MANILA -- When Cheryl Santiago wants to restock her grocery cupboard she automatically heads to Dali, the no-frills discount store near her home in Rizal, a province on the outskirts of Metro Manila.
"They're mostly a primary stop for everyday essentials like snacks, pantry staples and personal care items," the 49-year-old teacher told Nikkei Asia as she loaded up her shopping trolley. "Because their prices are affordable and the store is convenient, I rely on them a lot to cover the basics without overspending."
