65% Less Calories than regular Mayo - is probably the only good part about this mayonnaise. As far as flavor - not like mayonnaise at all. Will do the job as far as spreading very small amount in sandwiches - but cases where you need to mix such as chicken or tuna salads - forget about it. Has a bit of “artificial” trait to the taste. A little too sour, plus the consistency is somewhat thin. As I’ve mentioned - use sparingly or none at all.

As soon as you open it up - the strong pungent smell of garlic oozes out. It’s distinct aroma kicks up this salsa’s power up a notch. At $1.99 per jar - compare to others at $3.99 and up. Chunky and packed with lots of tomatoes, onions - and of course garlic. Delicious with almost any dish. Again - chips are a given, try serving with Tamales as a side dish. Also, partner with the Mini Tacos. Also check out this other post: Breathtaking.

Wal-Mart announced that, sometime in 2008, it will begin offering
customers a new discount item… Wal-Mart’s own brand of wine. The
world’s largest retail chain is rumored to be teaming up with Ernest &
Julio Gallo Winery of California to produce the spirits at an
affordable price — in the $2 to$5 range.

Wine connoisseurs may not be inclined to put a bottle of Wal-Mart
brand into their shopping carts, but “there is a market for
inexpensive wine,”
said Kathy Micken, professor of marketing at University of Arkansas,
Bentonville. “However, branding will be very important.”

Customer surveys were conducted to determine the most attractive name
for the Wal-Mart wine brand. The top surveyed names in order of
popularity were:

10. Chateau Traileur Parc
9. White Trashfindel
8. Big Red Gulp
7. World Championship Riesling
6. NASCARbernet
5. Chef Boyardeaux
4. Peanut Noir
3. I Can’t Believe it’s not Vinegar
2. Grape Expectations
1. Nasti Spumante

The beauty of Wal-Mart wine is that it can be served with either white
meat (Possum) or red meat (Squirrel).

Soft floral smell, very easy on first sip. Second glass you begin to acquire the somewhat tart and lemon-like after taste - although very subtle. Very good imported white wine in my opinion. Hardly taste any alcohol - like drinking lemon water. I followed what the Merchant in Trader Joe’s suggested - eat with white sauce pasta. Ordered Penne with Alfredo sauce and clams - finished both in a single sitting. Highly recommend. Trader Joe’s is selling this for $3.99 a bottle - not bad at all.

Creamy and sweet. A little too much flavor in my opinion. Trader Joe’s sells the Vienna Syle Lager for $5.99 per six-pack,

“….rich and elegant wine with layers of complexity. Fresh tropical fruits like pineapple, mango and green apple greet both the nose and palate upon first sip, followed up by a touch of lemon cream. Complimented by more creamy notes of butterscotch and caramel, the wine has a long, lingering finish hinting of toasty oak..”

to read more from Bogle Vineyards - click here. Trader Joe’s is selling this for $8.99 a bottle. For a beginners standpoint - it is very pleasant and flavorful.

Delicious. This crop represents one of the smoothest red wine I’ve ever tried. Very mellow aromas - one can hardly distinguish fruitiness, earth nor wood. Easy to drink - pair with good cheese and pates. I tried a glass with a good tapenade over some akmak wheat crackers - good combination.  Black Mountain Pinot Noir is sold in Trader Joe’s at $4.99 a bottle.

Ahh. You can’t go wrong with this Trader Joe treat. Very good. The salty ham dances in harmony with melted cheese fused with delight in puffy and light pastry. Twenty minutes to prepare and you can indulge in this instant hors de ovre extraordinaire.  But indulge with caution - these are packed with 300 calories every four pieces - something this good’s gotta be sinful. $4.99 per package of 12 pieces. I Suggest to serve with inexpensive Champagne or a good Chardonnay. Overall, this is definately a must in parties or as an appetizer.

The subtle and distinct flavor of the habanero, or Scotch bonnet, the hottest chile pepper known to the world, is often masked by it’s heat. With just the right combination of fresh Roma tomatoes, carrots, spices and a little citrus, we’ve toned down the heat so you can taste this often forgotten and probably most flavorful of all the chile peppers. Try it with corn chips, as a topping for Mexican inspired salads, or in tacos and burritos

Have to try it. The spice factor is medium - a little sting but not dreadful. The smell is fabulous. Try chopping up some Mexican mangoes, cilantro and mix with this salsa - serve on top of broiled fish - your taste buds will dance in delight. Excellent value at $2.29 a jar. I haven’t tried them with chips or quesadillas - but I’m sure that is already a given. Check out this post on Tracking Trader Joes.

For $1.99 - this Californian is exceptional. I’ve already bought a case ready for summer madness. Best chilled, partner with garden vegetables and salads. I’ve come to respect it’s very subtle aromas - which doesn’t interfere with other dishes such as Asian stir-frys. Mellow on the alcohol content compared to other Chardonnays - around 11% - almost like beer. A hint of sweetness and just a tad of tart. A little aftertaste but not to obtrusive. Try a bottle - I say it’s a good “beginner” Chardonnay.