Cermak Produce

I bought Vita Malt here! The last time that I had one was at a bar in the outer islands around regatta time. Needless to say I was ‘wet right up’, haha. Oh the memories. So I was very excited to see this on the shelf. It was the classic formula too and the second I had a sip I was transported back to home.
Other than having cheap fresh produce and herbs, I like that they have a number of caribbean items. At one point I’m pretty sure I saw Quenepas… haven’t seen them in a long time though. When I’m making Bahamian or Cuban food-​this is where I go. I’ll admit I jumped ship when they first remodeled the place (it was a bit too gentrified for me… and sometimes I resist change just because) but I’ve come back around.
The shrimp ceviche is good; sometimes I feel like it’s better than others (but it’s never bad-​always enjoyable). They have some Boars Head products at the deli counter. The meat counter is hit or miss for me… whatever I buy there I cook or freeze immediately for optimal freshness. I would also get the house made chorizo over the pre packaged stuff in the cooler area-​personal preference. They’ve got organic products too so there’s something for everyone!

Boyfriend’s fridge was empty. Nothing but vacant shelving.
I can cook, but not out of thin, echoing air.
My kitchen boasts a pantry packed for apocalyptic disaster.
We may not be compatable. I want to fix it.
Thus, I am about to say something I will regret. Inevitably sending any sane, self-​respecting man into a shrieking, sobbing, begging, quivering trauma… Yes, Those, The three most horrifying words to lay on a man: «We Are Shopping.» (Cue heavy ominous drums).
Shopping. Oodles of fresh produce options, brand-​name pantry staples, fresh-​not-​frozen meat and $ 2 bottles of Fabuloso to fit any budget. With some half-@ssed wannabe Jackson Pollack splatter on the walls left over from the eighties? Wow. Prices left over from the eighties too. Bread half the price of Jewel. Whole nutmeg for $ 1. I managed to get a few kitchen tools thrown in the cart without protest.
Might I add, given my observations of the parking lot at my local Jewel? No dealing in the parking lot! Sweet mother of all that is holy I did something right in this life and have been delivered affordable groceries in a setting where I do not need to fear for my bodily safety or fear Boyfriend being killed by a coked-​up dealer. Wow.
We women will have to band together to find new torture and potential punishment methods. Boyfriend thinks shopping is amusing, cheap, practical now and even appreciates the finer accomplishments of Fabuloso. My work is never done.