Aldi Shoppers Excited About New Beauty Club And Katsu Chicken Bake Dupe
Aldi is making waves in the supermarket world with two exciting offerings that have shoppers buzzing. As of May 9, 2025, the discount grocery chain is not only giving customers a chance to become beauty influencers through its Beauty Club but is also delighting fans with a new chicken bake that rivals a popular item from Greggs.
The Aldi Beauty Club is inviting makeup enthusiasts to apply for a chance to test exclusive Lacura beauty products before they hit the shelves. This initiative allows ten lucky winners to become Aldi testers, enjoying early access to unreleased items while also gaining the opportunity to enhance their social media presence. Previous winner Vicki Hunt from the West Midlands shared her experience, stating, "I got to try new products early and share exclusive reviews with my followers. It wasn’t just fun; it helped me grow my platform and connect with a community that loves affordable beauty as much as I do."
To apply for this unique opportunity, interested shoppers must email [email protected] by 11:59 PM on May 20, 2025. The application requires the applicant's full name, social media handles on TikTok and Instagram, a 150-word explanation of why they should be selected, and their favorite Lacura product. Aldi emphasizes that being a part of the Beauty Club means more than just testing products; it’s about becoming an influencer in the beauty space.
In addition to its Beauty Club, Aldi has captured the attention of shoppers with its new Crestwood Katsu Chicken bakes, priced at just £1.39 for a pack of two. These bakes have been hailed as a near-perfect dupe of the now-discontinued katsu chicken bake from Greggs, which was recently axed from their menu. The excitement among shoppers is palpable, with many taking to social media to express their eagerness to try Aldi's version. One enthusiastic shopper shared, "New spotted this morning, Katsu chicken bakes. Only £1.39 for a pack of two in the freezer!"
Comments on social media reflect the enthusiasm, with one person noting, "Need to try these as Greggs don't do them anymore!" Another added humorously, "It's a bit of Greggaldi's there!" The discontinuation of Greggs' katsu chicken bake sparked outrage among fans, with many expressing their disappointment on platforms like X. One user lamented, "@GreggsOfficial why have you removed the chicken katsu curry bakes from your shops they're the best item on the menu with so much flavour?"
Aldi's new offering provides an affordable alternative, costing only 70p per pastry compared to the roughly £2.50 price tag for a single katsu chicken bake from Greggs. While the new bakes are not currently listed on Aldi's website and may not be available in every store, customers are encouraged to check their local Aldi for this exciting new product.
As Aldi continues to innovate and capture the attention of shoppers, these two offerings highlight the supermarket's commitment to providing value and excitement to its customers. Whether it's through becoming a beauty influencer or enjoying a delicious and affordable chicken bake, Aldi is making sure its shoppers have plenty to talk about this month.
