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February 2024 by Graham M.
A very unique store for the LA area, TBC is a small import market with mostly grocery items from the UK that are difficult to find. In addition to scrumptious British candies like Lion Bars or Smarties, there's also English cooking products like Lemon Curd, Onion Gravy, and Toffee Pudding. I was greeted immediately by the staff here and helped around the store (although I've been to England once, I'm hardly an expert). Everything I bought tasted great, although I must confess I have a bit of nostalgia for the British Isles. Anyway, this gets 5 stars for being a pioneer in English goods in SoCal and for obvious love put into the store by its owners.
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June 2023 by Christopher T.
To our way of thinking this is the best British import shop in the region and far better than the King's Head in Santa Monica. (And we live in Santa Monica but do all of our British import shopping at The British Connection.) They have a comprehensive selection of canned goods, snacks, candy, gifts, and decorative items. They stock the staples... Walker's crisps, Fairy Dish Liquid, Flake Bars, etc. etc. etc. And they have a terrific frozen food section as well. The shop is neat and well-presented. They have little grocery carts so you can accumulate your purchases. And, what's more, they are friendly. (The King's Head can't claim that!) What more could you ask for? Go. Buy! Enjoy.
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May 2023 by Anthony S.
We have just moved to CA from Florida where it had taken us years to find a good local source of English goodies. This store has no frills, just tons of English bacon, pasties, sausages, sweets and drinks, and I was amazed to find that they sourced their pasties from 4 & 20 Pastie Company in Sarasota Florida where I used to buy from. Excellent! I will be back every month to re stock with all our English favourites.
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May 2023 by Vanessa Fee
This is my families go to British food shop. We love the selection of jams, sweets (crunchie bars, fruit pastilles, frozen items, and many more.. also knowing that what they sell is fresh is a plus. I also have to add that we love getting our Christmas and Easter treats here as well. Who can resist mince pies, stocking filled with goodies for the kiddos, or kids at heart for Christmas morning - and fab chocolate Easter eggs. The staff are very inviting. I would highly recommend the British Connection.
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April 2023 by Barbra S.
I am over the moon to find this place! The most extensive line of products outside of the UK. I got some blood sausage the other day and it is fantastic! Cookies, candy, jams, Colman sachets, relishes etc. Can't wait to go back!
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April 2023 by Elaine Haksioma
Been going there for years, Their Heinz Beans are 3 for $5, they also have Oxo's and Bisto gravy granules, they don't have a lot of everything but those little things you can't find anywhere else, they will have ,Thank heavens BC
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April 2023 by Elaine Nelson
Been going there for years, Their Heinz Beans are 3 for $5, they also have Oxo's and Bisto gravy granules, they don't have a lot of everything but those little things you can't find anywhere else, they will have ,Thank heavens BC
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March 2023 by Kathy Howard
My son had a project for school and wanted to make mince pie. Where the heck does one get mincemeat for mince pie? He checked and the British Connection store sold mincemeat (fruit-based only), so off we went. They were lovely people and very helpful and friendly! They had a large stock of Robertsons mincemeat, as well as other snacks and goodies. We even found some EPL soccer gear! Wonderful little shop. I included pics of the successful pie.
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March 2023 by aivi r.
Love this quaint place! Its like a little piece of Britain. I came here to look for creme for my scones, and OMG they have them. Its hard to find clotted double cream elsewhere, like VERY hard. The creme might be at World Market but sometimes theyre out of it for a weeks! Im just so glad they have them at the British Connection. I walked in the store and heard people talking with that British accent and it made me feel like I was in the UK. lol. I grew up watching British shows and my favorite novels were by English authors from the Georgian period and Victorian era, so I just loved hearing that accent in person. The ladies were nice and very British, so lovely! I also love the shop and the items that they sell. Thanks so much for bringing in a bit of Britain here to the US. :D
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December 2022 by Leslie W.
I absolutely love this store. It has been several years since I've visited, but I have fond memories. Selection of British sweets is tremendous. I hate to say it, but their chocolates are much better than American chocolates. The staff is incredibly sweet and welcoming. Next time I'm in Torrance, i'll need to make a visit!
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September 2022 by Adam Roberts
Awesome. Perfect place to pick up your favourite British chocolate...
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August 2022 by Russ B.
Being half British and having visited the islands many times growing up I have a very fond memory of a lot of the Items carried in the store and found the staff to be super friendly yes it may be a little pricey but cheaper than flying over the pond
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August 2022 by Diana Collins
LOVE this shop!! A wonderful collection of scrumptious Gourmet Goodies, Specialty Gifts, unique and fun British themed items. I was truly impressed with the variety and product quality. Purchased a gorgeous set of bone china mugs as a gift and a lovely 'Big Ben' theme gift box along with a cart-full of yummies! We're new to the neighborhood and are thrilled to find a family owned and run shop that provides outstanding customer service. They even offer frozen Vegetarian delights, Meat Pies, scones and more! Definitely added to 'My Favorites!' list!
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June 2022 by Peter S.
Just been in to buy some British foods for the Jubilee party and liked the presentation of all the things British. However, the two service people in the store were so incredibly ignorant and arrogant I doubt I'll be back. They made this cute shop feel almost hostile. My message to the two behind the counter if you feel so bad about your job maybe go and try something else to do as you're no help this stores' ego.
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May 2022 by Yesits D.
A bit pricey but good product. Hours of operation sketchy.
