Things that are cheaper in the UK vs Canada?
Mar 14th 2017 | 4:31 am
#46
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Re: Things that are cheaper in the UK vs Canada?
Took a bottle over for my whisky-loving cousin as a wedding present. Hadn't tried it myself until we cracked it open round his the night before, alongside a few other serious bottles. It certainly stood up to them, hype controversy aside...
When it comes to booze, quality over quantity is my thing these days. I've noticed that the limited-run Belgian and US things that come in to the LCBO are (surprisingly) fairly well priced. A recent example of the latter is Oskar Blues Ten Fidy: $4.85 (and available!) in my LCBO, $15.99 (US) in Premier Gourmet for a 4-pack, and out of stock. I understand it'd set you back at least a fiver in a UK retail outlet.
A more on-topic question: how long will it take for TTIP to feed through to getting decent cheese at an affordable price?
(good RIS and good cheese is an amazing pairing..
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Mar 14th 2017 | 4:38 am
#47
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Re: Things that are cheaper in the UK vs Canada?
I'm having some camembert right now and just nibbled on some goat gouda. I just don't get the complaint about the supply of cheese; what cheese can you not get?
Mar 14th 2017 | 4:45 am
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Re: Things that are cheaper in the UK vs Canada?
Everything is cheaper in the UK don't be fooled. Life in Canada is VERY VERY Expensive.
Just wanted to say it as it is.
Actually the only thing that's cheaper is Gas, but you have to drive more so it works out about the same.
Just wanted to say it as it is.
Actually the only thing that's cheaper is Gas, but you have to drive more so it works out about the same.
Mar 14th 2017 | 5:17 am
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Re: Things that are cheaper in the UK vs Canada?
Curling brooms, McDonalds and Im sure there are more.
Mar 14th 2017 | 5:35 am
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Mar 14th 2017 | 5:41 am
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Re: Things that are cheaper in the UK vs Canada?
When was the last time you needed an ice hockey stick in the UK?
When was the last time you used Maple syrup in the UK?
From what I see and pay council tax is much more in Canada.
Horses I've never bought one and don't plan to so, I wouldn't know. (like 99% of people)
Boats I've never bought one and don't plan to so, I wouldn't know. (like 99% of people) If you mean ferries they are much cheaper in the UK.
Aeroplanes I've never bought one and don't plan to so, I wouldn't know. (like 99% of people) If you mean flights you are dead wrong, compare Ryan Air and Easy Jet to anywhere in Canada on any airline.
Eating out is MUCH MUCH MORE expensive, don't believe me? Just go look at a restaurant, also check the alcohol price while there. Then add tax and the mandatory 15% tip.
Marijuana? Lap dance? Come on now behave.
Mar 14th 2017 | 5:45 am
#53
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Re: Things that are cheaper in the UK vs Canada?
Ha Ha,
When was the last time you needed an ice hockey stick in the UK?
When was the last time you used Maple syrup in the UK?
From what I see and pay council tax is much more in Canada.
Horses I've never bought one and don't plan to so, I wouldn't know. (like 99% of people)
Boats I've never bought one and don't plan to so, I wouldn't know. (like 99% of people) If you mean ferries they are much cheaper in the UK.
Aeroplanes I've never bought one and don't plan to so, I wouldn't know. (like 99% of people) If you mean flights you are dead wrong, compare Ryan Air and Easy Jet to anywhere in Canada on any airline.
Eating out is MUCH MUCH MORE expensive, don't believe me? Just go look at a restaurant, also check the alcohol price while there. Then add tax and the mandatory 15% tip.
Marijuana? Lap dance? Come on now behave.
When was the last time you needed an ice hockey stick in the UK?
When was the last time you used Maple syrup in the UK?
From what I see and pay council tax is much more in Canada.
Horses I've never bought one and don't plan to so, I wouldn't know. (like 99% of people)
Boats I've never bought one and don't plan to so, I wouldn't know. (like 99% of people) If you mean ferries they are much cheaper in the UK.
Aeroplanes I've never bought one and don't plan to so, I wouldn't know. (like 99% of people) If you mean flights you are dead wrong, compare Ryan Air and Easy Jet to anywhere in Canada on any airline.
Eating out is MUCH MUCH MORE expensive, don't believe me? Just go look at a restaurant, also check the alcohol price while there. Then add tax and the mandatory 15% tip.
Marijuana? Lap dance? Come on now behave.
Mar 14th 2017 | 5:53 am
#54
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Re: Things that are cheaper in the UK vs Canada?
Suggesting absolutes doesn't reflect reality at all.
Mar 14th 2017 | 5:54 am
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Re: Things that are cheaper in the UK vs Canada?
https://earls.ca/locations/kelowna/menu/bar
The CHEAPEST Plonk is $8.50 (And I do mean plonk) Lets add tax and tip which are mandatory.
So now I'm paying $12 for a glass of plonk.
Glass of plonk in medium class restaurant/bar = 7.50 pounds
Really comparable? Ha Ha
Mar 14th 2017 | 5:56 am
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Re: Things that are cheaper in the UK vs Canada?
Most people have to drive further, Canada is a much bigger country than the UK hence everything is spread out further. Which means longer driving times. If not commuting (if you live in the downtown) then driving anywhere on a trip.
Mar 14th 2017 | 6:03 am
#57
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Re: Things that are cheaper in the UK vs Canada?
I drive a 100km round trip each day on admittedly quiet highways. My Golf costs about $40 to fill up and that lasts me 5 days. I argue that is still cheaper than the UK.
So for my glass of wine I pay around $6 plus tax so thats $6.90 plus tip which now makes it $7.95 so, nope, not $12
Maybe I am not frequenting expensive enough restaurants...
So for my glass of wine I pay around $6 plus tax so thats $6.90 plus tip which now makes it $7.95 so, nope, not $12
Maybe I am not frequenting expensive enough restaurants...
Mar 14th 2017 | 6:12 am
#58
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Re: Things that are cheaper in the UK vs Canada?
Generally these discussions conclude with the view that overall things cost about the same but, depending on location within the countries and one's specific interests, one location may be financially better then the other (refer cost of aeroplanes).
Mar 14th 2017 | 6:28 am
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Re: Things that are cheaper in the UK vs Canada?
Starbucks is cheaper in the UK
