In an effort to promote greater cultural awareness, we're expanding our coverage of the weirdest food from around the world and taking a closer look at the oddest eats in our own back yard.

Yes, it was high time for a trip to the Chinese grocery store for some bamboo shoots, dim sum and yummy Cream Collon.

Our Chinese grocery has everything you could possibly want (including plenty of intriguing Japanese products), and a number of things you don't.

Surprising Chinese Grocery Buys