Nour Cash and Carry

I have been a faithful regular since 2008 because of their excellent choice of authentic and moderately priced international foodstuffs. My ingredient needs are very, very baroque but I can find about 80% of what I need here: generic European, Middle Eastern, Persian, East African, West African, South American, Caribbean, even some East and Southeast Asian — all under one roof. The fruit and vegetables are invariably excellent quality and great value too. The spice and herbs section is probably the most comprehensive I’ve ever seen anywhere. The sheer variety of beans and legumes is astounding too. Literally every time I go there I discover something new. And they literally never ever close, open every single day 7am to 7pm. The layout at the new location is a bit confusing and counterintuitive but the choice of foodstuffs is as exuberant as before.

Nour Cash & Carry in Brixton is a stalwart of the Black and Caribbean community, offering an incredible range of products that cater to diverse culinary traditions. For years, it has been a reliable source for authentic ingredients, from fresh produce to spices, seasonings and specialty items that are hard to find elsewhere. The store’s welcoming atmosphere and helpful staff make it a go-to destination for both everyday essentials and unique cultural products. Nour truly stands as a pillar of the community, supporting local families and businesses with quality and care. The store was even featured in Rye Lane, where the director shared fond memories of her grandmother taking her to buy Jamaican seasonings when she moved to Brixton as a child.

Unfortunately they appear to have issues with the local community, especially the black community, I wouldn't recommend this establishment unless you fancy a dose of racism with your purchase. Awful behaviour unfortunately even in 2024. Recent local news highlighted abusive behaviour towards it black customers - do they think Brixton is the new Cannes? Their intolerance, bigotry and prejudice that culminated in an elderly black man being set upon by 8 men is beyond shameful. It is also indicative of how *some* Asian Indian business treat and view black people in the UK today. So I am spotlighting this injustice as it is the least we can do to ensure that hopefully and, I am hopeful, that in 2025 this doesn't happen again. I am also hopeful that we can be better than this and learn lessons - like how not to be racist and treat people with respect and dignity. So I sign off with that and ask that you the consumer stand for justice, even when it feels difficult or inconvenient, for it's in these moment s the truth of who you are is revealed. It was a completely hateful act that an elderly man was set upon by 8 younger men. That man could have been my father, your uncle or brother. He required CT Scans/X-rays and had to be taken to hospital. This is not what happens in a civilised society. I am hopeful that the UK is still a civilised society so let's show these busineses that practise discrimination, hate and violence that they have no place or business in our communities. Shame on Nour Cash and Carry - you have raised many people's ire and we will ensure that the alleged inexcusable deeds carried out are brought to light, by any means necessary.

The lack of humanity demonstrated by the proprietors of this established when 6 of their staff beat at elderly black man as the racially abused him. There are a lot of places to spend hard earned money in Brixton, I'd recommend literally anywhere else.

Excellent selection of international foods as well as every day essentials. The spice section is the most diverse I have seen in London. The fruit and veg section is also a highlight. Cheap and fresh. Highly recommend!

Witnessed 3 members of staff assault a member of the community whilst shouting the N word repeatedly. Disgraceful behavior and not the first racially motivated incident that has taken place in this shop.

Everything related to real food and real cooking under the sun. It doesn't matter where you are from, Nour Cash and Carry will have something for where you are at now, in the heart of the real Brixton. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

My one stop for vegetables and spices in Brixton... Love it to bits, and always find my weird culinary ingredients in there...

Love this place. They literally stock EVERYTHING. It's always packed, with nearly 10 cashiers on the go at the same time. It's got a strange smell to it as well which, to me, adds to the magic of the place. So cheap on the fruit and veg front, and you'll be best off entering it through the Brixton Village entrance rather than the teeny tiny one on Electric Avenue as that can be a little traumatic at weekends! I heard Nour may be closing down because of the rising rent rates in the area, I really hope it's not true!

This place is like no other! I love it. My housemates and I frequent Nour to pick up all our fruits, vegetables and worldly food delights. Nour sells things that I have never seen before and it is always an inspiring trip. They stock food goods from most corners of the world including South America, Jamaica, Africa.You will struggle to beat their prices. My trips to Brixton Market always include a stop in here. I would highly recommend Nour for a bargainful satisfying shopping trip!