The grand opening of the third Trader Joe’s to land in Queens drew hundreds of customers.
Photo by Iryna Shkurhan
At the grand opening of the long-awaited Trader Joe’s in Forest Hills, a long line of eager customers stretched around the block in anticipation earlier this week. Clearly, the supermarket known for its creatively concocted items and affordable prices is only growing in popularity. In many ways, the store has a cult following.
With Thanksgiving fast approaching, it is the perfect time to try some of Trader Joe’s limited items to enjoy this holiday season. Here are 10 must-try items that could end up on your holiday table if you can snag them fast enough. Everything is also under five dollars.
100% Honeycrisp Apple Cider
Couldn’t make it to a farm this year for apple picking and cider? Trader Joe’s has you covered. This unfiltered cider is made with pacific northwest Honeycrisp apples. It is not too sweet, and a bit tart, so it tastes like you actually got it from a farm. Use it as a base for a spiked punch with your go-to spirit or serve it on its own – hot or cold. $3.99
Cornbread Mix
Some things just taste better from the box. This cornbread mix is easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time. It works as a perfect side that can be made ahead. You can also use their recipe for Elote-Jalapeño Cornbread Pancakes or Stuffing Muffins – both can be made with the pre-made mix and a few other ingredients. $2.99
Fig & Olive Crisps
At the new store in Forest Hills, most of these miniature bread crisps with flax, sesame and sunflower seeds were already sold out. They look perfect on a charcuterie board and taste best with a spreadable goat cheese and some honey drizzled on top. With a sweet and savory profile and solid foundation, they won’t crumble when you dip them in one of the many spreads, cheeses and dips you can find at Trader Joe’s. $3.99
Pumpkin Bisque
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