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: Thai-style Red Curry Country: USA When Seen: July 2025 In a Bite: More like a massaman curry; heavy on the curry flavor, but more salty and sweet than spicy In a Haiku: Ground up red chili. Pungent, spicy, and quite bold. That’s Thai-style food. Origin Story: Thai cuisine is known for its variously colored …
Flavor: Overloaded Nori Seaweed Country: Philippines When Seen: May 2025 In a Bite: MSG-enhanced seaweed with high ridges In a Haiku: Another seaweed? This one is overloaded. But with MSG. Origin Story: The Thai Flavor Department has long been the global leader amongst Lay’s peers when it comes to flavor innovation, so much so, that …
Flavor: Valentina & Lime Country: USA When Seen: May 2025 In a Bite: Hot sauce and tajin with a lime chaser In a Haiku: Mexican hot sauce. Perfectly paired with fresh lime. Valentina’s pride. Origin Story: Salsa Valentina is beloved by hot sauce fans not only for its flavor, but also for its affordable price, …
Flavor: Larb Tod (Fried Larb) Country: Thailand When Seen: April 2025 In a Bite: Mild hints of lemongrass and lime. No discernible taste of mint or chili. In a Haiku: Minty and spicy. With a bold blast of citrus. And crispy rice twist. Origin Story: Larb is a minced meat dish loaded with mint, chili, …
Flavor: Sweet Potato Sea Salt Country: USA When Seen: March 2025 In a Bite: Lightly salted with hints of sweet potato In a Haiku: Draped in orange flesh. Checkered with light air pockets. Salt whispers softly. Origin Story: The Lay’s Flavor Department has emerged from their winter hibernation in the US to release a new …
Flavor: Char-Grilled Ribs Country: Taiwan (found in USA) When Seen: September 2024 In a Bite: Mildly meaty with strong undertones of fennel In a Haiku: Come, fennel lovers. Swallowtail butterflies too. Here’s a chip for you. Origin Story: Someone in the Lay’s Flavor Department in Taiwan really loves a nice rack of ribs, as this …
Flavor: Spanish Style Garlic Shrimp Country: Thailand When Seen: March 2025 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: Gambas, not goombas. From small side dish to big pack. Top off with tapas. Origin Story: Better known as gambas al ajillo, this classic tapas …
Flavor: Chinese 5 Spice Country: South Africa When Seen: February 2025 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: The Chinese fab five. Sensory and savory. All elements there. Origin Story: Chinese five spice is the go-to powder for both novices who want to …
Flavor: Baked Spinach with Cheese Country: Thailand When Seen: February 2025 In a Bite: Similar to velveeta, spray cheese, or other low grade cheese products In a Haiku: Spinach, where are you? All I taste is cheese, fake cheese. It has buried you. Origin Story: When you think of Thai food, baked spinach with cheese …
Flavor: Corn Cheese Country: Thailand When Seen: February 2025 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: Ho ho ho plus corn. Bathed in a pool of soft cheese. Better than cookies. Origin Story: Let’s be honest, who doesn’t associate Christmas and reindeer with …