There are times when I live with my brother in San Lorenzo. One of his maids, Yaya Cora, would…read morealways give me yummy food on Fridays. So I asked her one day where she got the food. Apparently, every Friday morning, there's a mini market in San Lo. My brother doesn't really care about this market, by my mom does. Every time she visits my brother or me, she makes it a point to do it on a Friday morning so she can pass by the market. They have fish, fruits, vegetables, kakanin, cooked Filipino dishes and other yummy things to eat. The people who sell their goods here are really friendly. They don't lie and tell you the fish is fresh when it obviously isn't. They're honest enough to tell you which one to get and which one to leave in the pile of fruits. I also like them 'cause they don't force you to buy their goods when you don't feel like it. And if they owe you change, they remember to give it to you the next time you go to them. I hope one day they decide to have this market for the whole weekend.

Along one of the main roads leading to Tagaytay is this charming green patch of land decorated with…read moresmall flower-shaped windmills and twirling, handcrafted wood hangings that would stop any plant/veggie/plant-loving hippie in his/her tracks. Country Market offers all sorts of plants, vegetable seedlings and herbs that you can replant on your own gardens back in the city (and hopefully not end up murdering). I stopped by here to purchase a gotu kola plant, as well as an arugula seedlings when I was still delusional enough to think that I have a green thumb. (FYI Both are already dead, but it's not you, plants. It's ME!) They also sell some local preserved organic food, freshly harvested green leafy veggies (when available), and decorative trinkets for your home. Manila sorely needs more places such as these that allow farmers to directly sell their goods and produce to their customers in a more regular, permanent basis, don't you think?

The Farmers Market in Quezon City is one of the oldest, largest, and most revered markets in both…read moreMetro Manila and the Philippines. I went just to sightsee and thought it was pretty wonderful, a giant, colorful open air market absolutely teeming with life. The place was huge, with what felt like hundreds of vendors selling fish, meat, and produce in tightly arranged stalls. There were lots of people and the occasional cat, and we tourists were in the minority--I think almost everyone else was there to buy or sell food. The produce looked fresh, and there was a robust seafood section. We'd visited the Navotas fish port that morning, and I gather that a lot of the fish caught there make there way to the Farmers Market. We stopped by the food court and picked up mango and green mango shakes at the Fruitas stand. I'm sure we missed out on other excellent eats, but those shakes were delicious. I'll bet you could spend quite some time exploring this Farmers Market. I enjoyed my visit and would recommend the place to anyone living in or passing through Metro Manila.

Seriously old world. Even though much more organized and clean than what I remember. Old world open…read moreair market. Open air in that there are no walls so even from the middle you can see the outdoor city streets. There is a ceiling covering the entire market so no food or person will be exposed to the sun and/or elements. The place is huge like at least one city block. Every vendor is its own business, so every stall you go to you will have to make a payment. Also able to haggle if you have any skill for it. I do not but natives...it's in their blood. No card transactions either straight cash, and actually have smaller bills so to make giving change easier. When I said old world, I meant old world! Place is also sectioned off...vegetables in one area, fruit vendors in another, beef, poultry, eggs, fish and shellfish are all grouped by their product. A little overwhelming for me but if you shop here regularly then I suppose you can figure out which vendor works for you, then you can establish a relationship. No shopping carts or even baskets. So bring your own bags. We only brought 1 bag and after buying more shellfish than what we came for, my aunt and I went to the house wares area and bought a small plastic bucket to put our bags of seafood in. We put all our produce in the bag I brought. The nature of the market will give first worlders fits. Nothing is refrigerated and is just sitting out in open air. Even seafood and meats like beef and pork. Just sitting or hanging in open air, and that air is not cool or temperate. Lol. I got a little queasy a few times but it is just how certain countries have been doing it for centuries. Sure there are modern grocery stores here that will rival any grocery store in the US or Europe, but I wanted to see one of these again before my trip ended. It just is in more in touch with regular people, people who are living their daily lives. That is what I wanted to be a part of. Whilst putting down food for my family, I was also able to help another put food on theirs. An exchange I can smile and feel good about. 5 Old World Stars!

It's a family classic! We've been shopping here since I was in grade school and when the market was…read morestill housed in TESDA. Now located at FTI complex in Taguig, the market is still the same old wet and dry market, with stalls from way back and newcomers as well. My mom shops here for various fresh food items: meats and poultry, fruits and vegetables, calamansi juice concentrate, cooked pork barberque and grilled tuna from Bunso stall, rice cakes, etc. We also shop for non-food items such as clothes ("tiangge"-style), plants (we bought orchids here), 2nd hand furniture (my current wooden closet from Japan is from here lol), and a whole lot more! There's so much to see here and the items are way cheaper than the usual grocery stores. It's fun to visit the place every weekend, and it's also an awesome way to support local businesses. The market is laid back and the community's friendly too. I highly recommend this to the people living in the south part of Metro Manila. :)

They moved to Arca south :)…read more Great selection of fresh produce. My favorite is a stall that sells fresh dalandan juice with honey and cucumber. Very refreshing :)

The Guadalupe Public Market is the biggest of its kind in Makati. Here you can find plenty of…read morestalls selling fresh meat, seafood, vegetables, and fruits. But just like any public palengke or wet market, this place is not for the faint of heart. Expect the floors in the meat and fish area to be wet and smelly. And since this is an old establishment, the paint on the walls are already peeling off and the general condition of the place is grimy. However, if you can look way past the appearance of this public market, you'll find that it's actually a good place to buy not only wet items, but dry goods as well. Guadalupe Public Market also has stores selling traditional baskets, plastic items, affordable apparel, household cleaning materials, and even cheap diapers. Another advantage of patronizing this public market is that you can develop loyalty with your favorite sellers and they would be more than willing to give you the choicest cuts and huge discounts on your purchases. The Guadalupe Public Market is very accessible because it's near jeepney terminals and bus stops along EDSA. Plus, it has access to the Guadalupe MRT station.

I love Mara's Market! It's really the best place to buy organic produce at the start of the week…read more The farmers here are REAL organic farmers and they always have great seasonal produce - like blueberries and mangoes! It's a really impressive bunch of vendors. Plus there are also some prepared food vendors too who sell organic food and drinks - like juice, kombucha, Liq My Stick popsicles, vegetarian comfort food, raw vegan meals (Leaf Kitchen), and smoothies. It's really a fun mix! Plus if you're in the mood for shopping they have some cool bohemian-esque accessories, clothing, and bags. And if you want to buy gifts they have fragrances and the like. Love starting my week here!

Hi Everyone, We are looking for sellers of Vegetables here,…read more Warm greetings from Kalanguya Cultural Community Multi-Purpose Cooperative (KCCMC) Enterprise We are excited to introduce our ongoing proposed project which is the "Ifugao Highland Vegetables Consolidation, Processing and Marketing Enterprise" which aims to enhance the value chain of highland vegetables through efficient production, processing, and distribution. This enterprise is located at CAR region specifically at Mugao, Impugong, Tinoc, Ifugao. As a reliable source of fresh, high-quality produce, we are pleased to express our interest in supplying fresh, high-quality highland vegetables to Balintawak Public Market in the future. This project is currently being proposed to the Department of Agriculture- Philippine Rural Development Project (DA-PRDP). It will be operated soon. Now for us to get the supply and demand, we first need to determine who are our markets where our farmer- members can sell their fresh produce. All produce is freshly harvested, thoroughly cleaned, and carefully packed to ensure food safety and maximum shelf life. We are flexible with delivery schedules and can align with your buyer's needs. Thus, we are currently looking for potential buyers of our products/produce with whom we can enter into a Marketing of Agreement. We would appreciate the opportunity to support your mission of providing healthy fresh produce for Customers. Please feel free to contact us via personal phone number 09669538150 or email this kccmcenterprise@gmail.com at your convenience for further discussion or to schedule a meeting.

Are you a shopper who misses the gritty appeal of Divisoria before there was Lucky Chinatown Mall…read moreand 168? Fear not. The long and circuitous sprawl of Baclaran's open-air market still provides such an experience. If you're game enough to brave wayward jeepneys, daring pedicab maneuverings, and the occasional wet sidewalk, then this is the place for you. It's all worth it, though, if you're a true-blue bargain hunter. Starting from the Baclaran church, just follow the overhead train tracks and you'll find cheap clothes, shoes and bags, industrial supplies, beauty supplies, cleaning supplies, party supplies, fish and meats, fruits and vegetables, cheap electronics, furniture, toys, gift items, it goes on! It's like being at the mall only without the aircon and product branding. It makes me think of Chatuchak, but without the organization. Sometimes, it's more fun that way, though! And if you get hungry while shopping, there's no shortage of street food vendors to satisfy you - from fresh coconut juice and sago-gulaman, to roasted peanuts and barbecue, and many more. I used to be a mall-hound, but Baclaran has changed me. I recommend even just a stroll through here (in clothes you don't mind getting dirty) if you want to see a different side of modern Manila. My family and I have been shopping here since we moved to Parañaque and it's become a comfortable activity. I've never actually felt threatened here (but of course it never hurts to be aware of one's surroundings anywhere you go). The stretch of stalls and shops challenge me to stay alert and sharp as I'm constantly bombarded with smells, sounds, and motion. It's a happy chaos that I think I can only find in Manila.

Okay, it's been nine months since I first reviewed Pioneer Street Market, and yes, the place has…read moreshaped up nicely. There are more than a dozen food concessionaires in the compound, and they are amazing. We now have hipster coffee, roast beef, homestyle tapa, paninis, peri-peri chicken, shawarma, tapas, sate babe, burgers, and so much more! Ang saya-saya! I just hope that people flock here as I would hate to see this go. The response from the public has been awesome though.

I work just in front of the Pioneer Street Market so I've ventured here several times, and I have…read moreto say that this is every organic person's haven. Inside Pioneer Street Market in an array of fresh goods. From colourful fruits to leafy vegetables, all-organic baking needs ingredients to healthy juices, PSM has it. They have several stalls inside that sells these plus a bunch of other healthy eats you health buffs will definitely enjoy. Right outside Pioneer Street Market is a mini-garden shop where they sell a few plants. This instantly caught my eye because I've been meaning to try planting and find out if I've got the green thumb or not. I saw a few plants that I had to stop myself from buying. There was the Plant Candle Top, Bonsais and my personal favourite, the Milflores. And the best part is that they're relatively cheap! (Well, I actually don't know how much plants are but for 120pesos per pot of Plant Candle Top, I think it's a steal!) Pioneer Street Market during the weekdays don't have a lot of stalls or they're not as filled up unlike their weekend markets. So if you do plan to visit, I suggest stopping by on a Saturday or Sunday so you're sure you'll find something to purchase.

Pine rose, one of the longest operating and still the best at providing student needs, also for…read moreemployees in Angeles. I was able to buy a hairnet here for ₱15, great quality and durability. It's even big as well, perfect for the size of my head. They also sell great face mask quality, made in Korea, says in the label. They sell 10 pcs for ₱50. Customer service isn't the best, they are lazy to answer questions. Checking out was a breeze, they accept gcash.

I learned about this place from my crafty friends. The more I come here, the more I appreciate it…read more I've come here for beautiful ribbon by the yard, wispy feathers, elegant long satin gloves, and a bow tie with matching suspenders for a Gatsby themed birthday party. They have an excellent assortment of hats, tiaras, feather boas, and masquerade masks. They also sell school supplies and uniforms, buttons, and a limited selection of fabrics. Prices are reasonable and staff are helpful. A great place to find materials for a school project, wedding supplies, or you're next great costume.