ALDI: The No. 1 Destination for Summer Cravings and Savings

BATAVIA, Ill., May 2, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Whether you are looking for food for a family get-together, camping essentials or even patio items, switching to high-quality ALDI exclusive brands can save you up to 50 percent* compared to traditional grocers. The ALDI Summer Seasonal catalog is available in stores and online at www.aldi.us now through August, and showcases a wide variety of summer essentials. So fire up the grill, set up the backyard oasis, and get ready for more summer and more savings with ALDI.

"I love a good value, which is why I love ALDI," said Kimberly Danger, founder of Mommysavers.com. "I rely on ALDI not only for great prices, but also as my go-to destination for all of my summer needs. From fresh fruits and vegetables to a wide selection of grilling meats and award-winning wines, to outdoor patio furniture, plants, flowers and convenient camping basics, ALDI has the high-quality products to make my summer successful."

More Summer. More Savings.
From summer recipes to family activities, the ALDI Summer Seasonal catalog has great tips and ideas for a successful summer, including:

• Thrill of the Grill: Be the neighborhood grilling sensation this summer and turn your backyard into a burger bar. Having a variety of toppings on hand will let everyone build the burger that they want and keep your grill hot all summer long.
• Portable Picnic: Before you head off to the park, make sure to bring folding chairs, tables, outdoor games and maybe even a gazebo.
• Backyard Oasis: Expand your living space outdoors with comfortable outdoor furniture, a few small tables and groupings of chairs.  Add a hammock or reclining chair to relax to the max.
• Convenient Camping: Have a backyard "staycation" – a fun and economical way to introduce your kids to the outdoors while still having access to the comforts of your home.

Customers can fulfill the majority of their summer shopping needs at ALDI, where they can expect to find more than 1,400 of the most frequently purchased items sold under ALDI exclusive brands. An additional lineup of more than 130 summer seasonal items are available starting now, including Roseland Baby Back Ribs, Nature's Nectar All Natural Raspberry Lemonade and Little Salad Bar Coleslaw. Each week, ALDI will also offer shoppers amazing deals on special items like the Gardenline Rope Hammock Set and Adventuridge 9'x7' Dome Tent.

At ALDI, great quality comes with everyday low prices. Savvy shoppers know they can save time and money at ALDI without sacrificing quality because ALDI exclusive brands must meet or exceed the national name brands on taste, quality and price.

ALDI stands behind the quality of its exclusive products with a Double Guarantee. If for any reason a customer is not 100 percent satisfied with a product, ALDI will gladly replace the product AND refund the customer's money.

About ALDI Inc.

A leader in the grocery retailing industry, ALDI operates more than 1,200 U.S. stores in 32 states, primarily from Kansas to the East Coast. More than 20 million customers each month save up to 50 percent* on their grocery bills, benefiting from the ALDI simple and streamlined approach to retailing. ALDI sells more than 1,400 of the most frequently purchased grocery and household items, primarily under its exclusive brands, which must meet or exceed the national name brands on taste and quality. ALDI is so confident in the quality of its products, the company offers a Double Guarantee: If for any reason a customer is not 100 percent satisfied with any ALDI product, ALDI will gladly replace the product and refund the purchase price. For more information about ALDI, visit www.aldi.us.

*Based upon a price comparison of comparable products sold at leading national retail grocery stores.

SOURCE ALDI Inc.