Trader Joe's comes to Green Hills
I must admit Michael and I are not big fans of chain stores, restaurants, etc....but...sometimes I can understand the excitement felt with a new venture. That was the buzz around town with the much anticipated opening of the new Trader Joe's on Hillsboro Blvd. I stopped by opening day to check it out. I had never been inside a Trader Joe's so I wasn't quite sure what to expect. Unfortunately, opening day was not the day to explore. It was so crowded there was no way to check out the merchandise. People kept hitting the back of my ankles with their carts and stood in the middle of the aisle blocking the way so now one could get through. The check out lines were ridiculous. I had to leave immediately. I plan on going back after the craziness has died down but I want to remind you of the other great specialty grocery stores we have here in town. There's the K & S on Charlotte and Nolensville. The fish selection includes live fish in tanks. Now that's fresh. Global Market on bass street next to the science museum, has a well rounded selection, great prices and no lines. Aleksey's Russian Market on Thompson Lane has one of the most incredible sausage and cheese selections in town. I dream about their pate'. There are many small specialty markets around town, each one with something unique to offer. Please include these establishments on your shopping journeys. It will feel like you're visiting a different country and you will find an amazing selection of items to fill your culinary passport.
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