This is a bit of a jack-of-all-trades store. On the surface it seems like a Middle Eastern market,…read morewith bulk nuts, a large baklava selection, and frozen halal goat meat. But on the other hand, there's a large wine selection, and Italian pork products. In any case, if you're looking for a food that seems to be "cultural," you might find it here, and the prices might be better than Kroger. They have the best bulk nuts/grains I've found in town, and the De Decco pasta is a bit cheaper than Kroger. On the other hand, their baklava is just okay. They have East Asian selections too, but the selection is limited compared to the Chinese/Korean stores on the east side. But if you know what you want, you may well find it here.

They are such a unique and fun store. They have every kind of tea under the sun, all kinds of…read moregourmet coffee, like blueberry, maple pecan, German chocolate, that kind of thing. All different kinds of chocolate, spices. Foods from all over the world - hence the name of the store. Noodles of all kinds, pasta of all kinds, sauces, exquisite soaps, make up. Interesting sodas and unique drinks from all over the world, an incredible wine selection and craft beers. I am probably leaving out a lot. All I know is anytime I need something interesting or exotic like when I had a craving for pistachio chocolate from Dubai - I knew world foods would have it. Or if I was making butter chicken, I can be certain they have what I need. I also made a lemongrass noodle soup with vercemelli noodles and I got them from here. I have also really enjoyed their exotic selection of soaps and bath products. This store is a never ending fountain of exciting and interesting options for when you're seeking something international to prepare for food or something to pamper yourself with. Fits nicely into Bloomington's ever expanding eclectic and diversity vibe. You gotta try it!

The owner of PopKorn is amazing. She's not only a popcorn master and entrepreneur, but she's also a…read moreprofessor at IU. She's so fun and her energy and smile are absolutely magnetic. I was writing about the company for a WTHR blog post and couldn't help but buy a ton of popcorn flavors. For research, right?! I ordered the dairy free cheddar, simply salted, white cheddar, Buffalo cheddar, and buttermilk ranch popcorn for delivery. I LOVE that they offer "snack size" bags of popcorn for only $3.50. Because I was new to the popcorn, I was able to order a ton of the flavors to find my favorites. I also thought it'd be a super fun Christmas or NYE activity to do popcorn taste testing or a popcorn/beer pairing at home. They also offer large, party time (1 gallon), and 4 gallon bags for those who are ready to commit a few flavors. Besides the flavors mentioned, there are sweet and seasonal flavors as well. Enjoy!

The service was great and the pop corn were creative and delicious! I bought a variety to a…read moregathering and they were well received.

The best thai in town, hands down. I've been to all including on the west side but this thai…read morerestaurant never disappoints. The staff are extremely kind and professional and the food portions are great (along with the taste). It's a small quiet restaurant inside, they have outdoor seating as well but I typically only get take out from here and have always had a positive experience. They're also the only thai restaurant that seem to be extremely customizable, they offer great vegan/vegetarian options (and will clarify if you want fish sauce/eggs or not)- other thai restaurants in town don't bother asking so I really appreciate this one! My go-tos are veggie spring rolls, pad thai, red curry and shrimp fried rice. Ps. Alex is the best!

I have only ever picked up or had food delivered from Happy Thai but it has consistently been very…read moregood. When I went into the restaurant to pickup the food every employee was very friendly and greeted me. They were prompt at the register, always having the bag ready for pickup. The inside of the restaurant is really nice with warm lighting. The portions of their food are huge, usually leaving leftovers for the next day. There are a lot of flavors going on in their dishes, and they Pad Thai is one of the best in town.

Excellent Thai restaurant with high marks for food, service, and atmosphere…read more I've tried the Thai fish cakes, sweet and sour saute, pad bus sa ra com, mango sticky rice, and Thai iced tea and coffee. The savoury dishes were all super flavourful, cooked well, and generously portioned. Maybe this has something to do with the dishes I got, but I think the flavours here are generally more intense than the other Thai restaurants I've tried in Bloomington, and their spice levels might be a little higher. I've been somewhat underwhelmed by level 3 (out of 5) at other places, so I tried level 4 the first time I ordered here, and it was a little too hot, so I went back to level 3 the next time, and it was just right. The Thai tea and coffee were both very good, especially the coffee. It almost tasted chocolatey. The service is consistently on top of it. I was there on Valentine's Day, and they were slammed but had enough staff on the floor for it; the food was quick as usual and everyone was still very friendly. I also love the atmosphere here. The building is one of the converted houses on 4th St, and there are different dining rooms, some with lots of windows, all filled with interesting decor, and there's also a very nice patio during the warmer seasons. The only problem here is, unless there's a back entrance I don't know about, I don't think the building is wheelchair accessible; you have to go up a few stairs to get to the main entrance.

Party of six, four adults (there is a children's menu). We had a variety of dishes, including Pad…read moreThai, Massaman Curry, Pad Woon Sen, and appetizers like fish cakes, spring rolls, and their crab rangoons. All were great, fresh ingredients, served in concert, and quickly, too. This was a family meal, and all were delighted, including the children with chicken fingers and fries. We're trying to expand their horizons, but picky eaters are tough. The appetizers were especially good, and each has their own different sauce. My order was well-spiced, and there was enough taken home for a second delicious meal. This is perhaps the best and most consistent Thai food in Bloomington. There are rivals to this high throne, and we try them, too, but this is our go-to for no-compromise Thai, every order consistently great.

Stopped in for something sweet and boy oh boy was I surprised. I wont lie its a bit pricey, but…read moreeverything I tryed was amazing. They had samples out and im happy they did. I ended up getting some truffles and a chocolate bar which were both amazing. The truffles didnt make it to the car.

A once great local institution, but something has gone awry these days -- two weeks before…read moreChristmas, their website accepted an online holiday order. But as the holidays arrived, there was no sign of life, no answer to phone calls or online messages. It's bad enough for the place to be defunct, but to be defunct with a zombie website borders on fraudulent, unfortunately.

Wicked pricey, and unparalleled in Bloomington if you're an actual chef or cook. Much merch and…read morekitchen gear that can't be found elsewhere. Cutlery, knives, top-quality pans and utensils. Actual junk is hard to find here. They have much "gourmet" foods, but some are actually quite good, including vinegars, oils, and sometimes, teas. It won't come cheap. Go to Target if you need cheap. This is high quality gear, and plenty of it. Upsides: Thickly presented merchandise, mostly Euro-appetite based. Downsides: Mostly Euro-appetite based and at retail.

I've been to this store a few times now, and they have literally everything you could need for…read morecooking even down to the basics. Good quality items and beautiful selection of glassware/ceramic goods. What really stood out to me was the fact that when I purchased a gift for my mother's birthday, they gift wrapped it beautifully for free! I love this store so very much.

Ordered a 4-bone Prime Rib for Christmas. They separated the bones and trussed it together!! We…read morehave never cooked one before and were very excited!! This was a Choice cut and came out delicious!! Thanks guys!! You made this a great experience!!

We got catering trays for a graduation party: brisket, potato salad, coleslaw, baked beans,…read moreassorted individual bags of chips, and a vegetable tray. So delicious, great service. There were so many wonderful looking things in the shop-my only sadness is discovering this place as my kid is graduating and leaving Bloomington!

The charcuterie board looked great and we found everything to be delicious! Several unusual foods…read morelike ground cherries and figs were included as well as tasty crackers. Ordering online was easy and staff were friendly when we picked up the board. I would definitely order again.

So much creativity on these Charcuterie's!! Beautifully abundant and flavorful! Delicious!! You…read morewill not be disappointed!!

Cynthia catered our daughter's wedding. The food was FANTASTIC!!! The guests went on and on about…read morethe delicious food. The wedding cake was not only gorgeous but so delicious. Her servers were attentive and friendly...even Cynthia herself worked the event. If you want gorgeous food that is prepared by a true chef, use her!! You will not be disappointed.

We worked closely with Cynthia for several months in preparation for our July 2016 wedding…read morereception at the IU Auditorium in Bloomigton, IN. We can't say enough wonderful things about Cynthia's service and expertise. Every other caterer we spoke with in town pales in comparison to Cynthia and her staff. The food: Simply put, our wedding reception food was incredible. Every bite was full of flavor and seasoned to perfection. One thing you should know about Cynthia is that she is obsessed with maintaining the integrity of the food she is serving. Sometimes that means that certain dishes may be served at room temperature to maintain the vibrancy and flavor. Our appetizers (crostini with goat cheese and brucetta and mini potatoes with Greek yogurt) were a huge hit, along with the tri tip beef, baked pasta and fresh veggies with homemade dipping sauces. I can't forget to mention the sweet potatoes...my friends texted me the next morning mentioning how yummy they were! Service: During the cocktail hour, reception, and dance time she meticulously catered to our guests (and us!) and went above and beyond. Our consultations and email exchanges were very clear and pleasant. She created our menu on the spot, and was very receptive to our preferences wth little direction. When most caterers would have packed up and left, Cynthia's staff stayed until the bitter end serving bite sized desserts to guests far after dinner/reception had concluded. During the planning phase, we loved that Cynthia let us try tiny samplings of her food before putting in a deposit, giving us our first glimpse into her love of hosting and feeding people. Our guests raved about the food after the wedding, making our special day that much more memorable! I highly recommend Cynthia for both small and large scale events.

As much as I want to be cynical about fancy food in Bloomington, the sweets here (chocolate and…read morefudge) are genuinely top-tier. Expensive, yes (after tax, $7 for 2 truffles), but of an appropriate quality for the price, with both a suitably rich dark chocolate flavor and good other ingredients. I can't comment on the actual oils/vinegars, didn't try them.

Black pepper olive oil is delicious, as is the Pomegranate balsamic, and the chocolate balsamic…read more Yes, delish! Put some pomegranate balsamic on vanilla ice cream-ridiculously good! A big selection of oils and vinegars, a bit pricey but quality