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Quality Street has returned a much love chocolate to UK shelves after it was previously axed. The Quality Street Salted Caramel Matchmakers has been spotted by savvy shoppers at B&M and Heron Foods, with fans over-the-moon about the release. According to the chocolatier, the chocolate sticks are the “perfect mix of smooth caramel sweetness and a pinch of salt." Other retailers are also said to be selling the discontinued goods, with Tesco flogging them for £2.25 a box, alongside its sister flavours, Mint, Zingy Orange and Chocolate. READ MORE: Meghan Markle fans all say same thing as Duchess delivers three-word command However, those looking for a bargain may be able to get the same box for just £1.49 at B&M, the Sun reported. Writing about the exciting find on Facebook, one person said: “Bet these are lush!” Another added: “They look good.” Matchmakers Salted Caramel were last seen on shelves in 2022, but it appear they are back ready for Christmas . The original chocolate itself was first launched in the UK in the 1960s, and has remained a firm favourite with Brits, especially around the festive season. News of the latest chocolate addition to the high street comes as Aldi launches 11 new special stores. The grocer is trying to help tackle food waste by opening the new locations with only discounted products, however, there's a catch - it's only for staff. There will be 11 hubs in Aldi's regional distribution centres across Britain. This will include hubs in Bathgate, Darlington, Bolton, Goldthorpe, Neston, Sawley, Atherstone, Cardiff, Swindon, Chelmsford and Sheppey. Aldi's decision to take the leap and open staff-only stores comes after the brand trialled the food waste initiative in Darlington, with the idea proving a success. READ MORE: Princess Anne 'concerned' as Andrew faces 'intense pressure' amid Epstein scandal The supermarket's scheme is all part of a larger plan for the group to be more eco-friendly and cut food waste by 90 per cent by 2030, compared to 2017 levels, the Sun reported. Luke Emery, national sustainability director at Aldi UK, said: “The colleague shop is another example of how we’re working to cut food waste across our operations. “It’s a practical initiative that benefits both colleagues and the environment, and we’re pleased to extend it nationwide following a successful pilot.”
