Located on one of the busiest streets in Makati, Sher e Punjab Indian Grocery is a famous pitstop for Indian ex-pats and those in the know. They sell a wide arrangement of Indian spices, microwaveable foods, cookies, and self-care items (such as toothpaste). But the best part of Sher e Punjab is their homemade snacks: from lassis to yogurt and samosas and gulab jamun, Sher e Punjab makes sweets daily to serve to hungry snackers looking for some spice. 

Visit them at 1 Juno Street, Makati City

A Japanese grocery with three branches all across the Metro, Shin Mikana imports hard-to-find groceries items from the Land of the Rising Sun. From packaged unagi to premium soy sauces and wasabi, Shin Mikana promises to provide all the mouthwatering ingredients you need to recreate your favourite Japanese dishes. 

Visit them at CCAS Building, Pasay City

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For a taste of the authentic, head to Chinatown's Bee Tin Grocery. This Chinese supermarket holds a treasure trove of fresh, aromatic ingredients and foodstuffs all the way from China. From candies to mooncake, chocolates and dried fruit, this humble store has become a trusted purveyor for many in the community. 

Visit them at 733-735 Ongpin St, Binondo, Manila

Perhaps one of the most comprehensive Korean groceries in the Metro is No Brand, a trusted lifestyle purveyor that carries not just foodstuffs, but homeware and self-care items too. From South Korean juices, chips, and ice cream to imported skincare items like sunscreen and facial wash, No Brand has pretty much everything you could need. The best part? They deliver around the Metro too!

Visit their website here

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Offering a delightful hodgepodge of Asian grocery items from Korea, Japan, and Taiwan, Haru Haru has become the one-stop shop for all your imported cravings. They sell familiar brands such as Starbucks and Ichiran Ramen, but also a few local favourites that include packaged bread and drinks. 

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Taiwanese products make the best snacks! Those who want to delve into such exciting flavours can visit YMart in Makati to purchase imported items that include everything from instant coffee and frozen fishballs to those delicious instant noodles and rice meals everyone's been raving about.

Visit their website here

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