11/29/2007:

I’ve been like a human guinea pig since Trader Joe’s opened up in close by Edgewater, NJ. Over 100 products tried in the last few weeks alone! Nuts, salads, cheeses, vegetables, fruits, juices, breads, soups, and beyond.

While they’re supposed to be an overall healthy store, with many organic products, free-range meat and dairy choices, no preservatives, etc., I find myself eating many of their more junky items too, like frozen pizzas, tacos and others. However, seeing I’m the “busy professional”, I am frequently in need of a quick, easy-to-prepare meal.

Today’s snack is the Pizza Parlanno ($3.99). I’m a huge fan of pizza, even if it’s the sub-standard frozen variety. And as you’ll see in the weeks to come, their frozen pizzas are overall top-notch compared to most brands.

See the full review after the jump.

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11/28/2007:

My recent obsession with Trader Joe’s has compelled me to begin this new (semi-daily) series: “Hoboken411 Local Product Reviews”.

I’ve shopped at Trader Joe’s before, but not as frequently as I have before the Edgewater location opened up. Since that location opened, I must have frequented the place at least 10 times. And I’m loving it more than ever. From frozen items such as pizzas and tacos, to the breads, cheeses, salads, sandwiches, and more, I am having a field day enjoying their products.

So beginning today, you’ll notice a new Hoboken411 category on the left sidebar called “Local Product Reviews”… It will grow (along with my waistline) as I add more products, locations and sub-categories.

They say that when you’re passionate about something, you should express yourself, and that’s what I’ll be doing!

Check back later for the first product review. Feel free to add suggestions or product reviews of your own (both negative and positive).