Julie Bove > wrote:
> I've been making tea with fresh ginger. Have been getting it at PCC for some
> time. It was the cheapest and freshest source. PCC is a local chain similar
> to Whole Foods. Had to get it via delivery because the two stores closest to
> me never had much at one time but the one that delivers used to have a lot
> of it. But now?
>
> Have been having trouble finding it. If a store has any at all, it's a small
> amount and not fresh. Also, a lot of what I'm seeing seems to come from
> Mexico. The "hands" are much larger and not quite the same shape and the
> flavor is not as strong.
>
> I spotted it at Costco but didn't need any at the time. Went back to buy
> some later. They had none. It's still listed on their computer but they
> don't know when they will get it again.
>
> Last order to PCC showed a major price increase and they placed a limit on
> how much I could buy.
>
> Is there a shortage for some reason? Or is it just a seasonal item?
>
>

I buy ginger by the pounds, all the time. I have no troubles finding it.
If there is an Asian or Indian grocer nearby, you should have no issues
getting a larger quantity, plus, its usually FAR cheaper per pound than
chain grocers. Fresher, too.