By Chris Basinger, Staff Writer
CENTER POINT, Ala.–Local shoppers looking to expand their palettes can now visit Center Point’s newest food destination–Mi Tierra Linda Supermarket–which is holding its grand opening this Saturday, Dec. 28.
The Latin American grocery store is inviting the community to come join in the celebration with complimentary tacos, free prizes, mariachi music, and face painting.
The party will start at 10 a.m. ahead of the ribbon cutting ceremony.
The 23,000 square foot supermarket is opening with some help from the city in the form of a $10,000 business grant approved early this year.
“The new business incentive program was established to stimulate positive change and growth in Center Point, said Council President D.M. Collins. “The addition of a multicultural supermarket not only enhances our city’s grocery landscape but also reflects the growth of our Latino community.”
Mi Tierra Linda means “My Beautiful Land” and the store will feature a variety of items showcasing the food and culture of Central and South America.
“We want to get people together so they can know more about our culture and about our food,” Claudia Rodriguez, one of three business partners opening the store said earlier this year.
The supermarket will feature a bakery, tortilleria, and a restaurant.
“We’re going to have two buffet tables, a hot and a cold buffet table,” Rodriguez said. “We’re going to have tacos, quesadillas, tortas, and typical food from our country.”
The store wrote on Facebook, “En Mi Tierra Linda, somos más que una simple tienda–somos un equipo dedicado a servir a la vibrante comunidad multicultural de Alabama. Nuestra misión es trabajar juntos para ofrecer productos frescos, auténticos y economico que celebren nestras raíces culturales. Con cada visita, nuestro objetivo es brindar el mejor servicio, creando un espacio acogedor donde la tradición, el sabor y la comunidad se unen.”
“At Mi Tierra Linda, we’re more than just a grocery store–we’re a team dedicated to serving the vibrant multi-cultural community in Alabama. Our mission is to work together to provide fresh, authentic and affordable products that celebrate our cultural roots. With every visit, we aim to deliver the best service, creating welcome space where tradition, flavor, and community come together.”
The new store is located at 2375 1st Street NE in Center Point.
