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I've worked at Aldi for 3 years. Here are my 9 best tips for people buying groceries there on a budget.

Matthew LeskyApr 28, 2023, 20:02 IST

As an Aldi employee, I avoid buying a few products at the chain.Matthew Lesky

As an Aldi employee, I have a few tricks to stretch my dollar when I shop at the chain.
I get canned goods that will last months and produce that will be used in dishes I'm making soon.

Assess your eating and cooking habits before each Aldi trip.

I look at what I had in my pantry before I shop at Aldi.Matthew Lesky

Plan around Aldi's weekly deals.

Aldi's weekly ads are located by the entrance of each store.Matthew Lesky

Make sure everything on your shopping list has a purpose.

I assembled a meal plan so I bought a watermelon on my trip.Matthew Lesky

Get acquainted with your local Aldi and organize your list accordingly.

I organized the ingredients I wanted to buy on the Notion app.Matthew Lesky

This may be obvious, but avoid the Aldi Finds section.

The Aldi Finds aisle carries food and home goods.Matthew Lesky

Buy produce you know you'll use.

Don't buy produce in bulk unless you're going to use it.Matthew Lesky

Buy meat in bulk to freeze later.

I pack and freeze my meat.Matthew Lesky

Stock up on your dry goods.

Dry and canned goods can keep for years.Matthew Lesky

Don't assume name-brand products are a great deal just because they're being sold at Aldi.

Name-brand products at Aldi might not be sold for the best price you can find.Matthew Lesky

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