Owens Market is a charming neighborhood grocery store in Los Angeles that reminds me of a market in the small mid western town where I grew up. When I stumbled upon it while working my day job, I was immediately taken by nostalgia. Originally opened in the 1950’s, and now owned by party planner Mindy Weiss, this market has everything you want in a neighborhood store. Everyday and gourmet ingredients, organic produce, a beautiful meat department and a deli where you can purchase sandwiches, prepared foods and daily specials like Tacos or BBQ.  They also have a small, fresh salad bar. I went in for a Tomato, Mozzarella and Basil sandwich with olive oil, salt and pepper on Ciabatta, which was really fresh and filling! I was able to sit at a table in the front of the store and enjoy watching people enjoy shopping while eating my lunch. Mindy has done a great job at creating an environment that makes you want to shop, eat and cook! My favorite hobbies! Check out Owens Market if you’re in the neighborhood. You’ll find it at Pico and Roxbury, Los Angeles.