Where will I buy groceries and do other shopping in Santiago?
When we asked people living in Santiago about good local restaurants, they mentioned...
"Expats in Santiago, often shop for groceries at popular supermarkets such as Jumbo, Lider, and Tottus. Jumbo (https://www.jumbo.cl/) is known for its wide variety of products, including imported items, while Lider (https://www.lider.cl/supermercado/) is a Walmart-owned supermarket chain that offers affordable prices. Tottus (https://www.tottus.cl/) is another option for budget-conscious shoppers. For fresh produce, meat, and seafood, expats can visit La Vega Central (https://www.lavegacentral.cl/), a large market in the city center that offers a wide variety of local and imported products at reasonable prices. Another option for fresh produce is Feria Libre, which are open-air markets that can be found throughout the city. For specialty and imported items, expats can visit Casa China (https://www.casachinaonline.cl/), a store that offers a wide range of Asian products, or La Chakra (https://www.lachakra.cl/), which specializes in organic and natural products. For shopping malls, expats can visit Costanera Center (https://www.costaneracenter.cl/), one of the largest malls in South America, which houses a variety of international and local brands, as well as a supermarket, food court, and cinema. Another popular shopping destination is Parque Arauco (https://www.parquearauco.cl/), which offers a mix of high-end and affordable stores, as well as restaurants and entertainment options. In addition to these options, Santiago has many neighborhood shops, bakeries, and small markets where expats can find daily necessities and local products," mentioned another expat when asked about moving to Santiago, Chile.
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