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Comparing Supermarket Prices in China to the UK (Shocking Discovery)
Alan and Shannon shop at a Walmart in Guangzhou and compare selected grocery and household prices with those at Asda in the UK.
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27 min2025-07Comparing Supermarket Prices in China to the UK (Shocking Discovery)China vs UK Supermarket Prices: Guangzhou Grocery Haul & Cost of LivingWhen visiting a Chinese Walmart, expect a different layout—dairy first, not fresh produce. Local brands like yakult are significantly cheaper than in the UK.Shop for frozen dumplings as a cheap meal in China—£2 per bag versus £4.50 in the UK. Avoid cheese as it's expensive and not a local staple.Summer, Guangzhou / Guangdong
41 min2024-12GROCERY STORE IN CHINA Food, Prices (How it Compares to the West)Grocery Shopping in Beijing: A Comparison of PricesAn eSIM such as Airalo is suggested for staying connected in China. It can provide internet access without having to set up a local SIM card after arrival.Some Chinese supermarkets have cooked-to-order food sections. These can offer a convenient meal option, particularly for people with busy schedules in the city.Winter, Beijing
16 min2024-10Impossible $10 Challenge in China’s Favourite SupermarketXiamen Supermarket Adventure: $10 Challenge in YonghuiChina’s supermarket plastic use stood out to the couple compared with their experience in India. This was their observation during the visit, not a measured comThe supermarket offers many types of rice and noodles. The couple found the selection broader than what they usually see in UK supermarkets, with more choices iAutumn, Xiamen / Fujian
23 min2024-08CHINA: Supermarket Tour 2024 (SHOCKING PRICES)Chongqing Supermarket Tour: Affordable Prices & Daily Life in ChinaUse a translation app to find locations in Chinese, and copy-paste the name. If you get lost, have a picture of your hotel address to show someone.When traveling in China, it's helpful to have a translation app to navigate and communicate more effectively.Summer, Chongqing
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