Specialty food shops in South Portland

Specialty food shops sell foods that are harder to find in a regular grocery store, often made in small batches. People visit them for fresh pasta, prepared sauces, desserts and sometimes supplements or bulk orders for an event. Many also offer catering or wholesale, which can be useful for a party or a restaurant buying in quantity. Before you go, call ahead to ask what is made fresh that day and whether they take special orders for holidays, since popular items like filled pasta can sell out. If you need catering or a large quantity, ask about lead time and pickup or delivery options, and book at least several days in advance when you can. For supplements, ask staff about ingredients and whether a product suits your needs before buying.