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: 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: Spicy Lobster Country: Thailand When Seen: May 2021 In a Bite: Sweet with a hint of chili and a shrimp-like aroma In a Haiku: Cockroach of the sea. Romantic date night for cheap. With ersatz Pringles. Origin Story: While lobster may have once been known as the food of the poor in the US, …
Flavor: Funyuns Onion Country: USA When Seen: August 2021 In a Bite: Straight up onion, like Funyuns without the light airiness. In a Haiku: Pinkman’s beloved. Perfect chip for cooking meth. But better for teeth. Origin Story: The final of the known summer of 2021 mashup series, Funyuns is another Frito-Lays classic flavor that first …
Flavor: Doritos Cool Ranch Country: USA When Seen: August 2021 In a Bite: Just like Doritos Cool Ranch, but without that perfectly paired Doritos consistency In a Haiku: Better than Buckner; in game six of ’86; but not quite on Curb. Origin Story: The year was 1986. The New York Mets were on their way …
Flavor: Laab Saab Nua (Minced meat salad) Country: Thailand When Seen: May 2021 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: Refreshing as hell. Best eaten with sticky rice. Or on a fried chip? Origin Story: Laab is a quintessential spicy and minty minced …
Flavor: Spicy Salted Prawn Country: Thailand When Seen: May 2021 In a Bite: A little sweet and spicy, with hints of garlic and chili and a fishy smell In a Haiku: A dish best served large. Not your grandma’s cocktail shrimp. Find it, if you can. Origin Story: Although part of its street food series, …
Flavor: King Crab XO Sauce Country: Thailand When Seen: May 2021 In a Bite: Like Chinese stir fry, with a tiny bit of heat and scent of squid (not crab) In a Haiku: High-end on the cheap. Transport yourself to Hong Kong. Squid or crab, who cares? Origin Story: From its origins in high-end dining …
Flavor: Cheetos Cheese Country: USA When Seen: August 2021 In a Bite: Like Cheetos but without the light, airy crunch In a Haiku: Chester can’t be pleased. Less dangerously cheesy. And a bit less bite. Origin Story: Due to the ongoing disruptions to the workplace resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, the Lay’s Flavor Department team …
Flavor: Gourmet Sour Cream & Onion Country: Thailand When Seen: July 2021 In a Bite: Just like regular, old sour cream and onion. In a Haiku: Same, same but diff’rent. Gourmet if you believe it. Gold flakes, optional. Origin Story: With one of the greatest wealth gaps in the world and a deeply ingrained social …
Flavor: Extreme Cheesy Cheese Country: Thailand When Seen: July 2021 In a Bite: Like ham or smoked gouda, depending on who you ask. In a Haiku: Stock up on Lactaid. Or find yourself slung over. Yet still wanting more. Origin Story: For this edition of the Max series, the Thai Flavor Department wanted to see …
