GB. ENGLAND. Newcastle. 'Aldi, Cowgate. Aldi is one supermarket that is having a good economic downturn. Being an Aldi virgin, I was impressed in particular with the speed and rituals of the checkout, like some form of indoor sport. Here are the rules of engagement... All bags that you may require must be purchased and put in your trolley in a precise spot so the check out staff can push through the goods at lightning speed. After this, you retire to an area to load your bags at your own leisure.' Guardian Cities Project. 2008.