About Us

“As avid home cooks and bakers, we have always loved the idea of creating new blends and recipes to share with our family and friends. In 2004, we decided to combine our individual skills and experiences in marketing and in the retail spice industry to open the very first Albena's in Cape May, New Jersey. After the immediate success of our shop, we decided to take our concept a step further and created a Albena's website, allowing customers to purchase anything available in the store online. Building on the positive response to our Cape May store and internet marketing, we were able to open a second shop. Since then our efforts have rapidly moved forward, with the help of employees, family members and professional colleagues, permitting us to open three more locations in the Cape May area and offer franchise opportunities.

See what our satisfied customers have to say:

• “Walking through the door of this establishment you can truly see why at one time in our history spices were more valuable than money, if you have an imagination this is the place for you The more time you spend in this place, the more time you come up with different recipes going through your head, I honestly believe if more of these places existed you probably would never eat in a restaurant because you probably think you could make it yourself, The staff is very friendly and they have samples for you to try of different spices if you're looking for any meal to be original or stand out this is definitely the place to help you out.”

  - Stewart L. Elizabethtown, MA

• “I just wanted to say how delighted I was with the spices I bought from you, how speedily you dispatched them, and how well packed they were for postal transit. I will certainly be back for more. Anyone can learn so much from your web site. Thank you so much for 1st class trading, it is a credit in this day and age.”

  - Marian D. North Allegheny, PA

• “ I received my box of goodies last night. I'm a chef and I must tell you, that these are the most authentic and fresh spices I've had since my days shopping in NYC! You do a great job with this! I can't wait to match them with recipes! Thank you! ”

  - Cindy M. Toms River, NJ

• “ I got your parcel this morning. It was perfect! Many thanks for your kind help and good service. ”

  - Toby B. Gulf Breeze, FL

• “ This item came very quickly and they even included a free spice! I love the mushroom powder and the thyme. The packaging was very professional and they also wrote a hand written thank you note for giving them business. Nicely done. ”

  - Connor H.S. Leechburg PA