“Huge grocery store with great sale prices, just make sure to check the expiry dates as some products are close to expiring while others are good for at least 3 months. Lots of promotional items. Way lower prices than competitors. The place to go to for limited edition pop tarts, cereals, and cup noodles. They even had Hello Kitty and Kuromi cup noodles when we went.”
“Gave me a free apple when I came over from Les Schwab where I was getting my tire fixed while passing through. Super friendly. Clean. Even nice/friendly customers. Good selection of produce, ample parking. What a gem here in Lynden!”
“Their danishes are the best I've ever had, my coworker brought some to work one day. I come only for the black licorice gummy bears which they haven't had in a long time now, and sadly there's no burritos in the deli right now either. (I was hoping for a bean and cheese). Regular groceries here are a bit pricey, but my family loves their donuts too.”
“Barbie's Berries Seasonal Berry Stand (Lynden, WA): Barbie’s Berries Seasonal Berry Stand in Lynden, WA is one of those true Whatcom County gems that reminds you why supporting local matters. On a warm sunny day, stopping by the Lynden stand at Fairway Square across from the Northwest Washington Fairgrounds is honestly an experience in itself. The strawberries are unreal — fresh, sweet, firm, juicy, and actually full of flavor unlike the bland corporate grocery store berries shipped in from who knows where. You can taste the difference when fruit is locally grown with care right here in Whatcom County. I met Barb and Cindy at the Lynden stand, who are always welcoming, friendly, and make every visit feel personal. They also have a farm location in Ferndale, WA. If you love real farm fresh strawberries, local agriculture, and supporting hardworking local growers, Barbie’s Berries is absolutely worth the stop. Easily some of the best strawberries in Washington State. Keywords: Barbie’s Berries, Lynden WA, Lynden berry stand, Whatcom County strawberries, local strawberries, fresh berries Lynden, Ferndale farm, Washington strawberries, seasonal berry stand, farm fresh fruit, local farm stand, sweet strawberries, fresh produce Whatcom County, local growers, strawberry stand near Lynden Fairgrounds, Fairway Square Lynden, organic style berries, fresh picked strawberries, support local farms, best strawberries in Washington”
“5 Stars for the bakery! They decorated a baby shower cake and did a fantastic job. I brought them a rose-bedecked invitation and the coordinating napkin and they made the cake a perfect match! Artistry in buttercream! Thank you very much!”
“This little market has saved me from making a trip to the grocery store multiple times! If it’s not just going in for the beer cave or a snack with the kids, they are saving me by supplying regular household needs.”
“In hindsight I should have called prior to taking car photos here but the people running the store were understanding and kind. Great market with a lot to offer and the cat that watches over the store is super cute. Will be sure to stop by and support more frequently when traveling down Birch Bay!”
“The bakery is incredible and I always have the best experience with getting my kids' birthday cakes ordered through them. The cake is super fresh and delicious and their decorators are amazing! Thank you so much for your creativity and decorating skills. We'll keep coming back!”
“Great selection, friendly people! Safeway Lynden, please fix the crack in the parking lot that several customers have tripped over and tipped their carts on. It's a huge danger to customers and liability to your business. We love local businesses and your store, but please keep your customers safe ❤️”
The Cincinnati-based supermarket giant will open about 110 new stores in fast-growing markets by 2029 and introduce three updated store formats, executives told investors Oct. 20 at the company’s Investor Update in New York. Kroger already runs about 2,700 stores in 35 states. The formats come in three sizes, a bit like small, medium and large, matched to each market. Mary Ellen Adcock, Kroger’s executive vice president and chief merchant and marketing officer, walked through the lineup.
Walmart shoppers want a head start on the holidays, and money explains a lot of it. Some 44% of respondents call affording the holidays their top stressor, and 61% say holiday costs shape their shopping mood. Asked what would make the season easier, 70% picked lower prices and 57% picked more deals and promotions. Convenience ranks lower: 30% want one-stop shopping across categories, and 20% want faster delivery.
Walmart wants your groceries at the door before the ice cream softens. On May 29, the retailer said its 30-minute-or-less delivery had reached 33 U.S. markets, adding a wave of new cities across the Northeast. Shoppers in those areas can order from more than 100,000 items, everything from fresh produce and baby formula to pet food, electronics, cold medicine, and prescriptions. Behind the scenes, the service leans on Walmart's store network and an algorithm that factors in order size, available drivers, and distance from the store.
Trader Joe's keeps adding stores, and shoppers keep showing up. The California grocer has marked nine more locations as "opening soon," pushing its expansion into new corners of the country. The grocer also took first place in the American Customer Satisfaction Index's 2026 supermarket rankings. It has held a spot near the top of that list for years.
Target is rolling out its most ambitious store overhaul in more than ten years, with plans to remodel over 130 locations and open 30 new stores across the country this year. The retailer is also putting money into supply chain technology upgrades to keep pace with how shoppers buy today.
