About this video
Ever wondered about the REAL cost of groceries in Thailand? Join me for the most comprehensive grocery shopping tour you'll find online! I'm taking you inside Gourmet Market at Siam Paragon, Bangkok's premier upscale supermarket, to show you ACTUAL prices for everything from local Thai produce to imported Western goods.
Whether you're an expat living in Thailand, planning to move here, or just curious about Thai cost of living, this detailed walkthrough will answer all your questions about grocery shopping in Bangkok. I'll cover everything from budget-friendly local options to premium imported products, giving you the full picture of what it really costs to eat well in Thailand.
📍 DETAILED TIMESTAMPS:
💰 COMPREHENSIVE PRICE BREAKDOWN:
🥭 FRESH PRODUCE:
- Local mangoes: 69 THB ($2.15)
- Premium durian: 139-399 THB ($4-12)
- Imported avocados: 59-144 THB ($2-4.50)
- Organic kale: 75 THB ($2.35)
- Fuji apples: 39 THB ($1.20)
🧀 IMPORTED DAIRY:
- European cheeses: 169-425 THB ($5-13)
- Australian Bega cheese: 250 THB ($7.80)
- French camembert: 165 THB ($5.15)
- Premium parmesan: 325 THB ($10)
🥩 PREMIUM MEATS:
- Thai beef sirloin: 74 THB/100g ($2.30)
- Australian Wagyu: 330 THB/100g ($10)
- Japanese A5 Wagyu: 550 THB/100g ($17)
- Ground beef: 55 THB ($1.70)
- Chicken breast: 57 THB ($1.80)
🐟 FRESH SEAFOOD:
- Norwegian salmon: 159-180 THB ($5-6)
- Live Maine lobster: 2,990 THB ($93)
- Live king crab: 6,900 THB ($215)
- Fresh sushi: 49-180 THB ($1.50-6)
🍺 BEVERAGES:
- Local Thai beer: 32-99 THB ($1-3)
- Imported craft beer: 179-245 THB ($5.60-7.65)
- Local water: 13-14 THB ($0.40)
- Fiji water: 85 THB ($2.65)
- Red Bull: 75 THB ($2.35)
🍝 PANTRY STAPLES:
- Italian pasta: 135-149 THB ($4-4.65)
- Premium olive oil: 419 THB ($13)
- Local milk (2L): 99 THB ($3.10)
- Nutella: 155 THB ($4.85)
- Bread/baguette: 70-109 THB ($2.20-3.40)
🏪 ABOUT GOURMET MARKET:
Located in the basement of Siam Paragon (connected to BTS Siam Station), Gourmet Market is Thailand's premium supermarket chain. While prices here are higher than local markets, the selection is incredible - featuring products from over 20 countries including hard-to-find Western brands, organic produce, and gourmet items you won't find elsewhere in Thailand.
💡 SHOPPING TIPS FOR THAILAND:
- Currency: All prices in Thai Baht (THB) - divide by 32 for USD
- Best deals: Local produce and Thai brands offer excellent value
- Import costs: Western/imported items cost 2-3x more than home countries
- Fresh food: Outstanding quality and variety, especially seafood
- Location matters: Upscale malls = higher prices, local markets = better deals
🎯 WHO THIS VIDEO HELPS:
- Expats living in Bangkok or planning to move
- Digital nomads budgeting for Thailand stays
- Retirees considering Thailand retirement
- Travelers wanting to understand local costs
- Food enthusiasts curious about Thai grocery culture
- Anyone researching Thailand cost of living
This isn't your typical tourist content - it's real prices, real shopping, showing you exactly what life costs in one of Asia's most popular expat destinations. From budget-conscious locals to luxury shoppers, there's something for everyone in Thailand's grocery scene.
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