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A national specialty food chain, which prides itself on serving educated and adventurous consumers, has opened a store in Westport, the company's first in the state.
Trader Joe's distinguishes itself from traditional supermarkets by carrying unique items from around the world. It opened the store March 14 but plans a grand opening celebration during the April 4 weekend.
The store is located in a 8,400 square-foot space at 400 Post Road East in the Compo Shopping Center. The site previously was occupied by a Herman's sporting gods store.
Michele Gorski, a spokeswoman in the company's eastern headquarters in Needham Heights, Mass., said Westport has the right mix of customers and location. "Basically we feel that the demographics of the area fit well with our target."
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