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sundayegirl Sep 18, 2012 09:48 AM

ordering spices

I just got into ordering spices instead of using all grocery store spices. For those who are veterans out there in ordering spices what and where are some of your favorite spices to order..For example, for me I like to get aleppo pepper, basic herbs like basil and oregano, and 4s seasoned salt from Penzeys, smoked tellicherry, applewood salt, and truffle salt from Spice and Tea Exchange, and Back of the Yard garlic pepper from the Spice House.

  1. boyzoma Jan 14, 2013 10:55 AM

    We are so very lucky. They just opened a Penzey's about 2 miles from my house! I love that place! And the cost is so much less than the stupid markets!

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      ButterYum Jan 14, 2013 09:48 AM

      Penzey's, but they charge a lot for shipping so I usually place a large order with a couple friends.

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        iluvcookies Jan 14, 2013 09:52 AM

        Penzey's now has free shipping on orders over $30

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        beachmouse Sep 18, 2012 12:52 PM

        Be sure to get on Penzey's paper catalog mailing list because they'll frequently have coupons for free small jars of new or heavily promoted products with other purchase. And get on Spice House's e-mail list because that's how you hear about the free shipping promotions they'll have a few times a year. (Important because their shipping charges seem to run twice what Penzey's charges.)

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          sundayegirl Sep 18, 2012 01:24 PM

          Great tips!! Thanks!!

        2. jpr54_1 Sep 18, 2012 09:49 AM

          I order from both Penzy's and www.savoryspice.com u can order sample sizes from both
          savory spice though doesn't pkg sample sizes in glass jars
          Sometimes I also order from http://kalustyans.com/ they have all sorts of good things-evvoo,grains,mustard,olives,vinegar, etc

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            sundayegirl Sep 18, 2012 11:13 AM

            Savory spice has great prices! I think I'm going to have to try some things from there!

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              jpr54_1 Sep 18, 2012 01:41 PM

              savory spice shop also give packet of spice of the week

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                sundayegirl Sep 19, 2012 08:44 AM

                Awesome! Is that like a freebie with your order, or is it like an occasional promotion deal?

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                  jpr54_1 Sep 19, 2012 09:56 AM

                  it has been with each order

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                    sundayegirl Sep 20, 2012 06:51 AM

                    how exciting! I admit that when I shop with penzeys one of the most exciting parts is wondering what the freebie will be. Unfortunately, that's how I end up with 3 or 4 sandwich sprinkles. I think I'm about to place my first order. I've been eyeing rhe roasted garlic and honey powder.

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