What offerings are in ALDI stores abroad that aren't available Down Under?
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When it comes to shopping for groceries and everyday essentials, ALDI is one of the go-to stores for Aussies looking for the best deals with the least hassle. The no-fuss shopping experience, great prices, and quality products make it a popular choice.
However, while we browse the shelves of our local ALDI here in Australia, many of us wonder what products other ALDI stores in foreign countries have for their customers.
It turns out there are two main versions of ALDI that cater to different countries: ALDI Süd and ALDI Nord.
To keep a long story short, these two stores were created when the original ALDI (owned by two brothers) was split due to differing views on selling cigarettes. ALDI Süd is the version in Australia, the US, and the southern part of Europe, while ALDI Nord is in the northern part of Europe.
So, of course, many Aussies were curious—what kinds of amazing products and food items can be found at ALDI stores worldwide that shoppers don't have down under?
Let's take a look at some of these international ALDI shopping treasures!
Belgium
For the sweet tooth, you can expect to find delicious Belgian chocolates like Ambiente Belgian Pralines and Côte D'Or's banana-cream-filled milk chocolates.
Speculoos Cookies, another Belgian specialty, can also be found at Belgian ALDI stores – no surprises there, seeing as it is closely affiliated with the company's sister, Trader Joe's.
And if you're in the market for something a bit more luxurious, then you can also pick up some Monarc speculoos cookie butter, which is a creamy version of the spiced cookies and available in both crunchy and creamy varieties.
Denmark
If you've always been interested in trying out pickled eggs, then you won't find a better place than Denmark's ALDI, where you can find them conveniently placed alongside more familiar pickled items like olives.
Ice cream fans will drool over the Mucci Sensation chocolate-covered ice cream bar, which was highly praised in a blind taste test performed by a Danish chef.
You can also find other treats like Bridge digestive cookies, as well as Grill Time's summer frankfurters, which include garlic, chilli, bacon, and cheddar varieties. And for those who love convenience, you can pick up Worlds Kitchen meatballs, pre-cooked and ready to be added to your favourite dishes.
France
French ALDI stores are the perfect places for bread and pastry connoisseurs. Here, you can find a vast array of authentic baked treats, from baguettes to croissants to Petit Choisi chocolate disco cookies.
A whole section of the store is devoted to stuffed produce of all kinds, like Crousti Vol cordons bleus and stuffed puff pastries. Meanwhile, La Cuisine Des Saveurs goat puff pastry is a surprisingly indulgent cream-based treat with goat cheese in light pastry, which we reckon is worth a try.
Spain
Spanish ALDI branches offer various deliciously tantalising products, with some of the tastiest being Flete cured ham croquettes, a popular Spanish tapas.
You can also find other classic items, like Spanish potato tortillas or frittatas, in either potato-and-onion or potato-only variations.
Moving on to dessert, you can explore items like Gutbio organic mango ice pops (dairy-free!), as well as Milsani's chocolate and cream cups, which are seemingly endlessly indulgent.
So, members, it's clear to see that ALDI is like no other grocery store. These amazing items from around the world that we can't get in Australia just add to its charm!
But while we wouldn't be able to get our hands on them anytime soon, we can only hope that ALDI will one day bring them to our shores. We're crossing our fingers!
What do you think? Which one of these items are you looking forward to seeing on the shelves? Let us know in the comments below!
However, while we browse the shelves of our local ALDI here in Australia, many of us wonder what products other ALDI stores in foreign countries have for their customers.
It turns out there are two main versions of ALDI that cater to different countries: ALDI Süd and ALDI Nord.
To keep a long story short, these two stores were created when the original ALDI (owned by two brothers) was split due to differing views on selling cigarettes. ALDI Süd is the version in Australia, the US, and the southern part of Europe, while ALDI Nord is in the northern part of Europe.
So, of course, many Aussies were curious—what kinds of amazing products and food items can be found at ALDI stores worldwide that shoppers don't have down under?
Let's take a look at some of these international ALDI shopping treasures!
ALDI stores in other countries have all sorts of items that can't be found in ALDI stores in Australia. Credit: Shutterstock.
Belgium
For the sweet tooth, you can expect to find delicious Belgian chocolates like Ambiente Belgian Pralines and Côte D'Or's banana-cream-filled milk chocolates.
Speculoos Cookies, another Belgian specialty, can also be found at Belgian ALDI stores – no surprises there, seeing as it is closely affiliated with the company's sister, Trader Joe's.
And if you're in the market for something a bit more luxurious, then you can also pick up some Monarc speculoos cookie butter, which is a creamy version of the spiced cookies and available in both crunchy and creamy varieties.
Denmark
If you've always been interested in trying out pickled eggs, then you won't find a better place than Denmark's ALDI, where you can find them conveniently placed alongside more familiar pickled items like olives.
Ice cream fans will drool over the Mucci Sensation chocolate-covered ice cream bar, which was highly praised in a blind taste test performed by a Danish chef.
You can also find other treats like Bridge digestive cookies, as well as Grill Time's summer frankfurters, which include garlic, chilli, bacon, and cheddar varieties. And for those who love convenience, you can pick up Worlds Kitchen meatballs, pre-cooked and ready to be added to your favourite dishes.
Danish ALDI's summer frankfurters come in garlic, chilli, bacon, and cheddar flavours. Credit: ALDI.
The crêpes in ALDI France come stuffed with ham and cheese. Credit: ALDI.
France
French ALDI stores are the perfect places for bread and pastry connoisseurs. Here, you can find a vast array of authentic baked treats, from baguettes to croissants to Petit Choisi chocolate disco cookies.
A whole section of the store is devoted to stuffed produce of all kinds, like Crousti Vol cordons bleus and stuffed puff pastries. Meanwhile, La Cuisine Des Saveurs goat puff pastry is a surprisingly indulgent cream-based treat with goat cheese in light pastry, which we reckon is worth a try.
Spain
Spanish ALDI branches offer various deliciously tantalising products, with some of the tastiest being Flete cured ham croquettes, a popular Spanish tapas.
You can also find other classic items, like Spanish potato tortillas or frittatas, in either potato-and-onion or potato-only variations.
Moving on to dessert, you can explore items like Gutbio organic mango ice pops (dairy-free!), as well as Milsani's chocolate and cream cups, which are seemingly endlessly indulgent.
So, members, it's clear to see that ALDI is like no other grocery store. These amazing items from around the world that we can't get in Australia just add to its charm!
But while we wouldn't be able to get our hands on them anytime soon, we can only hope that ALDI will one day bring them to our shores. We're crossing our fingers!
What do you think? Which one of these items are you looking forward to seeing on the shelves? Let us know in the comments below!
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