Where can I buy Cuban Oregano / Indian Borage / French Thyme?

[happygreengirl]

I'm having a hell of a time finding Cuban Oregano (aka Indian Borage, French Thyme, Mexican Mint... http://www.saveur.com/article/Kitchen/saveur-100-cuban-oregano and http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coleus_a... ... NOT the same as plain old oregano or thyme). This is NYC, though, so I feel like someone, somewhere, in one of the boroughs, must sell the stuff! I know I can substitute other herbs for similar flavor, but I want to try the real thing.

Anyone have any leads? Willing to travel to other boroughs. Thanks!!!

[njmarshall55]

I buy most, if not all, of my spices and herbs at either Penzey's or Kalustyan's. If they don't have it, it probably can't be had.

[alkonost]

+1 for kalustyan, it's my go-to place for every unusual or exotic pantry ingredient I need. They have never let me down.

[happygreengirl]

I'd love to find fresh, but since it's the middle of winter, I checked Kalustyan's and sure enough, they had it! Thanks for reminding me of that place, I'd forgotten about it. What a fabulous store... :) Now I just have to wait til spring for the fresh variety. Thanks again all!!!

[kathryn]

I assume you want fresh? And not dried?

Try Stokes Farm, but they're only at the Greenmarkets April through December.

[princeofpork3]

Try Grand Central Station, the Market Place. There is a huge spice table there.