On Wed, 3 Jun 2009 07:57:43 -0700 (PDT), mkr5000 wrote:

> I like to hit my local Oriental grocery about once a month and I'm
> familiar with all of the
> 'standard" items like noodles, wrappers, soup broths, teas, chili
> sauce, dried shrimp etc.
>
> But, I was wondering if it might be interesting to start a post where
> others may suggest some things that
> maybe I've overlooked and should be a definite.... "you gotta try it".
> (Items you can't live without).
>
> I'm not talking about getting responses from native orientals so much
> because I can guarantee you stinky tofu and the like are not on my
> agenda.....but more interested in responses from those with more
> "Americanized" taste buds. (Although I'm a courageous eater -- not a
> wimp).
>
> For example, they have a huge frozen section at my mart with all types
> of seafood, beef and pork cuts and
> I've never ventured into that section. Cuttlefish? All sorts of
> names I've never tried.
>
> Anything I'm missing out on?
>
> I'd like to make a list for next time I visit.
>
> Thanks !

since you already seem to be into the weeds to some extent, you've probably
tried the peeled garlic in tubs (not packed in water). i picked some up a
while back, and have been pleased at how long they have lasted.

your pal,
blake