Standouts:
Kerrygold butter (imported Irish)
Specially Selected brie
Fit & Active yogurt (low sugar)
Block cheeses (cheddar/mozzarella)
Be cautious with:
— Extremely cheap pre-shredded cheese — often has fillers
3. Eggs (Consistently Cheap and Decent Quality)
Egg prices fluctuate everywhere — but Aldi almost always beats competitors.
Whether cage-free or organic, their pricing is generally strong.
Pro tip:
Buy large quantities right before holidays — freshness and price are great.
4. Bread and Bakery Items
Aldi’s bakery breads are:
Fresh
Large
Often underpriced
Top picks:
Ciabatta rolls
Multigrain loaves
Brioche buns
Cinnamon rolls
Avoid them when:
— They’re close to expiry and markdown isn’t deep — still less value
5. Aldi’s Exclusive Brands
Aldi’s private-label brands often match or exceed national names.
Notable favorites:
Specially Selected — premium tier (cheese, chocolates, sauces)
Millville — cereals (great value)
Earth Grown — plant-based products
LiveGfree — gluten-free selection
Especially look for the Specially Selected line — quality usually justifies the price.
6. Frozen Foods
Frozen aisle is one of Aldi’s strongest departments.
Hit items:
Frozen vegetables & fruit (great prices)
Kirkwood chicken tenders
Frozen pizzas (especially Specially Selected)
Frozen breakfast items
Frozen produce is often cheaper than fresh — a great choice for smoothies or cooked dishes.
7. Chocolate and Candy
Aldi’s chocolates deserve a section of their own.
Notable goodies:
Moser Roth (chocolate bars)
Choceur chocolates
Seasonal chocolates
These often outperform pricier national brands in blind taste tests — and cost a fraction.
Pro tip: Aldi’s holiday chocolates are particularly strong deals.
8. Snacks & Crackers
Aldi’s snack game is impressive — even if not every item is stellar.
Worthy deals:
Clancy’s chips
Crave Brothers chips
Snack bars with good price & flavor
Just check ingredient lists — some are higher in sodium/sugar than you’d expect.
9. Canned Goods
Aldi’s cans are often cheaper than national brands, sometimes similar quality.
Best picks:
Canned tomatoes (good in sauces)
Beans (great for budget meals)
Canned fruits (watch added sugar)
10. Aldi Finds (Aisle of Shame — but in a Good Way!)
Aldi Finds rotate weekly with seasonal and specialty items.
Sometimes they include:
Kitchen gadgets
Small appliances
Holiday treats
Toys and linens
Quality varies, so read reviews in store or online — but even when mediocre, prices are hard to beat.
The Deals That Are Not Really Deals
Not everything at Aldi is a steal. Here’s what to watch out for:
1. Organics That Aren’t Actually Cheaper
Sometimes Aldi’s organic options are nearly the same price as conventional, so always compare.
Read more on the next page
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