s SHOPPING Azul Coast International Food Market
WHERE IS IT? WEST side of West Avenue, between 2nd and 3rd Streets. WHY SHOULD I GO? IF YOU’RE looking for things that you don’t normally find at the supermarket, then Azul Coast is the place for you. Azul Coast is an international market with Mexican, Italian, Asian and Brazilian items and ingredients. The shelves at Azul Coast are lined with fresh and bagged chilies, authentic piñatas, Mexican candy, as well as fresh bread, produce and groceries from around the world. There’s also a fine selection of Mexican gift items, crafts and souvenirs. Try the organic Mexican blend coffee, it’s rich and robust. Tired of bland salsa? Azul Coast carries homemade salsa and guacamole too. ANYTHING ELSE I NEED TO KNOW? AZUL Coast also has wireless internet access so you can sip your coffee and check your email while sitting on the porch. They’re open seven days, year round. Look for their new line of organic items in 2010.
214 West Avenue, Ocean City (609) 398-4526 136
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The Flying Carp Gift Gallery
The Flying Carp Clothing Gallery
Fralinger’s Salt Water Taffy
WHERE IS IT? ON ASBURY Avenue, east side, mid-block, between 9th and 10th.
WHERE IS IT? DOWNTOWN on Asbury Avenue between 7th and 8th.
WHERE IS IT? ON THE Boardwalk at 11th Street. Look for the red awning.
WHY SHOULD I GO? ENJOYING its third season at its new location at 939 Asbury Avenue, The Flying Carp Gift Gallery continues to bring a special blend of handcrafted jewelry, cards, and gifts to Ocean City. The Flying Carp Gift Gallery appeals to visitors searching for good design, craftsmanship, and originality. There is always something new and different to discover, so come see what’s new.
WHY SHOULD I GO? THE Flying Carp Clothing Gallery is a favorite destination for women who demand comfort, quality, timeless design, and lots of imagination. The store atmosphere is relaxed. Customers are encouraged to feel confident and to express their personal style, whether simple and elegant or bold and dramatic.
ANYTHING ELSE I NEED TO KNOW? OPEN year-round. New items arrive daily.
ANYTHING ELSE ? THE Flying Carp is open year round, seven days a week, except for a short reprieve in February.
SOME STORE HIGHLIGHTS FOR over 20 years, the Carp has featured an ever-changing array of treasures for the home, body, and spirit. Recent highlights include Papyrus cards, Jane Diaz and Dana Kellin jewelry, Votivo candles, Biggs and Featherbelle bath products, as well as Maruca and Bungalow 360 bags and a whole lot more.
939 Asbury Avenue, Ocean City (609) 464-2608 q theflyingcarp.com
WHY SHOULD I GO? AS A small family business, Fralinger’s is proud to continue the candy making excellence began by the James and Fralinger families many years ago. They still make their candy the old-fashioned way, using the finest ingredients and adhering to strict quality standards. The folks at Fralinger’s think their candy confections are among the world’s best. But don’t take their word for it, try some for yourself - your complete satisfaction is guaranteed. Fralinger’s offers a wide variety of deluxe confections and salt water taffy including macaroons, fudge, mints, keepsake candy tins, chocolates, old-time specialties, gift baskets, gift towers, nuts, sugar-free candy, filled centers, peanut butter chews, toffee and more. Fralinger’s also offers corporate gifts for clients, employees, vendors and business associates.
STORE HIGHLIGHTS AN EXTRAORDINARY collection featuring Bryn Walker, Gerties, Babette, Blanque, Amy Brill, Eileen Fisher, Pat Farley, Ivan Grundahl, Hobo, Kedem Sasson, Noblu, Oska, Planet, Xiao, and more.
ANYTHING ELSE I NEED TO KNOW? ORDER toll free at (800) 441-1404. Or online at www.fralingers.com. James’ and Fralinger’s stores are all across Cape May and Atlantic Counties from Atlantic City to Cape May.
745 Asbury Address, Avenue, OceanOcean City City (609) 391-1546 555-5555
1100 Boardwalk, Ocean City (609) 399-2202 q fralingers.com 137