Felipe’s Market

Great produce market. Craving some fruits, but it is still way too early for the summer variety. Found a nice pineapple, pears, kiwis and strawberries. There were different types of eggplant and squash, some other veggies were even organic. There are other international foods that would be fun to explore, their chocolate selection is pretty nice as well.

You will find great value for veggies & fruits there if you knew what’s freshness. Over years I always pick up fresh veggies and fruits from farmer’s market or different Asian markets, so this is another great place for me to Enhance my experiences & pick-up skills. It’s like a farmer’s market always there, not just on weekends!

A lot of produce both inside and out, including tomatillo, manzano and chilaca peppers, Daikon, napa cabbage, great variety of fresh herbs (cilantro, tarragon, dill, mint, parsley, rosemary, thyme etc.) bananas, guavas, pomegranate, kale, carrots, grapes etc. It could be a one stop shop, if you're cooking American, Asian, Mexican, Russian/Ukrainian, etc but maybe not Indian/Pakistani since Apna Bazaar is right next door. The problem is that it can be a 1-5 star on any given day (which you could say the same about Whole Foods, La Plaza, Nijiya, Safeway, Draegers, Andronicos, Lucky's, Mollie Stone's etc.). For example, today the tomatillo were decent but manzanos were mushy, chilaca tips dry, herbs were wilty, potatoes okay, bell peppers soft wrinkly, Daikon good, blackberries white fuzzy mold, Digestive biscuits expiring next month ($1 off), grass fed whole milk fresh with good expiry dates and so on. Another day, they may have the best parsnips, horseradish, shallots, turmeric, all things hard to find fresh in this area. If you live nearby, give it a try, maybe there is something for you. Given that we live much closer to aforementioned stores, we generally don't make a trip here unless we are already in the area, grabbing a bite from nearby Madras Cafe and have the extra time. For those who enjoy cured salted smoked fish and meat, they have a good selection. The freezer section is full of pelmeni, medovik, and other eastern European goodies. They also carry German and Italian honeys, and lots of snacks. Just make sure to check the dates, depending on the turnover they may be expiring soon.

You will find the fresh vegetables fruits but in very reasonable prices. Also you will find other groceries. This complex has very big parking place.

I love this market!! It's small and always packed. Their produce is inexpensive!! They have a variety of cheeses, crackers, meats, organic milk, eggs, Italian pasta, sauces, flours, olive oils, honey, teas, coffee, baked goods, breads, labne, kefir, and nuts. It's a family owned business. Workers are very kind and helpful.