Whole Foods, thank you for being close to my house!
Whole Foods reminds me of a neighborhood place back in Michigan called Papa Joes. Except I think Papa Joes is better. Whatevs.
I get my soy protein powder from here because I find that it tastes the best and the price rivals everything else I have seen.
I order my Thanksgiving Turkey from here every year. They have a fantastic system for ordering turkeys. You can pick a brand (I think you can choose from 3), fresh or frozen and how big of a bird. I will never order my fresh turkey from anywhere else.
Their fish and meat are fresh and one of the best places to get that stuff.
They have very knowledgeable staff and that are very friendly.
Their food bar (hot, salad or fresh made food) is delicious! Their brussel sprouts are to DIE for and anything else in that case. The desserts look beautiful and from what I hear, are very tasty. If you are hungry and don't feel like cooking or don't feel like takeout, this is a place I would go so you can get a single-serving of yummy food.
I also like they carry organic items (more than your normal grocery store) and you can find some hard-to-find items here.
Sure, some stuff can be pricey, just be smart about your purchases. And keep in mind: it could be gourmet, or made without preservatives (hence the cha-ching!)
My husband HATES this store, yet he likes the food that I bring home. Go figure! ;)