tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3845564247295785989.post2235422832900151347..comments2024-03-28T03:21:24.026-04:00Comments on Polka-Dotty Place: First Trip to Aldi - Will I Ever Go Back??PolkaDottyPlacehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16251286113250727239noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3845564247295785989.post-18538030234654096442017-07-17T23:23:55.310-04:002017-07-17T23:23:55.310-04:00I definitely agree with your general assessment! I...I definitely agree with your general assessment! I don't go often because at this time in my life I prefer to get everything at ONE store instead of having to go multiple places to get everything on my list- and I just can't get quite everything at Aldi. That being said, their prices seriously just can.not be beat! <br /><br />and yeah- the cart thing is particularly annoying. I always start praying when I get to the parking lot that some poor soul will give me their cart and/or ask for mine so I don't have to take it back haha!Courtneyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05221846937506796615noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3845564247295785989.post-86823380427093251042017-07-17T02:10:48.740-04:002017-07-17T02:10:48.740-04:00I shop at Aldi every couple of months. Like you, ...I shop at Aldi every couple of months. Like you, there's some things I don't like. But, for the most part, their stuff is just as good as any other store. I always get my minced garlic, parmesan cheese, and heavy whipping cream there when I'm making homemade alfredo sauce. It's way cheaper than any other store.Terra Heckhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01528404663373917950noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3845564247295785989.post-46773984275138498872017-07-15T17:28:00.538-04:002017-07-15T17:28:00.538-04:00We like Aldi for somethings too, but can't do ...We like Aldi for somethings too, but can't do all our shopping there. I'd have to agree...they've got a great cheese selection. We get some snacky things too (nuts, crackers, etc). Hope you are having a wonderful weekend!Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15507593823719698494noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3845564247295785989.post-29803711253592475802017-07-15T14:38:55.204-04:002017-07-15T14:38:55.204-04:00Love your post! I've been an Aldi shopper for ...Love your post! I've been an Aldi shopper for 6+ years and buy 80% of our groceries there. I can't understand the layout either, but all our area stores have the same layout so once you figure it out you can apply it everywhere. Keep trying the different items and figure out what you like. We don't like their frozen pizza rolls, but aside from that we eat almost everything else from Aldi. I love their Naan bread (4pks) and use those for pizzas (even funky ones with goat cheese, ricotta, etc) Keep shopping, once you find what you like you'll save big $$$!!Beth K.https://www.blogger.com/profile/08471246797938598956noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3845564247295785989.post-79774023944710334382017-07-15T12:13:06.536-04:002017-07-15T12:13:06.536-04:00The layout can be weird, but once I got used to it...The layout can be weird, but once I got used to it I could at least write my list out based on where things were in the store again!!<br /><br />We but almost everything at aldi (except meat and greens). While they don't have name brands, I very rarely miss them (exception - I'm a mayo and ketchup snob!). Some of our favorite things there are cheese, diapers, eggs, crackers, nuts, milk, frozen veggies, and baking supplies. If you weren't super happy with your produce quality I'd recommend checking out another store near you - I've found that the quality can really vary depending on location!Juliannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00560399319594109099noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3845564247295785989.post-8535175967876664762017-07-14T22:28:19.353-04:002017-07-14T22:28:19.353-04:00I haven't shopped at Aldi in a while, but I di...I haven't shopped at Aldi in a while, but I did shop there before a freezer meal workshop and saved a TON! I still had to hit up the regular store for a few things, but it was pretty good overall. I need to go back sometime.Becky Goerendhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14297050793456171803noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3845564247295785989.post-29335837665687360912017-07-14T19:20:15.475-04:002017-07-14T19:20:15.475-04:00The last time I went to Aldis I bought some Corn S...The last time I went to Aldis I bought some Corn Salsa that was really good. It was a little bit hot though, so you might not like it if you don't like spicy foods. I also buy their small potatoes. They come in a package with white, red and purple potatoes. I don't care for the purple potatoes (they're a little drier than regular potatoes) but my niece is so fascinated by the purple color that she always eats them. Angelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17346526327368134411noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3845564247295785989.post-82917446898671794422017-07-14T17:54:28.913-04:002017-07-14T17:54:28.913-04:002.97 winking owl wine is DELICIOUS! We also LOVE ...2.97 winking owl wine is DELICIOUS! We also LOVE that popcorn, hahaha! I also love their almond milk and spring mix. Love supporting Aldi because they pay their employees well, unlike Wal Mart, and they have so much Organic! Emilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08656511857023782381noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3845564247295785989.post-27756501668575149562017-07-14T16:08:37.195-04:002017-07-14T16:08:37.195-04:00I'll chime in. I love Aldi! I took forever to ...I'll chime in. I love Aldi! I took forever to try it, but once I did...well, I just love it. Some of my favorites: Eggs (they had them for .45 a dozen a week ago at the one near me), Dishwasher Detergent (keeps my dishwasher clean too, so much better than brand name), Greek Yogurt (DH loves them), canned mandarin oranges (kids lunches), their cheese/cracker combos (kid lunches, again), orange juice, specialty cheeses, mini chocolate chips (I use a TON of them), Capri Sun style juice pouches (school lunches), tuna fish, cereal (their brand of Rice Krispies and Fruit Loops are good), peanut butter (but not jelly), salad dressings, condiments, lunch meat, plastic baggies, bagels, bread, veggie, chicken and beef stock for soups, cream of something soups (for cooking). Oh, and they have sea salt chocolate covered caramels that are delish! My husband likes their wine...it's fine for everyday wine and for making sangria (I don't drink alcohol, so I can't comment...but he likes it).Gretchen Menahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06004160195445514822noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3845564247295785989.post-84307156187418651242017-07-14T15:54:35.315-04:002017-07-14T15:54:35.315-04:00Yay! I'm so glad you had a pretty good experie...Yay! I'm so glad you had a pretty good experience with Aldi! I agree with all of your cons! I don't enjoy the shopping experience at ALL, but the prices are just too good to make me quit shopping there. :) <br /><br />I really like their Organic Spring Mix (the one in the plastic container). It's a great price and lasts longer than the bagged lettuce. I also recommend their chicken sausages for both price and taste. Loved your haul!<br /><br />Whitney @ <a href="http://comehomeforcomfort.com" rel="nofollow">Come Home For Comfort</a>Come Home For Comforthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12015608228834897260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3845564247295785989.post-7205480354363738382017-07-14T15:20:27.831-04:002017-07-14T15:20:27.831-04:00I shop at Aldi weekly and I have never noticed any...I shop at Aldi weekly and I have never noticed any type of smell. I wonder if it your particular store. Have you ever tried a different location?Heather Jacksonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16099581279341526104noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3845564247295785989.post-91604157903213758492017-07-14T12:55:10.981-04:002017-07-14T12:55:10.981-04:00I've been meaning to try out Aldi! I've he...I've been meaning to try out Aldi! I've heard great things, but we'll see!Lauren Honeycutthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07640051905075522134noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3845564247295785989.post-33242174854236204322017-07-14T08:57:23.515-04:002017-07-14T08:57:23.515-04:00This is my one con and the reason I don't shop...This is my one con and the reason I don't shop there at all... I think their cold food - anything that is put in the fridge - makes our fridge smell especially their produce, even if I've washed it before storing. It's so strong and everyone comments on it when opening my fridge. It makes me wonder why which then makes me question the quality so I don't shop there much. Every once in a while I get a handful of things but for the most part I shop Kroger. Stephaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02297382893543772858noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3845564247295785989.post-19780256923721718592017-07-14T08:45:26.868-04:002017-07-14T08:45:26.868-04:00Great post!! I agree I can't get everything I ...Great post!! I agree I can't get everything I need there. We usually take our list to Aldi and then immediately head to our favorite store to get the rest. It's a bit of a hassle to do that, and probably not one I could do with toddlers! But the prices are just so good! Kristen - yourfaceislikethesunshine.blogspot.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15194454155374220160noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3845564247295785989.post-39100575321633554662017-07-14T08:36:29.416-04:002017-07-14T08:36:29.416-04:00I wish we could have gone to Aldi together so I co...I wish we could have gone to Aldi together so I could have shown you everything I love and I buy!! Too funny about the popcorn- we LOVE that popcorn- I actually have to restrain myself from eating the whole bag! HA!<br />Maybe next time- try to plan a trip without the kids so you can wander the store a little bit more and become familiar with the layout?? Because I know the store and the products so well- it doesn't bother me to take all the kids...but even still...I much prefer going without them! HA ;) Have a great weekend friend!Justinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16329246820838281221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3845564247295785989.post-73900058644994997422017-07-14T08:15:56.331-04:002017-07-14T08:15:56.331-04:00It's not strange at all to make your grocery l...It's not strange at all to make your grocery list in shopping order. All the stores in my area have remodeled and I about had a melt down the the first few times I went shopping! I had gotten use to knowing where everything was and marking thinks off the list in order. I might have a slight problem. :)<br /><br />Milk, cheese and produce are my go to items at Aldi. Wendihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02547001714523524390noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3845564247295785989.post-85545130770720605932017-07-14T07:26:04.405-04:002017-07-14T07:26:04.405-04:00It's funny because as weird as the store is la...It's funny because as weird as the store is laid out, they are all exactly the same, lol! 1 tip, NEVER buy the mac and cheese, ever. We love to check for the weekly produce sales too. I think if you continued going you would get more familiar even with the hassle of it all. I can't think of anything off the top of my head but will be sure to let you know if I do. Our Pretty Little Girlshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07852177809338904329noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3845564247295785989.post-30702790675601312742017-07-14T07:24:31.884-04:002017-07-14T07:24:31.884-04:00Man, I love Aldi! You just can't beat genprice...Man, I love Aldi! You just can't beat genprices. I usually buy all of our produce there and it's so worth it. Jessica Kesslerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17471238604631802702noreply@blogger.com