Raise your hand if you love food, but your wallet doesn’t? *Raises hand* Well, you’re in luck! We’ve got a secret for you, and it’s called food sharing apps. It’s like the Tinder for food – swipe left if you don’t want it, and swipe right if you want it all to yourself.

Let’s face it, food waste is a massive problem – did you know that we waste almost 30% of all the food we produce? That’s just bananas, and not in a tasty smoothie kind of way. This is where food sharing apps come into play. These genius platforms are designed to help people (that’s you!) rescue surplus food from going to waste.

These apps work like this: People or businesses (like cafes, bakeries, and even your neighbors) list their extra food, usually for free or super cheap, for you to claim and collect. Say goodbye to crying over a thrown away half-eaten pizza (RIP), and say hello to guilt-free, low-cost meals! Honestly, what a time to be alive!

Let’s take a look at some of the coolest food-sharing apps out there that are putting a stop to food waste and helping you satisfy your munchies at the same time:

1. OLIO – No more lonely leftovers with this app! Neighbors, shops, and cafes list their excess food, which is available to pick up for free (seriously, free food!). Users simply message each other to arrange collection. Your Friday night takeout leftovers could be someone else’s Saturday morning breakfast feast. Win-win!

2. Too Good To Go – This app rescues food from restaurants and cafes that would otherwise be tossed at the end of the day. Users can purchase a discounted “Magic Bag” filled with surplus food, making every meal a fun, delicious surprise. The app is currently operating in 15 countries across Europe and the United States, saving your wallet and the environment.

3. Karma – Similar to Too Good To Go, Karma connects users to businesses with excess food. However, the unique feature of Karma is that users can filter their search by dietary requirements (gluten-free pals, rejoice!). They can also purchase their rescued meals directly through the app.

4. Food for All – With a slogan like “Save $$$, Save the Planet,” Food for All means business. Their mission is to prevent restaurant food waste by offering users discounted surplus food to purchase through the app. Available in Boston and New York City, you can score mouth-watering deals on sushi, salads, pastries, and more.

5. FeedBack – If you’re located in Toronto, you’re in luck! This app offers a real-time map that shows all participating food venues near you that have excess food. Discounts range from 20-70% off the original price, and let’s face it, who doesn’t love a food bargain?

Now that you’re in the know about these life-changing food-sharing apps, it’s time to get out there, rescue some meals, and feast without guilt (or an empty wallet). Goodbye food waste, and hello delicious deals!