Goods for Cooks — Local services in Bloomington

I'm here all the time. I'm sure they're tired of seeing my face. That being said, the staff at Goods for Cooks are always ready to offer helpful suggestions about what you're buying, what you're thinking about buying, what might be good to buy, general conversation, you name it! They are above all knowledgable and friendly.

Even if you're not buying anything, the knowledge about cooking utensils and methodology and general food or cooking suggestions of all nature is simply amazing.

This store has such variety, and is frequently rotating its stock to keep even its most frequent (me) visitors entertained and delighted. It is well organised, clean, and logical, which I certainly appreciate.

This shop is my guilty pleasure and it's extremely difficult to leave without being presented with something you do /need/ that you hadn't thought of before. This just goes to show that Goods for Cooks has everything you could need, and if they don't have it (highly unlikely) they are happy to track it down for you.

This shop, in my opinion, is a true gem for anyone interested in cooking, food, or home goods, or just a darn good present. If you go here and don't see a single thing you want to buy I would be shocked. I'm forever grateful to the fantastic staff that organize and maintain shelves, give recommendations, and keep a cheerful atmosphere in this locally...

The Goods for Cooks staff is unparalleled in their expertise, customer service, and friendliness. Their high-quality kitchenware, hard-to-find culinary goods, and unique gifts make this shop a favorite downtown Bloomington stop for our family. My experience today was a prime example what makes Goods for Cooks a local gem. They helped me pick out the perfect gift, wrapped it beautifully (a complimentary service), and offered up food samples while I waited. What more...

If you like to nerd out about the technology that goes into a product before you buy, this is the place for you! I needed a new frying pan, and ended up having a half hour conversation with the staff about heat conduction and durability before making a purchase. They stand by the products they sell, and I absolutely recommend shopping for cookware here over a big box store or online vendor - you won't be...