Publixclaims the slogan, “where shopping is a pleasure.”

If you shop there, it’s hard to go somewhere else.

There are a few limitations to note.

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Thoseemployees are the stockholdersof the privately owned company, which might explain the attention to each and every customer.

There’s love for the community, also.

There are no locations out of the South, Kentucky marking only the 8th state with a Publix supermarket.

A plate of fried chicken from Publix

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Here are 25 of my favorite products for anyone shopping Publix grocery stores.

It is also a pretty good deal, offered in a huge variety of sizes.

Special order sizes get gargantuan.

publix chicken tender sub on white roll

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it’s possible for you to’t beat that for a party.

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By extension, the chicken tenders sub is a winning combination of both elements.

Baby’s first birthday cake from Publix bakery

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The deli professionals somehow make tenders that are satisfyingly crunchy outside yet juicy on the inside.

Combining these in a one of the freshly baked Publix sub rolls from the bakery was sheer genius.

This sandwich fills you up for $7.59.

cinnamon roll donuts on a white plate.

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First Birthday Cake

Another area where Publix shines is thebakery, particularly when it comes to cakes.

Whatever occasion you’re celebrating, the Publix bakery has a delicious cake for you.

Whether it’s for eating or smashing, that’s for the child to decide.

GreenWise Organic Dark Chocolate Covered Almonds at Publix

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If you feel like a cheat day, these rounds are immensely satisfying.

These can often be found warm in the bakery, fresh from the oven.

Healthy or not, they’re delicious, especially at just $1.41 per donut.

a gallon jug of sweet iced tea.

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Publix has this area of small containers of Publix-brand snacks.

it’s possible for you to find fruit chews, yogurt pretzels, glazed nuts, and bar mix.

Also available are these dark chocolate almonds, totally organic and addicting, which I know from experience.

a jug of lemonade.

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They make a fantastic afternoon treat or a sweet addition to a charcuterie tray.

One container holds a little over 6 ounces for $6.63.

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Sweetened Tea

Southerners love sweet tea.

a chicken fried rice skillet meal in a bag.

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The gold standard of sweet tea is super sweet, rivaling the sugar content of any full bodied soda.

Publix sweet tea checks all the boxes.

The black tea is brewed in filtered water, but not too long to avoid being bitter.

a bag of sweet potato chips.

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There are a lot of sugar.

It’s sold in gallon containers, suitable to grab quite a few glasses from one purchase.

The whole gallon of refreshment costs shoppers $3.87it’s well worth the purchase.

a plastic container of chicken salad.

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Publix labels its lemonade “old fashioned” because these are the only ingredients they use.

There’s no powdered formula.

A gallon costs $3.87.

a clear plastic bag filled with popcorn.

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There are lots of different versions, like Mongolian beef and chicken Florentine.

In our house, it’s a family favorite with sandwiches as well.

An 8-ounce bag is $4.41.

GreenWise Organic Chicken Boneless Skinless Breast Fillets from Publix

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Lots of varieties get too much mayonnaise and too little flavor.

This Publix version is just right.

An 8-ounce container is $5.87.

Crusty French bread from Publix

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The deli offers giant plastic bags offresh popcornto accompany your Saturday night entertainment.

If you want to confirm it’s in stock, order 48 hours in advance.

It’s also much cheaper than movie theater snacks at $2.75 for 7 ounces.

A classic carrot cake from Publix bakery

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The GreenWise chicken is free of hormones or antibiotics and fed a vegetarian diet in an open air environment.

I can’t remember finding hormone-free chicken for that price in the grocery store for a long time.

French Bread

All of Publix’s bakery items are made from scratch and baked in store.

a gallon of publix chocolate ice cream

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Abaguettecosts $2.75 and is crusty, chewy, and soft on the inside.

It’s perfect to pair with a spaghetti dinner or dip in an herbed olive oil.

It never disappoints, serving eight people for $25.99.

a bottle of kombucha.

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The retailer is so sure that you’ll like it that it offers a money back guarantee.

One quart is $5.19.

Normally a strawberry girl, I loved the clean, lightly sweet taste of this kombucha.

a bag of peanut butter filled pretzels.

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I felt like there wasn’t a huge aftertaste or tang like you get from other brands.

It’s easy to drink and gives me all the probiotics I need for $3.29.

They are delicious and I’ve never had a filled pretzel that equaled them.

a loaf of bread from publix.

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For 16 ounces, you’ll pay $6.63.

A loaf is $3.53.

Whatever the reason, this pie rates right up there with the best.

a key lime pie from publix.

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Priced at $9.99, the pie serves eight and makes a great addition to a summer cookout.

The outside is baked golden brown and studded with streusel.

Inside, you’ll find a soft middle full of flavor.

a bakery container of four blueberry muffins.

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A four-pack runs around $4.53.

Buffalo Dip

This dipis mentioned all over the internet as one of Publix shoppers' favorite items.

All that dipping costs $7.41 per container.

a container of buffalo chicken dip.

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With big, soft noodles baked into a super-cheesy creamy sauce, it feels very homemade.

A one-person serving is $3.68.

Recycled paper towels

I regularly use the GreenWise-brand recycled paper towels and toilet paper at Publix.

a container of macaroni and cheese

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Three rolls cost $4.87.

It’s mild, with just a touch of heat, but packed with fresh fruits and vegetables.

It makes a great sauce for fish tacos or just an addition to a selection of dips for appetizers.

a package of paper towels.

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One container is $4.19.

Chocolate Chip Cookies

Publix does a great job of making you addicted tothese cookiesfrom childhood.

These cookies are soft and tasty and a pack of two dozen costs $5.53.

a container of mango peach salsa

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a plastic container of chocolate chip cookies

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