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Post Report of the Day

Warsaw, Poland

What is your housing like? What are typical housing sizes, locations, and commute times for expatriates?

Lots of apartment complexes, befitting an eastern European city. Some duplexes or single families in a few upscale areas around town (Mokotow, Wilanow, Konstancin). Commutes are usually pretty reasonable (within 45 min) for most areas...

What kinds of organic, vegetarian and allergy-friendly foods are available, such as organic produce, gluten-free products, meat substitutes for vegetarians, etc?

Good selection of soy products in most stores. Gluten free is available in specialized stores (Smak Natury in Ursynow, Kuchnia Swiata in Mokotow Galeria, also a place in Sadyba mall). This is a heavily meat,...