Dried figs dipped in chocolate, olive oil and balsamic vinegar bars, Greek yogurt that is actually from Greece … all in one Dupont Circle shop.

House-made hummus, six different kinds of feta, olives in bulk, smoky baba ghanoush, jars of fig marmalade … what more do you want in this world?

Cleveland Park’s Vace Italian Deli is like little piece of Europe in D.C.

The D.C. area as a variety of Asian markets, but Thai Market in Silver Spring is as authentic as it gets.

D.C. may be lacking in Filipino restaurants, but in places like Beltsville’s Manila Mart, the ethnic cuisine is bountiful.

A Ethiopian spot that serves a dual purpose: grocery and supply-chain for Ethiopia’s unique, spicy cuisine and popular neighborhood restaurant.

An understated, overstuffed treasure trove of (mostly) Japanese provisions.