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Daily Mirror
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
'I spotted unique chocolate bar item at car boot – but price left me gobsmacked'
A woman was left gobsmacked by the price of a chocolate bar item that she noticed at the car boot sale, however, the man explained there was something special about it Car boot sales are usually a place to grab a fantastic bargain or two, because one person's trash is another's treasure. But one woman was left gobsmacked when she was told the price of a "choccy bar" when she was browsing - but she did think that it was "cool," saying she "can't believe" the man had it for sale. Becky's Bazaar is well known on social media for bagging good bargains and showing people round charity shops, car boot sales and the like. In a recent video, she was browsing original Warner Brothers' teddies, caps, and potentially designer bags for good prices. She was told that she could have things "for a fiver," which she was happy with, and she continued browsing at the car boot. Becky then spotted a Diesel top and a Moschino one, which were being sold for £10 and £15, which some in the comments argued was "too expensive," but she thought it was quite reasonable for designer items. She hit the jackpot when she found a French Connection hoodie that was just £2.50, however the next item she spotted – a huge chocolate bar sign which used to sit outside shops in the 90s – was a tad more expensive. Becky was heard saying to the seller: "That's so sick. Excuse me. How much is your Mars sign out of interest?" The man then explained that the sign was £100, because "they were only made in 1993," so they were really rare and tricky to get hold of. Continuing to browse his stall, she looked at a horror mask that he said was "a fiver," joking that he'd been "having a good laugh with that". "I dangle it out of my window when I go on car boots," he joked, but he'd decided to sell it to get some money. In the comments, someone wrote: "That's an expensive boot sale. People wouldn't pay those prices around where I live for a teddy or skirt". Another added: "We have to sell things for 20p at my car boot, where the hell is this?" "Come to the Barnsley area and try to get a tenner for a skirt!! They want everything for 1 or 2 pounds up here. And I ain't kidding," a man fumed. One woman said: "They're going to be taking all that back home with them at those prices," with someone saying you should go to Primark for clothing instead. "Nice to get an idea of what people are charging these days. Can't expect everything for 50p though. Those days are over," a car boot goer lamented. Why is shopping at car boots a good idea? Going to car boot sales can be a fantastic idea for a variety of reasons. Firstly, they are often treasure troves of unique and affordable finds. Whether you're looking for vintage items, second-hand clothes, furniture, or even rare collectables, car boots provide an opportunity to discover one-of-a-kind pieces that you wouldn't find in typical retail stores. The thrill of not knowing what you might come across adds an exciting element to the experience. Plus, items are usually sold at much lower prices compared to traditional shops, making it a budget-friendly way to shop or even start a small collection or hobby. Moreover, car boot sales are not just a great way to shop but also offer a sense of community. They bring people from all walks of life together, creating an opportunity to connect with sellers and other shoppers in a relaxed, friendly setting. Many people enjoy the social aspect of chatting, bartering, and sharing tips, which adds to the charm of the event. It's also an environmentally friendly way to shop as it promotes recycling and reusing items, ultimately reducing waste and supporting sustainable consumption. Whether you're hunting for bargains or simply enjoying the atmosphere, car boot sales offer a fulfilling and enjoyable experience.
Daily Mirror
09-05-2025
- General
- Daily Mirror
'I bought a £5 Too Good To Go bag and was blown away when I discovered contents'
Becky managed to get her hands on a bumper bag of pasties for a really low price when she went to the West Cornish Pasty Company to pick up her Too Good To Go loot Becky's Bazaar, a Too Good To Go user, managed to bag herself a bumper haul of pasties from the West Cornish Pasty Company for just £5. The shop assistant informed Becky that they only sell one Too Good To Go bag and the rest of the items would be discarded if not taken, prompting her to take all of them that were on offer. She had a look at the variety of pasties available, including "lamb and mint, chicken, bacon and leek, traditional Cornish," and ended up with eight in total. The shop worker emphasised to Becky that the food would be thrown away if not taken, suggesting she could freeze them or give them to a neighbour if she couldn't consume all of them. Becky reassured the employee that they didn't "like throwing [food] in the bin". She revealed: "We got eight pasties in total. We got two chicken and bacon, two lamb and mint, and four Cornish pasties. "We've made sure to freeze some of them, and give some away so that nothing ends up in the bin". One commenter shared their experience working at the West Cornwall Pasty Company, writing: "I used to work at West Cornwall Pasty Company, and the pasties are so delicious. Lamb and mint, and peppered steak were always the best!" Another delighted customer said: "We've had a Too Good To Go bag from here and we really liked them, the chilli pasty was our favourite". Someone else chimed in with praise: "Yep. I love places like this. I bought a surprise bag from a doughnut shop and expected 6-8 doughnuts for £3.99 and they gave me the rest of what they had. I got 16 for £4". Giving a thumbs up to the app, a Facebook user commented: "Too Good To Go is a good little app". Why is reducing food waste important? The importance of reducing food waste stretches beyond just being mindful of our consumption - it's a battle on multiple fronts: socially, environmentally, and economically. As we toss leftovers into the bin, it's not just food we're discarding; it's all the resources like water, energy, and labour that went into making it, which are binned too. But here's the clincher - food dumped in landfills is more than just an eyesore. It degrades into methane, a greenhouse gas that packs a much heavier punch than carbon dioxide in heating up our planet. On the upside, slashing food waste can help feed mouths that might otherwise go hungry, tackling food scarcity head-on. Apps like Too Good To Go become game-changers here, forging connections between folks at home and eateries, bakeries, or supermarkets with spare eats. The result? Food that could have been wasted fills bellies instead, thanks to nifty discounts. By utilising innovative platforms such as Too Good To Go, businesses can reduce their environmental footprint, consumers can get affordable meals, and society can adopt a more collective approach to sustainable living. Apps like Too Good To Go not only assist consumers in saving money but also allow businesses to recoup some of the cost of surplus food, creating a win-win situation.
Daily Record
09-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Woman buys Too Good To Go bag for £5 and is wowed by what she gets
Becky's Bazaar shared a video to TikTok of her picking up her £5 Too Good To Go bag from the West Cornish Pasty Company – and she was left gobsmacked by the contents Too Good To Go bags are a hit for grabbing a variety of tasty, often freezer-friendly food at a bargain, all while helping to fight against food waste. Budget hunter Becky's Bazaar struck gold on her visit to the West Cornish Pasty Company, bagging an impressive haul for just £5. The shop assistant informed her that they typically sell only one Too Good To Go bag and would have to discard the rest if not claimed, leading Becky to rescue the entire batch. She looked at the pasty selection available, listing "lamb and mint, chicken, bacon and leek, traditional Cornish". And she walked away with eight in total. The employee said to Becky: "If I don't give that to you now, it's going in the bin," hinting at the possibility of freezing them or sharing with neighbours to avoid waste. Becky told the staff member she didn't "like throwing [food] in the bin". She explained: "We got eight pasties in total. We got two chicken and bacon, two lamb and mint, and four Cornish pasties. "We've made sure to freeze some of them, and give some away so that nothing ends up in the bin". People were equally impressed by the huge haul. In the comments section, a former employee said: "I used to work at West Cornwall Pasty Company, and the pasties are so delicious. Lamb and mint, and peppered steak were always the best!" Another individual said: "We've had a Too Good To Go bag from here and we really liked them, the chilli pasty was our favourite". A different user added: "Yep. I love places like this. I bought a surprise bag from a doughnut shop and expected 6-8 doughnuts for £3.99 and they gave me the rest of what they had. I got 16 for £4". "Too Good To Go is a good little app," a Facebook enthusiast commended.
