How My Grandma Taught Me to Buy Spices Smart
Growing up, my grandma always took me on her weekly trips to the local Indian and Mediterranean grocery stores. She’d smile as she filled her basket with giant bags of spices—coriander, cumin, fennel, and peppercorns—at prices that put big supermarkets to shame. She’d say, “Why pay more for less?”
Now, I do the same. Just yesterday, I scored a massive 28 oz bag of black peppercorns for under $10 at a Mediterranean market in St. Paul. I portion out what I need, double-bag the rest, and freeze it to keep everything fresh. Sometimes, I use vacuum bags for extra protection.
Not only do I save money, but I also get to explore flavors from around the world. Ethnic stores are treasure troves for home cooks—if you haven’t tried shopping there, you’re missing out on both savings and adventure.
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