KP International Market in Rancho Cordova is a serious foodie’s nirvana. Originally known as Koreana Plaza, and catering to mainly Korean and other Asian cultures, the store has greatly expanded floor space at Zinfandel Square, easily making it more than double, if not triple the size of the next largest supermarket in the community.
In addition to the expanded floor space, KP International has expanded it horizons into other ethnic foods. There is an Indian section, as well as a large Hispanic area with a delightful tortilla counter and maker on-site. Food items, sauces and products from Russian and European countries are also available.
There is an amazing variety of fresh produce items. Some I had never seen before. Especially, the very fresh and exotic looking mushrooms, equally intriguing greens, and lychees, which I hadn’t seen in years.
There is an impressive fresh fish and meat counter. At the far end of the marketplace near the bakery, it appears they are constructing a food court. It is an experience to simply walk through KP International and explore the treasure trove of items on the bountiful shelves. I came away feeling I had traveled to Korea, Japan, China, Thailand, Mexico, Russia, and other European destinations, without ever having bought a ticket.
I had been searching for a local grocery that stocked Thai tea. I love it iced, with cream and ice. I had not been able to locate it other than served in Thai restaurants. It was found happily sitting on a shelf with other teas, near the check-out stands.
KP International (formerly Koreana Plaza) is located at 10995 Olson Drive (corner of Folsom Boulevard), Rancho Cordova. KP International Market includes all buildings in the scene - even those pictured above at the far end of the parking lot.
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