If you’re searching outside of ube or taro for purple yams or purple sweet potatoes in Gulfport, MS, here are five local spots worth checking — with addresses only:
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Walmart Neighborhood Market
1733 E Pass Rd, Gulfport, MS 39507 -
Ebenezer Supermarket
828 Pass Rd Suite C, Gulfport, MS 39501 -
ALDI (via Instacart availability)
(Look under Instacart for “Purple sweet potato (yam)” from local ALDI stores) -
Thai-Asian Market (Asian grocery often carries imported produce)
12100 Highway 49, Gulfport, MS 39503 -
Premier Discount Grocery
4322 W Railroad St, Gulfport, MS 39501
🥔 Quick Guide
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Walmart and ALDI frequently stock purple sweet potatoes—look for mixed potato bags or seasonal single-variety packs.
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Ebenezer and Premier Discount Grocery are regional grocers that may offer harder-to-find produce.
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Thai-Asian Market, though Asian-focused, often brings in imported purple sweet potatoes not commonly found in majors.
These five places are your best bet for finding natural purple yams or potatoes in Gulfport — no ube or taro required.
Let me know if you want tips for selecting or preparing them!
