Why Manila Is The Best Place To Buy A Toaster

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  • čas přidán 16. 03. 2024
  • Amazon? Lazada? Market Market? Apparently, this is real life for Americans trying to make a life in BGC.
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Komentáře • 421

  • @lady_g406
    @lady_g406 Před 4 měsíci +87

    Only the Lockwoods can make a video about a toaster and it's still a lot entertaining than most other vlogs!

  • @anloy26
    @anloy26 Před 4 měsíci +28

    Congratulations! You just made a toaster purchase into a minimovie! You guys just know how to make the mundane into something worth watching! Takes a lot more than editing to do that. Hope the toast is good!

    • @livethephilippines
      @livethephilippines  Před 4 měsíci +6

      Thank you so much!!! So happy you see this episode in that way.

  • @nathanbumadilla4453
    @nathanbumadilla4453 Před 4 měsíci +43

    Asahi and Hanabishi are actually good brands for appliances here in the Philippines and are affordable, so you guys hit the jackpot✨

    • @renco9141
      @renco9141 Před 4 měsíci +4

      Hanabishi is low Q

    • @Scamander1417
      @Scamander1417 Před 4 měsíci

      ​@@renco9141Really? I think they've been around since the 80's. And it's a Japanese brand. I have a Hanabishi microwave. I hope it will last.

    • @MikkosFree
      @MikkosFree Před 4 měsíci

      @@Scamander1417 That's if you get real Hanabishi. There are so many copy cats around that it has compromised the brand name.

    • @joffsonmotions
      @joffsonmotions Před 4 měsíci +1

      Asahi appliances are built to last

    • @maviana3794
      @maviana3794 Před 4 měsíci

      have been using Asahi most of my life and I agree

  • @Jekmyster
    @Jekmyster Před 4 měsíci +14

    personally, most Filipinos would buy the oven toaster and not the standard toaster, because with an oven toaster, you can use it for more items than just bread, aka reheating most fried food so that they remain crispy, or cook simple things like hotdogs, hams, and sometimes bacon. BTW love that last show of everyone waiting for toast. That placed a huge smile on my face.

    • @livethephilippines
      @livethephilippines  Před 4 měsíci +7

      We have a really good working oven. So I think we would use that for what you’re talking about. We were just on a mission for the most simple toaster. We could find that would get the job done. 👍🏻

    • @iflipover
      @iflipover Před 4 měsíci

      @@livethephilippinesYes, we usually prefer that type of toaster. Like even if you have stale chips, just toast it in the ‘oven-style’ and it’s crunchy good again (after cooling). And they’re sometimes the same price too (for small ones).

  • @owencular5710
    @owencular5710 Před 4 měsíci +11

    Asahi is a trusted brand in the Philippines you'll never go wrong with that toaster. I've been using mine for years and yes that lid is a plus point.
    And also, when purchasing appliances online or any electronics always look for the official store and check the reviews too.

  • @jehurog
    @jehurog Před 3 měsíci +1

    Erin and Phil are kings and queens when it comes to setting a good example to their kids and allowing the children to see the importance of budgeting. simply the best family 🤍

  • @VinCent-vk6wc
    @VinCent-vk6wc Před 4 měsíci +24

    I like how he said it in 11:22,
    "Its 850php, and 850 is not 14,000php",
    its crazy how they sell a toaster for 14k?!!!
    Asahi is a quality brand So its always good to look for other option and going to Market Market department store is a smart move 👍

  • @Radlie22
    @Radlie22 Před 4 měsíci +7

    im so happy that you've learn so much here in the Philippines, like buying stuff that less the prize.

  • @OHANA-Beach-Suites-CDO
    @OHANA-Beach-Suites-CDO Před 4 měsíci +4

    Glad you guys are showing you're kids how to shop around for better deals on things. We love toasting our bagels daily with coffee to start our day in Seattle. What I love and appreciate most about the Philippines is every shopping experience with the amazing Filipinos is the Security greet you with a smile and all other staff and when you buy a product they pull it out and check everything with you. Also for parking in the mall garages you never have to worry about car break ins like in the USA security watch everything so it's very rare in the mall garages in the Philippines. You guys are so much fun to watch! LET'S GOOOOOOO ABC/LTP.......MOMDUTY......IN BGC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @janetceniza8091
    @janetceniza8091 Před 4 měsíci +7

    husband speaking - Yep, go into the elevator and stand there then realize you did not push up or down, been there.

  • @xericxonyoutube
    @xericxonyoutube Před 4 měsíci +9

    Love the day to day life, makes me think living there may be possible one day. When i travel, i love going to random stores, groceries etc to see how people live

  • @jasonlbn
    @jasonlbn Před 4 měsíci +2

    Never in my life would I ever think of watching someone buy a toaster. But I thoroughly enjoyed this video for some reason. 😅

  • @ginag17
    @ginag17 Před 4 měsíci +2

    SMEG is a super high end brand. So it’s pricy but over $200 is price gouging.

  • @alwaysInMotion001
    @alwaysInMotion001 Před 4 měsíci +3

    So entertaining...love that the whole family is in on the production. You guys should frequent the top floor of that Market Market mall for electronics, gadgets, cell phone stuff, etc...Even drones. Cheaper than High Street!

  • @rachelfelicita2679
    @rachelfelicita2679 Před 4 měsíci +3

    Wow, that's cool! It's like I'm watching a day in the life of the Lockwoods! It's kind of like you're really embracing the Filipino way of life, especially with your experiences like buying everyday items such as toasters. Experiencing firsthand shopping here in the Philippines is definitely an unforgettable experience!

  • @aaronronquillo2122
    @aaronronquillo2122 Před 4 měsíci +3

    In BGC, Market Market is the go-to place if you seek less expensive stuff. For a lot of us Filipinos, we don't care much about high-end stuff, if it works, we'll take it.

  • @dollyl5596
    @dollyl5596 Před 4 měsíci +6

    The asahi brand is pretty good, we use the same brand for our oven toaster and other appliances as well like electric fan and rice cooker

  • @kurotitlog908
    @kurotitlog908 Před 4 měsíci +8

    Send the delivery to Ocampo family since they have someone to receive it. Ask Nelvine to pay for it as well, then collect it afterward. 😅

    • @MomDuty
      @MomDuty Před 4 měsíci +2

      This is the best idea ever!!!😆🤣Hilarious!!!!!!

  • @JustWJP
    @JustWJP Před 4 měsíci +3

    I love how you guys are kind of putting your self out there more now than staying with what’s comfortable or what you guys are used to I know bgc gives that comfort but life is too short to stay inside the fence

  • @Benjie_Alds
    @Benjie_Alds Před 4 měsíci +1

    You guys are really adapting to Philippines' style of life. ❤

  • @joc7996
    @joc7996 Před 4 měsíci +3

    this was a fun vid. love the editing.
    what i learnt is everyday can be an adventure.
    also, i love that the kids are confident with what they want at their age i.e. ordering what they want to eat and buy.
    just an observation.
    ingat lagi (take care always).

  • @_nahnahnah9207
    @_nahnahnah9207 Před 4 měsíci +4

    Every time you upload a new one, I just like, YESSS!!!!! here I go!!!!

  • @kukiesstuff9428
    @kukiesstuff9428 Před 4 měsíci +1

    more shopping and unboxing videos pleeaaassseee!

  • @buddybemis6500
    @buddybemis6500 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Just subscribed. I love Philippines, too! Thank you for loving our country.

    • @user-wu9ec6pi3b
      @user-wu9ec6pi3b Před 2 měsíci

      Yes pare but you and I know 850 isn't cheap di ba? I'm American lived here for decades I wish they stop saying everything is cheap because it's really not and I've worked with many foreigners when I came here as an Expat worker, but ended up broke and very very few can last here five years or more it's not easy here for most me I have a few business my income has now exceeded what I was making in United States. I am also involved in some manufacturing. and everything is exported so I'm earning dollar equivalent

  • @ellekagy
    @ellekagy Před 4 měsíci +4

    Loved the editing!!!

  • @vhicb7998
    @vhicb7998 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Keep the vlog coming….im waiting

  • @liamgamingvlog7416
    @liamgamingvlog7416 Před 3 měsíci

    We saw you guys 3 weeks ago on the sunday morning im too shy to speak with you guys soon ill try my best to take a picture with yall enjoy our country and thank you for visiting philippines

  • @johnlauren19
    @johnlauren19 Před 4 měsíci +2

    I love Market Market! Missing home! Watching from Germany. ❤❤❤

  • @matniekinere5125
    @matniekinere5125 Před 4 měsíci +1

    You guys are amazing
    Keep posting video pls❤

  • @emmans05
    @emmans05 Před 4 měsíci +2

    Abenson is also a store selling home and kitchen appliances that can deliver same day after you checkout within Metro Manila. They have their own online shop.
    Anson's is another alternative but not sure if they do deliver same day upon checkout as Abenson.

  • @renco9141
    @renco9141 Před 4 měsíci +3

    There’s Abenson near one bonifacio mall…you should also try True Value in Forbestown near burgos circle

  • @mariel146
    @mariel146 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Such a fun video! Very cool family 😍

  • @Levi-rj2hd
    @Levi-rj2hd Před 4 měsíci +1

    this is relaxing somehow. great job guys

  • @evangelinecruz7720
    @evangelinecruz7720 Před 4 měsíci +2

    I have been following your live videos and enjoyed it.

  • @jeniaduran7963
    @jeniaduran7963 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Big difference with regards to prices in BGC and MarketMarket. Good job guys👍

  • @GideonBeldia
    @GideonBeldia Před 4 měsíci +1

    I like how you create your videos and so creative and well conceptualized. Beautiful family.

  • @jeff9734
    @jeff9734 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Love these videos about small random adventures

  • @laurencedwaynetan
    @laurencedwaynetan Před 4 měsíci +2

    Love the episode!

  • @hemeranyx4441
    @hemeranyx4441 Před 3 měsíci

    Omg! I'm getting addicted to your channel! LOL! I love your little family!

  • @schumacher47
    @schumacher47 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Informative videos living in the Philippines.

  • @gorgousmom
    @gorgousmom Před 4 měsíci

    Hahaha you guys are cute! I love the toaster purchase vlog!🥰

  • @reyronaldsolde2923
    @reyronaldsolde2923 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Still fun watching you guys even for a toaster content! ❤❤❤❤

  • @kirbyisjaye
    @kirbyisjaye Před 4 měsíci +1

    We are always walking in the same street and I am waiting for the day I bump into the Lockwoods - hope to see you guys soon

  • @guillermosacayanan2116
    @guillermosacayanan2116 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Love watching u guys..enjoy ur stay

  • @TheJhaRhino
    @TheJhaRhino Před 4 měsíci +3

    I love everything about this video. So fun to watch! Thank you for making these vlogs ❤

    • @livethephilippines
      @livethephilippines  Před 4 měsíci +3

      This makes us so happy 🤗 thank you for watching and supporting us 🫶

    • @TheJhaRhino
      @TheJhaRhino Před 4 měsíci +1

      Aw, no thank you! You guys are touching lives through your family's journey. Keep it up y'all and always be safe. ❤️

  • @curioustan
    @curioustan Před 4 měsíci +1

    Didn't think this would be enjoyable to watch. Nice vid! :D

  • @amorpolicarpio3747
    @amorpolicarpio3747 Před 4 měsíci +1

    L❤ve this vlog! 👌 Awesome Lockwoods!!! 👏

  • @fquails
    @fquails Před 4 měsíci

    Haha! Love it! Very entertaining-my favorite part is the scene where you were waiting for the toast. 😂😂

  • @francegrnm
    @francegrnm Před 4 měsíci

    A whole adventure for a toaster! Haha love it! Love the very random vlog 😆

  • @mariorobles5725
    @mariorobles5725 Před 4 měsíci

    Good job. That's one good toasted adventure. I like the actual bread toasting clip , which is very cinematic.

  • @jericoestabillo1819
    @jericoestabillo1819 Před 4 měsíci +1

    This is a simple content but I'm really enjoying watching the full video because I appreciate how engaging you are in the videos you're doing.

  • @henryaganon514
    @henryaganon514 Před 3 měsíci

    turning a small task into an actually entertaining movie?! heck yeah! gotta love the lockwoods. thank you.

  • @imeldageneroso8369
    @imeldageneroso8369 Před 4 měsíci +4

    Good choice! Very practical

  • @Ryan_Christopher
    @Ryan_Christopher Před 2 měsíci

    All my Hanabishi fans have conked-out. Ran them 24/7 for a couple of years. I have since switched to Asahi Appliances. Trusted Japanese brand. You got the same toaster model I did.
    Stateside I had a $50 Hamilton Beach toaster, with Bagel Mode.

  • @Scamander1417
    @Scamander1417 Před 4 měsíci +1

    "Wow, crumbs!" So relatable.😄 I just can't get enough of you guys. It's like waiting for the next season of a blockbuster series! I wish the Ocampos have uploaded today. Gotta go check.

    • @livethephilippines
      @livethephilippines  Před 4 měsíci +1

      Thank you for loving us and appreciating us so much. You can’t wait to see the next upload. You’re the best.🤗🤗🤗

  • @Ilaya593
    @Ilaya593 Před 4 měsíci +2

    Great family vlog! Love the bloopers, too! Hahaha!! 🤣😘💕

  • @mogultown29
    @mogultown29 Před 4 měsíci

    13:18 Colt being the head of the family sometimes. 😂 Great vlog, Lockwoods fam! Can’t wait for your next daily life vlog!

  • @josebasanez3072
    @josebasanez3072 Před 4 měsíci +2

    I have the SMEG citrus juicer. In my opinion, it's one of the best small appliance investment I did, aside from the Breville Milk Frother and Aarke Carbonator. It's been five years and I still use the SMEG citrus juicer twice a week making ginger Lemon honey detox and daily for fresh orange juice. Already got my R.O.I. 😊

  • @Krish-tq3qm
    @Krish-tq3qm Před 4 měsíci +1

    More videos, please!

  • @bigwinie
    @bigwinie Před 4 měsíci +1

    This episode made me buy a new toaster from Amazon. Thanks a lot, guys. lol Watching from California.

  • @gayezilla
    @gayezilla Před 4 měsíci +1

    i look forward for the can opener

  • @ssor8581
    @ssor8581 Před 4 měsíci +1

    It’s fun also to watch behind the scene video 😂❤ stay safe

  • @09ashcraft
    @09ashcraft Před 4 měsíci +1

    Nice Vid!!!

  • @iflipover
    @iflipover Před 4 měsíci

    Wahaha this was fun to watch, esp the skit/edit during the elevator scene and the toasting part.
    Btw, when it comes to Lazada (and other online) deliveries, you can actually request your building front desk if it’s okay for them to receive stuff and you can pick it up later on. That’s what we usually do. 😊

  • @Mariainthephilippines
    @Mariainthephilippines Před 3 měsíci

    Totally right, going out and checking places is the best way to know what is good. I do this for electronics here too. and appliances. much needed. I so need to get a toaster as well lol

  • @alvinsuede6091
    @alvinsuede6091 Před 4 měsíci

    This was definitely entertaining and watched it like 5 times now

  • @KamilleN16
    @KamilleN16 Před 4 měsíci

    I like the quirky skits..As long as you guys are having fun. :)

  • @salvecantal8146
    @salvecantal8146 Před 2 měsíci

    hello love watching your video pls make more videos about how you like to staying in Philippines

  • @amaliahightower
    @amaliahightower Před 4 měsíci +1

    What an entertaining vlog 🩷 Asahi 🇵🇭 toaster vs Smeg 🇮🇹 toaster and made in the 🇵🇭 won 💙. Lockwood fam…I’m impressed!
    I do wanna buy the Smeg fridge someday 😂

  • @daphbacus9256
    @daphbacus9256 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Best episode and its about toasters, hehe. You can find good finds if you find hard enough and enjoy the search, nice one guys😊

  • @ricecorner
    @ricecorner Před měsícem

    Miso salmon my fave 🥲cannot wait to try these restaurants you guys are showing soon in our trip back to my motherland 🇵🇭🤍

  • @MomDuty
    @MomDuty Před 4 měsíci

    That SMEG brand is so stinkin’ cute though! I’d love to turn my entire kitchen into SMEG! Haha. Market Market has some great finds. We found a lot of our stuff at Abensons, plus they deliver if you can’t carry it all. And you can always have stuff delivered to us guys☺️

  • @pilipinasmoveforward3502
    @pilipinasmoveforward3502 Před 4 měsíci +1

    I love the Lockwoods family.

  • @CyrusTheGreat8791
    @CyrusTheGreat8791 Před 4 měsíci +2

    I❤ this episode!😊

  • @lucianorosso3375
    @lucianorosso3375 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Average employees income is only 500 pesos a day. Roughly $10. So that 160 ramen is very expensive for them already

  • @wandamaximoff813
    @wandamaximoff813 Před 4 měsíci

    a toaster with a lid, cool! highly recommended to homes with lots of crawly creepies lol

  • @inq7netph
    @inq7netph Před 4 měsíci +1

    5:40 huge markup on that Smeg TSF01. Highest price I've seen listed in European online stores is €190 (11 580 pesos), but they're usually around €140 (8500 pesos)

    • @livethephilippines
      @livethephilippines  Před 3 měsíci

      Many/most brand-name items cost more here, ostensibly due to duties, freight, etc.?

  • @infinote1260
    @infinote1260 Před 4 měsíci

    Nice. Enjoy

  • @joelvaldez8982
    @joelvaldez8982 Před 4 měsíci

    That’s a SMEG brand- top of the line :) they also have a colab with Dolce and Gabbana

  • @arniehere
    @arniehere Před 4 měsíci +1

    Loving the vids ❤

  • @kennethbandong7302
    @kennethbandong7302 Před 4 měsíci

    Behind the scenes are hilarious!!!

  • @DDEighteen18
    @DDEighteen18 Před 4 měsíci

    I remember when Market Market newly opened and we have to write a school paper for it. Fun high school times.

  • @evo9mrk
    @evo9mrk Před 4 měsíci +1

    Try visiting Mitsukoshi BGC next, you'll find some good food halls there and another option to go shopping as well 😀

    • @livethephilippines
      @livethephilippines  Před 4 měsíci

      We love that mall! Kids want us to take them there all the time 😊

  • @aarongarcia4377
    @aarongarcia4377 Před 4 měsíci +2

    I always this family. Very classy everytime 😊❤️

    • @livethephilippines
      @livethephilippines  Před 4 měsíci +1

      Thank you 🙏😊 so happy you liked this one too. It was a little different for us.

  • @joelpabico5736
    @joelpabico5736 Před 4 měsíci

    One of a kind episode, i enjoyed it.😊

  • @ameliatongol9266
    @ameliatongol9266 Před 3 měsíci

    I enjoy watching your channel ❤god bless you guys❤😊

  • @sunkitzzed
    @sunkitzzed Před 4 měsíci

    i was just about to suggest market market :D

  • @veronicasogon2324
    @veronicasogon2324 Před 4 měsíci

    hi from the Micronesia, love your family❤🧡💛💚💙

  • @SharingTravelMoments
    @SharingTravelMoments Před 4 měsíci +1

    Hey Guys, Phil your look at the end of the video was priceless, when you both looked and the final result of the toast and tried to convince everyone it was well cooked, sometimes the eyes don't lie, great video guys

  • @aliasmarg8ta127
    @aliasmarg8ta127 Před 2 měsíci

    16:18 that scene made me laugh so hard. If it was filmed in black and white it would be a piece of film-noir à la Bergman.. Subscribed

  • @alon2245
    @alon2245 Před 4 měsíci

    New subscriber here 🇵🇭

  • @sfrealestatedealmaker6001
    @sfrealestatedealmaker6001 Před 3 měsíci

    I agree Market Market is great 🎉

  • @mamagaysell
    @mamagaysell Před 4 měsíci +1

    16:47 😂 loved this part!🤣

  • @mytutay878
    @mytutay878 Před 4 měsíci

    Hehehe this episode is cute 😁

  • @AJ-kc4ry
    @AJ-kc4ry Před 4 měsíci

    Can opener next week! 😅 good choices guys and good lesson

  • @rjredublo1329
    @rjredublo1329 Před 4 měsíci

    I really love your videos 😊😊❤️

  • @chubi143
    @chubi143 Před 4 měsíci +1

    there’s lots of stores you can. choose from. it’s always good to compare prices. I don’t like Online.

  • @chonasytiao3538
    @chonasytiao3538 Před 4 měsíci

    Try going to SM Aura or SM Makati, Landmark, also in Makati...these department stores are not far from your place.

  • @chino538
    @chino538 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Love the waiting of the toast part 😂😂😂

  • @89GTFoxDude
    @89GTFoxDude Před 4 měsíci

    You guys should go to Guimaras Island in May when they have their annual Mango Festival! 👌💚💛🥭🇵🇭