Mexican Grocer - Halifax area

[Centralcan]

Hi, I'm new to Halifax and was wondering if anyone knew of a Mexican Grocery store, or a store selling a good selection of Mexican items in the Halifax area? In particular I am looking for corn tortillas and Valentina Hot Sauce. I have seen very small bottles of Valentina sauce at Pete's however they are extremely expensive (we paid less for a 1L bottle in Edmonton than for the small bottle (250ml I think) that they were selling there). Thanks!

[tempest in a teapot]

A family (I believe they're Guatemalan, though I can't say why) sells corn tortillas, pico de gallo, tamales and other specialties at the Seaport Farmers' Market.

[Centralcan]

Is that El Gallo Mexican Cuisine, or is there another vendor? We did see the Mexican place but it was ridiculously priced, although from reading other posts on here, maybe I need to adjust to prices in Halifax :(

[CanadaGirl]

Many food items are more expensive here than elsewhere. It can be disappointing.

[chilibeanpaste]

It's called freight.

[CanadaGirl]

Sometimes. But some of it has to do with less competition, some of it regulations. For example, milk is SO expensive in NS. And some imported stuff that is cheaper in Ontario probably passed through or by us on the way there :(

[CanadaGirl]

There is a place on the corner of North and Agricola called Cafe Aroma Latino. It's a restaurant, but they have some groceries.

[Centralcan]

Thanks...will check that out!

[froddard]

Cafe Aroma Latino isn't huge, but I'd agree that they might be your best bet.. They have corn tortillas and tamal in their freezer, and have a good pantry supply of dried peppers, spices and bottled salsas.