Living in another country

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Post Report of the Day

Angeles City, Philippines

How would you describe the availability and cost of groceries and household supplies relative to your home country?

Excellent availability in major supermarkets, at reasonable costs (half that of US). Imported stuff is at same cost as U.S.

What household or grocery items do you wish you had shipped to post?

Maple syrup, if you like it. Vitamins, if you use a lot (available but expensive)... however, you can get delivery of vitamins from the U.S. Super markets have everything.