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| - The new ALDI on Baum was pretty much a revelation for me once I moved back into the country. I was in Panama for over a year until this fall, and I use to do all of my shopping at the Giant Eagle- which is always a mad house!- and I noticed that the ALDI had just opened a block down. I knew the limitations of ALDI before I went in- the selection isn't particularly great, produce isn't great, they don't take credit cards, no bags for the groceries, etc. and maybe this is why I was able to really appreciate it for what it is. For me, being a poor graduate student in the East End, this place is perfect for all of my needs. I'm not a huge cook or food connoisseur, so I understand why others have been a little more on the harsh side to ALDI- but I love it. The people in the parking deck guiding you to your spot are smiling and always nice, people are always willing to give me one of their quarters for the cart when I forget it :), and nobody can beat their prices. I stock up on hummus, as it's only 1.99 per container (compared to almost 4 bucks at Giant Eagle)- and it's really good! So, as I'm not particularly picky about what I put into my shopping cart, I found all the mainstays and items that I need. Furthermore, the people working there are always more than friendly and quick ringing you up (a perk of not bagging). I will continue to shop there while a smile on my face.
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