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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A restaurant in Manchester is hosting a bottomless carbonara night
Daisy Jackson
A restaurant in Manchester has announced its first-ever ‘Carbonara Night’, with unlimited helpings of the popular pasta dish.
The Pasta Factory on Shudehill will be inviting diners to tuck into bottomless carbonara, with the chance to eat it all for free.
The restaurant recently celebrated its 10th birthday in the city, where it’s been serving fresh pasta dishes made by hand every single day.
When The Pasta Factory first opened, it chose not to sell carbonara, worried that the traditional recipe (guanciale, egg yolk, cheese – and absolutely no cream) wouldn’t be to the taste of diners in Manchester.
But realising there was an appetite for authentic Italian cooking, carbonara has made its way onto the menu and become a firm favourite.
And now The Pasta Factory is hosting an entire night dedicated to this delicious pasta dish.
There’ll be bottomless carbonara being served up in this cosy corner of Manchester, for one night only this month.
Your booking will get you a table for 90 minutes, during which time you can order unlimited portions of carbonara.
And if you manage to eat more than five carbonaras, Pasta Factory will give you your meal for free.
The bottomless carbonara night at Pasta Factory in Manchester will take place on Wednesday 18 February, with tickets priced at £30 per night.
Inside Kouba, Deansgate Square’s stunning new Lebanese restaurant and shisha bar
Daisy Jackson
A stunning new Lebanese restaurant and shisha bar has opened at the foot of the Deansgate Square towers, with an iced latte tap, shisha bar, and all-day dining.
Kouba has taken over the former Salvi’s site in the glamorous neighbourhood, and just days after opening, it’s packed to the rafters.
The space has been transformed from family-style Italian restaurant into a Middle Eastern oasis.
Kouba operates as a three-in-one concept, doing coffees and brunches in the daytimes before transforming to a lively Lebanese restaurant by night.
It also has a sizeable terrace (blissfully weather-proof) which doubles up as a late-night shisha lounge, open into the early hours.
This newcomer to the city has already found fame online with moments like an indulgent iced salted brown butter oat latte, served from a tap (plus the whole menu of other iced drinks).
There’s also a sharing cheesecake for two that’s built before your eyes, and hot cookies with soft serve, alongside pastries from the award-winning La Chouquette bakery.
Brunch menu dishes will include signatures like the ‘Pocket Toast’, with fillings including smash burger, bacon and egg, and avocado and egg, alongside smoothies, juices and matchas.
As for the restaurant menu, there’ll be a full Lebanese food offering that includes hot and cold mezze, and Lebanese favourites like meshwi, lamb chops, and moussaka.
Click or swipe through the gallery below to see inside
Inside Kouba at Deansgate SquareThe iced latte tapThe private dining roomThe shisha loungeA full spread of foodThe coffee shop section of KoubaIced matcha and pastries from La ChouquetteDinner at KoubaCookies and soft serve
Kouba is now open and will be operational seven days a week from 8am-2am.
Emily Sergeant -
7th September 2023 
