When we first created Aldi Reviewer, we set about trying to better understand the different kinds of items in an Aldi store. As longtime shoppers, we had a pretty good idea already, but we felt it was important to make…
Aldi can be a great place to buy stuff to outfit your bathroom, from bath towels to shower caddies and organizer trays, and even Squatty Potties, razors, and toothbrushes. When the weekly ad indicated Aldi would be selling shower curtain…
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….
Trader Joe’s — Aldi’s cousin — sells a small selection of pet food and treats. I recently tried feeding my cat the Bench & Field brand of dry cat food from TJ’s, and she strongly approved. So I decided to…
EDITOR’S NOTE: View our roundup post of Earth Grown products here. Mozzarella sticks are some of my favorite appetizers. There is nothing quite like that combination of crispy breading and gooey, stringy cheese filling. Add some marinara sauce or pizza…
Blenders are a useful kitchen appliance no matter what time of year it is. However, once the New Year arrives and people are looking for ways to eat more healthy foods, blenders are a popular gadget of choice especially if…
When I was a kid, I remember attending a presentation in which some Americans who lived in Japan talked about their time there. For fun, they passed around some snacks they had purchased in Japan. We kids liked the chewing…
Cheesecake is one of the most popular desserts. Its versatility — you can eat it plain, or with toppings or mix-ins such as fruit or chocolate — means that no matter what your taste preferences are, you can probably find…
Each holiday season, Aldi sells a host of Advent calendars for every taste and hobby, from cheese to wine to beer, and even pet treats, candles, chocolates, crafts, and coffee. Advent calendars run from December 1st to December 24th, or…
Panera Bread is a chain of some 2,000 fast-casual restaurants in the United States, known for their artisan-style soups, salads, sandwiches, pastries, and other items. (Most people may not be aware that the chain, which was born in St. Louis,…
