Aldi’s arch rival, the German discount grocery store chain Lidl, announced Friday that it will open 25 new stores in the United States by the spring of 2020. The new stores will be in East coast states, including Maryland, New York, Pennslyvania, North Carolina, and South Carolina. The new stores…
For many people, late spring means it’s time to bring the grill back out of hibernation. (My grill never really goes into hibernation, but that’s another story.) As Memorial Day approaches to herald the unofficial start to summer, it’s natural for people to start thinking pork chops, chicken wings, hot…
Special thanks to Kelly for helping us out with this review. I bought a pineapple slicer from Aldi several years ago. It was sold under the now-discontinued Kitchen Living brand name, which used to be one of Aldi’s house brands that included a variety of kitchen gadgets, cookware, and serving…
Memorial Day is a significant holiday in the United States. First and foremost, it’s a holiday to remember American soldiers who have fallen in the line of duty. (A well-intentioned mistake some people make is to view it as a holiday for veterans, and while veterans’ contributions are important, the…
Each week we highlight a few of the more interesting items in the upcoming Aldi ad. Note that, in our area, the ad takes effect on Wednesday, but in some areas it may take effect as early as today, Sunday. This week’s theme is more patio furniture and decor, gardening…
Every year, Aldi sells a picnic blanket that folds up neatly with a zipper. It features a carrying strap, so it can be toted over your shoulder, and when it’s in the folded and zipped position, it also has a pocket that is good for carrying small items like a…
Authorities arrested a man Thursday who is believed to be the suspect in a series of armed robberies at several Aldi stores across the state of North Carolina, including one robbery that occurred while the suspect wore an Incredible Hulk costume mask. Lionel Vernard Robinson of Wendell, North Carolina, was…
I’m a big fan of trail mix. Trail mix contains a healthy mix of fruits and nuts, which provide both protein and carbohydrates … both of which are helpful for those long outdoor outings. I personally love packing the stuff for camping excursions, especially as trail mix usually keeps well…
The grocery industry news site, Progressive Grocer, recently shared its top grocer ranking for 2019. Aldi remained in position number 9 this year, the same as last year. The online retail giant Amazon, which acquired Whole Foods Market, fell below Aldi this year, moving from number 8 to number 10.…
A protest against the decision to cancel Aldi’s contract at a market hall in the Kreuzberg district in Berlin, Germany, drew more than 400 people, according to a story in The Guardian. Markthalle Neun, a market hall dating to the 1800s, has been renewed and populated with boutique shops and…
