The Best International Food Shops in Town - Taste the World in Nerja
Living in Nerja or staying for a longer period and craving the taste of home? Whether you're looking for Indian spices, Dutch comfort foods, Nordic and British essentials, Nerja has a few standout spots for international groceries that will surprise you with their variety.
Supermercado Iranzo – A Trusted Favourite
Tucked away in central Nerja, Supermercado Iranzo is a go-to for those seeking international ingredients. Family-run, this shop stocks a broad range of global foods—from Indian curry pastes and Asian sauces to Nordic crispbreads and Dutch ingredients.
You can also find a selection of popular British food items, making it a handy stop for UK expats or anyone craving a taste of home. Look out for favourites like baked beans, English tea, marmalade, custard powder, and classic biscuits.They also often stock gravy granules, mince pies around the holidays, and even malt vinegar—perfect for that proper fish and chips night. Iranzo is the kind of place you visit for one item and leave with a bag full of unexpected finds.
Iranzo also carries a great selection of wines, international beers, and hard-to-find condiments and a fabulous selections of spices!
Our standard check out goods always include; Gammaldags Saltgurka (Oldfashioned gherkins), Kalles Kaviar- a Swedish must have in the fridge, ready Hollandaise Sauce, Eastern soya sauces, Finn Crisps (cracker bread), Himalayan Pink Salt, tinned Kidney Beans, yes they can be hard to comeby. And another MUST have in the cupboard- the English Mustard and Heinz Baked Beans.
Foodstore Andaluz - Authentic Flavours From Holland to Indonesia
Located on Calle Pintada, Foodstore Andaluz is a small but well-stocked Dutch grocery shop. It’s a treasure trove for anyone missing the taste of the Netherlands. Shelves are lined with jars of pindakaas (peanut butter), hagelslag (chocolate sprinkles), Indonesian spice mixes, traditional cakes like ontbijtkoek. It's also the place to find proper Dutch sausages, licorice, and familiar snacks. The friendly staff and central location make it a regular stop for Dutch expats and curious foodies alike.
Having lived for years as expats in Indonesia, we still crave those bold flavours and familiar comfort foods—and luckily, Foodstore Andaluz stocks many of our favourite Indonesian ingredients such as Kechap Manis (sweet soya sauce), Gado Gado, Bumbu Bali, Rendang and Saté sauces and Krupuk (deep fried crackers).
The rich, fragrant sauces bring us right back to our happy memories of Asia—comforting, nostalgic, and full of the flavours we once called home.
Hemlängtan – For Those Who Long for the Flavours of the Midnight Sun
If you’re from the Lands of the Midnight Sun—or simply a fan of Scandinavian flavours—Hemlängtan on Calle Los Huertos is a dream. This boutique-style shop specialises in Swedish and Nordic groceries, offering everything from pickled herring and crispbread to cheese, sweets, and festive treats for Midsummer, Christmas, and other traditional holidays. The name Hemlängtan means “homesick,” and this shop really does feel like a little slice of home for many Swedes in town.
At Hemlängtan, we love picking up all our favourite Swedish treats—from knäckebröd and Marabou Saltlakrits ( salted liqurish chocolate) and Finnish Fazer chocolate to Nyponsoppa (rosehip soup), lingonberry jam, and loose-fill Scandi sweets. They also stock essentials like Swedish butter, cheese, and even vegan-friendly products. Around the holidays, the shop is filled with festive favourites like julmust( a special non-alcoholic drink), and the option to order a traditional Christmas ham. You’ll also find lovely Swedish gifts, Dala horses, traditional cleaning products, and seasonal decorations that bring a true Nordic touch to your home in Nerja.
Final Thoughts
Nerja may be a small seaside town, but it has a wonderfully international spirit. Thanks to local gems like Iranzo, Foodstore Andaluz, and Hemlängtan, it’s easy to keep your pantry filled with the ingredients that bring you comfort and connection to home—wherever that may be. Whether you're an expat, a holiday homeowner, or a food lover wanting to explore world cuisine, these shops make cooking abroad a lot more familiar—and a lot more fun.
