Aww yea. Talk about a place I can get lost in. While some of the stuff that they carry at World Market is a little off the wall, there are countless treasures to be found (most of the edible/drinkable kind). Last time I sauntered into World Market I was planning on purchasing a greeting card for a special someone (yes, they have a small selection of cards mostly consisting of birthday greetings) but I searched the selection to no avail. However, I knew I would not leave empty handed, well-- mostly because it's never happened before. After deciding against any of the greeting cards, my attention was shifted over to a display shelf filled with lotions on sale. I smelled a few but still resisted my urge to purchase non essentials and walked onward. I perused the furniture, some very cute and unique and reasonably priced in my opinion but passed on to the section of candy.
What's worse than a kid in a candy store? How about a 25 year old-- because I can actually act on my impulses, I've got a shiny green debit card in my pocket. The madness ensued as I picked up some very soft licorice from Australia, some Sour Patch kids (a staple), gummy cherries, and some Halloween Pez dispensers (of which they had several...all the Disney princesses, Xmen characters, Sanrio etc) for some of the kids in my life. I also bought boxes of Halloween Dots (black blood orange flavored and little ghost dots too). My point here is that I am passionate about candy and WM has got it all. I moved on to chips where they offer a wide variety of tasty tortilla chips, kettle cooked potato chips and other yummy snacks. I'm not much of a chef but they also have a wide array of spices and other things I would imagine are for cooking. They have lots of unique drinks from other places as well. Their liquor section? Well, it's amazing. Since turning 21 I don't think I've walked in here without buying at least one thing related to alcohol. Oktoberfest party? Mini keg of Becks. Housewarming gift? Bottle of sangria. My point is, this place is ideal for hostess gifts etc (assuming that one is of age to consume). It shows a little more thought than a bottle of Sutter Home if you dig what I'm saying. I even bought a friend's husband a little sake set once for Christmas here.
My main point here is that World Market is a gem of a store, packed with interesting things that you can't find everywhere. Although these stores are few and far between, they really offer an interesting shopping experience where you can become exposed to some amazing products from all over the world. Even if you are looking for a tiny gift or maybe some interesting seasonal candy for children, you are sure to find something unique and fun within this store. I feel so lucky that I have one so close to home. Love it and have for years! read more