brb...crying

if elliot starts making his coffees at home he will literally save so much money man

I think it would actually be kinda interesting to see you learn to cook/cook for yourself in a week? Compare the price different and how much time it takes out of your day?

I think it's unfair to blame these high monthly costs on 'NYC pricing'. I don't feel like the prices for food and coffee are that much higher than where I live in northern Europe, yet this is nearly my monthly spend. The reason you spend so much is mainly because of your lifestyle. Never cooking your own meal just adds up really quickly. Obviously I understand that this is just the way you choose to spend your money and I think you're really enjoying this lifestyle. So you should absolutely do what you feel like, but don't just blame it on the prices that are only a bit higher 😉

Let’s take a moment to appreciate Ashley being Kelly’s Lock Screen 🥰

Can’t wait for Graham Stephan’s reaction to those $8 coffees

It's so funny since my best friend also used to have the same mindset when she was Elliot's age. Cooking and cleaning take A LOT OF PRODUCTION TIME. She was intending to hire a maid/chef (growing up in shanghai this is pretty normal for expats). Now in our late 20s approaching early 30s, she decided she loves to cook, grocery shop, ect ect. Not because it saves her money but more so she just enjoys it and helps her slow down so she doesn't constantly feel like she's in a huge rush to push production and work all the time.

I appreciate that we get transparency in this. Lot of these videos I swear everyone is legit living a lie for a week just to make the content. It’s also worth mentioning you would still have rent / bills to add into the weekly breakdown which in NYC are real numbers.

New title: "What I Eat In A Week as a 23 Year Old in NYC"

The a fact that Kelly’s Lock Screen is Ashley is adorableeeee

omg Elliot i respect you so much this was so entertaining and aesthetic to watch and weirdly inspiring in terms of lifestyle

honestly one of the best decisions i made was getting into the habit of making my own coffee -- i found beans i like, and a way i like to do it (i use a type of french press) and a milk steamer and its saved me so much money, plus ive had a lot of fun getting into learning about coffee and trying to get better at coffee art!! lol. i used to spend almost $100 on coffee a week and now I'm down to about $20 at the start of the month for beans and then i'm good :) it's a fun hobby tooooo (making all kinds of different syrups on the stove, and experimenting around!)

Elliot spent $98.99 on coffee in 7 days, that's an average of $14.14 per day. Of course, he did buy his friends coffee too...and I hope you buy me one in a few weeks!

3 lattes in one day, bro are you good??

Thanks for sharing such a personal info, Elliot. I really enjoy watching your videos in order to learn more about your lifestyle and the place you visit. Keep it up!

The price of your meals are insane but the price of the clothes you bought are even crazier to me. This really shows how well off you are

I can't wait to see Graham's face 😂 in all seriousness though, at least you're spending on experiences and good food

The quality of Elliot’s vids are on another level! Loved this 🙌🏼

so glad you blew up - miss the vanderbilt days with but loving the progress

Omg the fact Kelly has Ashley as his phone Lock Screen is too cute he’s a big simp and I love it

2:06 the moment when Kelly and Ashley being adorable the whole time

Thank you so much Elliot for making interesting well made vlogs! I always enjoy a break from school to sit down, chill, and watch an Elliot Choy vid. I appreciate what you do man.

Food, coffe etc. cost the same in Scandinavia. So for most students its seen as a luxury to go out and buy coffe or food. So I don’t think it’s the NY-prices, but more a life style choice. As you mentioned: not cooking your own food can be expensive. 🤗

Have you considered getting a reusable/ keep cup? Would be a lot of plastic saved :)

It was so good to see your college friends and especially Chris after so long, missed that dude in your vlogs fr ❤️❤️

the quality of your vlogs literally keep getting better. love to see it

Cool to see your breakdown and i liked the receipt graphic you used on the side of the screen

Bros eating like a king 🤴🏽

my heart is so happy to see Elliot's college roommates in one video after quite some time!!

Yes, perfect timing Elliot. Gotta love some good quality content to watch when I’m procrastinating doing my assignments. Lots of love, from Australia🇦🇺

The music + NYC in POV - so nostalgic!! Love ur vids bro!

such an interesting video for this week! to know people who live in nyc, for me (who live in southeast asia) it kinda pricey to spend 700 dollars for a week. but back to each country has different currency. this one is really inspired me to started to work for myself in my early 21! thank you so much elliot! u do really inspired me so well!

It’s so nice to see Elliot making videos of his finances it’s very refreshing and eye opening!

Also the NY vibe is IMMACULATE, everything is ✨expensive✨

Apart from cost, there are many nutritional and mental health benefits from cooking at-home meals! And if you plan properly and choose simple recipes, it definitely won’t take 2 hrs.

its so cute that kellys screensaver is a picture of ashley... my heart cant take it

Nothing like another Elliot Choy video to get your daily dose of serotonin. Another great upload as always.

UGHHHH the jjajangmyeon looks so good. I feel like this is a “What I spend in a week, but lowkey what I eat in a week” video 😂

You know you're in a similar audience when everyone expects Graham to flip out! Jokes aside, honestly once your income exceeds a certain level, coffee runs are a nice way to get some steps in, experience a different atmosphere, and a chance to have a social break sometime during the day that can easily be worth the $5~!

You are looking great, Choy! Lean, jaw, smile energy. Good for you kiddo👍🏼

Love this and love seeing Annemarie in your video (:

1:10 the way Ashley’s eyes are hovering over the notification bar 😆😆

This should really say "Surviving on only Coffee for a week in NYC" lol - this was so fun to watch!

Kelly’s Lock Screen makes my life 7 times better.😂

Elliot out there giving us some good quality content, love to see < 3

Man I rarely drink coffee but Elliot getting it almost every day makes me feel like I need coffee to be more productive😅

I hope Luke and isa move in the dynamics between the five of you are so fun

ashly in kelly backgroud is so sweet 1:11

this should be called how much I spend on eating out in a week 😂I like watching these trips to coffee shops and etc. I would not spend this much myself on food and coffee, but it is entertaining to watch.

This video is pure consumerism and it's awesome.

omg kelly’s lock screen is everything

Elliott went in with the best dressed themed music in this video and it worked so well. I love it🔥🔥😭

I live I’m nyc too. 12 dollars for that breakfast sandwich?? You can get a bacon egg and cheese for 3.75$ and most delis. He’s overspending on a lot of things. It hurts my soul.

Hi from Jamaica 🇯🇲 I love your videos ... I love how you keep positive and just letting us know stuff other youtubers wont tell and overall be real with your viewers

it's basically a what i eat in a week viddeo and im loving itttttt

Love your vids. Just one suggestion. Since you often buy take-away coffee, it's probably better to bring your own tumbler/bottle to the shops to be more eco-friendly.

iced latte’s are half the budget lmao

when Elliot learns to make his own coffee it's over for the world

I go to college in the city but I'm home for the summer. Watching your videos is actually making me miss it 😩

congrats on 1 mil!!!!

I just started a new salary job and this made me realize how many things I will and won’t be spending my money on 😅 thanks El

ANNEMARIEEEEEE

This vlog reminds me of why I love the City AND why I don’t live there. The food alone…😄 More please….favorite restaurants??? Whenever you can, do what you want to…and truly appreciate the ability to do so…it’s the best part of life!

Loved this video. And not too shabby on the total cost for the week at the end! That’s actually impressive considering how much you ordered out and nyc prices.

Ashley on Kelly's Lock Screen, it was so cute

Elliot: $743 that's not bad. Me: dying inside this is my yearly budget

Love your music. First time viewer. Good video. New York fascinates me.

The way Kelly’s homescreen is Ashley

Graham’s gonna have a blast with this one😂

hello Elliott!! this vid is amazing!

iced latte. Also - can you list all the restaurants/cafes in future vids like this? I’d love to try some of these!

Elliott you would literally save so much money if you bought instant coffee and milk and an ice tray and just made the iced latte at home i promise it tastes the same, better in fact

THE FACT THE KELLY HAS HIS WALLPAPER AS ASHLEY IS SO CUTE!!!!

I would love to see what you cook in a week!!! Basically a what I eat in a week, would be very interesting 😮 cos I know you eat out a lot!

Emotional oranges west coast love in this video? Aaaaand subbed.

Seeing Anne Marie after this long is nostalgic

The calculation of time and energy for cooking good food at home means thank your Mom. Often.

This is the best video ever Elliot!!! Kelly & Luke are in the video too!!! Kelliot!!! Cuddles. 😁

Why do i KEEP seeing the number 111, even in Elliot's vlog! It's a crazy feeling, I cannot escape seeing that number, but I LOVE IT

I would literally cry if I spent $200+ on clothes in one day lmao

u should do a 'saving as much money as i can in a week' vid!

Oh my god, I remember the other 2 guys from the Braile skate channel, the good old days, what great memories has the video bring up with just 40 seconds

Love the video bro and the friends.. love the lifestyle at 24 it's cool you got everything together st 24 I was standing on the corner.. but love from Atlanta ga ❤️

I have trauma paying 22.50 when Elliot payed for his drinks, My card declined once… anyways, thanks for making my day once again Elliot

😂 I can't wait until Graham Stephan react to this

I’m more amazed at how social this guy is lmao I’d be drained going out so much

this was so awesome ❤️❤️

Damn, someone mentioned in the comments that he spent like 100$ on coffee that week. Maybe just make it at home? That would save you 70-80$ weekly for sure.

Your mom’s house: single handedly preventing recessions since 2021

yay, loved seeing annemarie!

Always good to see Chris in the video

this is a sign for elliot to get a coffee machine and make coffee at home :')

Kellys lockscreen is ashley♥️♥️♥️ Edit:the way they shared the drink and when kelly put his head on ashley while they were walking

Omygaddd the outro with isa🔥🔥🔥🔥

Hey Elliot, could you make a video featuring your favorite food and coffee spots in NYC? It would be great for everyone planning a trip to Big Apple to have some ideas so we can go straight to the good spots without wasting precious time! Cheers 🫡

Yeah, I agree with you Elliot. Considering the high spending on that current week's spending on clothes it's still not bad at all. Like you said, since you don't always buy new clothes every single week, under 500/week in NYC is considerably good. Obviously, you could always find ways to cut that cost even lower but so long as you're happy spending what you do then it's all good. Money may not buy happiness but if it makes us personally happy then I see nothing wrong with that.

Was so happy to see Annemarie in the video ❤️ just doesn’t feel complete without her.

The end of the video was so peaceful

i love the cam quality sooooooo nice

Congratulations, you're rich! Most 23 year olds can only dream of earning $2000/month let alone spending that amount. In a highly taxed place like NYC, you probably have to earn $3000 to have $2000 after tax to spend.