Savory Spice Shop, Encinitas

Dotting the country like sunflower seeds on a bagel, each locally owned Savory Spice Shop ensures that its shipments of herbs and spices are ground fresh, in small batches, each week so customers aren't in danger of buying a jar that's more dust than parsley. The store's gallery of seasonings encompasses the familiar and the exotic, and make it a one-stop shop for all seasoning needs. An A to Z selection of organic spices and herbs is available, while other shelves display fine and coarse salts from around the world for seasoning soup or de-icing parking lots of upscale restaurants.

Additionally, Savory Spice Shop sells racks to display spices and Spice Girls records. And to further engage visitors, the shop also organizes classes, chef demonstrations, and pairings that highlight local foods.