Best of Boston

1995 Best Olives

Arax Market

A great source for all things Middle Eastern, but an especially excellent place for olives, with 15 varieties, from oil-cured to Kalamata. And a regular paradise of pickles, including classic cucumber, turnip, mixed vegetable, eggplant, okra, and mushroom.

603 Mount Auburn St., Watertown, 924-3399,