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

6 October, 2026

Christmas feasting isn’t just about turkey. This festive season, Aldi is offering a selection of mouth-watering mains sure to be the hero of every dinner table. After seeing a staggering 167% uplift in sales year on year for wagyu¹, the supermarket is launching an extensive selection of festive mains so shoppers can enjoy carving out a new Christmas tradition.  

Sure to be a hit with meat-lovers, the supermarket is launching the decadent NEW Specially Selected Ultimate Wagyu Picanha (£29.99 per kg). This cut offers unparalleled tenderness, featuring a beautifully crisp, salt and pepper-crusted outer layer. Diners will enjoy a rich, intensely beefy flavour and a succulent texture, with generous marbling that brings a luxurious buttery depth and a subtle peppery spice. Available in stores from 19^th December. 

Taking centre stage this year, Aldi has completely reformulated its Specially Selected Beef Wellington (£32.99, 1kg), transforming it into a standout showstopper that rivals high-end restaurant quality for a fraction of the price. The dish boasts a prime 30-day matured beef fillet seasoned with a rich porcini mushroom rub. It’s then topped with a smooth mushroom parfait and wrapped in a delicate pancake, before being beautifully encased in an indulgent all-butter puff pastry. Available in stores from 19^th December. 

Also joining the Wagyu line-up is the returning fan-favourite Specially Selected Ultimate Wagyu Shin with Beef and Red Wine Jus (£29.99, 1.9kg). Exceptionally tender and meltingly soft, this slow-cooked shin delivers deep, savoury beef flavours. It is perfectly complemented by a glossy beef and red wine jus, bringing layers of roasted meat and dark red fruit notes for a rich, warming finish. Available in stores from 19^th December. 

Equally decadent is the returning Specially Selected Wagyu Wing Rib (£32.99 per kg). An exceptionally premium bone-in prime roast cut enhanced by flavourful, buttery marbling, this Wagyu joint makes a truly impressive centrepiece for the festive table. Available in stores from 19^th December. 

Back by popular demand, the iconic Specially Selected Wagyu Tomahawk (£34.99 per kg) offers a supersized steak guaranteed to impress guests. With its intricately marbled, juicy texture and superior size, this premium main proves shoppers don’t need to break the bank to create an elevated festive dining experience.  Available in stores from 19^th December. 

Shoppers can also pick up the impressive Specially Selected 2-Bone Rib of Beef with Salt and Pepper Seasoning (£22.99 per kg). This juicy cut of beef is delicately marbled throughout. Boasting a tender, brisket-like texture and melt-in-the-mouth feel, it’s sure to be a favourite on any festive spread. Available in stores from 19^th December. 

Shoppers looking to swap turkey for lamb this festive season will love the NEW Specially Selected Slow Cooked Lamb Shoulder with Orange Marmalade Glaze (£24.99, 1.82kg). A seasonal twist on a beloved British dish, this premium slow-cooked British lamb comes paired with a sweet and tangy citrus glaze, designed to provide a restaurant-style Christmas roast at home with minimal effort. Available in stores from 19^th December. 

Delivering a satisfying crunch, Aldi’s Specially Selected Ultimate Crackling Gammon Joint* (£19.99, 2.5kg) is back and better than ever. This sugar-baked delight is a truly cracklin’ alternative to a traditional turkey centrepiece. Available in stores from 3^rd December. 

Those looking to serve poultry with a touch of luxury can pick up the Specially Selected British Whole Goose (£11.99 per kg), slow-grown for exceptional tenderness, or the Specially Selected Whole Duck (£6.99,1.8kg), which comes paired with giblets for the perfect homemade gravy. Both are available in stores from 19^th December. 

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

*product not available in Scotland