I love Whole Foods. The quality there is so far and above every other market, there's really no point in shopping anywhere else unless you're poor.

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Originally posted by ziptnf I love Whole Foods. The quality there is so far and above every other market, there's really no point in shopping anywhere else unless you're poor.

Whole Foods largely has inflated prices. Going to your local farmer's market will be your best bet for high quality and best value.

For example, since we're on the topic of ginger, it's $6/lb of organic ginger in Whole Foods, versus $1.5/lb in Farmers Market. Is the organic version really worth that much more to you?

Another example, chilean sea bass is $19.99/lb in Whole Foods. In Farmer Markets it's $15/lb to even $9.99/lb in some Asian markets. Is the fish any less endangered?

Nah, but it's more pretentious.

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Originally posted by Scottaculous Whole Foods largely has inflated prices. Going to your local farmer's market will be your best bet for high quality and best value. For example, since we're on the topic of ginger, it's $6/lb of organic ginger in Whole Foods, versus $1.5/lb in Farmers Market. Is the organic version really worth that much more to you? Another example, chilean sea bass is $19.99/lb in Whole Foods. In Farmer Markets it's $15/lb to even $9.99/lb in some Asian markets. Is the fish any less endangered?

I'm never against Farmers Markets, I never said that. In fact, Whole Foods hosts Local Farmers Markets every week. However, when Farmers Markets are not in season, Whole Foods is definitely the place to go. There are many cases where natural or organic foods are cheaper at WF than at other supermarkets, such as POM juice.

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Mmmmm POM juice.

we made these tacos last Friday since the recipe came from one of our favorite food carts in NY. the meat was tender and delicious, and the avocado sauce was so good i just wanted to drink it straight from the blender.


It’s Cinco de Mayo, and The Takeaway wants to go beyond beer and tortilla chips to talk about what should really be on your plate if you’re celebrating tonight. Helping us with the task are Jesse Vendley and Peter Oleyer. Along with Jesse's brothers Brian and Dave, they are the co-owners of Calexico, one of the east coast's most famous food carts and winner of the 2008 New York Vendy Award.

See Jesse and Peter's tasty and simple Cinco de Mayo menu. Try out the recipes and send us a photo of the result on our Facebook page!

CARNE ASADA TACOS

Makes eight tacos

* One and a half pound skirt steak, trimmed
* Eight (six-inch) corn tortillas, warmed
* One small head cabbage, cored and shredded
* Pico de Gallo (see recipe)
* Avocado Sauce (see recipe)

For marinade:

* One teaspoon ancho chile powder
* Half teaspoon chipotle powder
* One teaspoon garlic powder
* One teaspoon onion powder
* Two teaspoons paprika
* Quarter teaspoon ground cumin powder
* Quarter teaspoon ground coriander seed
* One teaspoon brown sugar
* One tablespoon vegetable oil
* Six tablespoons fresh lime juice
* One teaspoon salt
* Quarter teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. Place steak in a gallon-size plastic resealable food storage bag.
2. In a medium bowl, mix together all marinade ingredients. Pour over steak in plastic bag. Refrigerate for at least six hours and up to overnight, turning every few hours.
3. Preheat a grill or grill pan over high heat.
4. Remove steak from marinade. Place steak on grill and cook, turning once, until cooked to medium, about five minutes per side. Remove steak from grill and let stand five to ten minutes before slicing against the grain.
5. To assemble tacos, place cabbage at bottom of tortilla and add meat, dividing evenly between tortillas. Top with Pico de Gallo and drizzle Avocado Sauce; serve immediately.

Please note you will have Avocado Sauce left over.

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PICO DE GALLO

Makes enough for eight tacos

* Two ripe tomatoes, chopped
* Half white onion, chopped
* One tablespoon fresh lime juice
* One tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
* Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Directions

In a medium bowl, mix together tomatoes, onions, lime juice, and cilantro; season with salt and pepper.

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AVOCADO SAUCE

* One ripe avocado
* Three tablespoons fresh lime juice
* Six to eight ounces water
* Four tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
* One teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients into a blender; puree until smooth.
2. Depending on the size of avocado, more water may be added for a smoother sauce.

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POM supports animal testing in a sick sick way. Everytime I see their adv on the train I wanna deface property.

& Trader Joes ftmfw. Been going there more often and I am kicking myself in the arse for not going sooner! They have such an authentic tasting frozen Chana Masala - I'm going Thursday and buying myself like 6 boxes. All under 3$

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Shit, really? I am afraid to Google it.

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Originally posted by Halcyon+On+On Shit, really? I am afraid to Google it.

Which? Trader Joes Masala or POM animal testing?

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Originally posted by EddieZilker Which? Trader Joes Masala or POM animal testing?

I edited my post once I saw the WF debate

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Originally posted by MeLLyMeL I edited my post once I saw the WF debate

I know. I was being cute.

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Originally posted by EddieZilker Which? Trader Joes Masala or POM animal testing?

Y-... yes.

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