Kim’s Thai Food Store

Kim’s is a delightful little supermarket just two minutes away from Piccadilly Gardens. Despite its central location the shop is always tranquil and quiet and offers a nice sanctuary from the busy city centre streets.
As you descend the stairs down to the shop floor you are met by some of the aromas of Thailand; fresh lemongrass, sweet basil and banana skins. One half of the store displays fresh fruit and vegetables (including Thai chillies, baby aubergine and fresh lime leaves), the other half has Thai dried goods (rice, noodles, teas) and groceries (cosmetics, canned goods, drinks). Rates are a little more pricey than some other Asian supermarkets in town but Kim’s stocks only Thai food and products and has a wider selection of fresh foods than I’ve seen elsewhere. Some things are far, far cheaper than if you went looking in a big brand UK supermarket like Tesco’s or Sainsbury’s; for example Thai curry paste would easily set you back five or six pounds in one of these shops, but a huge tub in Kim’s is only a couple of quid.
Definitely worth a look even if you’re just browsing, Kim’s is another of those hidden treasures in Manchester that you won’t find unless you’re looking for it.