British Supermarkets Explained | Hierarchy of Grocery Stores 🛒

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In the U.S. we call Whole Foods-"Whole Paycheck".

I used to live near a grocery store that played little thunderstorm noises when the mist would spray onto the lettuce

We have Aldi in America. It's been in America for years. It's in many states here

When I was stationed in the U.K. In the early 70’s, we lived in Ipswich, East Anglia, and there were no “grocery stores”, per se, just individual shops. Green grocer, butcher, fish shop, etc. There was a Tesco, but it was new and not very large. I also loved M & s, but I only remember them selling clothes.

The first Aldi in America opened in 1976 in Iowa. Today they have over 1,000 stores across 35 states in the U.S. ❤ you guys

The reason that Lidl and aldi don’t pack your bags for you is to save money and time. They cut corners everywhere and that is why the products are cheaper so that the customer gets the saving

Had to come today, 11/13/18, to rewatch the "carrots" episode. So funny!

I find it so funny that you expect the supermarkets to pack your groceries for you. In Norway we pack ourself, and would feel kind of awkward if someone packed our stuff. My first time in America I asked my American stepmom "why are they touching our groceries?" And she laughed so hard. We actually had lidl here in Norway for a couple years, but then all of them got closed down. People just went there to pick up wired candies and other things we had never seen before. Because all other shops in Norway have the exact same products from the same brands, so you get the same thing no matter where you shop. So lidl was kind of exotic.

Aldi has been around in the U.S. for a while but they were always considered lower class. Where I live in NC, Aldi is making some huge changes and has become quite the popular place these days. Ours just got a huge makeover and expansion, and is quite nice. But I will go just about anywhere to avoid Wal-Mart. Harris Teeter is our high-end grocer, and while their prices are insane, their selection and staff are worth it. Lidle is brand new with a few popping up in our area. I have yet, though, to visit one. Thank you for the education, Joel & Lia. Love you guys!

Aldi isn't new in America, we have had them for quite sometime.

In Philadelphia PA we have Trader Joe's & Wegman's my personal favorites. Then, the Rushoah store Net Cost. The Shop Rite on Frankford Avenue follows.

The next time you go to the US, please make a vid about a visit to TRADER JOE’S! I don’t think you’ll regret it :). TJ’s started in California, but was then bought by Theo Albrecht (who runs the Aldi Nord supermarkets in Germany). The US has had Aldi supermarkets (with the Aldi Sud orange and blue logo) for probably over 20 years, and they are growing rapidly and competing with ‘cheap food’ stores like Walmart and Kroger. The Aldi supermarkets I’ve been to are nice and cheap, and are increasingly focused on fresh organic produce, vegetarian/vegan options, and tasty German imports.

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When you go to America could you bring back a bunch of snacks and try them for a video

You should do a "best of" show of Lia cracking up. That is one of the funniest parts of your show. Seeing her laugh uncontrollably makes me laugh...😂😂😂

This just never gets old. Thank you for always making me laugh! 🥕

I live in Texas and the best and most beloved supermarket here is H.E.B. It’s local to Texas and has lots of good quality foods (a lot of organic options as well) and all very reasonably priced. ❤️Lots of love from Texas

I really enjoy the banter between you two. Keep up the good work.

Had to come back and watch this. LOL CARROTS.... O M G. BAHAHAHAHA!