Mahabub Spice House, Parbatipur

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I am participating in this contest, "SLC29-W4" // "The Gastronomic Shopping Route" - Spice and Condiment Shop. Special thanks to @dasudi for organizing such a wonderful contest.

Mahabub Spice House

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✓ Store name, location and opening hours.

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This shop is called Mahabub Spice House. It is located in the old market of our Parbatipur city. On market days, the shop stays open from 12 PM to 10 PM.

Location of the spice shop

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✓ Provide details about the products, quality, and price.

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This shop has all the spices needed for a family. All spices are available at affordable prices. Below is a list of some of the spices and their prices.

	Small Cardamom
	Small Cardamom
	Panch Phoron
	Cinnamon
	Coriander
	Black Cardamom
	Cloves

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Spice Price List (per 100g)

Spice Name	Price (BDT)	Price (STEEM)
Small Cardamom	250	31.81
Panch Phoron	100	12.72
Cinnamon	90	11.45
Coriander	60	7.63
Black Cardamom	400	50.89
Cloves	120	15.27
Cumin	100	12.72
Chili Powder	100	12.72
Turmeric Powder	80	10.18
Black Pepper	150	19.08
Bay Leaf	60	7.63
Black Cumin	80	10.18

1 STEEM = 7.86 BDT

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✓ Payment methods.

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Since this is a small spice shop, only cash payments are accepted. No mobile banking or card payments are available here.

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✓ Other points that you believe are relevant to mention.

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There are many spice shops in this market, but prices vary a little. Mahabub Spice House offers spices at the lowest prices and is very honest in measurement. The owner has been running this shop for many years, and all the spices are clean and well-kept, which attracts many customers. There is also parking space and proper lighting, making shopping convenient. Overall, the shop leaves a very positive impression.

	Weighing scale

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✓ Details about its structure, environment, service, among others.

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The shop has a clean and organized environment. Each spice has its own labeled section, and the owner measures them carefully before handing them to customers. All spices are displayed neatly and are well-maintained, ensuring hygiene and orderliness. The shop looks inviting and customers can easily pick the spices they need.

	Cumin
	Chili Powder
	Turmeric Powder

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✓ On a scale of 1 to 5, how would you rate the variety of spices and seasonings offered by this store? Please provide details in your answer.

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I would rate this shop a 3 out of 5 for variety. If the shop could expand, offer more types of high-quality spices, and arrange a wider selection, I would have rated it higher. Adding ground coriander, ground cumin, dried chilies, and other spice powders would benefit bachelor customers.

	Black Pepper
	Cinnamon

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✓ What is the spice or seasoning that is always in your pantry?

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I always keep various spices in my pantry. Without them, no cooking feels complete. They add flavor, color, aroma, and richness to food. Everyday essential spices include oil, ghee, garam masala, ginger-garlic paste, ground coriander, cumin, turmeric, chili powder, salt, and more.

	Black Cumin

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✓ What do you consider to be the spice or condiment that defines the gastronomy of your country or city?

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The taste and identity of food in every city or country largely depend on special spices or a mix of spices from that region. These spices not only add flavor and aroma but also represent tradition, culture, and eating habits. The local spices define the culinary profile and reflect heritage and nutritional values. Spices like cumin, turmeric, ginger, coriander, and chili make the food flavorful, aromatic, and culturally unique.

	Bay Leaf

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