Supermarket prices

[Jules]

What sort of prices are we looking at in the supermarkets for general stuff like coffee, loo rolls, sun screen etc?

[zoe]

take all you need if you can a box of cornflakes over 4 euro and will go up again when vat goes up 1 july t/rolls not to bad

[Waspman]

Supermarket prices are OTT.  A packet of cereal cost us 5.20 Euros, but at home in Asda it was £1

I really don't think that self catering is an option as supermarket prices are extremely high. 

We went to SS on a self catering basis 3 weeks ago and only bought breakfast items, it would have been far cheaper to have walked down the road and have a "taverna" English breakfast.

At one supermarket a bottle of Triple Sec was 6.40 Euros the next day it was 9.80 Euros , 50 % extra in one day

I realise the problems with the Greek economy but if you have to buy at a supermarket, do so at your peril!

[Jules]

Generally the only things we buy are milk, cornflakes, water , crisp and soft drinks.I take Latte packet coffee or Capuccino coffees with us. We tend to have a breakfast out every other morning. Last year we took our own loo rolls - I squashed them flat for packing.
What sort of prices were sun lotions / after sun?

[tonyco1]

We go to the big Supermarket in Sidari if self catering and do a big shop - much - much cheaper!!
That's where Glen usually shops - he put us on to it!!

[Sandra W]

I take a box of cereal and buy milk. Take my own instant coffee. Take cans of sardines and makerel  for the boss man and cheese for me and buy bread for lunches. The only real expenditure is on evening meals.

[tonyco1]

And do you spread these fishy bits over your body for "Boss-Man" for his evening nibbles Sandra?? - LOL

[Gordonc]

Prices in the supermarkets have generally risen quite a bit from last year, cereals, dairy products etc. are pretty expensive. Buy your suntan lotion, after sun. toiletries etc before you go.

Suntan lotion is at least 50% more than at home and can be even more expensive in the tourist shops.

Bread from the local bakery is 80 cents for a loaf, I think about the same as last year. The good news is that restaurant prices have not moved much yet, although breakfast are now around 4.50-5.00 Euros in San Stef, up about a euro from last year.

Hope this helps.

[tonyco1]

Any info helps so thanks - it builds up the bigger picture.

[Gillywoo]

Tony,

Where in Sidari is that cheap supermarket?

Will give it a try.

Andy

[joan]

The supermarket in Sidari is by the old BP garage on the left side, and the dual carriageway that takes you to Roda.( The other on the right is more Italian based and not as good value). There are some things cheaper but don't forget you have to have transport to benefit from any savings you make.Last year a taxi was approx 13 euro each way, the bus is an option but often crowded and waiting times with big bags in the sun whew!! Also they don't stop exactly outside. If you know someone with a car you could bag a lift, alternatively take as much as possible flat packed in poly bags or even choose something  different for breakfast the bread is delicious and cheap and fruit well priced. We take our own coffee, coffeemate and just buy neccesaries, you can't go wrong. Have a great time we've a while before we go so it will be nice to hear reports of what's what.

Regards  J,

[Gavlah1973]

I think this may be my first holiday ever where I take some provisions!

Never done it before and used to laugh at my sis in law who used to pack essentials such as Bacon, Cheese, Baked Beans, Sausages, etc etc!!!

I think I'll draw the line at a few teabags and some coffee though! Always try and take enough sun tan cream to last......the missus has been buying it from Boots 2 4 1 for the last couple of months!

[Jules]

I always buy ours when things are 2 4 1 as well. Makes everything seem
cheaper

[joan]

Home and Bargain have a good selection again very competetive prices, also jungle formula  mossie spray which I used earlier this year in Cape Verde( not the calypso brand) it smelt alright and seemed to work ok I didn't get bitten.

[Jules]

Glad you have just mentioned Jungle Formula - I must buy some.