AFFORDABLE ORGANIC GROCERIES, WITH A TASTE OF THE EXOTIC

When we heard about organic grocery store ‘Down to Earth Organic’, we assumed it would be overpriced and unaffordable – so we were pleasantly surprised to step inside and catch sight of the affordable price tags.  Based in Jumeirah 1, the store tempted us inside with the warming nutty smell of spices, whilst the light and spacious interior was just as welcoming.

If you’re looking for flour (from 2.75 AED for 500 grams) the store has plenty to choose from, including maize, wheat, buckwheat and barley.  The spice selection is vast – if you fancy trying your hand at Indian or Pakistani cooking, make sure you browse the shelf of ready-prepared spice mixes, including the famous Peshwari Karhai from Pakistan and Bombay Biryani from India (6 – 12 AED per box).  For those that prefer to keep it simple, individual boxes of spices are available in powdered, whole, and dehydrated form.

Although they carry a selection of typical lentils in green, brown and yellow (6 – 8 AED for 500 grams), we also spotted lesser-known varieties on the shelves, such as ‘Arhar’ and ‘Urad’. Typically used in the Sub-Continent, these lentils are definitely worth a taste.

However, it was the cookies, available in a range of exotic flavours, that really caught our eye.  The staff were more than happy to let us sample the different flavours available (all popular in India and Pakistan), including Spiced Cumin, Semolina, Nut, Onion, Garlic and Ginger (12 AED per box). They were unique, crumbly and very tasty.

The groceries have been imported from India and are free of chemicals, pesticides and fertilizers.  You can also order items online and have them delivered straight to your doorstep.

We’re pleased to see that the expensive organic food myth has finally been broken!

 
Down to Earth Organic
Tel:800-6742642
http://www.downtoearthorganic.ae

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