Cinammon and Spices - any tips on where to buy?

sunshinedays

If you have access to Costco, they do big jars of different herbs and spices for really cheap :]

Chinkle

Yes, definitely go to try an Asian supermarket if you use a lot of spices. I have also seen almost identical products differently priced in different aisles of the supermarket. One to watch out for is coconut milk, in the Jamaican foods section its half the price it is that in the aisle with all the cooking in sauces, just a different brand.

Shroomer

Have to agree with the above: go to an Asian market. Much cheaper, much fresher, and much better selection.

Sometimes names can be a bit different to western names, but you can usually figure it out, or just ask.

adelight

Asian shops(even some small news agents), can get them really cheap in big packets. Asda and morrisons also sell them for less than other supermarkets in plastic packets.

gastronomix

Just avoid buying more than you are likely to use as they deteriorate once opened.

bcl999

crystaltipps wrote: »

NOT in Morocco from a local store and little understanding of the conversion of Dirhams-Pounds! (blush)

Did they see you coming then? I do love the Ras-el Hanout (spelling?) spice you get there.