Aldi Meals!

I'm sure all my clients at one point have heard me talk of my love for Aldi! Well thank you to Lori F. for sharing this website with me where a mom shares a whole menu planner of Aldi bought foods and recipes and breaks down the pricing! Awesome! You can see the link here and read the Aldi tips below. I know a few people were totally lost when they went on their first visit!
http://www.momadvice.com/food/aldi_meal_plan.aspx

 Here are a few tips for a successful Aldi shopping experience.
•No coupon clipping is needed for your Aldi shopping experience. Aldi sells, primarily, only off-brand merchandise saving you some time on coupon cutting. Aldi carries only one brand in one size in each of their product category. Just because these products are considered "off-brand", in actuality, many of the private label products are made by well-known brand manufacturers and are simply shipped in different packaging to their stores.
•Aldi only accepts cash, debit cards, and the electronic benefits transfer cards (formerly known as food stamps).
•The store offers a shopping cart rental program. Basically, this means you will need to insert a quarter into the cart to use it. Upon returning the cart, you will receive your quarter back, but be sure to tuck a quarter in your purse before you go. Nothing is more frustrating than having to wait in line for change so that you can get your cart to start you shopping trip.
•Bring your own grocery bags or you can pay for their bags. Paper bags will cost you five cents a pop and the plastic bags will run you ten cents. Along with bringing your own bags, you will also need to bag your own groceries. The cashier will set the groceries in your cart and then you are responsible for the bagging. Aldi provides a long counter where you can bag your groceries. Also keep your eyes out for empty boxes because these are perfect for storing groceries in your car and make carrying your groceries easier.
•Aldi offers a double guarantee on all of their products. If you are dissatisfied with any of their products, they will replace the product and refund your money too!
•Join Aldi's mailing list to receive regular information about their special offers. You can sign up for their email newsletter through http://www.usa.aldi.com

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