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Gourmet Goods in Alexandria

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Alexandria has a thriving gourmet scene for those who love to cook, and those who want to learn. The freshest ingredients can be found at the city’s farmers markets, made even better with spices from the Spice & Tea Exchange. Del Ray’s Cheesetique is nationally renowned for its vast selection of cheese, while Planet Wine and Wine Gallery 108 offer wide-spanning vino options.

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Cheesetique

Cheesetique is proud to feature over three hundred cheeses from around the world, ranging from traditional favorites to hand-made artisan...
2411 Mount Vernon Avenue Alexandria, Virginia
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Cookie Love Company

Cookie Love Company is a full-service cookie business specializing in cookie tables for weddings, celebrations, and special events, as well...
Throughout Alexandria, Virginia
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Dolci Gelati

Old Town Dolci Gelati Café specializes in artisanal small batch gelato along with locally roasted coffee and espresso, hot cider,...
107 N. Fairfax Street Alexandria, Virginia
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Georgetown Olive Oil Co.

Georgetown Olive Oil Company is a place where love for healthy food and lifestyle is formed. Our empowered staff provides...
1314 King Street Alexandria, Virginia
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Kilwins

A confectionery since 1947, Kilwins has been a celebrated part of Americana, having earned a reputation for providing high quality...
212 King Street Alexandria, Virginia
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King Arthur Baking Company

King Arthur Baking Store & School is a place for bakers of all skill levels to find inspiration, learn new...
617 King Street Alexandria, Virginia
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Maribeth’s Bakery/MB Bakery on the Go

MB Bakery on the Go is a division of Maribeth’s Bakery that offers delivery or curbside pick-up of hand made...
3103 Colvin Street Alexandria, Virginia
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Planet Wine

Planet Wine is a down-to-earth neighborhood wine shop with sky’s-the-limit ambition, right in the heart of Alexandria’s Del Ray neighborhood.
2004 Mount Vernon Avenue Alexandria, Virginia
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A group of young adults sit and stand outside The Dairy Godmother, an ice cream shop with large windows, eating frozen treats and talking together on a sunny day. Small American flags decorate the sidewalk.

The Dairy Godmother and Just Fine Donuts

Real Wisconsin-style frozen custard, sorbets, cookies, cobblers, homemade marshmallows. Declared a “dessert destination” by the Washington Post!...
2310 Mount Vernon Avenue Alexandria, Virginia
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The Spice & Tea Exchange of Alexandria

The Spice & Tea Exchange is a wonderland of exotic, hand-selected spices, sugars, salts, seasonings, gourmet teas and accessories not...
320 King Street Suite 112 Gadsby's Arcade Alexandria, Virginia
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Wegmans

Helping you live a healthier, better life through food. Our commitment to you is simple: Every day you get our...
150 Stovall Street Alexandria, Virginia
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Wine Gallery 108

Wine Gallery 108 is a boutique Wine & Gift Shop in Old Town Alexandria offering a carefully curated selection of...
108 N. Saint Asaph Street Alexandria, Virginia
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Kid Stores in Alexandria

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Vintage and Consignment Shops in Alexandria, VA

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