This page will explain store-specific handling of sales etc.
Aldi
History:
This store originated in Germany and is a type of small warehouse
store. I call it this way because the makeup of the store is not fancy,
many shelves simply contain opened boxes with the packaged items in
them. The store usually does not bother unpacking items. This saves on
personnel and makes Aldi a good place to find bargains. Several things
to note if you have never been to Aldi's.
Bagging groceries:
Plastic or paper bags cost money, so to save bring your own bags or try
to find a carton within the store to package your groceries. Also, Aldi
does not employ grocery baggers, you bag your own groceries. They have
counters for bagging groceries and I usually bring along a good size
cooler since the closest Aldi to Durham is on the west-side of Cary.
Payment
options: Aldi does accept debit cards and cash. No checks or credit
cards. They do accept food stamps, but NO coupons. Make sure to bring a
quarter since their carts work similar to carts in German grocery
stores, you deposit the quarter and get it back when you return the cart
to the holding pen. This ensures that carts are not left all over the
parking lot.
Good things to buy: Canned vegetables and fruits are
usually priced cheaply. You may also find their fresh fruit and veggies
to have good everyday prices. I usually check their website for weekly
specials, which may include brand name items that were bought in bulk by
Aldi and sold at bargain prices. Weekly specials may also include
seasonal items, such as flower bulbs, or special sale items that are not
part of the usual store inventory, such as faucets.
Website: For USA. Sales do start on Wednesday and are usually advertised one week ahead of the start day.
