As far as I know Hydrox isn't a generic, it was the original brand. Oreo was an imitation and came later, but store brands/generic even later

I'm in the US but I personally love seeing posts about Costco in other countries

Infinite Jest

What is your agenda here? It seems very pointed.

My advice is to just be open and honest, and most good people will be fair in response.

The Doughboys - a podcast where they review chain restaurants (fast food to fast casual to high end chains). The hosts (Nick Wiger and Mike Mitchell, comedians) have a love-hate relationship that makes it so fun and real. And their guests are the best.