Merryb wrote:
> On Jun 3, 7:57 am, mkr5000 > wrote:
>> I like to hit my local Oriental grocery about once a month and I'm
>> familiar with all of the
>> 'standard" items like noodles, wrappers, soup broths, teas, chili
>> sauce, dried shrimp etc.
>>
>> But, I was wondering if it might be interesting to start a post where
>> others may suggest some things that
>> maybe I've overlooked and should be a definite.... "you gotta try it".
>> (Items you can't live without).
>>
>> I'm not talking about getting responses from native orientals so much
>> because I can guarantee you stinky tofu and the like are not on my
>> agenda.....but more interested in responses from those with more
>> "Americanized" taste buds. (Although I'm a courageous eater -- not a
>> wimp).
>>
>> For example, they have a huge frozen section at my mart with all types
>> of seafood, beef and pork cuts and
>> I've never ventured into that section. Cuttlefish? All sorts of
>> names I've never tried.
>>
>> Anything I'm missing out on?
>>
>> I'd like to make a list for next time I visit.
>>
>> Thanks !
>
> The store I go to, H-mart, has really nice produce, some of it I've
> never heard of or seen before- that's a rather safe place to start.
> Also, check the condiment aisle- lots of sauces to try.

I am anxiously awaiting the opening of an H-mart sort of near me.....15
miles or so away.
The opening date has not been announced but I think it will be very soon.

Tracy