
Thread Starter
 
BlueToBlue's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: Fremont, CA
Posts: 2,818

S/C/G: 150/132/<130

Height: just under 5'4"

Default Favorite High-End Grocery Store Foods

Tomorrow I have a rare opportunity to shop at a high-end grocery store (the store is Andronico's and it's somewhat similar to Whole Foods). I have a few things on my list that I want to look for, like special flours, salad dressings, and hot cereal, but I want to make the most of this opportunity. What are some of your favorite, diet-friendly foods that you buy at specialty grocery stores that you can't get at the mainstream stores?
BlueToBlue is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-24-2008, 05:32 PM   #2  
it's always something
 
Suzanne 3FC's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 1999
Posts: 11,615

Default

Oooh I just googled Andronico and I'm in envy I think that high quality non-traditional foods easily fit into a diet because food quality matters. There's a sticky at the top of this forum asking about gourmet and specialty foods that make your diet easier, maybe it will provide some tips for your shopping trip. Please let us know what goodies you bring home
Suzanne 3FC is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-24-2008, 05:45 PM   #3  
Moderating Mama
 
mandalinn82's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2005
Location: Woodland, CA
Posts: 11,712

S/C/G: 295/200/175

Height: 5' 8"

Default

Mmmm, Andronicos.

Do you like olives? You've gotta stop at the olive bar and get some olives. Heck, stop and get a giant salad from the salad bar for dinner. But that wasn't exactly your question...

What about finding more unique versions of things you already eat? Usually using plain-ol-brown-rice? Try finding some brown rice blends by a small producer. Eat cereal for breakfast? Find a specialty cereal with nutrition stats you love. "Upgrade" your spice blends. Buy some high quality olive oil. Little upgrades make a BIG difference in flavor.
mandalinn82 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-24-2008, 07:20 PM   #4  
Senior Member
 
friendlykat4u's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: RI
Posts: 429

Height: 5'8"

Default

Definetely check out the produce section. I love Whole Foods and I'm fortunate enough to have a few around. I wish I had Trader Joes close by, but the closest one is about an hour drive.

I love the produce section at Whole Foods, I find fruits and vegetables that my regular supermarket doesn't carry. Like different types of peppers, mushrooms, leafy greens. Their selection of organic frozen fruits/vegetables is also nice. Whole Foods also has a "bulk" section where you can find grains, nuts, etc that are prices very reasonably since they're in bulk. Check out meat substitutes, they tend to carry a wider selection than the traditional supermarkets. Don't forget to check out frozen meals too.

I looooove going to specialty stores, I googled Andronico's, and they're only in CA, that's a little far for me. Have fun with your shopping!

Last edited by friendlykat4u; 03-24-2008 at 07:24 PM.
friendlykat4u is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply



Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are Off
Pingbacks are Off
Refbacks are Off



All times are GMT -4. The time now is 07:53 PM.


We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.