The main selling point of Aldi as I see it is affordability and simplicity. They stock a limited number of brands (mainly their own), they don't sell a bunch of crappy grocery items you don't need and they are pretty cheap.
I mainly go there when I want meat or need to stock up on some veges. They have a decent range of both and are a lot cheaper than other grocery stores like Woolworths or Coles.
When I go grocery shopping I try to buy only proteins and vegetables, because for me these are what make up the majority of my diet. I try to avoid most other processed foods.
If I am craving dessert or anything like that then I prefer to make it from scratch, other than that I really try to keep them out of my house.
It is also significantly cheaper to shop like this. It only cost me $150 for all of this! This will feed the boy and I for a week or more. If I was to shop at a more generic grocery store, the equivalent plus all the random stuff that ends up in my trolley can cost up to double the amount.
Hi Emilie, I am surprised to read that Aldi exists in Australia! I thought it was only available in Luxembourg, Germany and France. I have never shopped at Aldi even though there's one very close to where I live. I should check it out.
ReplyDeleteHow wierd! I should have realised it might be European from the name 'Aldi'
DeleteMmmmm, all of the food looks so good. I love how colorful your photos are.
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Thanks so much Desiree!
DeleteI actually have an Aldi right up the street and have never been in! I am all about quality goods at a cheap price. After your post I think I may need to stop in. I doubt you have these but Trader Joe's? I love that store and they are cheap with quality!
ReplyDeleteI would die if we had a trader joes in Australia! Even if I had to travel to the other side of the country I would have to visit :)
DeleteSeriously I think Aldi is taking over the world, I always knew they were back in the UK but I never expected to see them in America which there's loads of here!
ReplyDeleteSo wierd! For some reason I thought it was an Aussie thing, seems like they are taking over the world haha
Deletei LOVE aldi!!!!!!! i was a little hesitant to try their produce, but have been very satisfied! :)
ReplyDeleteYes I love their fresh veggies and fruit selection, very good quality and so cheap!
DeleteAldi has not made it to South Australia yet :(, but will be a great alternative to the supergiants when (if?) it does!
ReplyDeleteI am sure you will get it eventually! Haha Australia is pretty slow to get up to the times isn't it?
DeleteI don't think we have many Aldi in the US but I'm lucky enough to have one right up the street! You're right - it definitely lacks all the pointless "fillers" that you don't need or want, and helps you shop for the good stuff. We have very similar food preferences!
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Glad we agree so much!
Deletewhat a great shopping u did, well without the meat =)
ReplyDeletehaha I like meat products and I also like vegan alternatives. i guess they would call me an omnivore!
DeleteWow, I thought it was only the UK and Germany who had Aldi. Chicken schnitzel and sweetcorn! <3
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Deletemmm yummy stuff. I go all out when I go grocery shopping. so many good things :)
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Sounds perfect!
DeleteI love Aldi, unfortunately we don't have one anywhere near us. They'd be perfect for student budgets, haha!
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