My love affair with kosher grocery stores continues. I know, I know, I fetishize. I can't help it…read more In an effort to get to know my neighbors and support our hood, I've been trying to give my business to (places other than Project Parlor? Good guess!) stores that obviously benefit the immediate community, instead of places like the Associated and Pioneer (scary). In all honesty, for as as much of a affection for my Jewish neighbors as I have (see also: I am a creepy/curious lurker in the non-hipster part of Bedford Ave), I can't claim to know the extent of what keeping kosher actually entails. I do know, however, that I love foreign products, products I've never seen or heard of before that are used exclusively by certain communities of people, and new (to me) cultural experiences. So, I really like Green Fresh Kosher Supermarket. I love how neat and orderly everything is in this store. I showed up right before 8pm (apologies!!) and the workers were mopping the floor. It smelled awesome, btw, like Pinesol or something similar, which reminds me of when I was little and my mom would mop and banish us to one room as she mopped another. I felt like kind of an ass for showing up so late, but I noticed a woman in one of the other aisles, and the cashier called out to me in a friendly tone to watch my step, so I decided it was okay to grab the few things I needed to bake a cake for my coworker's going away party. Everything was really easy to find, which was nice, because I didn't want to take too long, as it was almost closing time. I was particularly excited about the kosher cocoa I bought because the box was gorgeous (it's the small things in life, people, really). This place is inexpensive! I know the cocoa was over eight dollars, and with all of the other ingredients I bought to make a cake and frosting from scratch, I only spent seventeen dollars. I was shocked. I'm quite sure Compare Foods down the street would have been much more expensive, and their cocoa would not have been half as awesome (suck it Hershey's!). Oh and, I was very happy that the cashier (not sure if he's the owner?) was so very sweet and pleasant with me. I was actually so happy that we got to have a short convo that I nearly got run over by turning traffic as I crossed Dekalb in a state of euphoria. Nearly. ;)

I was super excited when I realized this was one of the imported imported snack stores that have…read morebeen popping up across the city. It looked bright,, fun and inviting. That's where the hospitality ended. Upon entering I knew it was definitely 1 that was following the hype. I noticed there was very little information about where the snacks were from or the actual flavor of some. Snacks and drinks bore exorbitant prices, stuck on the bottom/back of the product. $20 snacks and $10 drinks.... the other side of the store is all smoke shop paraphernalia.... it makes sense. You have to be completely zooted to buy from these guys. The worst part of the visit was how the one employee was rude to the folks attempting to patronize the shop. Talking loudly into his cell, his lack of desire to help customers.

Person behind the counter was friendly and helpful. Walked out with some insane Oreos.read more

Visited Malaysia beef jerky and got 2 pounds of jerky. The storefront is small and only fits about…read more3-4 people standing space inside. I got a half pound of spicy pork jerky, half pound of regular pork jerky, half pound of spicy beef, jerky, and half pound of regular beef jerky, along with some coconut pastries, and puffs. They have a lot of biscuits on the shelves behind the counter service was good. There was only one person in front of me when I came on a Saturday morning and my total came out to about $60 with two types of biscuits + 2 lbs of jerky.

Hidden in plain sight on the busiest part of Mott Street, this tiny store sells one of the best…read moremeat snacks around. If you have never had Malaysian style meat jerky, then this shop in Chinatown is not a bad place for your first time. I know the name says "Beef Jerky", but I think I have always preferred the pork jerky slightly more, especially the spicy one. Unlike American jerky, it is not dry, quite moist, and grilled. Hard to explain, you will need to taste it to understand. Btw, you can ask for a taste to see if you like it. However, they don't sell by the piece. Therefore, the minimum purchase is a quarter pound. For a few dollars, it's a fantastic snack.

I got the iced latte. For five dollars, could've gone to starbies but it's ok. I suggest going for…read morematcha. Although I haven't had it here I think it could be good. This may sounds controversial, but my sister who LOVES sugar threw out Ramune because it was so sweet. No blame to the mart though, al the drinks and food are super reasonably priced. Some cute home goods upstairs. Might come back to get a soy sauce container.

Nice Japanese grocery store with a wide selection of snacks, seafood, veggies, soda, kitchand…read morecosmetic products.

This was some of the best food I've ever tasted. And the owner is adorable and makes every plate…read morewith love. 10/10 must try if you are in Brooklyn!! The sobrasada was absolutely incredible and there is a new off menu Escalavada egg plant roasted peppers goat cheese sandwich was one of the best things I have ever tasted. Try the beer on tap it is so balanced and delicious.

Love this place ! Spain vacation in the neighborhood. Sweet woman making amazing sandwiches…read moredeserves a shout out.

Was recently going thru a severe bout of arthritis in my lower back and knees. Started eliminating…read morefoods that don't help with arthritis. And find some foods that benefit the body. Thats how I ended up at Grand Tea. Stopped by late morning and was totally enamored with this small tea shop. It's like you never can see everything first time around. While looking for a matcha bowl. I found a wonderful 16oz teapot. The wonderful lady that worked there was pleasant and very helpful. I looked at teas that were available and decided on the 13 year old Da Hong Pao black tea. Price was $10 an ounce. I asked her what was her favorite tea was? And she replied the same tea. She filled a bag with tea leaves and wrapped my new tea pot. What I found out is you can get approximately 6 to 10 steeps on these tea leaves. Surprisingly by changing diet and adding black tea to my diet. My arthritis has subsided for now. I am not saying this tea was the cure. But it did contribute to more peace and serenity. The black tea has attributes of a soothing nature. Also this black tea has less caffeine than other fresh tea leaves. Will definitely be back when my tea supply runs low.

You can't go anymore old school CTOWN than this store. Was a cold day but grandma was out in the…read morefront of the store beckoning customers to come in and try some oolong tea. I walked in and was greeted by the over abundance of Chinese products packed on every shelf. I had a flashback in the 80s at a Filene's Basement with a dizzying array of STUFF. Folks here spoke toisanese but understood my Cantonese and I'm sure can speak English. I honed in at the many different big jars of teas and winded up asking one of the owners where the bik lo chun was. I had him weigh two ounces for me to take home and try. $20 later (loose leaf and none of that chopped/grinded up tea crap from Twinings or Bigelow -- i excited and grandma waited outside to comp me a lil bag of oolong for my journey. Service with a smile and a warm heart. We need to support more of these lil mom and pop before they go.

Can't say enough positive things about this new little market. My wife and I spend a month each…read moresummer in Spain, and we are excited to see some of our favorite products on the shelves. We went in for some tapas with our one-year-old daughter, and the customer service was incredible. Everyone there working was super kind and even gave us little toys to keep our daughter occupied while we ate some delicious bocadillos and gambas al ajillo. They even have a cute little reading nook. Everyone there was so nice, and we can't wait to go back regula

An eclectic selection. Pintxos, pickle snacks and sandwiches. Clean, new and you can get some…read morespecialty shopping done.