Finally swept by this space with the intention to visit thier farmers market, but I came on the…read morewrong Sunday. Needless to say, the shop was open, so I wandered. There are some amazing products in there. Yes, great spices, but I especially love their real ingredients in their baking mixes! I'll be back at some point. I also loved their chic, sleek black silverware set.

I've been wanting to check this place out and it was a nice time. There were many spices to choose…read morefrom and some merch as well. The store was clean and organized. The person helping us was a little rude, but I think it was just because it was close to closing time. I got some lemon pepper hot sauce. Hopefully it's delish!

Beautiful shop with everything you could want for your spiritual or health practices. Run by very…read morenice ladies. Will definitely return.

Very Friendly and I got a statue of Santa Muerte! I loved everything about the experience!read more

Calm vibe, cool people, interesting, tasty teas aplenty, lots of spices, advice on what to get and…read morehow to use the goods -- plus some tasty treats, pretty tea accessories, and cookbooks! Oh, and the décor is very nice! I personally really like the Earl Grey Spring & Mulberry date-sweetened chocolate. Of course, the packaging is so pretty it's hard to separate that from the taste and texture, too .... The honeys here are like none other I've had before! The absolute cutest little honey bears I've ever seen! There's one raw honey in a glass jar that's the only chewy honey I've ever tasted -- what a treat to eat a spoonful of that plain, direct from the jar, mmm! (I didn't just eat it for the taste or texture, though -- I started to eat it because I'd read about the great health benefits of honey!) I really really enjoy the smokiness of the Russian Caravan. Plus, it's fun to research, read and find out about such things as how this rather unique tea flavour came about -- that it was the result of actual campfire smoke flavouring the tea in the first place while travelling across Russia way-back-when that is now encapsulated in this oh-so-tasty tea! Tea is a really great gateway to learning about various cultures and world history! Maybe it's his-tea-ry! Persian Rose Garden tea is splendid -- mellow and rich, smooth, calming (I'm not saying it's medicinally calming, but rather that it's evocative of a certain atmosphere that may make you feel a certain way if you tune into it.) Turmeric ginger is very nice, too .... Overall, aesthetically beautiful, palate-pleasing place! Highly recommended!

This is a unique store where lovely fragrances abound…read more The staff are pleasant and unpretentious. All the looseleaf teas are made in-house by master tea-blenders who are constantly creating. The story of how I came to know about Shafa is pretty funny. A relative was sick and drinking some of the Shafa Blends' teas as a way to recover from a serious illness. I secretly doubted this would be of much benefit. However, to commiserate with him, I had a cup of their turmeric/ginger tea. And, don't you know, I felt better--and wasn't even the ailing person! So, now, I'm a believer. I like their Superior Earl Grey tea; the bergamot component is marvelous. There are other Earl Grey combinations, too. The rooibos is nice. And I can vouch for the fact that their teas keep their intensity long after purchase.

Always prefer your spices from here. They're fresher and more tasty than what you get at the…read moregrocery. You can order on line and pick them up already to go. Taking advantage of the special offers.

Penzeys is the BEST. The spices and seasonings are top quality, and the special deals they feature…read moreregularly in their free newsletter make them super affordable. The staff at the Falls Church store is friendly and helpful. And I love their politics and merch!

I simply love this medicine cabinet. Yes medicine cabinet, not a store. From AYO, the educated…read moreherbalist, to Greg the assistant, this store holds no boundaries. The knowledge of herbs for whatever illness or disease you have there is something here for everyone. I came prepared with knowing what I needed for my ailments but if you don't and you simply know what's wrong Ayo can assist you on your journey to healing. I purchased St. John's Wort, Beet Powder (high blood pressure), Black Cohosh, Sage, Lavendar oil (the good stuff) and so much more... I first came upon Blue Nile years ago and the owner saved my life. Here some 20 years later I brought my daughter today. Introducing her to holistic healing is a joy. If you are searching for truth in medicine for yourself or loved ones... Blue Nile is a gem. Stop and go now

the first location in dc since my childhood that sold all types of natural health remedies…read more Seamoss the items us health conscious folks needs and wants

Trying to spice up your life, or just in need of cooking inspiration? Penzeys has an oasis of…read morespices and I love how the store is organized. Each little treasure trove of spices is situated in its own little category. There are baking spices and salad spices. I was impressed with all the different kinds of cinnamon's. The people who work there are the nicest. A gentleman directed me to the cayenne pepper area. There was a variety of choices and I learned about the Scoville levels of heat. Now, you may be saying to yourself, why would Joy B. searching for the hot peppers? The truth of the matter is that I was looking to help out a friend. I found my cayenne pepper and I was pleasantly surprised at the price point. I bought a nice size bottle for about $6.00 and change. So, excellent variety, well organized, helpful staff, and reasonably priced... I can assure you that I will be returning soon. Great job, Penzeys.

So excited to finally visit a Penzeys store in person and it was well worth it. Friendly helpful…read morestaff and incredible selection. Amazing discounts and free gifts as well. The dish towels are the best towels ever. It's been great fun using their unique blends in various recipes. Proud to support a store that represents my values as well.

What an amazing place. I am so happy I found this. It is quaint and comfortable and has everything…read moreyou need to heal and soothe and elevate your spirit. They have teas, individual herbs, herbal mixes, classes, coaches and the most amazing and adorable open garden.

One of the nicest wellness and crystal shops I've been too. Very reasonably priced and the staff is…read moresuper knowledgeable and kind. They have a large selection of speciality teas, tinctures, supplements, crystals, jewlery, candles, herbs and other things. I got this very cute crystal headband and other goodies

I love visiting Spicez because I know I will walk away with yummy meals!…read more I met Rani for the first time when she used to have dinner events at the Washington Printmakers Gallery and talk about the various spices used in making meals. The meal I had (I, sadly, do not remember the name was very delicious). Rani also cooks affordable meals for Too Good To Go that are available for sale almost every Monday night and are ready for pickup the following day on Tuesday. When you pick up, she also lets you choose a spice from her collection for free! Very generous, seriously! I have gotten two meals through Too Good To Go twice now and they were always extremely filling and sumptuous meals. Both meals were vegetarian, and I think that's what she mostly cooks. When I heard she was offering Chai with breakfast, I was ecstatic to try authentic chai! I was not disappointed because it was everything I expected it to be and more! I am excited to join her brunch where she has promised unlimited chai! Update: brunch with Rani was amazing as well. She served the fritters below, eggplant curry, the potato/chickpea dish below, parathas, another entree I do not remember, and dessert. The meal was sumptuous and yummy as usual! She also served two types of chai: plain and masala chai. The plain chai is so delicious! I highly recommend attending all of the special events she hosts!

I came here for brunch (Rani puts on special events such as Chai with Rani / Brunch with Rani /…read moreetc) with a friend and the food was amazing. The store is cozy (I love the decorations and plants) and it feels like you're eating an auntie's house with endless food. Brunch had about 7-8 people so it was intimate and great way to meet other people in the DC area as well. We started off with pakora and then had a medley of other dishes. I left the place feeling SO full and ready for a food coma. She had 3 different desserts (2 types of cookies that incorporated ghee) prepared for us, but we were all so full so she gave us the final dessert to-go. The shop owner / chef is delightful and so personable. This has a small family business vibe. She also had a bunch of spices that I will have to check out next time I'm in the area. Would highly recommend !

The owner, Tina Perrone is one of most knowledgeable people I've ever known about herbs; medicinal…read moreand for other uses as well. She has an ointment for arthritis or other aches and pains; Golden Ormusol. I highly recommend it! I have chronic joint pain so I know what works and what doesn't. She is also a healer and very intuitive. She really cares about relieving the suffering of other people.

Super knowledgeable service, willing to mix up what I needed if it wasn't on the shelves. I always…read moremake sure to pop in when I'm in town.

What a pleasant experience! I was going to jazz in the garden and had stopped at a happy hour…read morebeforehand. My original plan was to get some food from near there, but what I had intended to get was totally sold out for some reason. I don't know what's going on with that place, but that's something I will revisit later. This place came up in my Yelp search and I thought the idea of sushi would be a light and refreshing meal. When I walked in I was surprised by how big it was, despite being more of a grab and go type situation. But it was cool to see that they also had bowls and plenty of desserts! The sushi trays were varying prices, mainly depending on the kind of sushi it was. I got the Tuna Lovers sushi for $11, a BBQ chicken bao for $6, and I couldn't help but grab cheesecake! It was two slices (one black sesame, one green tea) for $5. This was surprisingly high quality. It's set up almost like those markets you see in rest stops or at airports, but everything was really good! They also have dumplings and a few other items that are cooked to order, so there is more to them that meets the eye. You can either get a speedy snack or dine in. The staff are also very sweet and offered to heat my bao as soon as he realized I was going to buy it. I didn't even have to pay first. I will most definitely be back!

Speedy Snack Sushi was the perfect stop for a quick bite after visiting the museum. My wife and I…read moreshared the eel roll, while our vegetarian friend enjoyed a California roll. Everyone was delighted with their selection. The sushi tasted wonderfully fresh, and the rice was tender--not hard or dried out, as premade sushi can sometimes be. The manager or owner was exceptionally kind and friendly and clearly wanted us to have a great experience. Before we ordered, she even offered us a complimentary taste of a shrimp roll. There was an impressive selection at various price points, along with bao buns and steamed or fried dumplings prepared to order. They also carried Japanese beverages and intriguing desserts, including matcha cheesecake. Fresh food, generous hospitality, and plenty of interesting choices made Speedy Snack Sushi a delightful find.