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Ann Arbor Spice Merchants

4.1 (31 reviews)
ModerateHerbs & Spices
Closed 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

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What might seem banal to those living in the creature comforts of a wealthy midwestern city is the proverbial gold strike for those is less advanced urban settings where mail order is often the only option to obtain rare spices, herbs and teas. Over the years I've enjoyed purchasing things here to bring back to California and use as gifts for friends with a culinary interest. While not everything here is "exotic" the quality of each item is superb. My recent visit showed that the store expanded somewhat and spices tend to be prepackaged is 1oz. portions. If you want more then bulk options still exist and price per ounce is listed on every glass canister. I was pleased to see some useful sea salt combinations, such as Porcini flavored, and the tea section was larger than memory served. My usual preferences are for middleastern and African spice mixes but I'm willing to sample whatever strikes my fancy too. Overall, I think this shop is evolving well, the plastic the spices come in won't break down and get sticky like their previous sift to order types and the selection has also expanded to represent more ethnicities and cultural preferences.

Ceylon cinnamon. The staff informs me that this is true cinnamon. Regular cinnamon is actually "cassia".

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They had some really nice spice blends!

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Twisted Things Organic Apothecary and Curious Goods - Sea dragon and mouse for my library

Twisted Things Organic Apothecary and Curious Goods

5.0(7 reviews)
7.4 miDowntown Ypsilanti, Depot Town Ypsilanti

Another place in downtown Ypsilanti that gives me a place to spend my hard earned money, but it…read morewill help local artists. I also need to bring some of my Wiccan friends to see all the items for them. While I only took a few pictures, you can find a wide range of choices. Personal care, bath, and lotions. Jewelry, clothing, and hair items. Art work, art glass, and other items to make your home interesting. This small store has a huge variety that change as artists bring stuff into sell. If you have a dry, dark, sense of humor, you will find lots to smile at and for them, hopefully buy.

This is quite an amazing place filled with so much fun and curious trinkets in such a small place…read more We came upon this place because we were searching some specific clothing that was sold here. While they have a very small selection of clothing, it is very unique and worth the drive. We were searching for an out-of-state vendor they sold here. We were not disappointed. We found exactly what we were looking for and more. We purchased some clothing, earring, and stickers, but found many more items to come back for later. The individual working here was super friendly, talkative, and helpful and made our experience here even more magical. This is such a magical mystical store, it has an esoteric awesome vibe. Highly recommend seeking out this store.

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Plum Market

Plum Market

3.4(63 reviews)
3.2 mi
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It's a very pretty and organized place. I just imagine if I had one in my area I would have to go…read moreto another grocery store because it is lacks some items. Ok so 5 pm or whatever time. They have some crazy clearance sale an all these housewives run in. Like literally. I have no clue what is going on til a guy hanging out told me. Think he was trying to check out the pretty housewives. Half price pastries and other stuff. So I fell in to that trap and bought some too as well as the beer I came looking for. Wonderful friendly folks here but Im not going to spend $40 for 3 items often. Got back to hotel n the pastries were not even good. Def not great. Its not for me

Pricey specialty grocer. They have excellent quality produce and some really nice, albeit…read moreexpensive, prepared foods. They also have an exceptional wine selection. They also carry baked goods and various other prepared foods from local businesses like Zingerman's and Avalon. They do $6 sushi rolls after 8pm every night as well as some excellent deals on baked goods (50% off). The sushi is usually $11-15 a roll so the discount is great. It's not the best sushi in the world but it's very good for grocery quality. Otherwise, they (unsurprisingly) mostly carry organic and small-business brands. They have good sales sometimes but even then you can expect prices to be about 25% higher than what you'd see at a "normal" grocery store. Overall it's a fun place to go if you want high quality products but it's not really a feasible substitute for everyday shopping due to the prices. Will go back for the sushi at a minimum!

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Tracklements Smokery

Tracklements Smokery

4.9(40 reviews)
0.0 miKerrytown Ann Arbor
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Tracklements is an absolute gem. I've walked by it since I've moved to Michigan but it was my first…read moretime trying it. I was hosting a brunch and wanted some good lox for a lox board! Tracklements has an incredible assortment of cold smoked & hot smoked salmon. I opted for: *NORTHCOUNTRY GRAVLAX-CURED - We make a traditional Scandinavian style cure with allspice, coriander, juniper berries, and lots of chopped fresh dill. Less traditionally, ours is cold-smoked over our hardwood blend for a firmer texture, with full salmon flavor and longer shelf-life. *PASTRAMI-CURED - A blend of many spices, paprika, coriander and pepper come to the fore-a perfect combination with the salmon. Both were SO good. But what surprised me the most was the SMOKED CASTELVETRANO OLIVES. Even my friend, who dislikes olives greatly, said it tasted more like bacon to her. Ha. 1lb of cold smoked and then olives ran me $50. Pricey but good value and really delicious food!

I loved the service and quality of the smoked salmon. I was super impressed that the owner offered…read moreto open the store on a day that it was scheduled to be closed. I was in Ann Arbor for a short visit, and would have otherwise missed the opportunity to shop there. Additionally, the owner packaged the smoked fish to keep it cold for my upcoming flight home. The owner could not have done more.

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Whole Foods Market

Whole Foods Market

3.5(144 reviews)
3.0 mi
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I was stuck in traffic on Washtenaw Avenue and turned into Whole Foods for a break and to browse…read morearound. I was spoiled by past experiences at the Whole Foods in Chicago which is huge. This store is somewhat dimly lit and seems older. Love the selection of available premade options (spinach pie, lentil salad, etc.) The extensive salad bars didn't look particularly appealing to me since everything had clearly been setting out for a while, but there were many hot and cold choices. The person at checkout was friendly and the prices are higher, as expected at any Whole Foods. I enjoyed the items I purchased, as could not find at most grocery stores. I was there after some moderate snow and thought they could have done a better job of clearing the parking lot. I'd stop in again if in the area.

Since we have a lot of allergies in our family, we are always either ordering Whole Foods for…read moredelivery or going in the store. I prefer the Crankbrook Whole Foods to the Washtenaw location just because I feel like the store is better kept in the employees are slightly more helpful. It's difficult to get service at the deli counter due to the employees talking or just being busy with other things. I do like that this Whole Foods has a better selection. I did try to call the other day for a specialty product and I was put on hold multiple times and by the time I finally talked to someone 10 minutes later, I was not given accurate information, or honestly information at all. Instead of looking up the status of the product in whatever database they use, I was given a lazy answer. Slightly disappointing for how much money we spent at Whole Foods, but you're going to get the occasional lazy employee here or there either way. I feel like they have a good allergen selection so we keep coming back despite the price , but if possible, I tried to order a delivery or shop at the Cranbrook location.

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Whole Foods Market

Whole Foods Market

4.0(123 reviews)
2.5 mi
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I'm probably shooting my self in the foot by posting about finding inventory of the viral cottage…read morecheese, because they are having a major MANUFACTURE SHORTAGE and it could get worse! :( But sharing is caring so you can thank me later. Good Culture went viral in 2023-2024, driving a massive resurgence in cottage cheese popularity through TikTok and Instagram trends, particularly with viral "whipped" recipes like cottage cheese ice cream. Known for its creamy texture and high protein, the brand saw nearly 90% growth in 2024, with users heavily featuring it in hacks, including bagels, dips, and savory blends. There was a pretty good amount of the tubs left and I was here in a busy Sunday Afternoon. If you have not tried it, do t wait it is delicious creamy no nasty fillers or emulsifiers and the PROTEIN content is high! You're welcome ;)

I love Whole Foods Market, and not just because of the food. I don't even have to dig through my…read morepurse to pay anymore. I just walk up, scan my palm, and boom. Transaction complete. Either hand. Like I'm living in the future. Honestly, it feels a little alien. Like Whole Foods and extraterrestrials teamed up and said, "Let's confuse people in the best possible way." No wallet. No phone panic. Just me, my groceries, and my hand being accepted as legal tender. The food is great, the experience is smooth, and the palm payment system makes me feel like I should be wearing a silver jumpsuit. Five stars for quality, convenience, and casually turning me into a sci-fi character every time I check out.

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