What is Grocery Shopping Like in Kenya | KES vs USD Prices at the BIGGEST Grocery Store in Nairobi

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[@alexchui3511]

The excitement for your first major grocery shopping was palpable all the way from here 😂😂😂. I probably go to Carrefour like once every few months since small supermarkets/minimarkets are all over neighbourhoods and that's where we do our grocery shopping. Often we consume things fresh and that don't have a long shelf life like you might be used to in the States.

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I was very excited about the prices, the quality of the products and the modern store layout. I’d love to shop small markets, but we just don’t have time to explore that option and plus don’t want to deal with Mzungu pricing at mama mboga’s is what I believe they are called.🥲 I would love to shop more local, but it’s a struggle for foreigners with pricing. When I know more Swahili I may give it a try. Thanks for the thoughtful comment!

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@TravelCheckIns local markets are mostly only for fruits and vegetables everything else is just like Carrefour without as much variety and on a lower scale, that's what I meant by small supermarkets in the neighbourhoods. Yes, local markets are known as mama mboga, literally means "vegetables mama" since mostly that's what they sell in the markets. It is not obvious that you will get mzungu prices in local markets since often times you won't be alone in the markets. Just pick what you want and let them tell you the price since its gonna be cheap anyways in dollar terms.

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[@RoshaniLifeStyle]

Hold up, everything you purchased l cost only 30 something dollars in total? Wow!! That would have been much more here in the US 😮. Thats pretty cool !

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It’s true! We were shocked 🤯 This just so happens to be an expensive grocery store so the cost can get much lower if we shop local butchers and vegetable stalls. Food is very affordable here.

[@EdnahChirchir]

Life is cheap in Africa generally if you have an online job or a company with a branch there

[@evelynwanjuki2936]

Food prices, looks Much Cheaper in Kenya, than in America.

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They definitely are and we are shopping at the higher priced grocery stores that cater to foreigners we are told. If we shop at the market and street vendors the prices are even more affordable.

[@martino6205]

Kenyans generally do not eat cheese and processed foods, so they are a little more expensive because they dont move fast. Fresh cheese and butter can only be found at Brown's Cheese shops. Apples, grapes and some fruits are generally imported especially from South Africa, Egypt, Lebanon, France, so they are mostly expensive. Other stuff like onions and tomatos depend on the local weather, or in Tanzania or Zambia. Mineral water comes directly from the rocks on natural springs, so it has naturally dissolved minerals, they are not additives. You can get distilled water, that removes that natural stuff. US chicken are bigger because farmers are allowed to use growth hormones and GMO feed (The average US chicken is now four times bigger than it was in 1950). There is fear that the government might open up the market to US farm products and local farmers will loose market because US farmers can produce chicken/food very cheaply without GMO restrictions.

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@martino6205 The comment offers some useful insights but does have some inaccuracies and oversights. Here’s a more accurate breakdown: Cheese and Processed Foods: It's true that cheese and some highly processed foods are not as widely consumed in Kenya as in certain other countries, which can contribute to higher prices. However, this trend is changing, especially in urban areas where cheese consumption has increased with the rise of international cuisine in restaurants and supermarkets. Brown’s Cheese is a well-known producer, but fresh cheese and butter are available in various other stores and chains, especially in major cities. Imported Fruits: Apples and grapes are generally imported, often from South Africa, Egypt, or Europe, which makes them pricier. However, Kenya also produces a variety of its own fruits that are popular locally, like mangoes, papayas, pineapples, and bananas, which are less expensive. Seasonal variations and local farming also affect availability and prices of many fruits. Vegetable Prices (Onions, Tomatoes): It's correct that onion and tomato prices can fluctuate based on weather conditions and regional imports, particularly from neighboring Tanzania and Ethiopia. However, Zambia is not a primary source for such imports to Kenya. Climate and seasonality play a big role in pricing, and imports are usually only necessary when there is a shortage locally. Mineral Water: Mineral water sold in Kenya often comes from local sources with natural mineral content. Brands usually specify if the water is mineralized naturally. Distilled water, on the other hand, does not contain these natural minerals. For drinking purposes, most people prefer mineralized water over distilled water, as it’s often viewed as healthier due to the presence of naturally occurring minerals. Chicken Sizes and US Import Concerns: The size difference in chicken is partly due to farming practices; US chickens are often larger because of specific breeding practices and the use of regulated feed, including some with additives. However, while there is some use of growth hormones in the US, many countries, including Kenya, have strict regulations on hormone use in poultry. Concerns about GMO feed and cheaper US imports are valid, as they could potentially affect local farmers if import policies change. Kenyan consumers tend to prefer local products, especially in rural areas where traditionally raised chicken is common, though lower-cost imports could affect this market segment.

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God forbind gmo and hormones in our in The Name of Lord of Hosts amen.

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I trust Kenyan consumers to reject farm produce from the US because Kenyans are generally very health conscious

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You went to the most expensive stores. I hope you will show them the local market where everything is as cheap as 1cent

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Apples in America, in the East is $2.00 a pound.

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Yep and they aren't even organic. Most of what we buy here is organic and affordable.

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Get a local to take you to marikiti market fresh vegetables at a cheaper price

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[@Nandi_Flame-c9r]

grocery is way cheaper in the markets, there are tons of markets in Nairobi area, like with a 2000 shillings you will have all your grocery for 2 weeks.. Shopping malls and big supermarkets are so overpriced

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We heard but have been so busy that it’s just more convenient at the moment

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What you Purchase, for $32. In Kenya, in America Would have cost you $75.00 US. Dollars. just Shop for Grocery on November 07, 2024, on sale I payed for Two pounds of Onions $2.99. Two Dollars and 99 cents.On Sale.

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The grocery prices have gotten out of control under the Biden administration. It's become hard to eat healthy for many families because of the rising prices. It's also a challenge when you are getting much less for your grocery budget than you did just a year ago. Hopefully things will change and food prices will come down. We will be in the US for the holidays and we're already dreading the food quality and prices. :(

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Kenyan bacon taste better than here in the states I vouch 100

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I tried it twice. Once on a sandwich at a restaurant and it was soggy and once with an American-ish breakfast I ordered. The second time it was actually good, just different than US bacon. I can’t find it sold in strips like American bacon.

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@@TravelCheckIns yes the strips part but also kenyans dont do crunchy like that is what i realized

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@ that’s true! They don’t.

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Is that gmo?

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In Kenya no GMO. What you see are farm fresh produce.

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No GMO in Kenya

[@Benedir]

Which grocery store is this I don't think it's naivas or quick mart They don't have that may vegetables and fruit varieties Especially those type of cheeses It must a brand new store for foreigners and upper income kenyans Naivas is the best Better than Walmart krueger Publix Discounted prices will be updated at check out like it is at whole foods markets in usa Walmart is the worst U must memorize prices and compare when paying at cashier or self check out

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This is Carrefore in Junction Mall.

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@TravelCheckIns ok junction mall is between kilimani and lavington?

[@EdnahChirchir]

Place for upper class. In down town or kiosks they are 1/4 price cheaper

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I don't know why people think there are supermarkets for foreigners? Why would you get that notion? We all live together and everything is available for everyone. Supermarkets stock according to the tastes and popularity of the neighbourhood they're in. Kilimani and Kileleshwa have very few foreigners. So the cheeses, fruits, vegetables et al are there because the pallette and tastes of the neighbourhood require it. The Naivas or Quickmart in Ridgeways and the one in Langata won't stock the same things depending on the the demand of products in the neighbourhood.

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It’s close to Kilimani. Not sure about Lavington

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Even house rent is very affordable in Kenya. Get out of that very expensive place you are staying. That place is meant for expatriates.

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That’s why we like it.

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Housing is subjective. If they can afford it I don't see the problem. There are also Kenyans who choose to live in Lavington instead of Roysambu. It's a matter of choice, comfort and convenience. Plus you don't want people who are better financially to come compete for the affordable housing as it would raise prices for everyone.

[@MsBlueBox-te9yq]

Where the chicken at?

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@@MsBlueBox-te9yq what do you mean?

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@@TravelCheckIns I didn’t see chicken thighs, legs, wings etc. Did I miss it?

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@@MsBlueBox-te9yq I understand. So this was our first shopping trip after moving to Kenya. On subsequent trips we were learned that there were fresh and frozen chicken parts. We only showcased the frozen during this trip. We bought chicken breast and shared prices in this video. What do groceries cost in Kenya for Americans? | USD to KES prices kzbin.info/www/bejne/e5LSn5WFosdjeLs In this video we shopped a different store and showed different chicken prices. Americans Grocery Shop in Kenya | USD vs. KES Prices kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJScZJppfKiAe68

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[@kennar012]

Americans think Africa is a jungle full of sick people, no water , no food and people eating each other. I hope through this video, the Americans will learn a lot

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“People eating each other”😳😂. They might not go that far but things are misunderstood. I hope we all can show what is shown on tv isn’t an accurate depiction of Kenya or Africa as a whole.

[@alexchui3511]

Try next time you buy your meat (beef) to walk into a butchery and have it sliced off a carcass. That would be new to you and your diaspora audience 😂.

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Ha!! We will add that to our bucket list. We did participate in butchering a goat in the village and a friend sent me to buy bones from the butcher counter at Carrefore. That was wild because bones are expensive in the US and you don’t typically order them fresh cut at the butcher counter. We will definitely try and share more of the grocery experiences we don’t run into in the US.

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@TravelCheckIns People enjoy bone soups here, so yes, they are very popular with street vendors who prepare soups and mutura (african sausages stuffed with tripe and animal intestines) mostly consumed early evenings when people are returning home from work.

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I had matura and it was very good. Bone soups are very nutritious, and have become a healthy fad in the US. I paid $2 USD for 1.5 KG of bones. That price is unheard of in the U.S. :(

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@@TravelCheckIns Bones and other left overs like animal heads, hooves are sold at throw away prices if not discarded altogether.