177407 Wed Apr 05 21:27:00 -0700 2006 12 14 Washington DC & Baltimore Area 0 954662 Hi. Hope that candy constitutes chow. Hoping to buy some candy to thank a South African friend. Things like wine gum, Flakes, and Cadbury's chocolate. Where in the DC area can I buy this stuff? Is there a British tea shop or something around? I'm in Arlington, but can travel if necessary. (I do recall a shop in Annapolis but that's a little far.) Thanks. Wed Apr 05 21:27:00 -0700 2006 0 Lori 1 954665 There's a shop called the "British Pantry & Cafe" in Aldie, VA, right on Route 50 before Gilbert's Corner. It's a bit out of the way, but I'd start there, at least with a phone call. Wed Apr 05 22:23:11 -0700 2006 954662 0 Meg 1 954666 There is a british goods store (also sells cigars, which I think is more prominent on the signage) in Arlington on Wilson Blvd next to Hard Times Cafe. They have a large selection of candy and crisps as well as some grocery items. Wed Apr 05 22:58:12 -0700 2006 954662 0 mln221 2 954667 Its called Classic Cigars & British Goodies. Its on Wilson Blvd next to Hard Times just steps from the Clarendon metro. There is also the Tea Cosy on Royal St in Old Town Alexandria which is a tea room with a little store in the back selling what you are seeking plus Vivian's fresh baked scones. Wed Apr 05 23:04:33 -0700 2006 954666 0 tommy 3 954679 No Callard & Bowser's Licorice Toffees at these locations, though. Damn the luck. Thu Apr 06 08:49:59 -0700 2006 954667 0 flavrmeistr 1 954670 various Rodman's locations Wed Apr 05 23:48:48 -0700 2006 954662 0 chris f 1 954678 I second Rodman's. The Wisconsin Avenue store is just a few blocks south of the Friendship Heights Metro Station on the Red line. Thu Apr 06 08:49:32 -0700 2006 954662 0 Lisa H 2 954684 I find Rodman's (the 2 MD locations too) have cheaper prices for British (and other European) food products than the small British speciality stores you'll find in the suburbs. Rodman's bargains with international suppliers for good prices, in bulk. Rodman's has good wine selections too... Thu Apr 06 09:42:09 -0700 2006 954678 0 Sal Monella 1 954687 World Market has an assortment of British candies, too. Their prices tend to be reasonable. I believe there's a World Market in Bailey's Crossroads in the same plaza as the big Giant. Thu Apr 06 10:01:10 -0700 2006 954662 0 PollyG 2 954691 There's also World Markets in Milestone Center in N Germantown, and on Rockville Pike near Silver Diner. Thu Apr 06 11:14:45 -0700 2006 954687 0 Sal Monella 3 954703 And there's one out in western Sterling near Dulles Town Center, but the OP is in Arlington. Thu Apr 06 12:55:32 -0700 2006 954691 0 PollyG 1 954722 Forgot about Callard & Bowser's Licorice Toffees! Many thanks for all the suggestions. -Lori Thu Apr 06 16:41:22 -0700 2006 954662 0 Lori 1 954753 Strangely, there is a chocolate store right inside one of the main entrances of Landmark Mall in Alexandria (right off of 395 at Duke Street) that specializes in hand made favors for weddings, bridal and baby showers, etc. They also have a huge assortment of Cadbury chocolates. I always stop there for a treat of Malteasers! YUM! I don't know the name of the shop, but it is right next to the American Grille rstaurant and the hair salon inside the entrance that faces Duke street across from the BJ's Wholesale club. Hope this helps. Fri Apr 07 10:35:36 -0700 2006 954662 0 DC Gal