Aldi brings back chocolate favourite just in time for Christmas – but warns shoppers ‘once they’re gone, they’re gone’
ALDI shoppers are rushing to bag one of the retailer's most popular festive items that have been brought back this year.
The discount retailer's Christmas mascot Kevin the Carrot is back on screens and in stores after his television debut in 2016.
The animated vegetable has taken on several missions since his arrival, making Brits fall in love with the character.
As well as reviving him this year, Aldi has also brought back the Kevin the Carrot advent calendar described as a "seasonal sellout."
"Countdown to Christmas with Kevin," Aldi tells fans.
Behind each door, customers will find a chocolate member of Kevin's extensive vegetable family.
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Aldi calls it "the perfect morning ritual for kids and grown-ups alike throughout December."
But, shoppers will have to be quick because "once they're gone, they're gone."
The advent calendar which hit shelves on November 7 has already been scooped up by hundreds of shoppers, some of whom have been spotted online trying to re-sell the item for a profit.
A Facebook page dedicated to bargains urged followers to "Pick up this Kevin The Carrot Advent Calendar for £1.49 at Aldi."
"Omg!!! Didn't know these existed!" one excited shopper commented under another post.
"Diane you'd better make that 15 advent Calendars."
"I’ve got a Kevin the Carrot advent calendar. I got mine the other day. I’m a big fan of Kevin the carrot," another added.
"If you don’t get me one of these I’ll be fuming," a third said, tagging a member of their family.
One fan just simply wrote: "Want one."
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And it's not just people who can enjoy counting down to Christmas with a daily treat supplied by Aldi.
Beloved pets can get in on the fun too with Langham's Meaty Dog Biscuit Advent Calendar which hit Aldi's shelves on October 27.
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Limit the amount of presents - buying presents for all your family and friends can cost a bomb.
Instead, why not organise a Secret Santa between your inner circles so you're not having to buy multiple presents.
Plan ahead - if you've got the stamina and budget, it's worth buying your Christmas presents for the following year in the January sales.
Make sure you shop around for the best deals by using price comparison sites so you're not forking out more than you should though.
Buy in Boxing Day sales - some retailers start their main Christmas sales early so you can actually snap up a bargain before December 25.
Delivery may cost you a bit more, but it can be worth it if the savings are decent.
Shop via outlet stores - you can save loads of money shopping via outlet stores like Amazon Warehouse or Office Offcuts.
They work by selling returned or slightly damaged products at a discounted rate, but usually any wear and tear is minor.
The £3.99 advent calendar contains 24 treats with four different flavours - Chicken, Lamb, Duck, and Beef.
And for those who still just can't get enough of Kevin, there are other festive offerings from the much-loved vegetable mascot.
There is a new collection of Kevin the Carrot plush toys featuring a moustachioed Kevin and his partner Katie who has lipstick and a bow.
They are £3.99 with their outfits reflecting their disguises from this year's Aldi advert as they try to save Christmas from Dr Humbug who also has a plushy toy in the middle aisle.
There are also Kevin and Katie tree decorations, pyjamas, and a children's book.
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Jemma Townsend, Marketing Director at Aldi UK, said: "Would it even be Christmas without Kevin the Carrot on our screens?
"We’re delighted to bring back everyone’s favourite carrot for a ninth year to help the nation get into the Christmas spirit."
