International supermarkets in Liverpool

• 15 Oct, '18
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The people of Liverpool are a diverse bunch and so are our residents at [The Ascent](https://www.iconinc.co.uk/locations/liverpool-the-ascent). In wider Liverpool, we owe this to the city’s history as a major port. As people have settled here from all over the world, we’re lucky that they’ve brought their national dishes with them. And, following suit, a wide range of top-notch international supermarkets have been established over the years too. For those of you who are a little further away from home here at IconInc, we’ve rounded up the best international food stores in Liverpool to help you find your favourite home comforts.

Chung Wah

Where: Hardy Street
Opening times: 9.30am – 5.45pm, every day
Good for: Asian foods
Just a 12 minute walk from IconInc you’ll find Liverpool centre’s largest Chinese supermarket. [Chung Wah’s](https://www.chungwah.co.uk/) is not only a supermarket but a wholesaler too and they supply restaurants all over the Northwest – a testament to their great quality, authentic products. You’ll definitely get that wholesaler feel when you step inside the shop but the family-run business also pride themselves on the personal touches, such as the copies of UK-Chinese times in the entrance, which are free for you to take. The selection of foods is huge here so you’re bound to find all of your favourite foods from home. In the fruit and vegetables you’ll find fresh produce like water bamboo, bitter melon and green papaya. If you’re feeling lazy, there’s a whole wall of instant noodles with brands such as Nongshim and Nissin. The freezers are full of easy options too – packed with ready-made fish balls, dumplings, buns and spring rolls. You can forget prowling the aisles of Sainsbury’s searching for your favourite sauce, Chung Wah’s has hundreds of options with a wide range of Lee Kum Kee and big, value bottles of Kikkoman soy sauce. The shelves are also stacked full of rice, noodles, tinned ingredients, dried pulses, seeds and mushrooms, and traditional teas, beers, wines and Asian treats. You can even buy crockery and cooking woks if you’re looking to create a stronger sense of home. The prices are competitive and what’s more they offer 8% student discount and a free taxi when you spend £45 or more. We especially love the start of term deals that Chung Wah often run so be sure to check it out.