Fine Thai food at a supermarket: Food Court
A good way to get acquainted with Thai cuisine is a Food Court, for example that of Tesco. The food is of consistent quality, cheap and hygienically prepared.
Where can you do cheap shopping in Pattaya?
We usually go to the big Big C on Central Pattaya Rd for our weekly shopping. But it is quite expensive. So my question, are there supermarkets in Pattaya that are cheaper? And if so, where?
Lotus's Supermarkets are revolutionizing Thai retail
Discover the dynamic world of Lotus's Supermarkets in Thailand, where traditional retail undergoes a modern metamorphosis. From cutting-edge hypermarkets to groundbreaking digital platforms, Lotus's is setting a new standard in customer experience and market innovation. In this article, we dive into the recent developments and strategies that have made Lotus's a leading force in the Thai retail sector.
In this humorous and heartwarming story, we take a look at the life of Lieven and Oy, his Thai wife with a special talent: the ability to mysteriously disappear between the shelves of the supermarket.
Tesco Lotus is a supercenter or hypermarket group in Thailand, founded in 1998. It is a collaboration of the Thai Charoen Pokphand Group Lotus and the British retail giant Tesco. They sell everything from food and clothing to housewares, electronics and furniture.
Reader question: Strange supermarket habits of Thai
I am amazed that when we go to a supermarket, Tesco, Makro, etc. and a Thai relative comes along, they don't take their own cart but throw everything in my cart. And often not the most economical product.
Check in and out in line on Line
The supermarkets and shopping centers have been avoided as much as possible. At the entrance, the temperature was measured and you had to rub your hands with a virucidal agent. That was clear and uncluttered and not a great task. That's a bit more complicated now.
CP is interested in taking over Tesco
The Charoen Pokphand group (CP) is exploring the possibility of acquiring Tesco Plc's Asian operations. A possible takeover depends on a feasibility study that CP Group is conducting, no concrete decision has yet been made, according to a senior source at CP.
Supermarket chain Big C will expand considerably in Thailand next year. Aswin Techajareonvikul, CEO of the company, says that it is an investment of 6 billion baht.
Tesco Lotus stunts with a discount promotion on consumer products
Tesco Lotus helps Thai save on daily necessities and has started a discount campaign on consumer products.
Buying at De Spar is saving when you buy
Spar International has signed an agreement with Bangchak Retail Company about the opening of approximately three hundred branches in Thailand. This involves a total investment of € 102 million. Spar International reports this in a press release.
“Dutch delight” week in Thailand?
A “Dutch Delight week” in Thailand with all kinds of Dutch products in the sheep of a supermarket. Is that a good idea, Gringo wonders? What do you think?
Thailand and Euro 2016
The main football competitions in Europe have almost come to an end and everyone is looking forward to Euro 2016, which will be played in France from 10 June to 10 July. We, the Dutch, are perhaps less looking forward to it, because the Dutch national team is conspicuous by its absence.
A new supermarket with western products in East Pattaya
There is good news for the residents of East Pattaya, the so-called “Darkside”. The well-known project developer of the CC Group is building a new supermarket on Soi Khao Noi with the beautiful name: “The Chilled Plaza Pattaya”.
Big C continues to expand in Thailand despite losses
Despite the losses, Big C's stores in Thailand are not selling. The retail chain, on the other hand, wants to expand.
Reader question: Where in Pattaya can I buy cheap Western groceries?
I am currently in Pattaya for an extended period of time. I do errands here and there. But it strikes me that especially Western groceries are more expensive here. The supermarket in Central Festival is quite pricey. Am I better off going to Big C? Tesco Lotus is also quite expensive I think?
News from Thailand – July 25, 2014
Today in News from Thailand:
• Three supermarket chains no longer sell parrot fish
• Another dead at '100 body bridge' in Khon Kaen
• Thai worker near Gaza Strip killed by rocket