While working in the radio business during the mid-1990s, Cathy Cunningham made a discovery one night. The cheese bites on which she had been snacking were nowhere near as good as those of her mother, Geraldine Cunningham. “I knew my mama’s cheese straws were better than those things,” said Cunningham during an interview with The […]
Category: Aldi
Aldi, a renowned global supermarket chain, traces its roots back to 1913 in Germany when it was founded by Anna Albrecht. The chain’s name is a combination of “Albrecht” and “Discount” (ALbrecht + DIscount). Known for its no-frills approach and commitment to affordability, their focus is on providing high-quality products at competitive prices.
Over the years, Aldi has expanded significantly and operates thousands of stores across multiple countries, including the United States. As of 2023, they have established a strong presence with hundreds of locations in various states, offering a range of groceries, fresh produce, household essentials, and specialty items.
What sets this German retailer apart is its streamlined shopping experience, where customers are offered a carefully curated selection of items, primarily Aldi-exclusive brands, at cost-effective prices. The chain’s commitment to efficiency and simplicity, along with a focus on quality and affordability, has made Aldi a popular choice for budget-conscious shoppers seeking value without compromising on product standards.
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Aldi Announces Fan Favorite Winners, Hall Of Fame Product
Batavia, Illinois-based Aldi have released the results of its annual Aldi Fan Favorites survey. The survey was given to more than 100,000 consumers. A three-time former winner was voted into the new Fan Favorites “Hall of Fame,” while another product won the top spot in two different categories for the first time. Several items were neck and […]
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ALDI Commits To Eliminate Plastic Bags, Releases Responsibility Report
Batavia, Illinois-based Aldi and Jason Hart, CEO, have issued a letter to customers announcing a new commitment to eliminate all plastic shopping bags from stores by the end of 2023. The company believes this will remove 4,400 tons of plastic from the environment every year. The full letter from Hart can be found here. Aldi […]
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Aldi Plans Expansion Into Gulf Coast By 2023
As Batavia, Illinois-based Aldi expands in the Southeast, the company will count Louisiana as its 38th state of operation when it opens its Lafayette store on Feb. 10. It plans to open two more Gulf Coast stores in early March, along with 20 additional stores throughout the region by year-end. “There is nothing like watching shoppers […]
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Aldi Issues 2022 Charcuterie Board Trend Report
As charcuterie boards continue to trend, online searches about charcuterie are up nearly 300 percent in the past 12 months, according to Aldi. New and creative charcuterie boards have been extremely popular this year, and Aldi predicts this will continue to grow throughout 2022. The ALDI Charcuterie Board of Directors (consisting of seven experts across food and wine) […]
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UNFI Names Garibaldi As New Pacific Region President
United Natural Foods Inc. has promoted Bob Garibaldi as the new president of its Pacific Region, effective immediately. In this role, Garibaldi will lead UNFI’s Pacific Region sales team with full accountability to support customers in the region with UNFI’s full portfolio of comprehensive products and services. Prior to this promotion, Garibaldi served as UNFI’s […]
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Aldi Offers Traditional Thanksgiving Meal For Less Than $30
Batavia, Illinois-based Aldi is offering a Butterball turkey, sides and pumpkin pie for less than $30, both in stores and online for this Thanksgiving. According to a new survey, nearly 90 percent of hosts expect to spend $50 or more on a Thanksgiving meal for up to 10 guests. Aldi shoppers will spend at least 40 […]
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Aldi Advent Calendars Returning For 2021
The Aldi Advent calendars are returning for 2021 and are officially kicking off the holiday season. The calendars feature Aldi-exclusive products ranging from wine and beer to cheese, chocolates, toys and pet treats. This year’s collection starts rolling out on Nov. 3, the second annual National Advent Calendar Day, which Aldi created. National Advent Calendar Day marks the official start to the holiday season and celebrates the day Advent calendars start going on sale at Aldi stores. The 2021 lineup […]