Bulk Store tips and tricks

So you find yourself at your local bulk shop and you're not sure what to get. Well the choice can be overwhelming, and frankly a little creepy. I decided that I would help out a little and give you some advice that I learned on my last trip to the bulk food shop. This could save your life, or at least make it so people don't laugh at you in line.

Tip 1 - Gum Drop Size Matters

Sure gum drops are a tasty little treat, but you don't need little treats, that's for kids. What you need is a "Giant Gum Drop" capable of feeding a really tiny family.

Many bulk candy choice are available in regular size as well as their giant companions, so make sure you choose wisely.

Tip 2 - Cookie Dough Mix it's a lot of work

Sure the idea of going to the bulk store and buying some cookie dough mix for home made cookies sounds good but think about all the water you have to add, then you have to wait for them to cook in the oven. I'm sure you have better things to do with your time then watch cookies bake. I think it's a bad idea and you shouldn't waste your....

Wait a minute this stuff taste pretty good on it's own. Actually it taste really good. Man what was I thinking. A bag of this stuff and a glass of chocolate milk is the perfect mix.

Tip 3 - Candied Trail Mix not healthy

Sure you'll find raisins and nuts but don't kid yourself, it's just a bag of chocolate treats with a few nutritious looking items hiding inside. Don't be fooled and don't settle for watered down candy. Pick out all the raisins and give the nuts and raisins to the local wildlife (this works particularly well if you're hiking).

Tip 4 - Fun Cookies may not be so fun

Look at these yummy little cracker like cookies, think I'll take a bite... Why does this cookie taste like liver, and why is it really dry? Holly cow it's a dog treat!

Make sure you pay attention to the section where you purchase your treats. If you see bird seed and bones in the same area you'll probably be disappointed with what you purchase.

Tip 6 - Cookies in bulk are great.

I really have nothing to add to that. Sure they may be a little busted up but the variety you can get is awesome. Why be stuck with a whole box if just one type when you can get a few of each and go nuts. Also you never really see fortune cookies around that much and it's a great choice for all.