European Flavors

Why oh why did I think a half pound of freshly made peirogis would be anywhere close to enough? Next time I'll be getting at least a pound, and maybe even more if she tells me they freeze well.After reading Karen V's great review of the day, I knew I had to venture to Brandon to check out this Polish market. It is tucked away off the main drag, so you'll need a mapping program to get there. Their adjustment to the pandemic was to only allow 2 customers in the store at a time. The woman running the place was friendly and helpful.They do not have a huge selection of products, but what they did have was very tempting and unique. From the market portion I ended up with a spicy horseradish, a spicy red pepper spread, and 2 bars of chocolate (European chocolate is way better than American!). From the deli/hot food section I bought fresh kolachki cookies, frozen stew, sliced cheese, a blueberry pastry (drozdzowki), stuffed cabbage (golabki), and the aforementioned amazing peirogis.I couldn't wait to get home and taste my treasures, and they did not disappoint, with the peirogis being the high point. I'm already planning another trip there this weekend.

I didn't know there was a Polish market in Brandon. I just happened to read the article about it in the Osprey Observer which prompted me to stop by. I've even been back a couple of times. I just can't stay away from it. I've tried a little of something each time. I started out with the homemade paczki (donuts) that have unique fillings such as pudding, plum butter (prune), strawberry, and rose jam. All were very good. The cookies were also a winner. Then I went back another day to get the Moscow style ham that I saw pictured on Yelp. What a great decision! This was seriously the best ham I've had in a very long time. It's cured with garlic cloves and you'll even get a few slivers of it here and there. It's a very flavorful ham, and definitely something you don't see everyday. I'm going back to get some more this week. I also purchased some Grillowa sausages that were absolutely delicious. My husband pan fried them for me in beer today along with the Alexandra's pierogi (potato & cheese) that I also bought at the market. What a wonderful meal for Super Bowl Sunday! They also have all different varieties of filled pierogi (sweet and savory ones). I bought the kraut filled one but haven't tried it yet.You probably think I have nothing more to say, but I do. I went back for a 3rd visit because I figured they would have some fresh baked bread and cheese to go with that ham I purchased earlier in the week. They most certainly do. I got the salami style cheese that is sliced round like salami. I think it's a Lubelski cheese but it's white (not yellow). It melts very good and it's mild enough that it doesn't take away from the flavor of the ham. I put it all together with the fresh Polish sourdough bread and it was the European deli sandwich I've been craving but couldn't find anywhere. A simple sandwich full of flavor. I'm totally sold! European Flavors is now my new deli. I'll also be going back for Polish pastries. I had this wonderful blueberry filled yeast bun that looked as beautiful as it tasted. I'm sure I'll discover more pastries in the future. There is a menu of various hot soups such as borscht, chicken noodle, tomato, and many others. They may not all be available that day so you may have to ask the owner. She makes them all. There's so much more (like cabbage rolls) but I can't list them all. It's located in the old strip mall on Oakfield and Kings near Bootleggers Brewing in Brandon. It's a small market, but full of all kinds of Polish & European specialty products. It's clean and tastefully decorated. It looks like a European deli. What more can I say? I'm loving that Oakfield Drive has basically gone International. There are so many great restaurants and markets on this road to Brandon Regional Hospital. They are all hidden gems.

Came across this store by chance and was pleasantly surprised. I enjoyed the very unique products they offered, and tried a few snacks and drinks.Clerk was friendly, store was very clean and organized. Hope to visit again

I visit here weekly. They have great less than $5 sandwiches I buy for my workers. Their deli meat and various sausages are great! They also make Polish dishes fresh that are very good. The staff is very friendly and the place is super clean. Their assortment of European candies, while delicious, is too often my downfall.

Very nice storeFinally they have TvarohMy favorite KofolaVery tasty MacrelaAnd other great stuff

Great new asset to the area! Small store in a strip mall with a large variety of imports--pickled things like kraut, mushrooms, celery root, beets; packaged flavors for recipes like goulash (written in English on the back); pastas and candies. In the back is a small deli with hams, turkey, sausage...baked goods (cakes, pastries, breads) and a refrigerated case for butters and sour cream. I overheard a man ask for pierogis and another say something about soups. There needs to be better signage for these available ready-to-eats. There is a small table and 2 chairs for someone to eat in. It's more grab 'n go.I found the paczki very dry but the flavors were fun-rose or plum. (I wondered if they had arrived frozen.) The cabbage rolls were fabulous at under $2 each. They had 4+ kinds of sausage. Because they are small, you are at their liberties of supply & demand. One day they have strawberry paczki and garlic ham, the next week has something else. So if you want a specific item, you might call first. Prices are competitive and some things beat local markets. This place begs for adventurous ethnic eaters!

A wonderful place for my Polish food needs. Friendly personnel and great selections. I found all the items I have been craving.

Always a pleasure to shop and pick up supplies for daily or holidays-Easter and Christmas They often have fresh breads and European meats from Chicagoland and further away

Store had exactly what I needed. Pierogis and sausage for our dinner. It was delicious!

I wish I knew about this place sooner! It has everything you could ever need from a European store!