European Flavors — Local services in Brandon

We found this lovely little store by accident, by visiting another business in the same plaza. I intended to just browse, but we left with a full basket of goodies. If you like Milka brand chocolates, they have a great selection, including a couple of flavors I haven’t found elsewhere! Same for the Kinder sweets, and the prices for both brands are quite a value compared to other specialty places in the Tampa area. We also got some other random assorted treats and spice mixes, as well as an amazing Forest Berry syrup, which I’m enjoying in my coffee right now. :) They had quite a few flavors of the bottled syrup and for only $6/bottle they’re an amazing deal. I’ll definitely be back to get some of the currant syrup next time! They also have a small frozen section with the biggest selection of pierogis and blintzes I’ve seen locally! We picked up the raspberry + cheese blintzes to try but they all looked great. We didn’t purchase from the deli this time, but we will on our next visit. Definitely recommend for Polish and European treats and pantry staples. Stores like these are a delight to just walk through and try...

Wonderful selection of Eastern and Central European items. You will find everything here from grains like millet and barley, flour, spices, sweets, sauces and syrups, frozen pierogi, fresh lunch meats and sausages, farmers cheese to personal hygiene items. Make sure to take your time and really look through the shelves, there are some amazing things in stock every time I stop by. My favorites are cucumbers in brine, smoked mackerel, all the herbal teas and farmers cheese. I also love trying new things that are normally not available in American grocery stores. Everything is fresh and tastes amazing, I haven't had one bad experience. I definitely love having this store in town - it's a true gem and I recommend it...

Hiding In Plain Sight

I stumbled upon this store with my wife. As I am of Polish decent I was elated that there was a Polish store near Tampa. With such a Spanish influence I did not think it was possible to have a European/ Polish store in the area. Boy was I in for a pleasant surprise.

The store is clean and well-kept. It hosts a variety of Polish inspired food and desserts that remind me of Europe or the Northern states.

*UPDATE I was back in the the the store today and can confirm that they have gotten the Polish donuts or "paczki" at the baked goods section. According to the owner, the freshest day for the baked goods is on Tuesday, so stop on in and order one. You will not be...