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ALDI UNVEILS LUXURIOUS LINE-UP OF ALTERNATIVES TO TURKEY FOR CHRISTMAS DAY 

7 October, 2025

After seeing sales of Wagyu increase by over 58% last year, supermarket Aldi is launching an extensive selection of festive mains so shoppers can enjoy carving out a new Christmas tradition. Truly a cut above the rest, options include everything from sought-after cuts of Wagyu to succulent lamb and premium poultry, all promising a showstopping centrepiece for every celebration. 

Beef:  

Nothing says indulgence like Aldi’s NEW Specially Selected The Ultimate Slow Cooked Wagyu Shin (£29.99 per kg). This 100% British Wagyu shin is slow cooked to perfection, deliciously tender and infused with a rich beef and truffle jus.  

Equally decadent is the NEW Specially Selected The Ultimate Wagyu Wing Rib (£32.99 per kg). Promising exceptional flavour and tenderness, this new Wagyu joint makes a truly impressive centrepiece for the festive table.  

Back by popular demand, the iconic Specially Selected The Ultimate Wagyu Tomahawk (£32.99 per kg), offering a supersized steak to impress guests, and the exquisitely tender, thick cut Specially Selected The Ultimate Wagyu Chateaubriand (£39.99, 750g) will also be returning to stores this Christmas.  

For the beef connoisseur, the NEW Specially Selected 40 Day Aged Aberdeen Angus Cote De Boeuf (£29.49 per kg) is the perfect choice. Made with 100% British Beef, the Cote De Boeuf is matured for 40 days and offers unparalleled depth of flavour and succulence. All beef festive mains are available in store from 19^th December. 

Pork: 

For those who crave the satisfying crunch of crackling, Aldi’s Specially Selected Crackling Gammon Joint (£19.99, 2.5kg) is back and better than ever. This showstopping main promises a sugar-baked delight that’s a truly cracklin’ alternative to a traditional turkey course.  

Also returning to stores is the popular Specially Selected Slow Cooked Porchetta (£14.99, 1.15kg). This 100% British, deliciously smoky British porchetta is slow cooked for extra succulence and offers a truly indulgent and effortless centrepiece for a festive feast. Both available in stores from 5^th December.  

Lamb: 

For lamb lovers, Aldi is launching a NEW Specially Selected Lamb Guard of Honour (£24.99 per kg). Boasting exposed ribs to form the signature guard of honour style arch, this stunning cut is crusted with a fragrant garlic and herb seasoning to create a truly impressive and flavourful centrepiece.  

For a lamb-based twist on a classic dish, shoppers can try Aldi’s Specially Selected Lamb Wellington (£16.99, 701g). Encased in deliciously buttery golden puff pastry, this dish makes for a truly special festive main. Both are available in store from 19^th December.  

Poultry: 

Experience the height of luxury for less this festive season with Aldi’s NEW Specially Selected British Whole Duck (£8.99, 1.8kg). 100% British whole duck comes complete with giblets, perfect for crafting the most flavourful homemade gravy. A succulent and satisfying choice. 

Alternatively, shoppers can pick up the popular Specially Selected British East Anglian Whole Goose (£12.99 per kg). This free-range whole goose is grown on East Anglian farms, ensuring a rich flavour and exceptional tenderness. An ideal alternative for a truly traditional and impressive festive spread, serving 8-12 guests. Available from 19^th December.  

Aldi’s range of turkey alternatives will be available in store throughout December.