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: Capelin Roe Mayonnaise Onigiri Country: Thailand When Seen: March 2022 In a Bite: Sweet and greasy mayo with a hint of seaweed In a Haiku: A samurai’s snack. Slow to stale, unlike seaweed. Ready for battle! Origin Story: Onigiri, the Japanese triangular burritos wrapped in seaweed, are a perfect on-the-go snack commonly found in …
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: Sour Cream & Onion Country: USA When Seen: January 2022 In a Bite: Heavy-handed sour cream and onion flavors In a Haiku: Bring with thee a mint; if consuming on a date. Lest you turn them off. Origin Story: We’ve already covered the origins of the Layers variety in the Three Cheese post. As …
Flavor: Three Cheese Country: USA When Seen: January 2022 In a Bite: Like oddly shaped cheese puffs In a Haiku: Not one cheese, not two; this one is layered with three. A new cheese puff king? Origin Story: After almost two years of supply chain disruptions and shortages of everyday household goods, like toilet paper, …
Flavor: Ketchup Country: Canada When Seen: January 2022 In a Bite: A bit tomato-ey with some tang. In a Haiku: Cleaner than french fries. And more convenient as well. Bold simplicity. Origin Story: While its neighbor to the south may think of Canada mostly as a land of hockey and maple syrup, it is also …
Flavor: Paprika Country: Thailand When Seen: July 2019 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: Unoffensive taste. Don’t wipe your hands on your pants. That red pap’ will stain. Origin Story: The Lay’s Flavor Department’s internal market research has shown that consumers who …
Flavor: Cheese Burger Country: Thailand When Seen: June 2021 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: A perfect duo. Forbidden by Exodus. Thank you, Lionel. Origin Story: Go to any urban area in Thailand and you’ll have a hard time walking more than …
Flavor: Macho Chilli Country: India (found in USA) When Seen: October 2021 In a Bite: Mildly spicy ketchup In a Haiku: The Village People. If made into a snack food. Might be this macho. Origin Story: Inspired by videos of young men seeking to prove their manhood through feats of strength conquering excessively spicy food. …
Flavor: Mac & Cheese 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: Pure Southern comfort. Oozing with cheese, not whiskey. Best served warm, not nuked. Origin Story: This quintessential American comfort food is not commonly found in the …
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 …