DanielK Posted February 16, 2006 Share Posted February 16, 2006 I would like to purchase some foods that we enjoyed on a trip to the UK this summer, but they're things you don't see often. I've checked the international food aisles of local Giant, Balducci's, and Whole Foods stores, and found some things, but looking for some more variety. There are also a number of online places, but I'm hoping for something local. Anyone know of any local markets? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mame11 Posted February 16, 2006 Share Posted February 16, 2006 I would like to purchase some foods that we enjoyed on a trip to the UK this summer, but they're things you don't see often. I've checked the international food aisles of local Giant, Balducci's, and Whole Foods stores, and found some things, but looking for some more variety. There are also a number of online places, but I'm hoping for something local.Anyone know of any local markets? There is a shop at the Clarendon Metro Station that carries a wide assortment of British foods... from chocolates to sausages. Don't know exactly what you are looking for but it is a start. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monavano Posted February 16, 2006 Share Posted February 16, 2006 There is a British place in Old Town Alexandria. I keep meaning to try the "proper tea". http://pages.alexandriacity.com/food/teacosy.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hannah Posted February 16, 2006 Share Posted February 16, 2006 There is a shop at the Clarendon Metro Station that carries a wide assortment of British foods... from chocolates to sausages. Don't know exactly what you are looking for but it is a start. If you're looking for Hobnobs, digestives, various Cadbury's/other chocolates, etc., your best bet locally, on price and selection, is World Market. Wegman's has a smaller selection, but will at least have stuff like Hobnobs and Jacob's cream crackers on a regular basis, as well as Ty-phoo and PG Tips tea. As far as sausages or pies, the only place I can personally recommend is the British Pantry on Rt. 50 in Aldie, VA (http://www.thebritishpantry.us/) - they stock pork pies, Galtee bacon, and black and white pudding, all frozen. For mail order, the ShopEnglandOnline folks (http://store.shopenglandonline.com/) are reasonably priced and very helpful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbhasin Posted February 16, 2006 Share Posted February 16, 2006 The shop in Clarendon, at the corner of Wilson & Highland, next to Hard Times is called CLASSIC CIGARS & BRITISH GOODIES and does carry a good selection of tinned and frozen goods and candy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rvanrens Posted February 16, 2006 Share Posted February 16, 2006 The shop in Clarendon, at the corner of Wilson & Highland, next to Hard Times is called CLASSIC CIGARS & BRITISH GOODIES and does carry a good selection of tinned and frozen goods and candy. Strangely enough, there's the same place on Market Street in Frederick...better selection than the Clarendon one, which I am familiar with of old. Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sthitch Posted February 16, 2006 Share Posted February 16, 2006 The shop in Clarendon, at the corner of Wilson & Highland, next to Hard Times is called CLASSIC CIGARS & BRITISH GOODIES and does carry a good selection of tinned and frozen goods and candy. They generally have a selection of Walker's Crisps. Most are beyond the "sell by date" but I would happily eat a semi-stale Smokey Bacon Walker's Crisp any day over a fresh Lay's, Kettle, or any other American potato chip.I should also mention, the Roast Chicken also kick ass as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brr Posted February 16, 2006 Share Posted February 16, 2006 its not local but we use www.foodireland.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meaghan Posted February 16, 2006 Share Posted February 16, 2006 There is a shop at the Clarendon Metro Station that carries a wide assortment of British foods... from chocolates to sausages. Don't know exactly what you are looking for but it is a start. Everytime I go there, I'm floored by how many sandwich spreads Heinz makes that we never see. What's with that? What's with Brits and their hidden condiments? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonRocks Posted February 16, 2006 Share Posted February 16, 2006 Everytime I go there, I'm floored by how many sandwich spreads Heinz makes that we never see. What's with that? What's with Brits and their hidden condiments? Hey, the manufacturer of Vegemite is Kraft. Now here's a really cool food blog. Smiling, handing you a sandwich, Rocks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clayrae Posted February 16, 2006 Share Posted February 16, 2006 its been a while since ive been there, but i used to buy cans of mushy peas, McVities Digestives , and all of those weird cadbury chocolate creations at Rodmans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Escoffier Posted February 16, 2006 Share Posted February 16, 2006 There is a British place in Old Town Alexandria. I keep meaning to try the "proper tea".http://pages.alexandriacity.com/food/teacosy.htm The proprietor, Vivian is no longer there and the last time we were there, there were serious changes and not necessairly for the better. Haven't been back since. It may be better now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tweaked Posted February 16, 2006 Share Posted February 16, 2006 Everytime I go there, I'm floored by how many sandwich spreads Heinz makes that we never see. What's with that? What's with Brits and their hidden condiments? Given the reputation of British food, should it be surprising Another execellent British food shop, although sadly in NYC http://www.myersofkeswick.com/main.asp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcs Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 Apparently there is some selection at the 2011 Fancy Foods show, which runs through today, although some of the items are confusing the locals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldenticket Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 As far as sausages or pies, the only place I can personally recommend is the British Pantry on Rt. 50 in Aldie, VA (http://www.thebritishpantry.us/) - they stock pork pies, Galtee bacon, and black and white pudding, all frozen. The British Pantry (mentioned above) also has an Alexandria location on S. Columbus, a few doors down from Eamonn's/PX. I haven't been by in quite a while, but they have a fairly extensive (if pricey) selection, including digestives Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsDiPesto Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 I often see Digestives in Giant stores now, as most of their markets have a 3 foot wide "British Section". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tweaked Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 Rodman's also has British section in their international aisle. Not outstanding but you can get some basics - digestives, marmite, piccalilli, branston pickle, salad cream, a handful of canned items from heinz, candy, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rieux Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 Rodman's also has British section in their international aisle. Not outstanding but you can get some basics - digestives, marmite, piccalilli, branston pickle, salad cream, a handful of canned items from heinz, candy, etc. Rodman's also has HP sauce! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zoramargolis Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 Rodman's also has HP sauce! Don't forget Lyon's Syrup, Treacle, and Spotted Dick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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