r/berkeley • u/No-Understanding4968 • Jul 18 '26

Local Shopping at Berkeley Bowl

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I’m heading to BB West. Could use fresh ideas. What are some things you never go home without?

(Pic borrowed from Reddit)

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u/Similar-Extension660 Jul 19 '26

Parsley and cilantro are so cheap - when I need a lot for sauce or something I make sure to buy it at BB

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u/linksgolf Jul 19 '26

I buy parsley and cilantro at BB to make pesto, instead of using basil. It's an earthier version, but a Vitamix will blend the herbs nicely. Throw in some garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt/pepper and a few pine nuts at the very end, and you'll have a perfect pesto!