Botanically Curious is offering a little oasis on Congress St in Portland. Their warm, welcoming,…read moreseasonally decorated space is great for events (which they do a lot of, and I encourage you to check out their website for what's happening now), but also for a low pressure, low key, non-hurried, non-frenetic, quiet space to work from home at. The acoustics are good, the seating options are abundant and varied (whether you want to work from a stool at a high top table, or a couch, or a lounge chair), the staff is knowledgeable, and the drinks here? Wonderful. Described as "your friendly neighborhood herbalist" owner Paula - and staff! - are handcrafting remedies, drinks, and rituals in a cup. This educational apothecary has a rotating menu of teas, elixirs, and zero proof drinks. I had a non-caffeinated wellness latte recently that was intentionally created for slowing down, compassion, and emotional strength (made with tulsi tea, rose, cardamom, shatvari, vanilla, and oat milk) and it was one of the loveliest mugs of comfort I've had in a long time. Delicious (and visually beautiful!) from the first sip to the last. The mocktails I've had have all been well balanced and flavorful. The menu here does a good and reliable job at laying out whether a drink is tart or earthy or sweet or minerally or refreshing. If you don't know what you want to drink (or maybe what you want to work on emotionally), you can always just ask... they really have a wealth of information that they're sharing freely to leave you a little better then when you first entered their doors! (Also, tea lovers, this is a fantastic spot to grab traditional and unique blends from locally sourced ingredients!)

Botanically Curious is a herbalist storefront focused on holistic health. They not only serve up an…read moreever-changing assortment of delicious, mocktails with distinct health-related goals, but also offer classes, workshops, 1:1 consultations. They are all about supporting local, whether it be local farmers (the ingredients used in their elixirs and mocktails are local to Maine!) or supporting local female artists and entrepreneurs through the products they sell or the store's interior itself. The store is run by a team of dedicated, passionate women who are incredibly knowledgeable about their herbal apothecary.

Absolute gem of a shop. We went in during a day trip to the area and I had such a lovely and…read morewonderful conversation about spices with the shop owner, Anne. She was so very knowledgeable and friendly and took a huge amount of time to explain the origin of where they get their spices and also how to use them in a lot of ways. I ended up buying multiple packages of the recipe kits for some of the Indian recipes so that I can try some of the seasonings that I'm not familiar with prior to buying. I wish that it was closer, but anytime I'm in the area. I will be headed back that way for more knowledgeable conversation from a fellow foodie... Oh yeah, and to re-supply!

Yeah, so since writing this review we ended up moving to Maine, and I'm so grateful that Skordo is…read morestill around. We've become regulars and can't get enough of their spices.

I just remembered I went here a few years back before COVID and I truly enjoyed the experience . I…read morebought several balsamic vinegar sans they shipped for free. Wonderful shop lady helped me and I found everyone in Portland was so friendly. The shop was adorable . I post this so late but mainly as a reminder when I am there next year to visit the shop again . I have no pictures.

PERMANENTLY CLOSED. I'm a regular visitor to Portland and always walk the Commercial St. strip…read more Sadly, this place closed a few years ago and there's no information on what the owners are doing now. It sort of just evaporated. A real loss, because I loved the place. But I don't want anyone to make the trip and be disappointed. It's gone.

Nice locally owned spot. Been here a few times since I moved here and employees are always helpful,…read morewhether just casually browsing or you're ready to nerd out on nutrition science. Solid selection and competitive pricing as well. Will always opt for a spot like this over a bigger chain like GNC for more honest, personal service and often better deals.

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Always an adventure. Looking for some new gluten free options. Hit or miss when I find them but…read morealways good to check out. Fresh meats and seafood always great options

We love Whole Foods and stop in for supplies whenever we travel. On this last trip to Maine, we…read morestopped in this store and found as we expected, a great selection of salads and other meal fixings on the hot and cold bars. Their clam chowder was better than a couple of the restaurants! We also bought some fish and fixed it in the condo. Great selection of sweets, especially cookies and breads. Love Whole Foods!

Evergreen Cannabis has become my go-to in town! In this sunny little shop at the far end of…read moreWashington Avenue (near the Amvets) you'll find a wonderful selection of edibles and tinctures, and I really appreciate how nuanced some of these brands are with the various THC/CBD combos. My absolute favorite are the Calm and Bedtime gummies from Wind Hill Growers. There's of course a full range of things to smoke; that just isn't my thing, but no doubt the wonderful owners will be able to help--they really know their products well! And they've made this place a warm and welcoming vibe so that it's a pleasure coming in to do business.

Mi novia me llevo por primera vez y ahora no puedo dejar de comprar aqui me parece muy barato y de…read morebuena calidad.

The best-tasting nuts you will ever put in your mouth, bar none. Even if you're not a raw-foodie,…read moreyou can totally appreciate how awesome these nuts are; the taste, the texture, the varieties are all amazing. Why raw nuts? Here's the quick and dirty on germinated nuts and seeds if you didn't know already, (I got this from the website): "Countless nutritionists and living foods experts have all stressed that it is ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL to germinate (soak) all nuts and seeds for at least 12 hours before consuming them. Germination is a process where all the vitamins, minerals, proteins and essential fatty acids (EFAs) that are dormant in nuts and seeds begin to activate and multiply. Germination also eliminates certain toxins and acids within the dormant nuts and seeds that would interfere with digestion. After the germination, we add all organic live food ingredients to the nuts and dehydrate them at low temperatures for up to five days. This preserves all the nutrition within the product and creates optimum flavor and digestibility. This is different than roasting nuts which is much quicker, but destroys vital enzymes and minerals These products are the perfect bridge for those looking to eat more healthy foods or switch to an all 'raw' diet without compromising taste." These aren't just the best tasting healthy or raw nuts out there in my opinion, they are the best tasting PERIOD. They have delicious varieties. My favorites are: Sweet Chili Almonds (encrusted in sweet chili awesomeness), Spicy Onion-Garlic Pistachios (for a spicy bold take on my favorite nut), Cina-Pecan Bun (great for a dessert or snack) and the Vegan Cheezy Almonds (cause I love cheese powder, ALOT). Alas, they don't have a store location where you can sample these, so if you want to get some, you must order off the Internet here: www.livingnutz.com. The main drawback is the price, but they are truly, high-quality gourmet nuts. They are pricey (try $6.99 for 4oz) and you don't get a large amount. If I was a rich girl, you bet I'd be snacking on a bag of these (or should I say, deez?) everyday.

An assortment of great (and clean) flavors! Love that they're sprouted and kept live. Favorites…read moreinclude the Divine Chocolate Walnuts, Celestial Cinna Pecans (love mixing these two flavors together!), and Zesty Almonds. I am yet to try a flavor I don't enjoy. :)

I asked why the cost of my generic compounded med had doubled in the past two years. The first…read morething the pharmacist said was that they had to pay people more due to the Cory of Portland's requirement for a living wage. What a BS excuse for overcharging a cheap medication. Their high prices for Vitamins and minerals prey on the sick and vulnerable. If I had a choice I would get my meds elsewhere.

Best wellness store around. They have everything I need here and the staff are very knowledgeable…read moreand helpful!