Grocery store price comparisons in Manta, Ecuador @DonShader
Grocery store price comparisons in Manta, Ecuador  @DonShader
Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago
In this video, I take you on a virtual shopping trip to MegaMaxi, a popular grocery store in the Mall Del Pacifico to compare prices of common household items with those in the US. Using AI technology, I compiled a list of 20 essential items, such as milk, eggs, chicken breast, and snacks, and more to give you an idea of what to expect when budgeting for your weekly grocery supply.
By showcasing the items on the shelves along with their prices, I aim to help you make informed decisions and potentially save money on your grocery shopping. Watch the video to see the price comparison and discover how you can stretch your dollar further at MegaMaxi!

Video Index

02:15 - Milk
03:52 - Eggs
05:15 - Breads
09:39 - Chicken Breasts (whole chickens)
12:06 - Ground Beef
12:38 - Rice
14:25 - Pasta
10:35 - Pasta Sauce
16:12 - Cereal
17:55 - Peanut Butter
19:46 - Cheeses
21:00 - Yogurt
21:34 - Bananas
21:52 - Apples
23:26 - Potatoes
24:15 - Lettuce
25:15 - Tomatoes
25:57 - Onions
15:48 - Snacks

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Links to know:
Facebook - Manta and Manabi Expats and Amigos - facebook.com/groups/323275021650751

My Channel Video Index - docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-f4Wv3uBMulCX9OK6oNqS5a9wrS84cbUBYXzoq24JNA/edit?usp=sharing

My Google Docs document of useful information
docs.google.com/document/d/1ArNRtsdqfleE1-l9r1yKrh-XyzksSIwj0MMyb09L0ro/edit?usp=sharing

Remember this folks.
A country might look good on paper, or on a YouTube video, but what about the “Chemistry” between you, the individual and the country and culture as a whole?
This is something we can’t know in advance. We can only make our move, dive in and test the waters…….and see how it goes.

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