It's a value for money in JY Square Grocery store and been there quite a few times. There are plenty of grocery stores in Metro Cebu you can film we have Ayala Metro Grocery, Robinsons Supermarket, Gaisano Grocery, SM Grocery. We also have Landers and S&R similar to Costco in the U.S. and much more. Thanks Chris for the tour.
Hi Chris, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and Jo. Thanks for taking us shopping. When I had my business and lived there, Walter Mart was where I often shopped at. I miss the seasonal fruits. And about the eggs not being refrigerated, that is correct. In the olden days, eggs were not washed. There's a thin layer on eggs called "bloom" which is a natural way of preserving eggs up to 6 weeks with no refrigeration. We have over 400 egg laying chickens and we sell our eggs unwashed which is what most people want. We clean off the poop, if any. We keep our chicken's bedding clean. Ingat
@@CarefreeChrisChris, I am so sorry, I didn't know about you and Jo. I'm still on a catch-up mode with your videos. I was about to put on my headphones, gather eggs and listen to your last podcast when I saw some of the comments which gave me the indication that y'all are not dating anymore. My grandmother said it best, IMHO. She said when we go shoe shopping, we try on as many shoes as possible that would fit Us in the one that we like. Keep trying on those shoes. Virtual hugs
Still catching up with the rest of your vlogs. Enjoyed the video. Looking forward to the ayala grocery shopping if it ever comes up in the future. I think it would be great for you to consider going through stores to see and compare prices especially these days for over there too. Just thought it was interesting. All I have been seeing so far are ASMRs or just random videos of grocery shopping with no prices. Just a suggestion
Chris, your cameraman is a stud! Don't let the other vloggers know about him. He's the only one I know that can walk backwards while filming without tripping. 😂😂😂 Happy New Year!!
I wonder if bagels are common over there. I try to stay away from bread and other refined carbs but I do indulge in a cinnamon-raisin bagel every now and then. Ya, those snacks that wreaks havoc on one's system and cause the usual chronic dis-eases. That's a good deal for a 1.12 kg (2.5 lb) of powdered milk at US$7.65...assuming that it's not laden with fillers and other undesirable stuff. I actually prefer powdered milk for coffee, hot chocolate, oatmeal, etc. as it doesn't go bad; no point in getting fresh milk that sour in a few days. Why not just get pure instant coffee without the added sugar? Are ready-to-serve (washed) packaged salads (cabbage, kale, Brussels sprouts, arugula, spinach, etc. or a combo thereof...you know, the good stuff) available at larger supermarkets like they are in the US? "Sorry. Out of stock, sir."😁 The savings got nullified by the 12% sales tax. That's pretty steep...much higher than those of the most expensive cities in the US not to mention that many if not all States do not tax groceries. Just sayin'.
@@CarefreeChris Ya, fresh hot pan de sal (salt bread) sandwich with Bohol kalamay = very yummy. Some folks would probably go into a sugar coma...but it's very yummy.
I was in Cebu last January 2023 meeting my wife’s family on Lapu Lapu and we hit a local market, it was nice. I think first time visitors to the Phil might be shocked getting off the plane in Cebu, i think fir the first week maybe stay near IT Park if you have the money before getting more used to your surroundings. But, unless your wealthy, i would try to move to a way cheaper place.
Nice vid CFC. Going to the grocery is much the same as it was in the US except I don't see anyone busted by security for trying to steal here in the Philz unlike California. Use a calc or divide by ~ 50 to figure out how many dollars you are spending :) Sometimes we hit a similar type of grocer instead of the big mall grocer for dried clear noodles, dried mushrooms, larger containers of ice cream. My wife prefers the open market for meat and veggies but sometimes you need something in a pinch and all of these stores have Filipino staples. I can't find sour cream, or non- irradiated fresh milk anywhere (understandably) but I recently found a Yogurt vendor in the big mall. But they have real salted butter and Philly cream cheese in many stores. I use the Nestle powered milk for my coffee creamer so her nephews trudge over daily to make some milk for themselves. I think westerners coming to any reasonably sized city in the Philz can find most of what they want or a close approximation as far as food items for cooking. I do have to order some favored over the counter meds and toiletries off of Lazada for home delivery because they are not sold in any of our stores which is fine.
I'm from uk, even I was aghast at the prices in supermarkets...what you can't put a price on is food safety and buying from supermarkets is a lot safer
Chris, just watched a video of yours. I am planning on coming in Oct. 2024, next year. I am a public school teacher and offiallly retiring at the end of Sept. I am working on getting everything in order before leaving, of course. I appreciate your input and vibe. I realize I need or it would be beneficial to have some support there to whatever degree. Not financially, but some guideance on best way to navigate once I get there. I'm 64 yrs. old, and going through divorce right now. I got into teaching late so don't have full retirirement, but enough to live there or in SE Asia. I heard you give some reasons why you left US and I totally agree with you. I hope we might meet some tome and talk about it. Anyway, thought it was a good idea to meke some connections there and friends to help the transition there. I would apprecieate any and all help you might provide. Sincerely, Chuck T
Hey Chris. What camera are you using in the store? Just caught the fact your coming here to Iloilo City. If you have time while your here ill buy ya lunch?
@@CarefreeChris Too bad, she seemed to be a nice companion. Plus she was a little older, nothing worse than seeing Older guys walking around with girls 30 - 40 years younger than them. We will be visiting Family in PI every year now as we are close to retirement but due to influx of expats, we will be spending time in other countries during US winter Months.
Great video, Chris, We have Colgate Toothpaste here in the UK, which is a major brand here in the UK. Interesting to see the pasta sauce is in the packaging you showed us, here in the UK, is predomanantly in glass jars, and as for the weighing of the produce, thanks for letting us know, is that common only in Cebu or across the philippines? I am overly keen on Pork unless its in sausages, but am keen on chicken. is it common in the US to regridgerate eggs?
Good evening! I just came across your channel and subscribed. I’m also a Filipina vlogger currently living here in Cebu. May I ask if we can collaborate and can I interview you? I wanted to send you an email but I can’t seem to find any information on that. Thank you.
Reminds me of living in FIJI...they try and copy our names and also put preservastives in everyting to keep longer. Is there any organic items you see..THX>
Your better off going to the local fresh produce market. Only buy vegetables and fruits that have advertised prices or you have confirmation from a local Pinoy. I’ve met you before at Ayala mall at Starbucks and at The Social. I’ll be there again in about 3 weeks this time for a 3-4 month stint. Maybe we can get group together to do some bike riding touring. Enjoy the Philippines!
El Hombre Tequila is fraudulent tequila! Look up the description of it’s composition. It’s phony. Stuck to real Tequila even if it cost double at least it’s real Tequila.
@@CarefreeChris they're pretty average actually I live there 20 years ago or so and a lot of the local people would eat them and along with potato chips... But I mean fish and chips is huge there
@@CarefreeChris Yeah I lived in Wales actually super pretty country A lot of outdoor activities a lot of hiking weather is bad for about 4 months but other than that it's beautiful
Fruit Loops & Frosted Flakes & milk in a carton..unrefrigerated 🤔 ya I think I'll survive. A lil disappointed you didn't try them Smalley fish crackers. Ya know, for them views 😄 Seriously tho..where the mayo at?!
Western produce are expensive because they have to be imported......duties & taxes. So, don't expect those to be cheap. You must be able to adopt to the local brand if you really want to save $$$$$$$$. I'll give you a tip and you can save hundreds of dollars by just going to a public market for fresh fruits, vegetables, and fish then the meat at the groceries. You can ask your partner to go to the wet market if you can't stand the smell of the fish section while you shop at the groceries for the meat and others that you can't find in the public market.
You have mentioned numerous times about English language in the Philippines and while thats true if you don’t speak the local dialect you will be taken advantage of. Try to partner with a Bisaya speaker in cebu. Locals will judge you based on the language you speak. Tagolog and english only speakers you will be exploited.
Go to the "palenke", the public market. Things there are more likely less processed and organic than in the supermarkets. And cheaper as well on average....
There is what’s called a bloom on eggs that protects them until you wash them. Back in the day my grandma kept eggs in a basket on the table.
Yeah. I had no clue
I like the sweet Filipino spaghetti sauce! We just use ground pork and it tastes great!
I’ll have to try it. Hope you’re feeling better today
@@CarefreeChris Thanks Chris!
It's a value for money in JY Square Grocery store and been there quite a few times. There are plenty of grocery stores in Metro Cebu you can film we have Ayala Metro Grocery, Robinsons Supermarket, Gaisano Grocery, SM Grocery. We also have Landers and S&R similar to Costco in the U.S. and much more. Thanks Chris for the tour.
Thanks for the tips!
@@CarefreeChris You're welcome.
Hi Chris, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and Jo.
Thanks for taking us shopping. When I had my business and lived there, Walter Mart was where I often shopped at. I miss the seasonal fruits.
And about the eggs not being refrigerated, that is correct. In the olden days, eggs were not washed. There's a thin layer on eggs called "bloom" which is a natural way of preserving eggs up to 6 weeks with no refrigeration. We have over 400 egg laying chickens and we sell our eggs unwashed which is what most people want. We clean off the poop, if any. We keep our chicken's bedding clean.
Ingat
Hey Jessica. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family:)
@@CarefreeChrisChris, I am so sorry, I didn't know about you and Jo.
I'm still on a catch-up mode with your videos.
I was about to put on my headphones, gather eggs and listen to your last podcast when I saw some of the comments which gave me the indication that y'all are not dating anymore.
My grandmother said it best, IMHO. She said when we go shoe shopping, we try on as many shoes as possible that would fit Us in the one that we like.
Keep trying on those shoes.
Virtual hugs
Have a Happy & Healthy New Year!
Yes! Love it! Same to you:)
Great video, thanks for posting 👍🏻.
I will be moving to IT or Business Park in March and really enjoying your video from Cebu City
Glad it was helpful!
Coconut oil and palm òil is not healthy for you. They always combined them in instant noodles, bread.
Another great insight video… these video are very informative. Ty👍🏼
Glad it was helpful! Hope you're good there:)
Still catching up with the rest of your vlogs. Enjoyed the video. Looking forward to the ayala grocery shopping if it ever comes up in the future. I think it would be great for you to consider going through stores to see and compare prices especially these days for over there too. Just thought it was interesting. All I have been seeing so far are ASMRs or just random videos of grocery shopping with no prices. Just a suggestion
Yeah. I put the prices up when buying stuff
@@CarefreeChris Yes I noticed that too thank you
Chris and Jho, I hope that 2024 is filled with peace, love, and happiness for both of you and your loved ones
Thank you. Hope the same for you as well:)
Chris, your cameraman is a stud! Don't let the other vloggers know about him. He's the only one I know that can walk backwards while filming without tripping. 😂😂😂
Happy New Year!!
lol happy new year brother:)
I wonder if bagels are common over there. I try to stay away from bread and other refined carbs but I do indulge in a cinnamon-raisin bagel every now and then. Ya, those snacks that wreaks havoc on one's system and cause the usual chronic dis-eases. That's a good deal for a 1.12 kg (2.5 lb) of powdered milk at US$7.65...assuming that it's not laden with fillers and other undesirable stuff. I actually prefer powdered milk for coffee, hot chocolate, oatmeal, etc. as it doesn't go bad; no point in getting fresh milk that sour in a few days. Why not just get pure instant coffee without the added sugar? Are ready-to-serve (washed) packaged salads (cabbage, kale, Brussels sprouts, arugula, spinach, etc. or a combo thereof...you know, the good stuff) available at larger supermarkets like they are in the US? "Sorry. Out of stock, sir."😁 The savings got nullified by the 12% sales tax. That's pretty steep...much higher than those of the most expensive cities in the US not to mention that many if not all States do not tax groceries. Just sayin'.
I have not seen any bagels. I’m snacking on pandosal which is yummy
@@CarefreeChris Ya, fresh hot pan de sal (salt bread) sandwich with Bohol kalamay = very yummy. Some folks would probably go into a sugar coma...but it's very yummy.
I was in Cebu last January 2023 meeting my wife’s family on Lapu Lapu and we hit a local market, it was nice. I think first time visitors to the Phil might be shocked getting off the plane in Cebu, i think fir the first week maybe stay near IT Park if you have the money before getting more used to your surroundings. But, unless your wealthy, i would try to move to a way cheaper place.
It's a decent little market for sure
Nice vid CFC. Going to the grocery is much the same as it was in the US except I don't see anyone busted by security for trying to steal here in the Philz unlike California. Use a calc or divide by ~ 50 to figure out how many dollars you are spending :)
Sometimes we hit a similar type of grocer instead of the big mall grocer for dried clear noodles, dried mushrooms, larger containers of ice cream. My wife prefers the open market for meat and veggies but sometimes you need something in a pinch and all of these stores have Filipino staples. I can't find sour cream, or non- irradiated fresh milk anywhere (understandably) but I recently found a Yogurt vendor in the big mall. But they have real salted butter and Philly cream cheese in many stores. I use the Nestle powered milk for my coffee creamer so her nephews trudge over daily to make some milk for themselves. I think westerners coming to any reasonably sized city in the Philz can find most of what they want or a close approximation as far as food items for cooking. I do have to order some favored over the counter meds and toiletries off of Lazada for home delivery because they are not sold in any of our stores which is fine.
I like the smaller grocery stores here too and have no problems finding what i need.
Exchange rate is 55.40 at the moment. Good times.
New to your channel, much appreciation for your info. Anybody ever say you like like Bruce Willis?
Yes:) They use to call me Bruce at work:)
Happy new yr Chris
Happy New Year!:)
Great buy 👋
Thanks 👍
I'm from uk, even I was aghast at the prices in supermarkets...what you can't put a price on is food safety and buying from supermarkets is a lot safer
It's pretty affordable
Happy New Year Chris. Best of health & happiness in 24' 🎉🤙🏽🍻
Thank you!
Thanks for the informative video.
Glad it was helpful!
I suppose a tv dinner would be out of tbe question....how is the food in Cebu?? There mudt be more options thrre?
I’m a fan of the food
Is there indian food in Cebu?
So odd this comment just showed up. Sorry for the delay but yeah the food really isn't that bad here. Tons of eateries here in Cebu City
Chris, just watched a video of yours. I am planning on coming in Oct. 2024, next year. I am a public school teacher and offiallly retiring at the end of Sept. I am working on getting everything in order before leaving, of course. I appreciate your input and vibe. I realize I need or it would be beneficial to have some support there to whatever degree. Not financially, but some guideance on best way to navigate once I get there. I'm 64 yrs. old, and going through divorce right now. I got into teaching late so don't have full retirirement, but enough to live there or in SE Asia. I heard you give some reasons why you left US and I totally agree with you. I hope we might meet some tome and talk about it. Anyway, thought it was a good idea to meke some connections there and friends to help the transition there. I would apprecieate any and all help you might provide. Sincerely, Chuck T
For sure Chuck. Looking forward to seeing you in person
Hi Chris, very informative channel, enjoying your channel. How do you use for US filing taxes from the Philippines??? Thank you.
Chris is there any NA beers that you have seen out there? I don't drink anymore either but I do enjoy the taste of beer once in awhile.
There's a Heineken 0 brother. Not to bad either.
Great job big C , thanks for the prices . That was insightful. , you could milk this idea in a hundred ways bro . 🎉
I appreciate that
Chris, may you have a prosperous 2024.🥂
Thank you and you the same :)
Its probably heavier to ship canned goods to the philippines then it is for plastic bags of things
Yeah. Makes sense
they're produced locally not imported abroad, my guess is it's less expensive and lighter/easier to pack 'em in those bags than in cans .....
🤗✌️🫰👏👏👏😀🤳
:)
i use whole milk for my home made gravy but would try others
The milk in a box isn’t that bad really
@@CarefreeChris i would try what i needed
Happy new year
Same to you
Hey Chris. What camera are you using in the store? Just caught the fact your coming here to Iloilo City. If you have time while your here ill buy ya lunch?
Hey Gary. Would love to.
Do you make your spaghetti Filipino style with hot dogs?
I make my spaghetti more american style :)
What happened to Jo??
We broke up last year
@@CarefreeChris Too bad, she seemed to be a nice companion. Plus she was a little older, nothing worse than seeing Older guys walking around with girls 30 - 40 years younger than them. We will be visiting Family in PI every year now as we are close to retirement but due to influx of expats, we will be spending time in other countries during US winter Months.
So many incredible options here in Southeast Asia
Great video, Chris, We have Colgate Toothpaste here in the UK, which is a major brand here in the UK. Interesting to see the pasta sauce is in the packaging you showed us, here in the UK, is predomanantly in glass jars, and as for the weighing of the produce, thanks for letting us know, is that common only in Cebu or across the philippines? I am overly keen on Pork unless its in sausages, but am keen on chicken. is it common in the US to regridgerate eggs?
It is pretty common from what i've seen. As far as eggs, yeah they're refrigerated in the US
Good evening! I just came across your channel and subscribed. I’m also a Filipina vlogger currently living here in Cebu. May I ask if we can collaborate and can I interview you? I wanted to send you an email but I can’t seem to find any information on that. Thank you.
Yes. Let have a coffee sometime soon and talk. I’ll check your channel for contact info
@@CarefreeChris sure. :)
Fun!! Flip flops!!!
Yes. Love my slippers:)
Reminds me of living in FIJI...they try and copy our names and also put preservastives in everyting to keep longer. Is there any organic items you see..THX>
I think it's all organic. Not sure:)
Your better off going to the local fresh produce market. Only buy vegetables and fruits that have advertised prices or you have confirmation from a local Pinoy. I’ve met you before at Ayala mall at Starbucks and at The Social. I’ll be there again in about 3 weeks this time for a 3-4 month stint. Maybe we can get group together to do some bike riding touring. Enjoy the Philippines!
Sounds great:)
Fish chips nope won't see that here!.
You also won't see you mixing rice and eggs mixed together. 😅
Yea, buddy, I remember seeing you!😂
Exactly!!
Christopher..where is jo? She is nice to look at..lol
We broke up and she’s back in Leyte
OK. Sorry to here bud. Lots of other beautiful Filipina to choose from. Good luck!
the milk powder is more expensive than the el hombre tequila 😅
lol right
El Hombre Tequila is fraudulent tequila! Look up the description of it’s composition. It’s phony. Stuck to real Tequila even if it cost double at least it’s real Tequila.
Shrimp crisps in the UK.
Are they yummy?
@@CarefreeChris they're pretty average actually I live there 20 years ago or so and a lot of the local people would eat them and along with potato chips... But I mean fish and chips is huge there
@@CarefreeChris Yeah I lived in Wales actually super pretty country A lot of outdoor activities a lot of hiking weather is bad for about 4 months but other than that it's beautiful
Fruit Loops & Frosted Flakes & milk in a carton..unrefrigerated 🤔 ya I think I'll survive. A lil disappointed you didn't try them Smalley fish crackers. Ya know, for them views 😄 Seriously tho..where the mayo at?!
Hilarious
What ? You never had Goldfish crackers in the USA 🙃
There's self stable milk in the U.S. too
Western produce are expensive because they have to be imported......duties & taxes. So, don't expect those to be cheap. You must be able to adopt to the local brand if you really want to save $$$$$$$$. I'll give you a tip and you can save hundreds of dollars by just going to a public market for fresh fruits, vegetables, and fish then the meat at the groceries. You can ask your partner to go to the wet market if you can't stand the smell of the fish section while you shop at the groceries for the meat and others that you can't find in the public market.
Pretty decent prices at this local market
You have mentioned numerous times about English language in the Philippines and while thats true if you don’t speak the local dialect you will be taken advantage of. Try to partner with a Bisaya speaker in cebu. Locals will judge you based on the language you speak. Tagolog and english only speakers you will be exploited.
Great advice and I plan on learning the local dialect. I've already started:)
Crazy how expensive that store is compared to the average wages in the Philippines. I pay less for those products at the Dollar Tree in America
Some things were a little high weren’t they
Yes dollar tree is my go too!
Heavily process food..Very sad 😥 Where is the pasture meat pastured eggs and pasture butter an organic fruit at?Godspeed..
Different world for sure
Go to the "palenke", the public market. Things there are more likely less processed and organic than in the supermarkets. And cheaper as well on average....
You look like vin diesel
:)
More sugar, diabetes
sugar sugar sugar
your gay
Thank you. I pride myself in being happy go lucky or carefree:)
Thank you for the offer though
@@CarefreeChris i said gay , not festive