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A small neighbourhood store with a big love for Indian home cooking.

A bright grocery aisle stocked with packaged goods
Who we are

Built around the home cook

Spice Basket started with a simple idea: Windsor-Essex home cooks shouldn't have to drive across town to find the right dal, the right atta, or spices that actually smell fresh.

So we keep our shelves focused on what people cook every day โ€” fragrant basmati, whole and ground spices, soft atta, fresh paneer, seasonal produce, and the snacks that make chai time better.

We're a small store, and we like it that way. If you can't find something, ask โ€” if it's an ingredient our customers cook with, we'll do our best to stock it.

What we stand for

Three promises, every visit

Freshness first

Spices and produce are restocked often, so flavours stay bright and colours stay vivid.

Every kitchen welcome

Vegetarian staples, no-onion-no-garlic friendly picks, and Jain-friendly options โ€” clearly flagged, never an afterthought.

Honest prices

Fair everyday prices and a fresh set of weekly specials โ€” no surprises at the till.

How ordering works

Browse online, send an inquiry

Fill your basket right here on the website, then send an order inquiry with your name and preferred pickup day. The store confirms availability and your final total โ€” no payment is taken online.

Prefer to browse in person? Come wander the aisles โ€” the spice section alone is worth the trip.

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Fresh okra and eggplant at a produce display

Come taste the difference

Browse the shop online or plan a visit โ€” the kettle's always on for a chat about dinner.