Villa Market

Post by **BigBubba** » February 22, 2014, 2:52 pm

Just ran through Udon's branch. Another disappointment. No Vlassic pickles here yet. No Johnsonville Hot Italian Sausage.

They did have Nabisco brand saltine crackers, but at 125 baht for 8oz box, I declined. Tesco used to carry a version, albeit made in China, they were perfectly acceptable. Wrapped in individual size servings (perfect for our needs), and only 42 baht for same size box. Haven't seen them in Tesco for awhile now either. TiT

Post by **fdimike** » February 22, 2014, 2:55 pm

They get their deliveries Sunday morning. You might have better luck Sunday afternoon.

Post by **pompui** » March 24, 2014, 10:26 am

Since their first anniversary is due any day now,hope they will have special promotions for any stock still not shifted one year on

=D>

Maybe they will find an old frozen turkey at the bottom of a freezer =D>

Post by **jingjai** » March 26, 2014, 1:48 pm

No Johnsonville Hot Italian Sausage.

Villa had a full array of Johnsonville products today, including the Hot Italian...that was at noon time.
Get'em, while the gettin's good.
Still no Vlasic pickles.

Post by **kubotatim** » March 26, 2014, 4:19 pm

No Fray Bentos pies for over a month, such high hopes and such a poor restocking system!

Post by **randerson79** » March 26, 2014, 5:07 pm

I stopped in today. I had 11 items on my list. They only had 3 of the items. Sad, very sad. I think the writing is on the wall....

Post by **rickfarang** » March 26, 2014, 8:19 pm

Perhaps instead of on the wall, the writing should be on Villa's online customer comment form

http://www.villamarket.com/gb/contact

Post by **randerson79** » March 26, 2014, 8:27 pm

Perhaps you're right. It would go something like this. Dear Villa, can you please stock milk?

Post by **pompui** » March 26, 2014, 9:51 pm

Might use the form to ask them will they promise to renew their lease for another year in Udonsville,wot no milk,outrageous

Post by **Drunk Monkey** » March 26, 2014, 11:03 pm

Maybe just maybe VM are finding the logistics of getting the huge amount of products they stock into Thailand , thru the red tape jungle and then finally up to Udon on the shelves , also no doubt their rent is astronomical as well .
Lets not forget this is a franchise so its possible VM HQ direct the products as they see fit so maybe not all the fault of the Udonthani management .....tizz my experience its easy for customers to have a whinge about certain items missing off shelves without realizing the difficulties in keeping such a place adequately stocked .... and definately one of the factors in Dao n I selling up CC ,,, i much prefer wholesaling it cuts out he face on face front counter dealings , no high cost retail premises working from an office n warehouse , low over heads and our own trucks covering all the logistics rather than relying on outside couriers makes it all the better .

Even Bisto mi dogs veal puffs and deer shanks were missing in VM last week .........sad ... he had to make do with a slice of toast with Marmite on ... i did get some brilliant Feta cheese , cheese cake mix in a box and some breakfast waffle /pancake things , all very nice .

DM

Post by **BigBubba** » May 4, 2014, 12:17 pm

Vlasic WHOLE dills now BACK IN STOCK (after 8 month absence). Actually they were in last week and just went in this morning to get another jar in case there's another shortage. Many in stock today. 46oz 189 baht, 32oz 169 baht (that's about 1 baht more per oz to save you the calcs). Absolutely essential for the best tasty burgers. IMHO.

Post by **fdimike** » May 19, 2014, 8:08 am

The Villa Market here in Udon is taking a more proactive approach to customer service. They have hired an English speaking Thai lady whose sole purpose is to assist shoppers with whatever they need. Ms Tatar is available to assist you with your shopping needs 6 days a week (friday is her holiday). Would you like the store to stock a particular item not carried right now? See Ms Tatar. Complaints? See Ms Tatar. Pricing problems (shelf price doesn't match the price at the register) see Ms. Tatar. She told me yesterday that she would do her best to assist Villa Market shoppers.

Merchandise arrivals: Meats, seafood and I believe frozen food all arrive on Friday from BKK. All other dry goods arrive on Sunday morning. I'm not sure about the fresh veggies but I'll bet Ms Tatar knows.

Frozen foods: They have increased their variety of frozen foods to include Canadian lobster, Giant Alaskan Crab, and a number of other seafood items. They are also now stocking Lenders Onion Bagels in case you would rather have the US brand instead of the fresh ones made in BKK found in the bread department.

I noticed that the shelves are finally beginning to fill up with a variety of items that I've not seen here before.

As an aside yesterday I saw a couple from Laos wheel out with about 5 or 6 shopping carts full to the brim with goods to include fresh milk. Apparently they're happy customers who I'm told return often.

Post by **socksy** » May 19, 2014, 8:18 am

Saucy name for the lady

Post by **merchant seaman** » May 19, 2014, 8:27 am

Enjoy Villa for a lot of products not carried any where else. Have met Ms. Tatar and must say she is not shy.

Post by **pomps** » May 19, 2014, 8:43 am

fdimike wrote:

Frozen foods: They have increased their variety of frozen foods to include Canadian lobster, Giant Alaskan Crab, and a number of other seafood items. They are also now stocking Lenders Onion Bagels in case you would rather have the US brand instead of the fresh ones made in BKK found in the bread department.

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Thought they always stocked the different flavoured Lenders bagels here in Udon

pleased to hear about lobster and crab,will need to check the price per kilo

Good to hear they are finally tapping into the Laos customer base,should do more on their facebook, I see the Phuket branch has an active facebook,anyways deals for April link,no link for May yet http://www.villamarket.com/gb/deals

Post by **fdimike** » May 19, 2014, 9:05 am

I was told the Lao people shop several times a week.

Post by **pomps** » May 20, 2014, 11:37 am

Got there this morning at 10.20am vip parking area already full

parked in carpark area 1a opened 10.30am on time,well done Landmark.
No sign of Tatar lass in the store so here are some prices to chew/drink on -

Antonio Filo pastry 375g 185 baht
Butterball turkey sausage (large size) hardwood smoked pack of 2 for 235 baht
Papa Farang mince meat pies (7 in total ) 35 baht each
Aus yellow Peach 420 baht per kg

Frozen section
Rainbow trout 450 baht per kg
Canadian lobster 1100 baht per kg
Chilean individual crab 880 baht per kg
Alaska individual crab legs 2200 baht per kg
Kawan Paratha (5 pieces) 95 baht in flavours flakey/onion/chilli garlic
Tako octopus 1065 baht per kg
Large Cod fillets 490 baht per kg

New bottled beers on display all at 236 baht 500ml being
Proper job
Tribute
Bishops tipple
Flagship
Haymaker

Best to google to get an idea of their strengths and tastes
No stock of Thatchers in any types,plenty of Bruntys and limited amount of Magners in bottles

If you are interested in Jack Daniels Whiskey and coke in 340ml bottle for 105 baht then go for it

Loads of California permium in stock in all the types sharp/monterrey jack/mozzarella/mild/jalapeno jack.Also loads of Lenders in plain and onion,muffins,waffles in the freezer section

Overall mixed result of what is available.freezer sections have now more stock and pleased to see a large supply of large Cod fillets in the freezer section at a competitive price of 490 baht per kg so will buy some next week.

Left with a bill of 78 baht being one Aus yellow peach

Post by **Shado** » May 20, 2014, 2:12 pm

We were there around 11:30-ish and Ms. Tatar was hovering around with her clipboard. We found what we were looking for and probably left within 15 minutes or so. Not many customers. Since I found everything I was looking for I really didn't spend any time talking to Ms. Tatar but she was certainly following us around awaiting any questions or comments we might have.

Post by **SanukJoe** » May 21, 2014, 9:23 am

From this morning, their add on Facebook:

Villa Market Promotion 1-31 May 2104

Gonna take us 90 years to get this promotion, I'm afraid I won't make it that long... :-"

Kidding of course.

Where is VM located? I have no idea, I'm living in the sticks

Post by **socksy** » May 21, 2014, 9:35 am

It's in Landmark Plaza basement