Aldi has just unveiled its Christmas food range for 2020 and although it may feel like this year is already running away from us fast enough as it is, it’s safe to say we’re excited.
We may only be a couple of days into August, but hear us out.
If the treats and tipples making up Aldi’s festive food range this year are anything to go by, then we’re definitely not complaining about the mention of Christmas this early on.
After the year we’ve had so far too, perhaps it’ll give us all something to look forward to.
If you’re the type of person who likes to plan well in advance, then you’re in luck because the supermarket chain has given shoppers a sneak peak into what they can expect to see on shelves later this year. From sweets and savouries, to side dishes and main courses, there’s certainly some real stand-outs to tuck into.
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What will undoubtedly be the star of the show for many a ‘Pigs in Blankets’ fan this year is Aldi’s latest take on the popular pork treat – Truffle Pigs in Blankets.
These fancy pigs in blankets have been paired with black truffles and truffle oil.
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That’s not all either, because Aldi has really gone to town when it comes to sides this year.
Shoppers will once again be able to get their hands on the much-loved Loaded Mini Yorkshire Puddings that are packed with sausage stuffing balls and topped with a pig in blanket.
Aldi will also be selling giant-sized pigs in blankets, and loaded pigs in blankets too.
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On the sweeter side, there’s some new additions and of course, some returning favourites.
The Aldi Specially Selected desserts are hard to beat at the best of times and this year’s Shimmering Gold Christmas Pudding – made with plums, glacé cherries, vine fruits, damsons and almonds and soaked in sherry and pink gin – is really getting us excited for the festive period.
Whether you love them or hate them, it wouldn’t be Christmas without a mince pie either and Aldi will be selling a showstopping selection this year, from Millionaire’s Mince Pies and Flavoured Crumble Mince Pies, to mini mince pies and just the good-ol’ traditional mince pie.
They’ve got us drooling already.
Aldi’s Christmas food range will be available in stores nationwide and online from the start of November onwards, and is set to be released in stages.
You can find more information via the Aldi website here.
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Paul Merson slams ‘pathetic’ plans for Manchester United’s new stadium
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Ex-footballer and pundit Paul Merson has branded the recently revealed plans for Manchester United’s new stadium as “pathetic” in a recent interview.
The former Arsenal and Aston Villa turned manager, commentator and TV personality spoke to Sky Sports this week after the CGIs for what some supporters are already dubbing ‘New Trafford’ were shown to the world on Tuesday.
Now, while it’s fair to say the designs have been pretty divisive, for Merson it’s still a headscratcher as to why United supporters want to leave such a historic ground and one that is still the second-largest football stadium in the country for something new and so different.
The 56-year-old didn’t hold back when giving his opinion on the matter, insisting, “If I was a Man United fan I’d be fuming.”
"I think it's pathetic…if I'm a Man United fan, I'll be fuming"
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As you can see, ‘Merse’ begins by saying he has “no interest at all”, adding that he thinks “It’s pathetic […] they’ve got one of the biggest stadiums in the Premier League” and therefore aren’t necessarily crying out for more seats, nor an entirely new sporting arena.
It’s worth noting that Old Trafford’s capacity hasn’t necessarily been the issue or priority in recent years: dated facilities, lack of technology such as screens for VAR and the infamous leaking roof, which has been taken into account by architects Foster + Partners.
“Why would you need a new stadium?”, he asks, before going on to suggest that they “need new players” instead and should be more worried about the team and finishing in the top six, “let alone Champions League.”
It’s no secret that the Red Devils’ steady slump out of the premier European competition has cost them significantly in recent years, with co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe delivering some alarming revelations about the state of the club’s finances in an interview with Gary Neville prior to the stadium reveal.
Merson summarises his opinion by saying, “I can’t believe what I’ve been seeing over the last couple of days – I’m flabbergasted.” Meanwhile, many people are chiefly concerned with how the stadium is going to be paid for, despite Mayor Andy Burnham’s reassurance that “no public money” will be used.
‘New Trafford’ is set to cost £2 billion and could be completed within five years.
Merson might have very strong opinions on Man United building a new stadium, to begin with, but what we’ve really enjoyed is seeing people’s reactions to the admittedly striking design.
Stockport-born Michelle Keegan, who also starred in Coronation Street, has been flooded with well-wishes after sharing the news of the arrival of their baby.
The official Coronation Street account wrote: “Congratulations to you both. Love from everyone here at Corrie x”
In a comment directed at Mark, Joe Wicks said: “Ffs I’m crying over here. I know how much you’ve wanted to be a dad and you’ll be an amazing dad too. This is the most beautiful thing to see. So happy for you both.”
Emily Sergeant -
4th August 2020 
