The Main Ingredient
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We still sometimes shop there since having moved away from Peterborough over 20 years ago. Great people & great selection.
The best store in Peterborough hands down! Ordering online and picking up couldn’t have been easier. The staff is always super friendly and knowledgeable. Thank you Ken for constantly providing us with what we need at the best price🙏🏼❤️
Excellent customer service! Ordered by email, paid over phone, drove up to their front door and a friendly staff member put the ingredients in the trunk of my car! Physical distancing at its best!!
Hours
| Monday | 10AM - 6PM |
| Tuesday | 10AM - 6PM |
| Wednesday | 10AM - 6PM |
| Thursday | 10AM - 6PM |
| Friday | 10AM - 6PM |
| Saturday | 9AM - 5PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The Main Ingredient is a charming shop with a bright, spacious layout. It is well known for its wide selection of spices and unique items like dried rose petals. Customers can enjoy amazing coffee and tea options while browsing. The friendly staff and carefully chosen kitchenware make it a beloved part of Peterborough, appreciated for its warm atmosphere and local products. Visitors often find high-quality food items including natural ingredients not found in supermarkets, such as organic milk, butter, free-range eggs, natural bee honey, and organic yogurts. The store also offers a variety of spices, tea flowers, flour, dry fruits, legumes, organic coconut oil, and high percentage cacao chocolate bars. Many customers recommend checking out this hidden gem, as it has become a favorite spot for fresh chicken eggs, duck eggs, milk, tea, and snacks. Some mention that prices can be high, but the store’s selection and quality make it worth a visit. Recently, guests have noted the place is cozy and welcoming with good prices. The staff is always friendly and helpful, often assisting customers in finding ingredients or gifts. The shop provides wholesome cooking needs, including pastas, chocolates, nutritional yeast, and veg based bouillon. It also offers an eco-friendly option to refill dish soap, laundry soap, and shampoo.