Brand: Trader Joe's
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Convenient bagged olives and crackers. Perfect combination of two 8.8-ounce olives in a bag with a 10 oz. box of unique roasted gorgonzola flavored oven crisp crackers. Enjoy some of the most delicious Greek olives in a vacuum sealed pouch which makes it perfect for on the go, get together, travel, your favorite salad, work or a simple healthy snack. The first part of the Duo is the Kalamata, named for the city and region on the Peloponnese peninsula from which it comes. Often described simply as "Greek olives," Kalamatas have deep, dark-purple color and an oblong shape. They are sweet, rich, and plump, and marinated in salt, red wine vinegar, and sunflower oil with sliced green and red peppers. Seasoned with just the right amount of lemon and herbs. The flatter presentation allows you to see exactly what's in the bag-two kinds of olives, both grown, harvested and processed in Greece. Its dynamic partner is the Chalkidiki, an olive that originates on a peninsula that bears the same name and located farther north, next to Macedonia. Chalkidki olives are robust and green, and brined simply in salt and citric and ascorbic acids. TJ's has intentionally used less salt to allow for the ripe olive flavors to really shine. They are marinated with Greek lemon and herbs before being vacuum-sealed for freshness. Their flavor and presentation is excellent for adding verve to antipasti, or enhancing your cocktail party snacking. With such uncommon and stunning packaging, they make a notable addition to a care package, or make an impressive host or hostess gift. Olives and crackers are t...
