I'd long been curious about Penzey's Spices, a national chain with one Indiana location that…read morehappens to be in the Castleton area. Tonight, I had a little time before a nearby film screening and decided I would finally drop in. First off, I instantly loved the vibe of this strip center location that's not too far down from Trader Joe's. This location is pretty solidly accessible with nearby accessible parking, appropriate curb-cuts, and a layout that I had almost no difficulty maneuvering. In case it's not obvious, Penzey's Spices specializes in spices. They also offer online ordering (free shipping with $49+). I have to admit I'm no expert when it comes to spices. I'm also not the most adventurous eater due to a fragile system. However, I've been venturing out of my comfort zone lately and I got lots of ideas from my visit to Penzey's. I have no idea how many spices they carry. It's a lot. I found the prices quite reasonable. I found items that I thought "I want to try that" and I mostly found the prices at such a good point that I would be willing to give it a try. Of course, some are more than others. That's life. Employees were friendly. The overall energy of the place was light and hopeful. They also offer gift boxes, trial bags, and accessories. However, when it comes down to it this is really a spice store and boy do they have amazing options. I believe in terms of corporate that Penzey's is based in Wisconsin. I'm just grateful they're here. They add such a spark to the Castleton area, and they seem perfect as a companion to the nearby Trader Joe's. It took me way too long to get here. It won't take me that long to get back.

If you Love to Cook and Cook to Love then this is your go to spot for your spices…read more It seems like every spice I try, regardless of if it is complex or as simple as garlic powder, it taste better than any of the other brands. Just pepper alone they probably have a dozen different flavor variations. We have over 80 spices in our pantry. Some of our go to are Frozen Pizza, it takes a Jack's frozen pizza to the next level. Others are Sandwich Sprinkle, Tuscan Sunset, Mural of Flavor and California Seasoned Pepper to name a few. If there isn't a location in your town you can always mail order from their website.

Wife and i have been going there for years. Wonderful people who own it. Highly recommend.read more

Their website www.artisanosprovisions.com is really cool and my order showed up fast!read more

If you're wondering where to get a cauldron for your next batch of spells, this is the place…read more All jokes aside, The Playful Soul is wonderful, and I can't believe I just discovered it recently. Yes, they do actually have little cauldrons available for purchase, but they also have lots of crystals and gems, books on yoga and wellness, incense and holders, oils, jewelry, clothing, smudge sticks, tote bags, a few foods and beverages and lots more. The retail store is small but they carry a lot of goods made by local craftspeople and purveyors. You can tell that every single item on display has been carefully considered and lovingly chosen. The place smells heavenly, the lighting is lovely, and the air is peaceful in here. It's a nice place. I want to come back and attend one of the yoga classes that they offer each week. They also offer meditation classes, sound baths, reiki and other services.

I just had the most amazing experience at the playful soul. I was guided to do a reiki session and…read morefound the playful soul again. I had an hour reiki session with Larry and he is most certainly a master. It's only been a few hours since my session and I already feel healed and grounded. Thank you playful soul ~ I Love You and thank you Larry you are the BEST

This is my first time trying Popcornapolis. This was a gift from my manager for Christmas. My…read moreexperience will be unforgettable. The cinnamon toast popcorn is Rich, creamy, buttery sweet and melts in your mouth in every bite. Delicious!!!

Their popcorn is wonderful! We did their three bag deal and tried the cinnamon toast, cheddar, and…read morejalapeño cheddar. All three are full of flavor! The only downside to this wonderful popcorn store is the fact that it is extremely expensive. Their 3.5 gallon bucket is 55 dollars with 10 dollars off on refills. I find that no popcorn is worth that price. I will treat my toddler to the cheddar popcorn occasionally but that will be the extent of our indulgence on this product.

Three cheers for Apricot Sun! From their best-selling zaatar spice blend to their individual frozen…read moremeals, hummus and assorted spreads, there's a healthy, Mediterranean option for everyone. They sell their goods on their website and deliver them to your door, or you can order through Market Wagon or pick up their zaatar at most local shops around town (full list on their website). The owners, Marlen and Robert, are incredibly sweet, hardworking and smart. They're often set up at the Broad Ripple Farmers Market if you want to pop in and say hello yourself. Hailing from the country of Jordan, Marlen brings her family's recipes to the States in a modern, health way. My favorite frozen meal so far is the Eggplant with Beef meal, and the turkey meatballs look great as well. I ordered on a Monday and got it hand-delivered at my door by the owner that Friday. Great service! The hummus is delicious and so far, I've used the zaatar as a topping for my meatballs and to top off my hummus and naan snack. It's unlike anything I've ever had and I love discovering new combos!

We recently used Apricot Sun for an event we had and everything went over really well from out…read moreattendees. The owners are extremely friendly and passionate about their product. It is a pleasure working with them and I am looking forward to having them back soon.

I had to buy Hazel's bloody mary mix because that's all the store had. This stuff is just gross…read more Tasteless and it's like drinking vomit, thick and chunky. I don't understand the amazing part, because it's anything but, and I def don't understand the rating. This stuff is flat out nasty.​

One of my favorite local businesses just opened a storefront on Rangeline and 126th! While I…read moreoriginally met them at the Carmel Farmers Market years ago, they've exploded in growth and I'm so happy to have a storefront shop just in time for the holidays. Hot sauce stocking stuffers, anyone?! I eat popcorn every night, so when I discovered that they had a popcorn seasoning, I was sold. The seasoning has paprika, salt, pepper and a few other spices that stick to the light oil on the popcorn and make for the BEST snack. I also put it on avocado toast and also use it as a rub for any kind of meat. Most recently, I got one of their hot sauces to try (there's one that is SUPER hot and one that is more flavorful than spicy). Come visit owner Dave at this new spot to get some awesome stocking stuffers, corporate boxes, or Bloody Mary mix for Christmas morning. Enjoy!

Good Earth is such a gem! It's one of my favorite places to go for all things natural and organic…read more They have an amazing selection of organic foods and medications--they really care about high quality products. But honestly, what keeps me coming back is their tea selection. It's incredible. Whether you're looking for something herbal, energizing, or soothing, they've got it all. A couple of years ago, I bought a pair of Birkenstocks here (yes, so random but they have an entire selection), and I learned so much about them. The staff was super knowledgeable, helping me figure out the right fit and style. Good Earth is like target. Always leaving with more than you came for.

I love natural foods, but also love the option of helping protect my environment by consuming fewer…read morefoods over-packaged in plastics and boxes. This store sells clean products + has many foods, spices, and teas in bulk options.

The sweet heat flavor is great! Not too overpowering in heat. It has a balanced flavor, not too…read moresweet or salty. They charge by the bag size. So you can mix different flavors in the same bag for no extra charge. Flavors are, butter, cheese, caramel, and sweet heat. Employees are friendly too. Mall kiosk is across the entrance of Macys.

For those who are lifelong residents of Indy, even a name like "Market Square" elicits a smile…read moregiven its connection to the late, great Market Square Arena. Market Square Popcorn is an Indianapolis-owned shop for artisan popcorn with a central home inside the main entrance hallway of Castleton Square Mall. While this is their home, it's not the only place you can find their products. This week, for example, you can feel their presence throughout Heartland International Film Festival as a sponsor including having packages inside the goodie bags for Heartland filmmakers. Popular flavors seem to be Market Square Mix, Sweet Heat (which I just tried for the first time this week), and Butter Caramel Crunch. Market Square Popcorn also offers custom tins and they have fundraising options (great rates for non-profits - you can keep 50% of sales. It's a great option to support local and raise money for your organization). The employees I've met have always been friendly. Like most popcorn, I tend to prefer it fresh and hot, however, even an experience like getting it in a goodie bag has been a positive experience. I recently tried the Sweet Heat and it really was a unique combination of a sweet taste with a definite kick. If I'm in the Castleton area or see them at an event, I always smile and appreciate the nostalgic Market Square Popcorn.

Walked in and got 6 tamales-still hot. They smelled so good on the way home and tasted even better…read morewhen I got home. Highly recommend going here. This is also a Mexican grocery store. It has anything Mexican.

I visited because I heard through the grapevine that Carniceria Morelos sells tamales by the dozen,…read moreand you don't have to pre-order. I was right! They have a little food area in the back of the store, near the pan dulce, where they have tamales ready and waiting in steamers. You need to go to the register first and let them know how many and which kind of tamales you want, and they'll get them for you. I bought a dozen-and-a-half of the pork with red chile tamales, and they are very good! In fact, I'm eating one right now as I type this review! The tamales have the perfect proportion of masa to meat, and they are cooked all the way through and not at all gummy, like some tamales can get when they're not cooked properly. They have other tamales besides pork, but I was only interested in pork when I visited, so I can't tell you for sure what other kinds they have. This is also a grocery store, so there are lots of packaged Mexican foods here, as well as a small panderia with some bolillos and a selection of pan dulce. This looks to be a great place to find Mexican candy (Lucas, Tajin, tamarindo candy, those little disks of chalky peanut butter with the picture of the abuelita on them, etc.), as I saw a lot of different candies.