Deluxe Medjoul Dates 500g £3.59 @ Lidl

nosh1004/04/2022 19:19

Where they from?

Country of origin will not be listed for a reason. I've found that with a number of medjool dates from Aldi, Lidl, Asda and Sainsbury's.

As far as I know, stating the country of origin on fruit and vegetables is a legal requirement in the UK. gov.uk/foo…how


Please email Lidl with product details (barcode, store etc) asking the country of origin, and why it is not displayed on the packaging as per UK law.

You may find them take it if the shelves.

If a thorough explanation is not provided, you could report to the Food Standards Authority

They shud allow country of origin so customers know where they are sourced from.

They replied to my request stating that their supplier says they produce the dates “across Israel” - even though I’d asked for both country and specific area(s) in the country of origin, so they are likely omitting this detail to avoid admitting that the production is occurring on illegal Israeli settlements. Please AVOID buying these dates.

Only buy branded authentic dates , yaffa or zaytoon. Avoid anything unbranded or hidden place of origin. They have alot to hide.

Cerealhunter04/04/2022 23:51

As far as I know, stating the country of origin on fruit and vegetables is …As far as I know, stating the country of origin on fruit and vegetables is a legal requirement in the UK. https://www.gov.uk/food-labelling-and-packaging/food-labelling-what-you-must-showPlease email Lidl with product details (barcode, store etc) asking the country of origin, and why it is not displayed on the packaging as per UK law.You may find them take it if the shelves.If a thorough explanation is not provided, you could report to the Food Standards AuthorityRead lessRead more

I noticed some on sale in lidl that looked good but nowhere on the packaging listed a origin, even the side of the carton they were all batched in. Even loose items or produce need the origin label listed.

IMHO04/04/2022 23:08

Another stupid question. Why put "vegan" in the listing, aren't all dates, …Another stupid question. Why put "vegan" in the listing, aren't all dates, by design, vegan?Read lessRead more

some fruits are sprayed or coated with shellac or beeswax (both animal products) to make them last longer and also give them a shiny look , so technically even though they are just fruits they won't be suitable if you are a strict vegan

Where they from?

AndyLias04/04/2022 19:38

Ok stupid question; what makes dates deluxe or luxury?

Medjoul are know for being an expensive variety

I keep well away If they are from a certain country and always check before purchasing

nosh1004/04/2022 19:19

Where they from?

Lidl

Picked up some from Sainsbury's and they were from Jordan.
If no origin is specified then no purchase for me but stock-up a little when they do

AndyLias04/04/2022 19:38

Ok stupid question; what makes dates deluxe or luxury?

It's part of their 'deluxe' range. Similar to other supermarkets that have a 'Finest' or 'Taste the Difference' range.

Probably a bit of a con

Another stupid question. Why put "vegan" in the listing, aren't all dates, by design, vegan?

IMHO04/04/2022 23:08

Another stupid question. Why put "vegan" in the listing, aren't all dates, …Another stupid question. Why put "vegan" in the listing, aren't all dates, by design, vegan?Read lessRead more

Dates can have insects 🤫

volc04/04/2022 23:12

Dates can have insects ?

How do they stop the insects getting in the vegan ones?

These dates are good. Other brands tend to be awfully sticky, whereas these you can eat without a napkin.

zed200004/04/2022 19:15

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National offer

THere are much much better dates and brands to spend your money on than this one!

IMHO04/04/2022 23:26

How do they stop the insects getting in the vegan ones?

Pesticides I guess.

Rmcstar05/04/2022 12:06

Medjoul are know for being an expensive variety

No, Im sure it's just lidls own higher range products. Does not necessarily mean it's top quality.

Definitely find out origin before purchasing.

Also Lidls deluxe stuffed dates last year had to be recalled due to concerns of salmonella. Hmmm

Jaydizzle8412/04/2022 15:14

I like my dates to be consistent in shape and size, which these are, and …I like my dates to be consistent in shape and size, which these are, and they taste greatI get a general feeling that a lot of people here are anti-symmetric. That's their problem.Read lessRead more

is this what you mean ? :/ :/ 👇👇

girag184712/04/2022 15:41

is this what you mean ? :/ :/ ??[Image]

Exactly after several deleted posts, you can only win with maths.

Ok stupid question; what makes dates deluxe or luxury? (edited)

Gollywood04/04/2022 21:17

It's part of their 'deluxe' range. Similar to other supermarkets that …It's part of their 'deluxe' range. Similar to other supermarkets that have a 'Finest' or 'Taste the Difference' range.Probably a bit of a conRead lessRead more

only morrisons justifies their premium range imo

burmingum05/04/2022 09:09

THere are much much better dates and brands to spend your money on than …THere are much much better dates and brands to spend your money on than this one!Read lessRead more

Can you enlighten us further.

Jordan River medjool dates are the best also King Solomon. (edited)

Seen these in Lidl today and like everyone says no origin stated anywhere on retail packaging and box containers

IMHO05/04/2022 11:28

Can you enlighten us further.

Do your own research!

burmingum05/04/2022 21:18

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Why would I want you banned?

I like my dates to be consistent in shape and size, which these are, and they taste great
I get a general feeling that a lot of people here are anti-symmetric. That's their problem.