Grocery Stores

Groceries in Al Ain

There are many unusual fruits available. One called a durian, looks like a large spiked helmet. They say it smells like hell but tastes like heaven. I haven't found anyone willing to split one with me. I've only found them whole in the supermarkets and they are way too big for one person.

Another large fruit is the jackfruit. I have not had a chance to try either one. I can't imagine the size of the trees.

I took the opportunity to place my apples next to a solitary durian fruit. There are normally only a few for sale. Once I find someone to split one with me, I'll let you know how it tastes.

The picture is fuzzy but you can see the size of the jackfruit.

An entire section is dedicated to rice. Most of it is
Basmati from different countries. I prefer Jasmine and there are a couple of bags tucked away at the end. 

 You want a big bag? How about 20 KG.

You can buy fresh milk in the refrigerated section or package milk on the shelves. When we lived in England that was also an option.

 Canned milk on the shelves.

 Beans and banana flowers at the fresh produce section. Not sure how to eat the banana flowers.

Beans (plus a very long bean), gooseberries, and sugar cane.

 I'm not sure how to cook or eat these.

The pepper aisle.