Shopper scores unexpected, luxurious dinner for $3! See how you can get one too!

When grocery shopping, it is always satisfying to see an incredible bargain, more so if it involves high-quality produce that rarely goes on sale.

One shopper's tale has divided shoppers as it could be a stroke of luck or a strategy that could help shoppers save money.


A shopper snagged a premium Wagyu scotch fillet for $3.30—a whopping $19.80 less than its usual price.

The shopper, who shared her story online, explained that the steak had been incorrectly weighed and labelled as 0.06kg instead of its actual weight of 0.42kg.

Upon verifying the weight, she realised she scored an incredible deal.


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Wagyu is an expensive type of beef, with prices depending on its cut and origin. Image Credit: Pexels/Dana Sredojevic


'I haven't been this happy since the birth of my youngest child,' she joked in a post.

'The rest of the family is getting the normal steak,' she added as a disclaimer.

'I searched the whole shelf, and this was the only mislabelled one. Sorry, kids!'


Another shopper shared a similar experience at their local IGA.

The shopper found a steak weighed correctly yet priced at an incorrect rate per kilogram.

He bought about 1.3 kg of steak for a whopping price of five cents.

'The incorrect price was honoured by my supermarket,' he said.

The key to finding bargain produce was to double-check the weight and labels on the meat.

Keep an eye out for unusually low prices on high-end meats like Wagyu or lamb racks, and verify the weight using in-store scales or at home.

Scanning shelves early in the morning or late in the evening could increase the chances of finding markdowns or mislabelled items.


However, these bargains also came with some criticism.

Some questioned the action of taking advantage of such errors.

However, others argued that every saving counts, especially amid Australia's cost of living crisis.

'If you didn't take it, the next person to see it would have,' one shopper rationalised.

Harris Farm Markets is famous for its high-quality fresh produce, gourmet items, and speciality goods at competitive prices.

It is also an alternative to supermarket chains, especially in states like NSW, Queensland and Victoria.


Harris Farm Markets' deals do not stop at Wagyu steaks.

They also have 'Imperfect Picks'—a range of fruits and vegetables that might not look perfect but are just as delicious and nutritious.

These 'Imperfect Picks' are also available at low prices.

This initiative helps shoppers save money while reducing food waste.

The store's commitment to locally sourced products, organic options, and premium meats makes it a favorite among discerning shoppers.

As the lucky Wagyu finder demonstrated, a little attention to detail could lead to some unexpectedly luxurious dinners without breaking the bank.
Key Takeaways

  • A shopper purchased a premium Wagyu scotch fillet steak for $3.30 due to a labelling error at Harris Farm Markets.
  • The Wagyu steak was mistakenly labelled as weighing less than its actual weight, which led to a significant discount.
  • Shoppers may find similar bargains by carefully checking labels on premium cuts of meat and searching for markdowns at certain hours of the day.
  • Harris Farm Markets carries high-quality produce and specialty items, including a range of discounted fruits and vegetables to reduce food waste.
Have you ever stumbled upon an unbelievable bargain while grocery shopping? Share your stories and finds with us in the comments section below!
 

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I am a very careful shopper & check the price marked on the shelf & the price I get charged at checkout. esp for what seem like really good prices.
In my local WW they had the 30 egg cartons marked at an excellent price so I put some in my cart. When I got to checkout they were scanned at what was probably the regular price. Paid for them at the checkout then went straight to the Enquiries section to register my complaint that I had been charged incorrectly. The very courteous person dealing with these issues went to check the price on the shelf (to be sure I was truthful, & I have no problem with this), came back & said that the whole carton of eggs had been misplaced but that I was correct in the price on shelf. The full cost of the eggs was refunded as per policy of supermarkets. So, good score for me as I had 2.5 doz eggs free.
The takeaway of this? Check your docket before leaving the store & get a refund if you have been overcharged.
 
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My lucky find was trays of 12 lamb cutlets incorrectly priced at $11.20.
The usual price is around $35 per kilo. As this is my favourite meat l bought 3 trays and left 2 there for some other lucky shopper.
 
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It was only toi,et wipes for me a little while ago but they hadnthe special price under the wrong goods so you picked them up and bought them and I did not realise until I got home. I thought no way. So went back next day, took a photo and picked up what I wanted and went to the counter and got one for free and one at the cheaper price. Worked out being a credit on what I was charged the day before. They often put the wrong goods in the wrong place to make you pay more and you need to be paying attention. I am going to be taking lots of photos from hereon in.
 
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Strike while the iron is hot!

In the early 1980s, a Shell servo in Beverley Hills (Sydney) had petrol for 39.9 cents a litre. I filled up from near empty and the display said less than $5 when full!

Paid for the fuel and upon return to my car, the pump said 9.9 cents per litre! Someone stuffed up! :ROFLMAO: :ROFLMAO: :ROFLMAO:
 
Always pays to be vigilant when you do your shopping anywhere these days....there are lots of bargains out there if you don't rush all the time when you shop.....so keep those peepers of yours on full and you may walk away with a pleasant unexpected surprise....especially relevant in this day and age.:oops:
 

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