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When I went shopping I paid extra for the spaghetti. Now I'm wondering how much better will it taste and if it was worth the extra!
Do you buy alternative brands at the supermarket?
Do you always stick to brand names.
Can you tell the difference between brands? |
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"Depends what it is. Some things I'll get mid range or even cheapest. Some things I'll pay for the brand. Like coca cola  . "
Now I don't mind cheap , I only drink it with vodka. But, beans...I've gone back to heinz  |
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over a year ago
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Lidl and Aldi have made a big difference, for things I like I always try their brands and compare to name ones. Some things there's no different like rice, pasta, etc but tea and coffee aren't as good, to my taste. |
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over a year ago
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I haven't shopped in a supermarket for a very long time. I get everything local from independents and bits i cant get i order online. If i get branded i tend to stick to branded like for toothpaste and that sort of thing.  |
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"I haven't shopped in a supermarket for a very long time. I get everything local from independents and bits i cant get i order online. If i get branded i tend to stick to branded like for toothpaste and that sort of thing. "
I'd like to shop that way but they can be expensive!
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Lot off the “ vaule” brands are the exact same as the expensive ones
Use to work in a biscuit factory years ago
Let’s just say marks and Spencer’s expensive biscuits are the exact same as co ops vaule brand only thing that changed on the line was the wrapper
Still to this day get a kick out off it when I in mark and Spencer’s and see them for like £1.99
And like 69p in the co op ha ha |
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"Lot off the “ vaule” brands are the exact same as the expensive ones
Use to work in a biscuit factory years ago
Let’s just say marks and Spencer’s expensive biscuits are the exact same as co ops vaule brand only thing that changed on the line was the wrapper
Still to this day get a kick out off it when I in mark and Spencer’s and see them for like £1.99
And like 69p in the co op ha ha "
My uncle used to work in a yoghurt factory and said the only difference between the fancier supermarkets and the cheaper ones is that the luxury ones knock a couple of days off the use by date so their customers don't get watery (but perfectly edible with a good mix) yoghurts. So wasteful. |
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"Lot off the “ vaule” brands are the exact same as the expensive ones
Use to work in a biscuit factory years ago
Let’s just say marks and Spencer’s expensive biscuits are the exact same as co ops vaule brand only thing that changed on the line was the wrapper
Still to this day get a kick out off it when I in mark and Spencer’s and see them for like £1.99
And like 69p in the co op ha ha
My uncle used to work in a yoghurt factory and said the only difference between the fancier supermarkets and the cheaper ones is that the luxury ones knock a couple of days off the use by date so their customers don't get watery (but perfectly edible with a good mix) yoghurts. So wasteful. "
Is he allowed to give away trade secrets like that? How dairy! |
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"Lot off the “ vaule” brands are the exact same as the expensive ones
Use to work in a biscuit factory years ago
Let’s just say marks and Spencer’s expensive biscuits are the exact same as co ops vaule brand only thing that changed on the line was the wrapper
Still to this day get a kick out off it when I in mark and Spencer’s and see them for like £1.99
And like 69p in the co op ha ha
My uncle used to work in a yoghurt factory and said the only difference between the fancier supermarkets and the cheaper ones is that the luxury ones knock a couple of days off the use by date so their customers don't get watery (but perfectly edible with a good mix) yoghurts. So wasteful.
Is he allowed to give away trade secrets like that? How dairy!"
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"I haven't shopped in a supermarket for a very long time. I get everything local from independents and bits i cant get i order online. If i get branded i tend to stick to branded like for toothpaste and that sort of thing.
I'd like to shop that way but they can be expensive!
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It works out cheaper for me. The temptations of buying crap i dont need isnt there, and no longer buy 'convenience' freezer food ect which is of hellish false economy |
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"Lot off the “ vaule” brands are the exact same as the expensive ones
Use to work in a biscuit factory years ago
Let’s just say marks and Spencer’s expensive biscuits are the exact same as co ops vaule brand only thing that changed on the line was the wrapper
Still to this day get a kick out off it when I in mark and Spencer’s and see them for like £1.99
And like 69p in the co op ha ha
My uncle used to work in a yoghurt factory and said the only difference between the fancier supermarkets and the cheaper ones is that the luxury ones knock a couple of days off the use by date so their customers don't get watery (but perfectly edible with a good mix) yoghurts. So wasteful. "
Quite believe it as it was the same in the biscuit factory all that would change would be the wrapper and boxes
One minute it be a Tesco order the next it be marks and Spencer’s and the next co op
But the line never stopped so it was the exact same biscuit |
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"I haven't shopped in a supermarket for a very long time. I get everything local from independents and bits i cant get i order online. If i get branded i tend to stick to branded like for toothpaste and that sort of thing.
I'd like to shop that way but they can be expensive!
It works out cheaper for me. The temptations of buying crap i dont need isnt there, and no longer buy 'convenience' freezer food ect which is of hellish false economy "
I have to admit to sometimes buying loads of crap but it's not for me.
I'm not a big fan of the freezer, things tend to go in and not come back out. |
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By *JB1954Man
over a year ago
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I worked years ago for a packaging machine company. Went to a company that supplied frozen veg to major supermarkets. As others have said. Products were being weighed , bagged. All that happened was once production run done for one supermarket. Bags changed and then next production run started. No change in actual product. |
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"Lot off the “ vaule” brands are the exact same as the expensive ones
Use to work in a biscuit factory years ago
Let’s just say marks and Spencer’s expensive biscuits are the exact same as co ops vaule brand only thing that changed on the line was the wrapper
Still to this day get a kick out off it when I in mark and Spencer’s and see them for like £1.99
And like 69p in the co op ha ha
My uncle used to work in a yoghurt factory and said the only difference between the fancier supermarkets and the cheaper ones is that the luxury ones knock a couple of days off the use by date so their customers don't get watery (but perfectly edible with a good mix) yoghurts. So wasteful.
Is he allowed to give away trade secrets like that? How dairy!"
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Depends what it is. I was always a Heinz person but prefer Tesco’s ketchup and beans now. Cereal has to be Kellogg’s, own brands are nowhere near. Mayo has to be Hellman’s. I’ll try stuff but if I don’t prefer it I’ll stick to branded. |
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"Lot off the “ vaule” brands are the exact same as the expensive ones
Use to work in a biscuit factory years ago
Let’s just say marks and Spencer’s expensive biscuits are the exact same as co ops vaule brand only thing that changed on the line was the wrapper
Still to this day get a kick out off it when I in mark and Spencer’s and see them for like £1.99
And like 69p in the co op ha ha
My uncle used to work in a yoghurt factory and said the only difference between the fancier supermarkets and the cheaper ones is that the luxury ones knock a couple of days off the use by date so their customers don't get watery (but perfectly edible with a good mix) yoghurts. So wasteful.
Quite believe it as it was the same in the biscuit factory all that would change would be the wrapper and boxes
One minute it be a Tesco order the next it be marks and Spencer’s and the next co op
But the line never stopped so it was the exact same biscuit "
I do think that when I'm shopping. I only bought the more expensive spaghetti because of the colour it was a different shade to the others. It'll be interesting to taste it. I don't normally buy it. |
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"Only thing I buy as a brand name food wise is Heinz products...they just have that little bit extra about them to alternate brands"
This is me with beans. I've been buying a supermarket own brand but it just wasn't the same. My granddaughter loves so I've gone back to heinz. |
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"Lot off the “ vaule” brands are the exact same as the expensive ones
Use to work in a biscuit factory years ago
Let’s just say marks and Spencer’s expensive biscuits are the exact same as co ops vaule brand only thing that changed on the line was the wrapper
Still to this day get a kick out off it when I in mark and Spencer’s and see them for like £1.99
And like 69p in the co op ha ha
My uncle used to work in a yoghurt factory and said the only difference between the fancier supermarkets and the cheaper ones is that the luxury ones knock a couple of days off the use by date so their customers don't get watery (but perfectly edible with a good mix) yoghurts. So wasteful.
Quite believe it as it was the same in the biscuit factory all that would change would be the wrapper and boxes
One minute it be a Tesco order the next it be marks and Spencer’s and the next co op
But the line never stopped so it was the exact same biscuit
I do think that when I'm shopping. I only bought the more expensive spaghetti because of the colour it was a different shade to the others. It'll be interesting to taste it. I don't normally buy it."
Can only try and if it’s good then that a plus x |
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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago
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Generally not for cooking as I make everything from scratch so there are not choices, but exceptions are olive oil, tomato purée, pesto , rice, olives and coffee as the brands I want are tasty and generally not in major supermarkets . The only difference with pasta is the brands do more choices like linguine and tagliatelle, so for white penne I get cheap kilo bags from Asda but for whole meal I get Sainsbury’s organic.
Other stuff branded washing powder for whites because of course it makes whites whiter …. but unbranded Wilko laundry liquid for everything else |
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"Lot off the “ vaule” brands are the exact same as the expensive ones
Use to work in a biscuit factory years ago
Let’s just say marks and Spencer’s expensive biscuits are the exact same as co ops vaule brand only thing that changed on the line was the wrapper
Still to this day get a kick out off it when I in mark and Spencer’s and see them for like £1.99
And like 69p in the co op ha ha
My uncle used to work in a yoghurt factory and said the only difference between the fancier supermarkets and the cheaper ones is that the luxury ones knock a couple of days off the use by date so their customers don't get watery (but perfectly edible with a good mix) yoghurts. So wasteful.
Quite believe it as it was the same in the biscuit factory all that would change would be the wrapper and boxes
One minute it be a Tesco order the next it be marks and Spencer’s and the next co op
But the line never stopped so it was the exact same biscuit
I do think that when I'm shopping. I only bought the more expensive spaghetti because of the colour it was a different shade to the others. It'll be interesting to taste it. I don't normally buy it.
Can only try and if it’s good then that a plus x"
In a way I'm hoping there's no difference so I can go back to the cheaper alternative
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"I'll try the value brands. Sometimes I don't notice an appreciable difference, sometimes I do. I'll always give it a chance though."
I'l always give them a chance too. I'm often pleasantly surprised. |
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"Lidl and Aldi have made a big difference, for things I like I always try their brands and compare to name ones. Some things there's no different like rice, pasta, etc but tea and coffee aren't as good, to my taste."
I can always tell good rice. I'm quite fussy with rice. |
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"Generally not for cooking as I make everything from scratch so there are not choices, but exceptions are olive oil, tomato purée, pesto , rice, olives and coffee as the brands I want are tasty and generally not in major supermarkets . The only difference with pasta is the brands do more choices like linguine and tagliatelle, so for white penne I get cheap kilo bags from Asda but for whole meal I get Sainsbury’s organic.
Other stuff branded washing powder for whites because of course it makes whites whiter …. but unbranded Wilko laundry liquid for everything else"
I know that you are a foodie! So interesting that you buy cheap pasta. I'm regretting paying extra for the spaghetti now |
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"Lidl and Aldi have made a big difference, for things I like I always try their brands and compare to name ones. Some things there's no different like rice, pasta, etc but tea and coffee aren't as good, to my taste."
I much prefer Aldi to Lidl. |
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"Lidl and Aldi have made a big difference, for things I like I always try their brands and compare to name ones. Some things there's no different like rice, pasta, etc but tea and coffee aren't as good, to my taste.
I much prefer Aldi to Lidl."
Same here! Be careful saying that near BustyBelle though her Aldi fomo is off the charts |
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"I think J.S beans (normal not light) are much nice than Heinze's! A J.S beans 6 pack is much cheaper and nicer!
I'm being thick here but what's J.S? "
Is it not Sainsbury’s? |
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"Depends what it is. I was always a Heinz person but prefer Tesco’s ketchup and beans now. Cereal has to be Kellogg’s, own brands are nowhere near. Mayo has to be Hellman’s. I’ll try stuff but if I don’t prefer it I’ll stick to branded. "
I do the same and I'd rather pay less. You just can't always get away with it. |
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"I think J.S beans (normal not light) are much nice than Heinze's! A J.S beans 6 pack is much cheaper and nicer!
I'm being thick here but what's J.S?
Is it not Sainsbury’s?"
Well...I was thinking that.
I never shop or very rarely shop in Sainsburys
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"Lidl and Aldi have made a big difference, for things I like I always try their brands and compare to name ones. Some things there's no different like rice, pasta, etc but tea and coffee aren't as good, to my taste.
I much prefer Aldi to Lidl.
Same here! Be careful saying that near BustyBelle though her Aldi fomo is off the charts "
Speak quietly then |
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"Lot off the “ vaule” brands are the exact same as the expensive ones
Use to work in a biscuit factory years ago
Let’s just say marks and Spencer’s expensive biscuits are the exact same as co ops vaule brand only thing that changed on the line was the wrapper
Still to this day get a kick out off it when I in mark and Spencer’s and see them for like £1.99
And like 69p in the co op ha ha
My uncle used to work in a yoghurt factory and said the only difference between the fancier supermarkets and the cheaper ones is that the luxury ones knock a couple of days off the use by date so their customers don't get watery (but perfectly edible with a good mix) yoghurts. So wasteful.
Quite believe it as it was the same in the biscuit factory all that would change would be the wrapper and boxes
One minute it be a Tesco order the next it be marks and Spencer’s and the next co op
But the line never stopped so it was the exact same biscuit
I do think that when I'm shopping. I only bought the more expensive spaghetti because of the colour it was a different shade to the others. It'll be interesting to taste it. I don't normally buy it.
Can only try and if it’s good then that a plus x
In a way I'm hoping there's no difference so I can go back to the cheaper alternative
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That’s true hopefully x |
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"Generally I do buy branded things. Although I did buy Sainsbury’s Kansas bbq sauce which was nice. I also buy their herbs and spices in the glass jars "
I never use them...do you shop at other supermarkets? |
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"I love Mark's and Spencer's home brands they are just like original big names"
Never use them. I used to think that they were expensive and even though I know they are trying to be more competitive I don't give them a thought when shopping. |
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"Only heinz beans will do .. I think there's too much sauce in a heinz beans can.
Don't shoot me.
Hands on the wall
Frisk me frisk me, I've got a concealed weapon..."
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"Generally I do buy branded things. Although I did buy Sainsbury’s Kansas bbq sauce which was nice. I also buy their herbs and spices in the glass jars
I never use them...do you shop at other supermarkets?"
Sometimes Aldi and Homebargains |
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"Only heinz beans will do
They are good Belle but you can't get them in Aldi 
We dont have Aldi "
Oh ok it is good to have plenty of choice.
Where I live we not far from every supermarket.
Mind you I'd swap that for somewhere to live by the sea or such |
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