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Post Report of the Day

Singapore, Singapore

What is the availability and cost of household help, and what types of help are typically employed by expatriates?

We don't have a helper. Some people have a full-time helper if they have kids. Many just employ someone to come in 2-3 times per month to do a thorough clean. If you want full-time,...

What typical restaurants, food delivery services, and/or takeout options are popular among expatriates?

Huge range. We eat at hawker stalls often enough. Lots of US Fast food brands are here. Lots of nice local restaurants. Food Panda, Deliveroo, Grab Food.