Nestled in a row of small shops on the ground floor of Chestnut Hill’s BentoLiving, Suraj Spices & Teas offers a friendly visit to lands near and far. The 160-square-foot storefront is packed with glass canisters of spices, teas and pantry items to get you cooking and sipping something new. You can buy as much or as little as you like, which is particularly handy for spices. Wouldn’t it be nice to toss that 10-year-old canister of celery seed from the grocery store and get a fresh tablespoon for the one recipe you use it for (potato salad)? Suraj offers a fine selection of teas and tisanes, and the owner is always game to offer recommendations and tell you a bit about the origins of her rarer varieties. You can also buy meal kits that include the legumes and spices for your next meal, like mixed dal fry and rajma. Give it a try.

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