Hello Sandy, I hadn't heard of Spices Etc., but did check it out after your post. I'm always looking for sources for spices. I am fairly addicted to vindaloo (with serranos for a little more kick). The best source for spices I have found in the US is: Spice Of Life: http://www.exoticspices.com/spicesite/index.html I was particularly impressed by the service. If they don't list something that you want, just ask and they will track it down for you ( at least this was my experience, they found fresh curry leaves and kafir lime leaves for me). In my never to be humble opinion they are the best. If anyone else out there has any other sources, please let me know, and if anyone would like a vindaloo or naan recipe using Jim C's Smoked Habanero powder give a shout, but not too loud the kiddies are napping. Jeannie Nelson Sandy Olson wrote: > Hello CHers..... > Is anyone familiar with Spices, Etc. located in Charlottesville, VA? > Their website is loaded with information about all kinds of > spices including recipes for spice blends including those with chile. > Thought it was interesting enough to pass on. Usual disclaimers; I've never > dealt with them before. They have some items I've never seen in stores or > other catalogs such as dried wine powders for when you don't have a bottle > around to dump in the sauce...or can think of another use for it! > > www.spicesetc.com > > SandyO > CH #1146, of the moderate persuasion but getting > a bit better ;-)