A journey through the many flavors of Lay's from the four corners of the globe
A journey through the many flavors of Lay's from the four corners of the globe
Flavor: Roasted Garlic Oyster Country: China (found in Canada) When Seen: January 2023 In a Bite: Strong taste of garlic, no hint of oyster. In a Haiku: No need to shuck it. Keeps Dracula away too. Don’t forget mouthwash. Origin Story: This classic Southern Chinese street food (or so we’re told) is easy enough to …
Flavor: Grilled Pork Country: China (found in USA) When Seen: February 2022 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: The pig goes ‘heng heng‘. That’s before its on the grill. Then, it just sizzles. Origin Story: Pork has long been king in China …
Flavor: Roasted Fish Country: China (found in USA) When Seen: February 2022 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: Not today hot pot. Hibernate the winter months. Roast without roasting. Origin Story: Roasted fish is a complex, flavor-packed dish from Sichuan (aka Szechuan), …
Flavor: Fried Crab Country: China (found in USA) When Seen: February 2022 In a Bite: Notes of crab, scallions, ginger, garlic, and chili pepper (according to Intersnacktional) In a Haiku: Put away your wok. This chip has been pre-stir fried; for your convenience. Origin Story: What better way for the Lay’s Flavor Department to “welcome” …
Flavor: Spicy Crayfish Country: China (found in USA) When Seen: August 2021 In a Bite: Shrimp and herbs with a tiny hint of spice and the scent of chives, chili and seafood In a Haiku: Like mini lobster. Whether ‘Cray’ or ‘Craw’, no mind. From the mud to chips. Origin Story: Little known fact: the …
Flavor: Grilled Squid Country: China When Seen: May 2019 In a Bite: We hear it is like a mildly spiced barbecue In a Haiku: Pungent, fishy smell; without the rubbery flesh; and the messy ink. Origin Story: Grilled squid is the type of delicious street food you can smell from a few blocks away. This …
Flavor: Lime Country: China When Seen: May 2019 In a Bite: A failed attempt at replicating the flavor of lime without the use of limes, or so we hear. In a Haiku: It’s Corona time! Pop a bottle with these chips. Mask is optional. Origin Story: As the more avid travelers will know, lime is …
Flavor: American Classic Country: China When Seen: May 2019 In a Bite: How can one describe the classic? Nothing but salt, grease and crunch. In a Haiku: The big bang of chips. It all started here with just; a sprinkle of salt. Origin Story: The original potato chip flavor. Nothing but fried potatoes and salt. …
Flavor: Roasted Chicken Wing Country: China When Seen: May 2019 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: There’s no need to boast. This roast elevates the wing; and flies us away. Origin Story: The Chinese Flavor Department brought this flavor to market to …
Flavor: Numb & Spicy Hotpot Country: China When Seen: February 2020 In a Bite: BBQ taste, followed by mild tingling and numbness on the tongue. In a Haiku: Cannot feel your tongue? It’s not anaphylaxis. Just the peppercorn. Origin Story: While the English translation might not inspire confidence, this flavor makes use of Sichuan/Szechuan peppercorns, …