John’s best man, RJ, gave us a Penzey’s Spices giftcard as part of our wedding gift. I have been dying to use it. I discovered Penzey’s when I moved to Somerville two years ago. It’s located in the same neighborhood as our favorite Trader Joe’s and butcher.
Penzey’s is an amazing spice shop that is located in the next town over, Arlington. However Penzey’s is nationally renowned and runs a very successful online catalog too. The quality of the spices are the best I’ve ever had. Also, the store is quaint, you can see and smell every spice they offer, and the selection is enormous.
(Crappy interior cell phone pictures)
I left with a huge haul and grin on my face. Another thing I love about Penzey’s? Their hand printed bags.
I got Italian dressing base (just add oil and vinegar), Chinese 5 spice, Madagascar vanilla beans, powdered ginger, California seasoned pepper (seasoned with red and green bell peppers), medium hot crushed red pepper, and aleppo pepper.
So good! Expect a ton of recipes coming up featuring these new spices!
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Glad you got good use out of it! Can’t wait to see what you come up with.
I have one recipe pending for tomorrow. Spoiler alert: It was amazing.
I can’t believe I’ve never been there–it’s so close. How are the prices?
You’ve gotta go! I’ll go anytime if you want company :)
Prices are a little high but the quality is worth it. That whole haul was about $34. Spendy but I know how great the products are so it’s always worth it in my mind.
I love Penzey’s, too. The powdered ginger was the one I ran through first. It so good!
The quality of that one was the most noticeable to me!
It’s funny – another food blogger and I are planning a trip to Penzey’s where we live! It’s my favorite! I’m glad you enjoyed it!
Too funny! Can’t wait to hear about your trip! :)