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cybercat wrote:
> "George" > wrote
>
>> Noodles are inexpensive in real Asian markets. Also lots of different
>> types to pick from including fresh ones which are great for some dishes. I
>> am guessing this is the "Asian" section of some big box?

>
> Is this how you characterize mainstream grocery chains? If so, then the
> answer
> is "yes." There is generally no Asian section, more like a noodle section.
> I've
> priced them at the local chains, Harris Teeter, Kroger, Food Lion, Fresh
> Market, Lowes, and Whole Foods. The price tends to be $3 or more
> for a packet, and to make a batch the size I want, I need two packets.
> Angel hair/spaghetti is at the most 2 bucks a box or bag and has twice
> as much in it.
>
> We have lots of Asian groceries, I am just not in the habit of shopping
> at them. Time to shake it up a bit and go on an excursion. Will report back.
>
>

Well worthwhile doing.