Aldi has just launched an entire peri-peri chicken range in a bid to rival Nando’s, and it’s now available on shop shelves across the UK.
Well, if there’s one supermarket that’s good at being “cheeky”, it’s Aldi, right?
Known – and loved – for producing dupes of popular products like it’s going out of style, Aldi consistently walks the line between what’s acceptable and what’s too far when it comes to taking inspiration from others leading label brands – and of course, we all know this has seen M&S take the retailer to court in the past in over the infamous Colin the Caterpillar copycat conflict.
But we’re hoping this latest lineup of self-professed “cheeky” knock-offs doesn’t see the company get into quite so much trouble this time round.
Aldi has launched a ‘cheeky’ peri-peri chicken range to rival Nando’s / Credit: Aldi
That’s because Aldi’s just launched an entire peri-peri chicken range to rival one of the nation’s favourite restaurant chains, Nando’s, and what’s more is that you can get your hands on products in the new range for more than 50% cheaper.
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The range has got everything you need for the ultimate fake-away feast from the comfort of your own home at a “purse-friendly” price.
Some of the highlights in the range have to be Aldi’s take on the popular Nando’s Butterfly Chicken in the form the new Chicken Breast Sizzlers, either with hot Peri-Peri sauce or in lemon and herb, for just £3.69, or the new Rooster’s Thigh Fillets – which is described as being a “delectable combination” of tender chicken thigh served with a signature spice blend to pack “just the right amount of heat to tickle your taste buds” for only £3.29.
Well, you’ll want to get your hands on the he impressive new Wing Roulette then, which is a lucky dip of marinated chicken wings with spice levels that vary from mild to insanity so you can properly put your taste buds to the test.
There’s also a few vegan options too for those following plant-based diets, including the brand-new Plant Menu Peri Peri No Chicken chicken alternative for just £1.99, 240g.
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Products in the range are more than half the price of Nando’s / Credit: Aldi
You can also pair your choice of chicken with a whole host of sides inspired by Nando’s classics, such as Spicy Rice (£1.99), Mighty Peas (£1.99), Corn on the Cob (£1.99), Peri Peri Seasoned Fries (£1.49), and Rainbow Slaw (79p), and then top it all off with a drizzle of Peri Peri Mayo (99p) for a vibrant and tangy kick.
Having launched on Tuesday (5 September), Aldi’s full peri-peri chicken range is now available to get your hands on and tuck into from stores all across the UK.
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Popular Manchester restaurant bar to give out FREE sausage rolls to people called ‘Greg’
Emily Sergeant
One of Manchester’s much-loved restaurant bars is doing a free sausage roll giveaway next week… but there’s a catch.
The catch being you have to have a certain name in particular.
It was only last week that popular high street chain Pret A Manger announced it would be slinging out free sandwiches to any Mancs with ‘Nic’ in their name over the late May bank holiday weekend, and now Tariff & Dale is getting it on the giveaway action, and it’s all to celebrate the iconic event that is National Sausage Roll Day.
In case you didn’t know – which is very likely, let’s be real – next Thursday (5 June) is the day dedicated to all things sausage roll.
So what better way to mark the occasion than with free portions of Tariff & Dale‘s legendary meaty treat?
The popular Northern Quarter restaurant bar is known for its creative comfort food, craft beers and cocktails, and laid-back industrial vibe, with one of the cult-classic dishes on its menu having always been the honey pork sausage roll – which just so happens to be a whopping 15-inches long, by the way.
Resembling something more of a pork wellington than a sausage roll, if you will, the dish is crispy, golden, and glazed with honey on top.
But to celebrate National Sausage Roll day, instead of parting with £9.50 for a portion or £48 for the full 15-inch thing, people with one specific name can actually get a slice for completely free of charge.
Tariff & Dale is giving away FREE sausage rolls to people with this name next week / Credit: Supplied
And that name is ‘Greg’, because if we’re honest, when it comes to sausage rolls, we all tend to think of Greggs.
So whether your surname is Gregory or Gregson, or you’re simply just called Greg, then all you need to do to claim your complimentary slice of sausage roll heaven is head on down to Tariff & Dale next Thursday 5 June from 12pm up until 9pm.
Make sure you show your valid ID proving your name when you order at the bar, and get ready to stuff your face.
Failing that, anyone not called Greg will just have to pop into actual Greggs instead.
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Plans to open a brand-new pub on the site of the Rovers Return
Daisy Jackson
A brand-new pub is set to open in Manchester city centre net month, with treats in store like complimentary bowls of crisps, an outdoor terrace, and a games parlour.
The Stables Tavern is taking shape in the St John’s district, poetically on the same site that was once home to Coronation Street’s iconic Rovers Return pub.
They’re promising this will be a ‘historic tavern reimagined for today’s lover of a proper pint’.
The pub will come from Shiko Group, which is also behind Courts Club, where you can play tennis or basketball followed by court-side pints, and Side Street, a bar-restaurant-events space with a mid-Century interior.
Neighbouring the Bonded Warehouse, The Stables Tavern will join this rapidly blossoming new creative district, just across the yard from Caravan, The Trading Route and Aviva Studios.
Inside, punters will find multiple beer taps with local beers, served with complimentary bowls of crisps as well as a menu of pub snacks like handmade sausage rolls and local pies.
The pub will be split into three sections – an outside terrace, a main bar, and a parlour area at the back of the pub for live entertainment, old school games, and rounds of whiskey.
This might be a new district but it’s a historic area for the city – the same building was a busy watering hole back in the early 19th century for workers, merchants and visitors who made use of the nearby canals and cobbled streets.
It was then the home of the Rovers Return, back when this area was the home of Granada Studios.
Hayley Sammé, Marketing Director, said: “We’re so excited to bring The Stables Tavern back to St John’s. The area’s extensive historical backdrop and burgeoning hospitality scene provides the perfect landscape for a traditional British pub.
“It’s the perfect addition to the existing scene, and we hope it’s going to become a popular spot in our new creative district.”
The Stables Tavern will open at St John’s on Friday 6 June.
Emily Sergeant -
7th September 2023 
