Ofosua's African Supermarket is our one and only African Supermarket featured in our first volume of Diversify Your Local, though African options are slim in Leeds Ofosua's has it all! This small gem found on Beeston Road has a wonderful array of all things Ghanian and Caribbean. Not only is there a wide selection of fresh produce, there is a diverse selection of unique spices and cooking pastes to make the perfect curry at home. There is also fresh food served on-site, why not get...
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Tucked away in the heart of Holbeck is the wonderful Turkish gem Venus Supermarket. Upon entering you are instantly greeted with the wonderful sweet smells of mint and figs, and Turkish decorations with colourful lanterns lining each aisle. Their deli section is one of the best in Leeds, serving a range of savoury deli items from olives, roasted vegetables, orzo salads, and don't forget to check out their sweet bakery goods. With rows of baklavas, fruit dipped bread whirls...
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In this first edition of Diversify Your Local we have 2 recipes to help you to diversify your home cooking! The wonderful friendly people at Nong Fern Thai Supermarket have offered up their secrets and tips to make a delicious and authentic easy Pad Thai using products found in Nong Fern Supermarket. The second recipe is a rich and flavoursome Madras chicken curry courtesy of Abu Bakr. Keep an eye out on our blogs and mailing list for more recipes each month!
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