Coles' discounted chicken haul raised eyebrows among customers: 'Why would you risk it?'
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Everyone loves a good bargain while grocery shopping. But when it comes to discounted perishable items, opinions can be divided.
A recent incident involving a Coles customer and her discounted chicken haul has sparked a heated debate online, with some praising her savvy shopping while others expressed concern over the potential health risks.
The shopper took to social media to share her impressive haul. She purchased $148 worth of chicken thighs and nibbles for a mere $14.18, thanks to significant markdowns at the deli counter.
'Just got my first bargain in ages—94c per kilo for chicken leg fillets and 75c per kilo for souvlaki chicken nibbles' she wrote in her post.
'So got 13kg of chicken leg fillets for $12.28—[the] original price would have been $130—and $1.90 for the chicken nibbles for just over 2.5kg, original price $9 per kilo. So, a saving of roughly $120.'
Accompanying her post were photos of her haul, showcasing around nine packs of chicken, each priced between 93 cents and $1.88.
While many social media users were impressed by the shopper's thrifty find, others quickly voiced their concerns.
Some expressed worry over the potential health risks associated with consuming discounted chicken, citing fears of salmonella and food spoilage.
'I would rather pay full price than get marked down chicken,' one person commented.
Another added, 'Majority of that will be close to going off, if not off, so it’s not really a saving when you can possibly get sick from eating that. Salmonella is so dangerous, why would you risk it?'
‘I wouldn’t do cheap chicken, but that’s just me,’ a third commented
One more said, ‘Be ready for the use by date, might be slimy, wouldn’t touch it. Just me.’
Despite the criticism, many bargain hunters rallied behind the shopper, encouraging her to ignore the negative comments.
'Well done. If you freeze it straight away, it will be fine,' one wrote.
Another added, 'Good on you. Don’t take any notice of the negative stuff.'
‘So, what time is tea? We all want to come knocking on the door just before. Well done, great score. I would have filled the freezer as well,’ a third said.
Another chimed, ‘Well done, and glad you took what you wanted. A bargain such as this is hard to come by.’
The shopper seemed unfazed by the criticism, thanking both the positive and negative commenters.
‘Thanks for all the positive comments, and thanks for the negative ones too—for giving me a laugh,’ she said.
'Tough times for us all, so get what you can when you can. All split into portions for a five-adult family and frozen straight away.’
‘Wasn’t expecting to see such a high markdown, as the Coles I went to was a brand-new store and only opened last Wednesday,’ she explained.
In response to the debate, a Coles spokesperson reminded customers to always pay attention to use-by and best-before dates on reduced items.
'We know our customers love good value, so when a product is near its best before date, we often mark it down so it can be enjoyed for a cheaper price, instead of being wasted,' the spokesperson said.
‘Markdowns do not uniformly take place at the same time across all stores. There are many things that can impact when this takes place, including stock on hand, delivery schedules and team member rosters.’
'Food safety is paramount, and we encourage customers to be mindful of use by and best before dates, which determine the shelf life of food products, how long food can be kept before the quality deteriorates or when the item is unsafe to eat.'
In a similar story, a shopper pulled off a massive discount in her grocery shopping from $208 to a whopping $53! She shared her trick, which aligned with the old adage, 'The early bird gets the worm'.
What’s her grocery strategy? Read more about it here.
While markdown shopping can lead to significant savings, it's essential to balance the financial benefits with potential health risks. Always remember that a good deal isn't truly a bargain if it compromises your health or safety.
What's your take on this markdown debate, members? Have you ever scored a great deal on discounted items, or do you steer clear of them when it comes to perishables? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below.
A recent incident involving a Coles customer and her discounted chicken haul has sparked a heated debate online, with some praising her savvy shopping while others expressed concern over the potential health risks.
The shopper took to social media to share her impressive haul. She purchased $148 worth of chicken thighs and nibbles for a mere $14.18, thanks to significant markdowns at the deli counter.
'Just got my first bargain in ages—94c per kilo for chicken leg fillets and 75c per kilo for souvlaki chicken nibbles' she wrote in her post.
A shopper shared her discounted chicken deal at Coles on social media. Credit: Facebook
'So got 13kg of chicken leg fillets for $12.28—[the] original price would have been $130—and $1.90 for the chicken nibbles for just over 2.5kg, original price $9 per kilo. So, a saving of roughly $120.'
Accompanying her post were photos of her haul, showcasing around nine packs of chicken, each priced between 93 cents and $1.88.
While many social media users were impressed by the shopper's thrifty find, others quickly voiced their concerns.
Some expressed worry over the potential health risks associated with consuming discounted chicken, citing fears of salmonella and food spoilage.
'I would rather pay full price than get marked down chicken,' one person commented.
Another added, 'Majority of that will be close to going off, if not off, so it’s not really a saving when you can possibly get sick from eating that. Salmonella is so dangerous, why would you risk it?'
‘I wouldn’t do cheap chicken, but that’s just me,’ a third commented
One more said, ‘Be ready for the use by date, might be slimy, wouldn’t touch it. Just me.’
Despite the criticism, many bargain hunters rallied behind the shopper, encouraging her to ignore the negative comments.
'Well done. If you freeze it straight away, it will be fine,' one wrote.
Another added, 'Good on you. Don’t take any notice of the negative stuff.'
‘So, what time is tea? We all want to come knocking on the door just before. Well done, great score. I would have filled the freezer as well,’ a third said.
Another chimed, ‘Well done, and glad you took what you wanted. A bargain such as this is hard to come by.’
The shopper seemed unfazed by the criticism, thanking both the positive and negative commenters.
‘Thanks for all the positive comments, and thanks for the negative ones too—for giving me a laugh,’ she said.
'Tough times for us all, so get what you can when you can. All split into portions for a five-adult family and frozen straight away.’
‘Wasn’t expecting to see such a high markdown, as the Coles I went to was a brand-new store and only opened last Wednesday,’ she explained.
In response to the debate, a Coles spokesperson reminded customers to always pay attention to use-by and best-before dates on reduced items.
'We know our customers love good value, so when a product is near its best before date, we often mark it down so it can be enjoyed for a cheaper price, instead of being wasted,' the spokesperson said.
‘Markdowns do not uniformly take place at the same time across all stores. There are many things that can impact when this takes place, including stock on hand, delivery schedules and team member rosters.’
'Food safety is paramount, and we encourage customers to be mindful of use by and best before dates, which determine the shelf life of food products, how long food can be kept before the quality deteriorates or when the item is unsafe to eat.'
In a similar story, a shopper pulled off a massive discount in her grocery shopping from $208 to a whopping $53! She shared her trick, which aligned with the old adage, 'The early bird gets the worm'.
What’s her grocery strategy? Read more about it here.
While markdown shopping can lead to significant savings, it's essential to balance the financial benefits with potential health risks. Always remember that a good deal isn't truly a bargain if it compromises your health or safety.
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