Had the opportunity to stop at this WONDERFUL grocery as I was in the area and had plans the following day for an exciting dinner with friends. The people that were going to be there had never enjoyed cactus on their tacos, and I had been insisting for days that they try something new, so in my search for cactus on the go, I stumbled on Nuevo Mexico after a quick search. Tucked away into a nondescript little storefront, this gem has everything you could possibly be looking for when needing various Hispanic ingredients, and being only partially familiar with things (only the stuff I use frequently), the bonus is the staff. The people working here are simply outstanding. Upbeat and very excited to have conversation about food, experiences, and everything else you could want. However, on top of that, they are happy to help and answer any questions you may have on anything as well as make suggestions and provide assistance with ideas, recipes, and substitutions you may not even know about!
As soon as you come through the door, you are met with the brilliant fresh pastry cabinet on the left, and it had just happened to be filled about ten minutes before we arrived, which is always a win. So by the time I had navigated the shelves, found the cactus, got a recommendation on which brand was going to be my best choice (they had THREE!), I already knew I was picking up a super fun and delicious baked treat before I walked back out the door. Before I made it back to the pastries though, I was able to find two other delicious looking pickled goods I had never heard of, that were explained to me, and a handful of other fun, delicious treats that made it into the bag. I could've spent hours in this grocery and I plan to go back whenever I am in West Chester. They also have extremely fresh produce and a deli counter/butcher in the rear that I believe has not only fresh meats, but also sandwiches depending on the time of day.
I cannot stress how wonderful place is and how exciting the array of products they carry are. If you live in the area or are looking for very specific goods, you are bound to find what you are looking for here. You cannot go wrong. If for nothing more than the unbelievably fresh pastries, even daily, this is a place you should come and support. A small business that has a thriving community around it that is alive because of the way they treat others and what they have to offer back to that same community. Share in their exuberance and make some of the best dishes you may have never thought possible, or had ever thought of making before. They will be just as excited as you! read more