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 Chicken Country: Peru When Seen: December 2024 In a Bite: Like crispy, roast chicken skin In a Haiku: Charcoal roasted skin. Sumptuous and juicy flesh. Chicken excellence. Origin Story: Pollo a la brasa, or Peruvian roasted chicken, is one of the country’s most beloved dishes. Perhaps not as globally famous yet as ceviche, …
Flavor: Chicken Country: Colombia When Seen: November 2024 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: The star says it all. These are real chips in disguise. Baby dinosaur. Origin Story: There have been no shortage of chicken flavored chips across the Lay’s universe, …
Flavor: Korean Roasted Chicken Country: China When Seen: September 2024 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: Savory and sweet. Bathed in white sesame seeds. North or South, who cares? Origin Story: While China has long had a strong relationship with North Korea, …
Flavor: Khao Soi Chicken Country: Thailand When Seen: March 2024 In a Bite: Like khao soi curry, but sweeter In a Haiku: Rich, creamy, and bold. All the crunch, none of the mess. Plus, extra sugar. Origin Story: Khao soi is best known as a dish from northern Thailand, although its origins apparently date back …
Flavor: Hot and Sour Lemon Braised Chicken Feet Country: China (found in USA) When Seen: January 2024 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: Pucker up your lips. No nails or gelatin here. Just pure feet flavor. Origin Story: The other bold new …
Flavor: Fried Chicken Wings & Sriracha Sauce Country: Thailand When Seen: February 2023 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: Sour, sweet, spicy. Paired with salty, greasy wings. Complex, yet simple. Origin Story: The original Sriracha sauce can trace its origins to Thailand …
Flavor: Charcoal Grilled Chicken & Somtum Country: Thailand When Seen: February 2023 In a Bite: A strange mix of salty, sour, and spiciness with hints of charcoal and notes of MSG In a Haiku: Charcoal, chili, lime. The perfect flavor pairing. Save a chicken’s life. Origin Story: Grilled chicken and papaya salad (aka somtum or …
Flavor: Spicy Korean Fried Chicken Country: Thailand When Seen: February 2023 In a Bite: Salty with the faintest hints of ginger and chili In a Haiku: Is this a plain chip? Package says no, tongue says yes. At least it’s crunchy. Origin Story: When Korean chicken restaurant Bonchon first start expanding in Thailand over the …
Flavor: Hat Yai Fried Chicken Country: Thailand When Seen: June 2022 In a Bite: Fried chicken skins with Thai sweet chili sauce In a Haiku: Sticky rice pairs well; and some papaya salad. Umami or bust. Origin Story: Originally hailing from the southern Thai city of Hat Yai, near the border with Malaysia, this crispy …
Flavor: Jerk Chicken Country: USA When Seen: May 2021 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: Not your classic ranch. Prepare for herb overload. In delicate form. Origin Story: The long and storied history of jerk seasoning was born on the island of …