I agree with you on Aldi, love going there. Trader Joe’s was in the news last year regarding their anti union policies so I have cooled towards shopping there. But Aldi is about 20 minutes away, so one of my favorite places (and yea! We have a new Costco that’s an easy commute from Aldi) so more options.
We’re seniors too!
In Chicago, we have everything, “big box,” midsize and small shops!
The pricier neighborhoods have numerous small shops where you pay more for everything but you are NOT supporting the oligarchy!
It’s so darn worth it if you can afford it!
Lower-priced options are
Aldi and Trader Joe’s (both are German-owned brands!).
Both retailers are better groceries than the dreaded Whole Foods (Amazon) and Walmart!
I agree with you on Aldi, love going there. Trader Joe’s was in the news last year regarding their anti union policies so I have cooled towards shopping there. But Aldi is about 20 minutes away, so one of my favorite places (and yea! We have a new Costco that’s an easy commute from Aldi) so more options.