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"Expats in Bishkek, can buy groceries and do other shopping at various locations throughout the city. One popular option is Bishkek Park Shopping Mall (https://www.bishkekpark.kg/en/), which offers a wide range of shops, including a supermarket, clothing stores, and electronics retailers. Another option is the Tsum Center (https://tsum.kg/), a large department store that sells groceries, clothing, and household items. For fresh produce and local products, expats often visit Osh Bazaar (https://www.lonelyplanet.com/kyrgyzstan/bishkek/attractions/osh-bazaar/a/poi-sig/451727/357545), one of the largest markets in Bishkek. Here, shoppers can find a variety of fruits, vegetables, spices, and traditional Kyrgyz foods. Dordoi Bazaar (https://www.lonelyplanet.com/kyrgyzstan/bishkek/attractions/dordoi-bazaar/a/poi-sig/451728/357545) is another massive market where expats can find clothing, electronics, and household items at affordable prices. For those looking for international products, Narodny Supermarket (https://www.facebook.com/narodny.kg/) is a popular choice among expats, as it offers a wide selection of imported goods, including Western brands. Additionally, expats can visit Beta Stores (https://beta.kg/en/), a chain of supermarkets that carry a variety of local and imported products, including groceries, household items, and cosmetics. Finally, expats can also shop at smaller local markets and convenience stores, such as Frunze Supermarket (https://www.facebook.com/FrunzeSupermarket/) and Globus (https://www.facebook.com/globus.kg/), which offer a mix of local and imported products," wrote a member who made the move to Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.

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