Why Retire in the Philippines/Marinduque Vacations: Five Filipino Grocery Stores/Restaurants Near Us ( Citrus Heights and Fair Oaks, CA)

Planning to Retire Soon!

If you are planning to retire in the Philippines soon, I suggest you visit several excellent websites on pro's and cons of retiring in the Philippines. However if you want to retire in the provinces, where life is simple, standard of living cheaper, less traffic congestion and pollution, availability of fresh seafood and vegetables compared to the big cities, my island province is the place for you! If this is your first time in my site, welcome. Some of the photos and videos on this site, I do not own. However, I have no intention on the infringement of your copyrights. The photo above is the front yard of Chateau Du Mer- Our Retirement Home in Boac, Marinduque, Philippines

Monday, May 17, 2021

Five Filipino Grocery Stores/Restaurants Near Us ( Citrus Heights and Fair Oaks, CA)

We have resided in 6 different cities in the US since the 1960's. We always purchased a home that is at least 30 minutes driving or less to a Filipino/Oriental grocery store or restaurant, because we love Filipino cuisine.
There are 5 places listed in the Internet of Filipino Grocery and Restaurants near us ( Citrus Heights and Fair Oaks area). I have visited and patronized four except for #5, The Grocery Outlet and Bargain Market in Watt Ave ( 34th block). I also enjoy ordering on line( via Door Dash), Filipino dishes from Teriyaki Station in Folsom. Here's the list for your information.
1. Oriental Market
$Filipino, International Grocery
(916) 771-8488
203 Harding Blvd, Roseville, CA
“you require a mask , this store should provide the mask, they are not giving the mask at all.” . Very Clean and well organized! Food-Fair
2. Peenoy Grocery
$$Grocery, Filipino, Fast Food
(916) 332-5571
5601 Watt Ave. Sacramento
“This is a cool little spot. I wanted to try cooking a Filipino recipe I had found and needed”. Friendly owner and employees, delicious dishes. Call ahead to reserve. Food-Excellent
Dine-in
“--the teriyaki plate combo. They definitely gave the vibe that you are eating food at a Filipino party lol” . Excellent lechon Kawali, but Dinuguan not the best.
3. Que Huong Market
$Imported Food
(916) 344-3583
5510 Watt Ave, Sacramento
“ market nearby is an absolute blessing. Every person in the store knows where every ingredient is located”. Small space!!
Delivery
“Cheap prices for the most part. Organized and clean store. The sales person was nice.” Have Not visited the place!

4. Teriyaki Station Atbp

$$Japanese, Filipino, Asian Fusion

(916) 608-4567

141 Iron Point Rd, Folsom, CA

Delivery via DoorDash

Outdoor seating

5. Grocery Outlet Bargain Market

$Grocery, Discount Store

(916) 486-7920

3431 Watt Ave, Sacramento

Note: There is Seafood City in Mack Road, Elkgrove. CA -one of the largest Filipino and Oriental grocery store and restaurant in the Sacramento area. It is South of my residence and at least a 30-minute drive. So it is not listed as Near Me. The grocery has numerous selection, but the restaurant dishes are of poor quality compared to the 4 take out or dine-in restaurants above that I have patronize. The Red Ribbon and Valeria Bakery however are excellent.

Meanwhile here's a short video of the grilled pompano and sweet and sour sauce I prepared the other day

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Fruit Trees in the Gardens of Chateau Du Mer

The Mango Tree-I have three varieties in my Garden-The Indian, Guimaras and Carabao Mangoes My caretaker/gardener informed me last month that due to the El Nino drought in Marinduque, two of my Durian trees died in spite of his vigilant watering. One of the tree was attacked by insects that looks like a big fly but yellowish in color that sucks the sap of the seedling. The roots of the other tree was attacked by ants residing in the soil. However, my other fruit trees, the rambutans( 2), the lanzones(2) and the jack fruits ( 2) trees are doing well. The above eight fruit trees were given to me by Retired General Recaredo Sarmiento of Boac and Lucena., about three years ago. General Sarmiento is the “atid” of my wife. “Atid” is the colloquial term for brother. Evidently, Macrine's father, the late Bernardo Jambalos was the Godfather of General Sarmiento during his baptism and comfirmation. Gen Sarmiento's hobby is orchard planting, reforestation and farming. The other fruit trees in my garden are guayabanos, cashew, avocados, starapples, duhats, ates, guavas, mangoes( 3 varieties) and papayas as well as several varieties of bananas . Of the above fruit trees, my favorite is the guayabanos, also known as soursop tree known for its anti-tumor and anti-cancer properties . The following are photos of the fruit trees. The Durian photo is from the web. Note that it almost look like a jack fruit tree, except that the leaves are bigger and shiny. My desire is to have a passion fruit tree in the near future. You are welcome to visit my orchard and flower gardens any time, if perchance you are in the vicinity of The Chateau Du Mer Beach Resort and Conference Center.