On 2005-11-02, aem > wrote:

> good produce at low prices, but low quality meat. Even so, a far
> better selection of oxtails and beef shanks and beef short ribs than
> the anglo supermarkets. The Asian groceries are not as close but the
> produce and seafood and fresh Asian noodles are great. Poultry is
> good, pork is good, beef is not. I get good beef at Costco even though
> I then have to freeze some of it. -aem

A lot depends on the ethno-pop density. I've been to Mexican
supermarkets out in CA's Central Valley that have great beef
selections. One, in Visalia, had gorgeous cuts of skirt steak on sale
for the insanely cheap price of $1.79lb! I can't even find skirt
steak around here, anymore (SFBA). While it's true Costco has pretty
decent quality beef, their selection sucks. Try and find skirt steak
or even brisket at a BA Costco.

nb