Love me a exquisite tea place. Attended jingle in the junction yesterday in Valley Junction where…read morethis place is located and I will be coming back for more. They had two samples of tea and both were nectarous but I had to have more of the hot toddy. This place is a must have. I immensely recommend!

From the owner: Discover a world of flavor at The Spice & Tea Exchange! We have it all - fine spices, handcrafted…read moreseasonings, loose-leaf teas, salts, sugars, gifts, and more! Our friendly staff is here to assist whether you're a culinary novice, a business owner, or just want to spice things up. With over 85 handcrafted seasonings mixed daily in-store, we have the perfect menu additions for you! Come experience the best at The Spice & Tea Exchange.

I have been following Veggie Thumper on IG for some time and was SO EXCITED to see that the bus was…read moreout and about near my favorite ex-stepmother, so I made it a point to pop by the extremely small Waukee Farmer's market just to get my hands on some of this delicious food. Already stuffed from a late lunch, the fiancé and I split the fried chick'n sandwich with mac & cheese (with added hot sauce, of course) and our tastebuds were blown away. Not only was the flavor on point, but so was the texture. Not even exaggerating, idc if you're a meat loving omni, you need to try the food if you ever come across this bus. Definitely hope to find the bus again when I'm in town again next year. Thanks for making the extra trip worth it!

Absolutely delicious vegan food! I have been wanting to try their stuff for awhile and got the…read morechance to at the vegan fest downtown. Their bus is impossible to miss. They're clearly well loved by the community too because the line was fairly long. But regardless the team was friendly and helpful! I ordered the frisco melt, which was so good I did not have the chance to take a picture of it. The sandwich is toasted and crispy and paired with their lentil patty. Which was so well seasoned, I almost forgot what I was eating wasn't meat. I also had the mango ginger lemonade, the perfect drink for a nice summer day! From what my friends told me, their nachos and tacos were just as good! So it's fair to assume everything on their menu is a winner and you can't go wrong with whatever you order. My only trouble is that I don't get to see this truck downtown as often as I want to! Can't wait to see them again in the future.

So fun to just browse the shelves and impulse purchase fresh breads and cakes. The woman at the…read morecounter was so friendly and was treating each customer like a true friend. The shop is tucked away but there is plenty of free parking in the lot, so there is no excuse to not visit.

This is such a neat little market! It's definitely very European, as most of the food they sell is…read morelabeled in one of the many Slavic languages. They have such an interesting variety of food, and, as someone who is nowhere near being Eastern European, I thought it was super cool to see all of these foods I had never tried. If you love chocolate like I do, come to this store because they have a fine selection of European chocolates for great prices. Kinder bueno, anyone? If you haven't tried it, you're missing out, just saying. I would also recommend their tea selection, which is also extensive and cheap. They have everything you'd expect in a specialty grocery store, from spices to meats, from canned foods to sweets/snacks that you definitely wouldn't be able to find at any American grocery store. It truly is an excellent selection. Whether or not you are familiar with the foods, I highly recommend checking this place out. Seriously, the chocolate selection alone will knock your socks off.

A hidden gem in the Waukee area! Who would have known to find Old Station Craft Meats if it wasn't…read morefor great advertising this Christmas. Visited on a Friday afternoon and it was just in time for a snow storm. Stocked up on some meats and some Christmas treats as gifts. Everyone was helpful and knowledgeable of all that we wanted. Great shop with so many options for all sorts of meat. Even some baked goods were sold there. We needed finding out we were helped by the owner and felt it was a great visit. Spent $70.xx for our goods. Will be back for sure

My husband's addiction to his smoker led him to this amazing local butcher…read more The proprietor is very happy to give helpful information about his selection of meats. Prices are very fair and we love having Old Station right here in the neighborhood.

This place is out of this world with goodness! Having…read morefriends over and don't know what to cook? Are you looking for grass fed meats? Healthy seafood? Look no further than this local establishment! All their products are healthy, no rbts, preservatives, etc. It is the only place that I was able to find duck breast prepackaged and sealed. They have french style rack of lamb, boneless and bone in leg of lamb, veal, duck, rabbit, steak, salmon, mahi mahi, etc. if you are looking to host a party or just cook dood from the farm to the table. What better place to buy and support a local business that offers healthy options of meats. The staff was extremely pleasant and took the time to go over their inventory. Very patient and very knowledgeable. There is plenty of parking and the building is beautiful and clean! I can say that you can have your steak and eat it too! (Pun intended!). I will be back for sure!

From the owner: Prairie Natural Meats is proud to offer the highest quality line of meats the way it used to be to…read moresatisfy the appetite of the health conscious. We care about your quality of life and believe in only the best for you and your family. That is why we stand by the high standards we put into each and every piece of meat. From our family to yours, we invite you to try our premium meat, Prairie Natural, and taste the difference. Located in West Des Moines, IA, we serve all of Iowa and offer nationwide shipping.

The first time I tried acupuncture it was with my chiropractor. I didn't think much about…read morebackground or credentials. Plus, I was deterred by having to submit my own medical claims to insurance. As with anything, not all acupuncturists are on the same level regarding knowledge & experience. The extra effort needed on my part is so worth it. My friend recommended Jay and I'm so glad I gave it a try. Jay studied under a woman in San Francisco who treated breast cancer patients exclusively. For my ladies out there impacted by this disease, it is far more comforting to work with professionals who get it than not. In addition to that experience, he also studied in China. At my first appointment, one of the first questions Jay asked me was- What are you eating? YES. He requested a two week food journal for my follow up appointment, which was like music to my ears. He has offers dietary suggestions for healing. The office is easy to find and it's a beautiful, relaxing setting. The bathroom decor is beautiful and they have a PF Co diffuser which smells amazing. I love this place and the care I'm getting here. Jenny & Jay are wonderful!

Jay is fantastic. He has helped me with a torn calf muscle, back pain, colds, and flu. Sometimes…read morehe uses acupuncture, sometimes herbs. But I always get the benefit. One of the nicest things about his herbal remedies...is that they are prepared based on the symptoms that I have. I do not get any unnecessary ingredients. So.. I get to avoid a lot of unpleasant side effects. Jen, who takes care of the front office...is awesome. I am so glad they chose Urbandale in which to set up shop!

Rochelle did an amazing job on the cupcakes for my daughter's bridal shower! The theme was a…read morebeautiful garden party! She took time to understand exactly what we wanted, as well as the flavors! She had some great recommendations and was easy to work with! They looked absolutely stunning on the table & got rave reviews from all the guests!

From the owner: Tiny Yummy Cakes is a home bakery dedicated to crafting…read moreyour favorite custom cupcakes and cookies from scratch. My specialty lies in creating realistic frosting flowers that add a beautiful touch to every treat. With 30 years of experience in the IT industry, I decided to turn my passion for baking into a full-time venture. I can create any flavor you can imagine, and each order is made fresh with high-quality ingredients. ⸻

Wow! Incredible home made fresh food! Family owned and served. Fresh food from local farmers!iread more

We always see the sign for this place while driving to Des Moines, but it has always been closed…read moredue to winter. When we finally were going to Des Moines during when they're open, we made an effort to try the restaurant. Stopping was definitely worth it! They have a set menu based on the produce that's available to harvest, but the way the created the recipes around the produce and chicken was really delicious! They service here was super friendly and fast. The son of the people who started this place explained all about the farm and their food. I have already recommended this place to people, it is so good!

We ordered from Graze Craze for our staff outing. Everything was absolutely perfect! Fresh,…read morecolorful, and beautifully arranged! They were wonderful to work with and even gave it some personal touches. Highly recommend!!

Love these boards! I especially like to stop in for the grab n go box and they make the couple of…read moresub outs I always request - perfect!!

Great selection of OG classics and modern items!…read more Some standard retail packaged items, but also bulk, and international offerings. Make sure you check out the chocolates and specialty stuff! It's like Dollar Tree. You never walk out with just what you walk in looking for. Lol

The cutest candy store. I love the decor in this place and it smells so good. They have various…read moretypes of candies and lots of goodies.