The OFW criticized those in Tagum City who visit Starbucks, calling them "Katkat" or social climbers. The comment read: "Katkat man pud ka sir, pwera gaba katkatpamore. Dili man mo pareha sa amoa diri nga 110 dollars per day unya kung mopalit mi ug 6 dollars nga Starbucks coffee naa pay mahabilin nga 103 dollars. Kamo diha ser mopalit mo ug 200 pesos nga SB nganga na inyo pamilya, 400 pesos wag nimo diha ser, mogastos pa jud ka ug SB?"
This comment highlights the stark contrast in economic realities between those living abroad and those in the Philippines. The OFW points out that earning $110 a day in the USA makes a $6 Starbucks coffee a minor expense, leaving $104 still in hand. In contrast, spending 200 pesos on a Starbucks coffee in Tagum City can be a significant expense for many families.
However, many netizens have come forward to defend those labeled as "Katkat" for visiting Starbucks. They argue that it's about time we let people experience the small joys in life without attaching negative labels. Why judge those who join the excitement of visiting and ordering coffee at Starbucks, even if some call them “KATKAT”? Many of them simply want to experience something they may have been deprived of before. If their happiness doesn’t come at your expense—if they’re not using your money or disturbing your peace—why not let them enjoy the moment? Sometimes, fulfilling small desires like visiting a café can bring a sense of joy and achievement that’s deeply personal. Let people savor their happiness in their own way—it costs you nothing but kindness.
Visiting Starbucks, even in Tagum City, is a simple pleasure for many people. In other cities, it's a normal part of everyday life, and it shouldn’t be any different here. It’s just coffee, after all. Yes, it might be more expensive than other coffee shops, but it still serves the same purpose—to wake you up and keep you going.
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