What Does $20 Get You in Makati, Philippines?

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Known as the Central Business District of the Philippines, the lavish city of Makati is unmistakably THE MOST EXPENSIVE city in the Philippines... That said, Yaw and Evan take on the challenge of stretching $20 in Makati within 24 HOURS. Will this city devour our budget? Is the prices more expensive than the West? Today we find out...
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Timestamps:
0:00 What Does $20 Get You in Makati, Philippines?
0:15 The Coffee Academics
1:50 Sisigarada - Filipino Street Food
6:49 Yuchengco Museum
9:10 Ayala Triangle
11:00 Price Recap - Did We Spend $20?
13:20 Shalom
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@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

Where would you like us to do our $20 challenge next? Comment down below...

@MultiPasswordman Жыл бұрын

Quezon city street food

@TT-by7tv Жыл бұрын

Massage or pedicure :)

@MultiPasswordman Жыл бұрын

@@TT-by7tv massage of course

@raananh Жыл бұрын

In a Filipino "Palenka" to see how much food can you buy. Then compare it to a typical Filipino supermarket.

@cjcrystal1726 Жыл бұрын

Greenhills

@renealcid6708 Жыл бұрын

Agree that it offers the Singapore vibe BUT $20.00 will not get you far or anywhere so to speak in Singapore. Furthermore, you certainly will not get warmth and hospitality that is commonplace not only in Makati but everywhere in the Philippines!

@yaw8176 Жыл бұрын

That is a good point to point out, thanks Rene!

@VegasNegus Жыл бұрын

Love these videos. Saves us time and research.

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

Thanks for tuning in!

@garyburgmylifeandtimes6354 Жыл бұрын

Looks like a trip to Makati is in my future 😁. Thanks for the information and share guys!

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

Our pleasure Gary!

@Samalb900 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your videos. I hope to see you in person soon

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

hope to run into some time, thanks for watching

@keemoe007 Жыл бұрын

That's great! And I get to see you eating again. Yessah.

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

Food was delicious Norman!

@TravelwithSuccess Жыл бұрын

This collab is amazing, videos are coming in great then ever before ❤️

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

Thanks man! Appreciate the love 🙌

@maclovioberumen1917 Жыл бұрын

Coffee looked good and the food did too. So thank you po. Savvy Expats you really are savvy.

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

the coffee and food sure was delicious! appreciate the support Maclovio

@luisdeharo8563 Жыл бұрын

Love Makati and I love your approach. Great guys, keep up the good work!!

@yaw8176 Жыл бұрын

thank you!

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

appreciate you Luis!

@GMANN83 Жыл бұрын

Great video of information guys , I just returned from Manila and I'm looking forward to going back to the Philippines try other areas I had a excellent time I tested my budget $35 lasted from Monday when I arrived till Friday, loved it.

@tedlasalvia9668 Жыл бұрын

Nice video Evan! How about some "fun" videos of costs for things that young people like to do (or old people like me who like to do fun active things). This can be such as going to a nice movie theatre and looking at the costs associated with both the movies and concessions; active events such as night markets, go-carting, zip lines, driving a race car :D. Not sure what kind of budget you have, but consider things for an active lifestyle. I look forward to your future videos!

@anthonyuy6781 Жыл бұрын

Oh I miss Makati already. I worked there for almost 4 years. When I get bored. I just walk around late afternoon or at night. I was there last October 2022. Too bad it rained so often (it was a stormy week). Greetings from 🇩🇪 😊

@anthonyuy6781 3 ай бұрын

@@LennefalkStudios germany is also good. I just dont like winter time. Its too cold for me. Gadgets are a bit expensive. Thats a great goal relocating in north asia. The branded gadgets and clothing even shoes are cheaper there than here in germany. And internet is also cheap.

@noviepemusic860 Жыл бұрын

Hi I will be in Makati this 24th. Thanks for this video. Everything is in my itinerary now :)

@beksinthecity1378 Жыл бұрын

Very unique vlog. New subscriber here, I'm excited to watch your future videos. More power! ❤️❤️❤️

@GMANN83 Жыл бұрын

The way you guys do that $20 challenge is great I mean for what you spent you could go back and do it all over again $20 would never go that far in the states maybe unless you're eating from the taco trucks which is not bad thank you guys.

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

So true, $20 can go a long way in the Philippines even in the expensive cities. In Chicago, that $20 would dwindle away easily.

@creatorofgods1668 Жыл бұрын

Where I live a smoothie already costs $9. A meal for 1 person already hits $15.

@nikkoelnar8366 Жыл бұрын

Filipino here. I've worked in Makati for 5 years. Now based in Paris, France. Hope you guys enjoy your stay in the Philippines. Kudos!

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

Right on Nikko! We appreciate your support 🙌

@insight113 Жыл бұрын

Finally! A content worth watching where you dont feel like losing half of your brain 👍.

@lukemaxwell96 Жыл бұрын

Yessir! Love the outdoor vids. It’s too cold in Wash. DC. I was just visiting Texas and it was 80 degrees. Need to go to the Philippines next lol

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

Luke! Good to see you on the channel again man. More vlogs to come!

@lukemaxwell96 Жыл бұрын

@@TheSavvyExpat Awesome! Channel is growing a lot 💪

@Sweet-T-Mama Жыл бұрын

Love it! What month did you do this? It doesn't seem that hot?

@restoreyourcenter9927 Жыл бұрын

Cool idea. Can you do same idea but in different places in Philippines. For example, in Elyu , in iloilo , in boracay, etc

@sender5804 7 ай бұрын

going to Makati (and PH) next week, will check out that Sisigarada

@manilamartin1001 Жыл бұрын

cool video. makati is my home. love all those places. Go. to seasons mall and Ayala light show.

@kanyon_ni_mang_simeon Жыл бұрын

nice your friend's Tagalog is really nice!

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@tonykidd7441 Жыл бұрын

I’ll be in Legazpi village for a month, I’m excited to try the jollijeeps in the area. Great information, appreciate the video

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

Sisigurada is a must try!

@tonykidd7441 Жыл бұрын

It was as good as advertised:). Tried the tapa and sisig, both were delicious!

@JamesIsHereRightNow Жыл бұрын

Quite a savings over Wolfgang’s in BGC, eh, Evan? 😂 I’ve learned that if you stick to local restaurants and dishes, you’ll save huge .

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

It sure is James 😂 one Wolfgang meal can buy countless Filipino Street food meals

@darrylk808 Жыл бұрын

Did your friend get a perm for the recap?😁 Love Ensamadas, but I'm used to just butter and sugar. I notice that in the Philippines they like cheese on top.

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

😂 Yaw and I filmed the price recap a few weeks later

@seantwomey396 Жыл бұрын

Tell us what a night out on a date would cost including drinks and a club admission.

@andyarifwibowo4279 4 ай бұрын

hello thank you for sharing so i can know makati food and culture

@henrybautista3293 9 ай бұрын

How about going to Tarlac city spend $20 there 2 Hours and 9 minutes away from Makati

@krk7922 Жыл бұрын

You can taste the aroma that's funny good video ty sirs

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

😂 appreciate it

@chrissmith197 Жыл бұрын

I like the video but I’m not understanding your math. How did you get 549 pesos when I added it up to be 724 pesos or $13.26

@miguelc.819 Жыл бұрын

Great video guys, but, I wanted to ask, is tipping a thing in Makati ?

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

Yes it is!

@LLVT Жыл бұрын

Would love to visit that sisig truck. Great minds think alike…we did a similar video like this too lol.

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

Right on Brian & Kristina! Definitely recommend you take the Kasen to the Sisig Truck. Would be a great review from all of you!

@ThePhilippinesAccordingtoKevin Жыл бұрын

Kain pa more! 😄

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

🙌

@goldengraham 10 ай бұрын

Makati is really nice. I’m very impressed. 😊

@GioRoyale Жыл бұрын

Good luck to having only $20 here in Ca. And you guys only spent half of your budget. The other day I decided to be out all day on my day off and just a mere 3 hrs. into it, I've already spent 50 + bucks. By the end of the day, my pocket was so exhausted....lol!!!🤣 Great info, Evan! Thank you.

@md-lx5od Жыл бұрын

Ohhh… I used to live and work in makati. The Jollieep is a life saver for me all the time. That’s why I love Makati more than BGC. Because of the Jollijeep 😅

@drlsaria Жыл бұрын

So Im visiting PI in a few weeks but I'm afraid to try street food cause im prone to getting food poisoning. I was wondering if yall had any problems trying street food?

@KnH07 Жыл бұрын

Those are NOT street foods.

@sukuluma-exceedexpectation4686 Жыл бұрын

I need a tour guide in Manila Philippines...to help me out plan my tour...

@stevenbaer9061 Жыл бұрын

Quick question, what is the little green fruit(?) that you squeezed on the sisig? Is it like a lime?

@Aaron-ep9ne Жыл бұрын

Probably calamansi

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

hey Steven that's called calamansi, a citris fruit

@stevenbaer9061 Жыл бұрын

@@TheSavvyExpat thank you

@renealcid6708 Жыл бұрын

Calamansi! Yes, it’s the Filipino version of a lime. Very versatile for it’s size. I love, love, love Calamansi juice. Planted it here in San Diego, bountiful harvest throughout the year, so I get to enjoy it all year long and even share it with family and friends. Prefer the weather here though!

@stevenbaer9061 Жыл бұрын

@@renealcid6708 Calif weather is hard to beat, I used to live 15 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge, would you be willing to share a few calamansi? ...........hmmm it might be a bit of a drive since I live in Boston

@thaidawg9231 Жыл бұрын

Is Makati as quiet as BGC ? Are apartments/ condominium rentals cheaper in Makati ?

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

Makati is actually more quiet than BGC in Legazpo village and Salcedo. Highly recommend it. As for rent, it's on par with BGC prices.

@thaidawg9231 Жыл бұрын

@@TheSavvyExpat Thanks for the info.

@wistlfamilyadventures Жыл бұрын

You can find studio 1 bed condo rentals for around 23k per month on a 6 month contract

@thaidawg9231 Жыл бұрын

@@wistlfamilyadventures Thanks, do you live in Makati ?

@yaw8176 Жыл бұрын

It depends where you are situated in Makati and BGC. I’ve lived in both cities and i find Legazpi Makati to be more quite. Prices in both cities are similar and offer almost a direct price for each preference.

@spmrosepi1 Жыл бұрын

Do you have any videos covering health insurance? Many federal employees looking for cheaper options outside the country once retired due to smaller pension. Most have Blue Cross Blue Shield. Any hospitals take this insurance?

@yaw8176 Жыл бұрын

Most major hospitals accept insurance plans from major companies, but when you go to smaller hospitals they might not accept it at all.

@spmrosepi1 Жыл бұрын

@@yaw8176 thank you for response

@spmrosepi1 Жыл бұрын

@@yaw8176 maybe you should create a video talking about insurance options for expats. Visit several major hospitals from round Manila and list the insurance they accept. Now that would be useful to expats. Not like majority of your subscribers are young and retired. The most major concern retired expats has is health and their options.

@jeffhalbert8991 Жыл бұрын

Could I request a video? If possible, could you teach me more about the business culture and common professionalism practices?

@manilamartin1001 Жыл бұрын

I'm just a photographer here but it seems that your social circle is strongly connected to your business circle. I suggest joining a rotary club or if you like expats you can join the Manila Club for brits or Elks club for American.

@rainshower3173 Жыл бұрын

Depends on the type and scale of business. Most corporations here follows international standards, mostly adapted from US. Of course, large chunk of the standards are pro Filipinos in terms of culture, labor laws (13th month pay, Christmas holidays, local fiesta, etc.). In day to day interaction, smile is a must or you'll never get that "suki" back. Foreigners are only allowed up to 40% shares of the company. These are just few of the many unique points in business here in PH.

@dantorres506 Жыл бұрын

@@rainshower3173 There are many types of businesses where foreigners can own 100% in the Phils. For those who are thinking of setting up a business in the Phils. please do a quick google.

@indo_cad8877 Жыл бұрын

Interesting 🤔🤔

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

tis indeed

@firstandlastname2090 Жыл бұрын

Will $20 by a ticket to a Morissette Amon concert? (Just curious, I would definitely pay more!)

@manilamartin1001 Жыл бұрын

Any love for some other local eats like Indian food or japanese and Chinese and Korean cheap eats?

@yaw8176 Жыл бұрын

Will be checking it out soon, stay tuned :))

@cjcrystal1726 Жыл бұрын

Makati CBD has lower Manhattan vibes

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

exactly my thoughts

@frankiefernandez9225 Жыл бұрын

GOOD VLOG👍👍👍❤️🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

Thanks Frankie!

@MultiPasswordman Жыл бұрын

I'd spend my $20 on a 2 hour massage (or a 1 hour luxury one in rockwell!)

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

Well worth it!

@sprikitik9719 Жыл бұрын

Massage in Makati Legaspi streets are cheaper

@Lorenzinho100 2 ай бұрын

Many students get by with 20 usd a week in Manila

@jlmarc01 5 ай бұрын

I want to play Devils Advocate and contradict your observations. But don’t want to sound negative. Still I do enjoy ur videos. Thank you and hope u don’t get mad at be for contradicting ur observation. Just want people to be ready for Manila and how wonderful it really is. Perfect ? No, but almost

@keen3936 Жыл бұрын

nice perm yaw I enjoyed this video. I smashed like. Turned on post notifications I am educated Everyone reading this comment do the same!!! Best decisionof ur life

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

All praise to God babbyyyyy

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

thank you joaquin punzalan

@keen3936 Жыл бұрын

@@TheSavvyExpat omg u replied!!!!!! I love u 😍😍😍😍😍

@yaw8176 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Glad you liked it

@joehogan8234 Жыл бұрын

I still felt that Makati in general was too over priced compared to other cities.

@ceres911 3 ай бұрын

Makati my hometown

@-BigIi- Жыл бұрын

O the disappointment 😑😮‍💨 You guys didn't even mention Andok's Chicken. How could you? 😛 (Jokes aside, I tried Andok's, got hooked - needed the protein, you understand:)) then I heard about Rat-Problems\droppings, and I remembered I often felt a bit queasy after one of their roasted chickens). As a person who workout a lot and protein means a lot to me, it was hard to eat out in the Phils; that's why I rent condos in order to shop for all the meats\chicken and fish I like, and other local ingrediencies, sweet potato - mmmmmyummy - and yams, *GOOD FOOD* 💪😆that's what I'm talking about. I like home cooking. When I buy chicken from places like Jollibee I always found that I was being conned, lots of skin and fat hidden under lovely golden batter with zero nutritional value; they rip you off like that. I don't eat skin and fat, I want CHICKEN FLESH 😋 Many other places I ate at in the Phils employed the same trick. You get more for your money if you're *Savvy* in the kitchen and like home cooking - like me.

@manilamartin1001 Жыл бұрын

I just cook at home as well. I wouldn't say they rip you off at restaurants, just the taste experience isn't the same. It's hard to adjust to the fat levels of the meat served in restaurants here.

@-BigIi- Жыл бұрын

@@manilamartin1001 Because I workout a lot, when I travel to the Phils I often look for protein-rich foods, and often I find the fried chicken is deceptive, it turns out to be mostly batter wrapped around lots of inedible pieces, or skin and bone and fat, which aren't edible at all; it's hardly ever chicken flesh itself wrapped in batter, but it's more bits and pieces of stuff you can't really eat wrapped in batter; hence I said it's really a ripoff, no way is this accidental.

@leetirona7769 Жыл бұрын

Tagaytay

@veraabantao2301 Жыл бұрын

Look at your receipt again...I think you got the total COST wrong! P 350 + P140 + P 234 =..P 724!!

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

thanks Vera!

@CCoburn3 Жыл бұрын

I like the fact that you concentrate on things a decent person would do in the Phillippines. Too many channels concentrate on the "ladies" of the Philippines. But I also notice too damned many people wearing masks. That makes me nervous about moving there.

@JamesIsHereRightNow Жыл бұрын

Most of the locals continue to mask because it makes them feel safer; it’s a cultural thing. Ever since the president made mask-wearing optional both indoors and outdoors (with basically only hospitals excepted), I’ve not worn a mask anywhere - nor have I been asked to do so.

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

I've always been put off by how many vlog channels here make Filipina bait videos... This channel is directed towards people who primarily want to move to the Philippines for the country itself, not for the dating scene. As for the masks, they're not strict at all anymore.

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

same here James, they're hardly strict these days which is great

@ronnienestor Жыл бұрын

I think it’s an Asian thing … even in Japan, Thailand, south Korea, etc. face mask is voluntary but many Asians like to wear it. I don’t except in hospitals and clinics.

@ronnienestor Жыл бұрын

I think it’s an Asian thing … even in Japan, Thailand, south Korea, etc. face mask is voluntary but many Asians like to wear it. I don’t except in hospitals and clinics.

@chuck9112 Жыл бұрын

Only $17.80 this day!

@raananh Жыл бұрын

Shalom Kuya! Are you Jewish or involved with Jews/Israelis? Salamat Po (comes from Arabic, which comes from Hebrew, "Shalom")

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

Shalom! nope, we are not Jewish just saying "peace" thanks for watching!

@markseubert9779 10 ай бұрын

Pplease Do a appartment costs with power water internet Food Shop at a local store vs the mall food shop Show the process of visa extension Make a DR appointment and talk to him/her Talk to a pharmacy about prices and availability of meds What kinds of meds are not available Is there mail away option for medicines if so what kinds

@DianaOldfield Жыл бұрын

Oh no! Please stop telling people about Makati! I wanted to it to keep it a secret! Salcedo Village is my home in the Philippines so Legaspi is just across my village x

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

😂😂 gotta love Legaspi and Salcedo village!

@chuck9112 Жыл бұрын

The rice looks really wet

@Minutes-iw2kq Жыл бұрын

I felt weird hearing sisigsarada be described as "infamous" since the word has a negative connotation😅

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

Is that right? I didn't know that. How is it negatively seen?

@Minutes-iw2kq Жыл бұрын

@@TheSavvyExpat I know infamous is used for things that are famous for something bad

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

@@Minutes-iw2kq Not necessarily, depends on the usage

@jonathanracquel4367 Жыл бұрын

total cost is wrong,,,,

@dangerapple Жыл бұрын

Damn that's cheap! I'm in California

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

Right on! Especially compared to cali.

@allenedwardcamungao6311 3 ай бұрын

Now, what can u get w/ $20 in CHICAGO? ❤

@juliantekkengod9187 10 ай бұрын

175 for that black coffee? No thanks! I'd rather stick to my nescafe black coffee 😆

@jg7088 Жыл бұрын

$20 gets you at H&M?

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

a sweater only

@sean13 Ай бұрын

Damn you’re handsome ❤

@brentonharvey2404 Жыл бұрын

WELL DONE, GUYS! On point, short, concise, great camera work, entertaining and believable. What's up with people these days? 6 Days, 11,000 views, a Mere 455 Likes (including mine). Are viewers bored to death, brain-dead, spoiled, envious, or simply selfish, uncaring, unappreciative and ungrateful?

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

Dang Brenton... Honestly at a loss for words, that means a lot! We put a lot of effort into this video so we appreciate your support a ton. Thanks man God bless.

@loq02_orig Жыл бұрын

Two asian chinese i guess vs white or black expat prices might differ depending on where areas they spent of that $20

@romarvillon5575 Жыл бұрын

what is better? if you think its views your wrong.

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

what do you mean Romar?

@gangstagummybear3432 Жыл бұрын

What is your ethnicity?

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

Full Filipino but born and raised in the U.S 👌

@gangstagummybear3432 Жыл бұрын

@@TheSavvyExpat Oh ok nice, always be proud of your heritage.

@ronnienestor Жыл бұрын

@@TheSavvyExpat nice. New subscriber here….. i miss my cousins in the US… they will visit PH in February next year… they grew up there but like it here. 😊😊

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

@@ronnienestor I also enjoy it much more in the Philippines. Welcome to the channel!