A good palengke trip begins before you leave home. A few minutes of planning can prevent duplicate purchases, reduce food waste, and help you spot where substitutions make sense.
Before you shop
Check your pantry, refrigerator, and freezer.
Choose meals that share ingredients.
Build one list for everyone shopping.
Set a target amount and keep a small buffer.
At the market
Compare prices and ask about seasonal alternatives.
Buy the quantity your household can finish, even when the larger bundle looks cheaper.
Prices can vary by market, seller, quality, and day. Use DA Bantay Presyo references and recent community reports as a guide, then confirm the actual price with the seller. uLam keeps your meal plan, list, and spending together so you can adjust while the choices are still in front of you.
