Country Gourmet 547 Summer Street, Barre, MA 01005

"Lovely shop with a variety of kitchen tools, herbs and spices, coffee, soup mixes, gifts and so much more! They also have a good variety of sauces and mixes from international cuisines."

"Country Gourmet is a store that's operated like a gift shop mainly. I've visited years ago, they do have some locally made & interesting, unique items that you probably won't find elsewhere, but some of the prices are a tad high & you do have pressure to purchase something within minutes of entering the store, which I know some people aren't really too comfortable with. They offer many kitchen gadgets, whole bean & ground coffee (including flavored blends) they also have candles, handmade items, chocolate covered Oreos & other treats, even treats for pups. I recently bought a birthday gift here for a family member, I thought the owner (or staff?) said it was $4, but when she went to ring it up at the register, I then realized it actually cost $14, which wasn't what I was expecting or told. My fiance who accompanied me inside also heard her say $4, not $14! Maybe I misunderstood her, or she told me an incorrect price originally, but I think I'll probably shop elsewhere from now on, because I don't like feeling pressured or obligated to buy something immediately upon entering an establishment. I also didn't really think having a dog inside of this business was a good idea. Please don't get me wrong, I absolutely love pets & animals, but I don't feel they belong in stores, unless of course it's somewhere like Petco. Some folks have pet allergies, and some animals could scratch, bite, or jump up unexpectedly upon young children. Plus I can't imagine an animal would be too happy being forced to sit inside of a store all day."

"Must-stop establishment during my yearly pilgrimages to Barre. Delectable goods, unique kitchen items and an awesome proprietor!"

"Awesome, local and necessary! Sally has EVERYTHING that the big food stores don't. From various spices to outstanding coffee, it is truly an excellent "one stop shop". There is a little bit of EVERYTHING there!"

"Sally has a great selection of so many things. Regulars come daily for her coffee, others for fine chocolates. She keeps energy bars on hand too. Her gift baskets are legendary, filled with linens, candles, teas, jams, cookies or baking goods, including the pans! Knives sold, and sharpened! Even specialty health items. Stop in. You won't be disappointed. If she doesn't have it, she knows where to find it!"