I Think I’m Gonna Like It Here

Posted on August 20th, 2010 by BroccoliHut

Several months ago, I lamented the loss of my second home; my  foodie soul died a little bit at the thought of leaving my beloved Durham Whole Foods.

However, today I ventured to the local Whole Foods near my new home here in Raleigh. Upon entering the grocery wonderland, I was taken aback by the impressive size and pleasurable ambiance of this new (to me) Whole Foods location. Indeed, it was all I could do to keep myself from entering full-flounce mode and singing this song:

After browsing the aisles at length, I emerged from the store with a few new goodies…

…as well as a few B-Hut staples:

What are some of your recent foodie finds?

I’m anxious to get the weekend started, so let’s get on to the grub, shall we?

Strawberries and coconut make for one delicious combination, especially when banana-laden oat bran is involved, too. Too bad I then proceeded to spill coconut butter all over my heart rate monitor. You win some, you lose some, folks.

Upon returning from errands, I made myself a grilled tofu-hummus sandwich. Any sandwich involving my two favorite foods has to be good.

I rounded out the day with a bowl of Peanut Butter Chili for dinner.

Happy weekend, all!

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19 Responses to “I Think I’m Gonna Like It Here”

  1. Evan Thomas, on August 20th, 2010 at 7:23 pm Said:

    My recent find would be the cookie dough larabar. PHENOMENAL.

  2. Mary @ Bites and Bliss, on August 20th, 2010 at 7:27 pm Said:

    A recent food find…hmm, nothing big but Lactaid milk! I’ve been drinking soy and recently realized I might slight intolarancy for it along with lactose. So thank goodness for Lactaid haha :P

  3. julie, on August 20th, 2010 at 7:40 pm Said:

    ah! look at you and your coups! AND your WHOLE FOODS!!! a girl should never be without driving distance to the big WF.

    recent obssession? do i even have to say peanut flour?

  4. Matt, on August 20th, 2010 at 7:43 pm Said:

    Have a great weekend! Is that Whole Foods better than the Bham one?

  5. Mama Pea, on August 20th, 2010 at 7:48 pm Said:

    Earth Balance Soy Milk? Does it taste like buttah? :)

    We LOVE Annie in this house.

  6. Marlow, on August 20th, 2010 at 9:08 pm Said:

    Raleigh WH has the cookie dough LARA bar!?! UGH, Durham sucks!! That may be worth a special trip for sure!!

  7. Leianna, on August 21st, 2010 at 8:39 am Said:

    Peanut Butter chili intrigues me, we make chili for Halloween always. Might have to surprise my family with a new version!

  8. Sarah (Running to Slow Things Down), on August 21st, 2010 at 8:44 am Said:

    I love the local Whole Foods. “Local” meaning 40 minutes away, but its worth that trip now and then. ;)

  9. coco, on August 21st, 2010 at 12:39 pm Said:

    I just moved to live 1 block away of WF… I’m soooo happy! this morning I just craved peach and I went to WF to get just peach! hahahah…..
    I haven’t had oat bran since the start of summer…. but everytime I see your beautiful bowl of oat bran I want to mae one for myself ;)
    happy weekend.

  10. Taylor, on August 21st, 2010 at 1:39 pm Said:

    everytime i see someone make peanut butter chili i think to myself “i have GOT to try that!”…but i never do! ahghghghh i really need to get around to it someday…it looks so tasty!

  11. Ana, on August 21st, 2010 at 3:13 pm Said:

    Let us know how you like those granola crisps! I saw them and was wondering if it was worthy to try.
    I live in Cary and take classes in Raleigh (at NCSU), if you would like to meet sometime let me know Caroline!
    I love the Raleigh WF’s, I am sure you will be fine around here!!
    Ana

  12. Laura, on August 21st, 2010 at 3:22 pm Said:

    I LOVE your red plates. They are so snazzy!!
    I hope you realise, i’m going to have that song stuck in my head ALL night now!! I used to LOVE Annie! xx

  13. Liza @ Health Nutting, on August 21st, 2010 at 4:16 pm Said:

    I think it’s about time I try oat bran instead of old fashioned oats, and I also am thinkin’ hard core about that pb chili… looks goooodddd. :)

  14. Emilia, on August 21st, 2010 at 11:56 pm Said:

    Your eats, once again, look amazing. You never fail me, BH :-)

    I have yet to try Earth Balance SM– Have not yet done so. There’s nothing like finding a WFoods in your area, glad you found one

  15. rebecca lustig, on August 22nd, 2010 at 10:16 am Said:

    hahah ANNIE– love it!!

    so glad you were able to restore some love with a WF

    thinking of you

    hope you have a splendid sunday, dear
    love, becca
    http://fromheretothereinpurple.blogspot.com

  16. Mary, on August 22nd, 2010 at 3:03 pm Said:

    I LOVE those yogi granola crisps! they taste awesome with almond milk but they’re great as a snack too! I bring them to work with me to munch on :)

  17. Alycia [Fit n Fresh], on August 22nd, 2010 at 4:21 pm Said:

    LUCKYYY!! The closest WF to me is like 45 minutes away (and the better one is like an hour away). Awesome finds and you’re totally right – I’m jealous of your coupon capabilities :)

  18. Christina, on August 22nd, 2010 at 5:43 pm Said:

    I’m glad you have a new Whole Foods to frequent! I still haven’t recovered from losing my Whole Foods home after college :(

  19. Gena, on August 23rd, 2010 at 7:23 am Said:

    PB chili? I may have to try that very soon! Another Caroline classic :)

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