The typically grocery stores don't carry "real" grits, and lately I have not been able to find them at the usual festivals I go to, to buy them. I did a search because I wanted to buy real stone ground grits, and this placed popped up with great reviews. When I received them, I cooked them the very next morning and they were delicious and exactly what I wanted. I think they would make great Christmas gifts too, so I might buy some for some of my customers :) I though the price was fair also, so I will keep purchasing them from here.