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| - I have to say that although there was a slight fishy smell, it was the least of any Asian-ish market I have EVER been in. Yes, it seemed a little dark. Yes, there were a few potholes in the lot. Yes, there were a few boxes in the aisles. I'm pretty much over all of those things because WOW! What a great selection! Their spice aisles alone were mind-bogglingly extensive. I went in hoping to find 3 things (tandoori spice, garam masala, and cracked wheat). Not only did they have all 3 of these items, but it was almost hard for me to pick which spices to get, because they had so many CHOICES!
I took awhile, and just perused most of the aisles. Sometimes Asian markets feel a little bit like one of the old Asian pharmacies, where you have row upon row of little bottles, all hiding interesting (and some creepy) pastes, powders, and concoctions. Even with the names on the packages, I wondered about many things, "What is IN there? What would you use THAT for??" Personally, I really like it. It's very inspiring to me, to try something new, and presents a world of culinary possibility. They even have practically an entire row devoted to pickled things. (What is with the pickled shark???)
The prices seemed very good (got my 3 items for 6 bucks, and each is a good-sized package), although I did have to go hunt somebody down to pay (-1 star).
All in all, I am really excited to find this little gem, and plan to return soon.
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