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: Extra Barbecue Country: Thailand (found in USA) When Seen: May 2024 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: Smoke lovers rejoice. Its not from your normal grill. Barbecue extreme. Origin Story: Regular, old barbecue is a fairly common flavor across Lay’s markets, …
Flavor: Salsa Fresca Country: USA When Seen: May 2024 In a Bite: Like tomato soup with herbs In a Haiku: Fresh chopped tomatoes. Hard to find jalapeño. Loaded up with herbs. Origin Story: Who doesn’t like a freshly made salsa on a hot summer day? Yet, who likes actually having to make it? Knowing the …
Flavor: Xtra Flamin’ Hot Country: USA When Seen: March 2024 In a Bite: A tongue full of powdery pepper, mildly sour and fairly spicy In a Haiku: Vertically hot. Bathed in thick chili powder. Keep away from kids. Origin Story: Lay’s has no shortage of flamin’ hot flavors, but they couldn’t use just any old …
Flavor: Fried Squid Eggs with Seafood Sauce Country: Thailand When Seen: March 2024 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: Those poor baby squid. Are not actually fried here. It’s just their essence. Origin Story: Followers of the Lay’s Flavor Department in Thailand …
Flavor: Sweet Potato Country: China (found in USA) When Seen: February 2024 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: Orange, not yellow. Perfect pair of sweet and salt. Better than classic? Origin Story: Sweet potato chips are certainly nothing new to the potato …
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: Sweet & Spicy Honey Country: USA When Seen: March 2024 In a Bite: Similar to teriyaki and sriracha sauce In a Haiku: Aggressive honey. Like a bee sting to the tongue. Grab your epipen. Origin Story: Hot honey made its presence felt a few years ago when it became the latest condiment rage in …
Flavor: Rooty Tooty Fresh ‘N Fruity Country: USA When Seen: March 2024 In a Bite: Intense artificial strawberry smell followed by strong hints of syrup and bacon In a Haiku: Want pancakes? Go to; International House of…? Lay’s potato chips. Origin Story: Last year, IHOP went all out for its 65th anniversary, including bringing back …
Flavor: Hong Kong Style Dumpling Country: Thailand When Seen: February 2024 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: No steaming this time. This dim sum dish is crispy. Plus, it’s noodle free. Origin Story: Another Hong Kong classic in celebration of the year …
Flavor: Seafood XO Sauce Country: Thailand When Seen: February 2024 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: More than just king crab. This XO has the whole sea. Xin nian hao to all. Origin Story: Thailand has a sizeable population that can trace …