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Leisure

Shopping

The availability and variety of consumer goods in Russia have increased dramatically during the past several years. With a little research, visitors to Moscow can find stores that cater to both their most basic and extravagant needs. The thrifty shopper will weigh the comfort associated with buying familiar Western brands against the often substantial savings attained by buying Russian.

Foodstores :

Kalinka-Stockman, Smolenskaya Ploshad 3/5

Ramstore

  • Sheremeevskaya Ul. 60A. North of Moscow.
  • Iartsvskaya Ul. 19. South-west of Moscow.

Sedmoi Kontinent

  • Arbat Ul. 54/2
  • Leninski prospect 61/1
  • Lubianka Bol. Ul. 12/1

Clothes, food and more :

Irish Arbat House : Novy Arbat Ul. 11.

Dining Out

Restaurants representing cuisine from many ethnic nations are located throughout the city, although primarily clustered near the center. In Moscow you can find Russian, Georgian, Armenian, American, Chinese, Indian, Italian, German, French, Scandinavian, Spanish, Japanese, and Mexican restaurants.

Styles range from fast food/take out (McDonald's, Taco Bell, KFC, Russky Bistro, Kombi's deli) to pizza (Pizza Hut, Jack's Pizza) to casual dining (Patio Pasta, 24-hour diner) to extremely elegant.

For nicer restaurants, you should make reservations. No matter where you have your meal, be prepared to pay much more than in the US.

In some restaurants, a 10-15% service charge will be added to the bill. If not, that amount should be left as a tip.

Clubs and Organizations for Expatriates

Expatriates living and working in Moscow can partake in numerous community activities. Here are some ideas, but check the "Community Bulletin" in the Wednesday Moscow Times.

- International Women's Club - Office hours Monday 2 - 4 p.m.; Wednesdays 10 - noon. Tel: 147-2240
It organizes regular newcomers' coffee morning and monthly gatherings of as many as 20 interest and hobby groups.

- United Way. Tel 250-4115

- English Language Alcoholics Anonymous: Tel 243-1420

- English Crisis Line: Tel: 244-3449