Expiration dates tell consumers the last day a product is safe to consume. Best before date on the other hand tells you that the food is no longer in its perfect shape from that date. It may just lose its freshness, taste, aroma or nutrients. It does not necessarily mean that the food is no longer safe to eat.
How long can you eat after best-before?
Pantry checklist
- Milk: Up to 1 week unopened. ...
- Eggs: Up to 1 month. ...
- Meat, chicken, fish: 3-4 days and up to 6-9 months in the freezer. ...
- Nuts: Will have an extended shelf life of up to 12 months in the fridge. ...
- Sauces: Most should be used within 6 months.
- Seafood: 2-3 days in the fridge and 2-3 months in the freezer.
Can you eat expired best-before date?
Collect cold and frozen foods last
When shopping, collect your cold and frozen foods last of all. These foods could spoil before their best-before date if they are allowed to get warm.
