Many shoppers throw away perfectly good food simply because of a misunderstood date label. At Bargain Grocery Outlet, we believe that understanding best-before dates can help you save money, reduce food waste, and shop with confidence.
What Is a Best-Before Date?
A best-before date indicates when a product is at its best quality, flavour, and texture. It is not a safety date. Food can often still be safely consumed after this date, provided it has been stored correctly and shows no signs of spoilage.
In simple terms:
- Best Before = Quality
- Use By = Safety
Is It Safe to Eat Food After the Best-Before Date?
Yes—in many cases. Foods such as:
- Biscuits and snacks
- Cereals and grains
- Tea, coffee, and soft drinks
- Tinned and jarred goods
can remain perfectly safe and enjoyable after their best-before date. While there may be a slight change in freshness or texture over time, the product is often still great to eat.
Why Best-Before Dates Exist
Best-before dates help manufacturers indicate peak quality—not when food suddenly becomes unsafe. Unfortunately, this leads to massive food waste, with tonnes of perfectly edible food discarded every year.
At Bargain Grocery Outlet, we help prevent this waste by giving these products a second chance—at significantly reduced prices.
How We Ensure Quality at Bargain Grocery Outlet
We carefully select and check all our products to ensure they:
- Are safe to consume
- Are stored correctly
- Meet our quality standards
Our team regularly reviews stock so you can shop confidently, knowing you’re getting great value without compromising on safety.
Saving Money While Saving the Planet
By choosing products that are near or just past their best-before dates, you:
- Save money on everyday essentials
- Help reduce unnecessary food waste
- Support a more sustainable food system
It’s a win for your wallet—and the environment.
Shop Smart with Confidence
Best-before dates shouldn’t be a reason to miss out on great food at great prices. At Bargain Grocery Outlet, we make smart shopping simple by offering quality products, honest information, and unbeatable value.
