Comments on: Penzeys Spices in Arlington

By: Stephenie

Stephenie — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 23:35:58 +0000

I recently found Penzeys here in Jacksonville, Florida. I passed their storefront and thought, “How can a store that only sells spices stay in business, especially in this economy?” But one stroll around the store later, I am addicted! I’ve already spent $150 in the store getting all the basics (vanilla, almond, garlic, onion, cocoa, cilantro, italian herbs…) If I also bought everything else I want (ancho peppers, chervil, sweet curry), I’d spend another $300. I don’t have a big enough kitchen!

The intense flavors beat grocery store offerings hands-down. I never even knew toasted onion powder existed! I just made some white rice and spruced it up with salt, butter, garlic and the toasted onion… I don’t think I need another food group ever again!!

I weep for the wasted years without Penzeys in my pantry! I am dying to try their Northwoods and Southwest Seasonings, but I fear I’ll be divorced if I step foot in their store again before the holidays are over… *sigh*

By: Carolyn

Carolyn — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 06:33:43 +0000

I made my first Penzy’s order just a few weeks ago (no store close to my house), and needless to say… I’m in LOVE! Their fajita seasoning is out of this world, and my family is really enjoying the taco seasoning as well. Happy spicing!

By: Elysabeth

Elysabeth — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 20:57:42 +0000

When my husband and I moved to Arlington, my mom helped us move in. she nearly laid an egg when she saw there was a Penzey’s nearby. They’re based in WI, where I am from and it just tickled her to no end that we would be close to a part of WI life/culture. We go every now and again, just to stick our noses in the spice containers.

By: Singleserving

Singleserving — Sun, 21 Jun 2009 18:26:57 +0000

GREAT JOB! I’m not really a fan of cats, but your cat in the first pic is just way too cute for words! ♥

By: Bren

Bren — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 15:35:14 +0000

girl we need a spice store like this in Atlanta… i love your trove! great finds. i would definitely would have walked out with CUMIN!!!! yes!

By: Slow-1

Slow-1 — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 01:07:52 +0000

Wow, wish I had a Penzeys Spices near me (Centennial Colorado) I’m googling now to see if any are near . Prolly not though…

By: Ashley H

Ashley H — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 01:01:12 +0000

I was SHOCKED at how cheap bay leaves are at Penzeys. Seriously, the huge bag was MUCH cheaper than any of the itsy options at our local Whole Foods. My boyfriend has been all about the star anise.

By: Fuji Mama

Fuji Mama — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 22:17:25 +0000

I am a Penzey’s die hard! I used to live in Memphis where I had one that was only 10 minutes away and it was heaven. Now I don’t have one near by, but I’ve gotten my mother hooked as well, so a few times a year we do a joint bulk order to stock up on stuff. Some of my faves? Zatar, Szechuan pepper salt, fleur de sel, and their curry powders (especially their hot and their mild–I have yet to find another brand that equals the depth of flavor)!

By: Brianna

Brianna — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 20:49:07 +0000

Aww, I have a cat who looked exactly the same as a kitten! I love incorporating him into my food pics A friend of mine once sent me some Penzey’s spices in Japan. Some familiar flavors were the perfect cure for homesickness. I’m glad I came across your blog!

By: Candy

Candy — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 20:13:45 +0000

I love your photos with the kitty! I wish my kittys were so photogenic, unfortunately they’re old and grumpy most of the time