Provides it all!

Cooking something exotic over the weekend? You can finally find all the right ingredients for that perfect dish, thanks to The Providore, the new provisional store in Aundh, says Barnalee Handique
Ever wanted to prepare tacos, but couldn't find the right ingredients? Ever wanted that delicious bar of cheese to accompany your wine, but didn’t know where to get it? If your answer is yes, then there is relief for you in the form of The Providore. The store, located at Anand Park, Aundh, is every gourmet's dream. Food connoisseurs can go berserk over the goodies here that range from a variety of cheeses, cold cuts, taco fillings, to salad dressings and fresh herbs.
So, what does The Providore mean? “It means a provisional store where you can find all food ingredients under one roof,”explains Salony Kane, owner of the store. “Whenever I tried to cook up something exotic, I used to visit three different shops to find the right ingredients. By the end of the shopping spree, I was exhausted. That's how the idea of the store cropped up,” she says.
Talking about the philosophy of the store, Kane says, “We are not in the business of rushing. The basic idea behind the store is to enjoy food, experience and feel it. Everyone is welcome here. They can browse through the shelves and acquaint themselves with the products. And we are open to 'food talk ' and any kind of suggestions.”
One interesting feature that caught our eyes was the food shows that were played on the televsion. On the big wooden tables, recipe books were piled up. So if you are planning a special dish for dinner, then you can browse through the recipe books to select the right condiments. Or you can consult Kane, who is ready to guide you through your culinary quest.
As for the store, once you step into it, you will be reeling under the wide choice of ingredients and eatables at your disposal. One can find the entire range of condiments for Italian, Chinese, Thai, Spanish and Mexican dishes. Also on offer are different types of cold cuts and cheese sourced from local traders and from abroad. One has a variety of tastes to choose from and can mix and match according to what one wants. Want to know something else? The Providore stores truffle oil and other special oils.
Kane is convinced that the outlet is just what the urban professional needs. “With the change our lifestyle has seen, and with the young generation adopting a global culture, we believe that this is the most opportune time to launch a store like this, which saves time, money and energy,” Kane says.
As for the future plans, a home delivery system is in the pipeline. There's a bigger dream: in a couple of years, the proud owner wants The Providore model to be replicated all over the country. Amen to that!