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Aldi brings its viral garlic bread-flavoured crisps back to stores across the UK

Run don't walk...

Emily Sergeant - 16th April 2026

Aldi has brought its viral garlic bread-flavoured crisps back to stores across the UK, and for a bargain price too.

The budget supermarket chain is absolutely no stranger to bringing out some weird and wonderful food concoctions, many of which have seen shoppers flocking to their nearest store - but judging by reaction on social media and their popularity over the years, it sounds like Aldi has properly knocked it out the park with this creation.

By combining two of Brits' most beloved food obsessions, garlic bread and crisps, Aldi has created the ultimate snacking combination, and they're now back on shop shelves across the UK after going viral when they were first released back in 2024.

And they'll only set you back £1.15 per sharer bag, too.

Aldi's viral garlic bread-flavoured crisps are back in UK stores / Credit: The Manc Group | Rawpixel

Aldi's viral garlic bread-flavoured crisps are back in UK stores / Credit: The Manc Group | Rawpixel

If you're looking to get your hands on a bag, then you can expect the crisps to be 'packed full of fin-gar-lickin’ good flavour', according to the retailer.

Shoppers are then hit with the delicious taste of smoky garlic, all while 'experiencing the hearty crunch' that's known to come with Aldi’s premium Specially Selected crinkle cut crisp style.

When the crisps were first released a few years back, a couple members of The Hoot team headed to our local Aldi store to grab a packet of the new creation - and we can confirm that they are, in fact... garlicky.

Aldi's calling them the 'perfect dinner party nibble' or the 'ultimate partner to any summer picnic', and to be honest, we couldn't agree more.

We're gonna say it... run don't walk to your nearest Aldi store.

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Celebrated Yorkshire names on lineup as BBC Comedy Festival heads north for 2026

The BBC's popular comedy festival heading up north next month, and there's some big local names on the lineup.

Previously held in other major cities like Belfast, Glasgow, Cardiff, and Newcastle but this year pitching up in Liverpool, the BBC Comedy Festival is an opportunity for those working in the TV industry to get together, discuss, and celebrate comedy.

Respected Yorkshire comedy legend, Sir Michael Palin, alongside other northern names like John Bishop, Lee Mack, Diane Morgan, and Sue Johnston, are among a stellar lineup of comedy talent taking part in next month's festival, as well as other big names like Ruth Jones, James Corden, Gbemisola Ikumelo, and the creators and producers of hit BBC show Amandaland.

Talent on the lineup will take part in a selection of talks, panels, screenings, and live comedy shows across the two days - with many events also being open to the public to attend.

Last year's BBC Comedy Festival proved to be a big success, with 16 panels and masterclasses, and more than 70 comedy names taking to the stage.

Diane Morgan and Lee Mack are two major names appearing at BBC Comedy Festival 2026 / Credit: Wikimedia Commons (BBC / Al Campbell | Amanda Benson)

Diane Morgan and Lee Mack are two major names appearing at BBC Comedy Festival 2026 / Credit: Wikimedia Commons (BBC / Al Campbell | Amanda Benson)

The BBC says the 2026 festival in Liverpool - which is set to take place on 13 and 14 May - 'marks the start' of expanded script‑development opportunities across the North West, with more details to come.

Alongside some of the more household names on the lineup, other comedians set to appear this year include Ash Atalla, Jessica Knappett, Philippa Dunne, Michael Odewale, Emma Garrett, David Mumemi, and Simon Mayhew Archer, among many others.

Speaking ahead of the festival next month, Jon Petrie, who is the Director of Comedy at the BBC, said: "Liverpool has funny bones and a rich culture of producing top tier comedy creatives, so we’re delighted to be bringing the BBC Comedy Festival 2026 to the city.

"Comedy occupies a unique place in the television industry and British culture. It’s important that we provide a forum that brings together some of the best comedy minds to celebrate and discuss the success of the sector now and in the future."

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Iconic films are coming back to UK cinemas to celebrate their anniversaries

Loads of famous films are heading back to cinemas across the UK this spring to celebrate their milestone anniversaries.

From coming of age classics, to legendary romcoms, action films, psychological thrillers, and more, Vue has announced that it’s bringing a roster of much-loved film favourites back to the big screen over the next couple of months.

Kicking things off this weekend (12 April) is the 40th anniversary screening of Stand by Me, a beloved coming of age gem which follows four boys who decide to go see the body of a boy that has died in their rural hometown, while also returning to the big screen is 80s classic, Top Gun, as well as a re-release of the sequel, Top Gun: Maverick, for a limited run.

A trio of classic female-led comedies will also be returning as part of the season.

Loads of famous films are coming back to UK cinemas to celebrate their anniversaries / Credit: Universal Pictures | Columbia Pictures

Loads of famous films are coming back to UK cinemas to celebrate their anniversaries / Credit: Universal Pictures | Columbia Pictures

Beginning with everyone’s favourite diarist in Bridget Jones’s Diary – starring Renée Zellweger in the titular role – which returns for its 25th anniversary from 17 April.

Also celebrating 25 years since its initial release is the ultimate sorority-queen-turned-lawyer caper Legally Blonde starring Reese Witherspoon, returning 22 May, and an epic ensemble cast – including Kristen Wiig, Melissa McCarthy, and Rose Byrne – in Bridesmaids, which is returning 15 years after its initial release.

The iconic thriller The Silence of the Lambs returns from 24 April, and other highlights include the anniversary releases of the riotous comedy The Birdcage, the cult fantasy adventure Highlander, and the feel-good family favourite Space Jam.

Tickets for all the films are now available to book at Vue Cinemas now.

“At Vue, we know there’s nothing quite like experiencing a great film on the big screen,” commented Mike Anton, who is the General Manager of Vue Manchester Printworks, ahead of the films’ re-releases.

“This anniversary season gives audiences the chance to revisit some of their all-time favourites the way they were meant to be seen, on the big screen, while also introducing these iconic titles to a new generation of film fans.”

Tickets start from just £4.99 when booked online, with some of the later films on the roster only becoming able to book closer to the time, so keep your eyes peeled.

For more information and to book tickets, visit myvue.com.

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