Where will I buy groceries and do other shopping in Thailand?
When we asked people living in Thailand about good local restaurants, they mentioned...
"I am lucky enough to have both a Tesco Lotus and a Big C right by me, with several fresh markets also. If you must have your expensive food imports from home, there is Villa market on Sukhumwit. 7/11 stores are everywhere with many heat and eat foods available," remarked another expat who made the move to Bangkok, Thailand.
"People living in Thailand typically buy groceries from local markets, convenience stores, and supermarkets. Other shopping can be done at department stores, shopping malls, and street markets. Many people also shop online for convenience," explained one expat living in Thailand.

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- Will I be able to find a job in Thailand?
- What is life like in Thailand?
- What do expats in Thailand appreciate most about the local culture?
- What do expats find most challenging?
- Is there a lot of crime in Thailand?
- Is there a lot of diversity? Are people in Thailand accepting of differences?
- What are the schools in Thailand like?
- What are healthcare services like in Thailand?
- What are medical services in Thailand like?
- Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Thailand?
- What are emergency services like in Thailand?
- Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
- Are common prescription medications available in Thailand?
- How are local medical facilities in Thailand?
- As a foreigner living in Thailand, will I have access to public healthcare? What is it like?
- What have your experiences during the pandemic with the local healthcare system been like?
Where will I buy groceries and do other shopping in Thailand?
If you live in Thailand, newcomers to Thailand would love to hear your answer to this question:
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Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
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with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.