Hot dogs are a go-to option when I need quick and easy family dinner. Most people like them, and they’re also versatile in how they can be served. You can serve them with ketchup, mustard, and relish. You can serve…
When it comes to marinated meats that help you get a head start on dinner prep, Aldi is king. The discount grocer sells several options in the fresh meat department, including a BBQ flavored boneless pork shoulder roast, pork carnitas,…
Mexican-inspired food is part of the regular meal rotation in my house. We love tacos, taco salad, and loaded nachos. A great part of these meals is tortilla chips and dip. The dip might be a good restaurant-style salsa, homemade…
A few days ago, a major food publication put out a story with the following headline: “Aldi is Getting Rid of Scanners, Cashiers, and Checkout Lines with the Help of AI.” This story has since made the rounds on social…
Each week we highlight a few of the more interesting items in the upcoming Aldi weekly ad. Note that, in most areas, the ad takes effect on Wednesday. This week’s theme includes a variety of foods for Cinco de Mayo,…
This post is an open thread and contains affiliate links. If you have kids or grandkids, you might be familiar with Rody, the inflatable bouncy horse toy that children can ride on. A name-brand Rody can be pricey, with some…
This post is an open thread and contains affiliate links. Mother’s Day falls on May 12th this year, and Aldi has been stocking a variety of cards and potential gifts in time for the Hallmark holiday. Lately I’ve seen candles,…
Whenever I go to Trader Joe’s, I make a point to take a look at their small personal care products aisle. Some of the products there feel a bit luxurious or are simply really novel. I’ve found all kinds of…
Aldi sells a variety of fantastic refrigerated dips. They offer dips to suit every taste, whether you prefer Mexican, Mediterranean, or knockoffs of classic Applebee’s appetizer dips. This spring, I noticed some new-to-me dips in the refrigerated aisle at the…
My husband loves mushrooms. Mushroom and Swiss burgers. Pizza topped with mushrooms. Sauteed mushrooms served atop a steak. Mushrooms in an omelet. Mushrooms served with other grilled veggies in fajitas. My husband’s love for mushrooms has influenced me over the…