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 curries, from green …
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 they have started …
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, with a 34oz …
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, and other delicious …
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 poppables variety. Finding …
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 is their third …
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 dish goes perfectly …
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 try their hands …
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 might not immediately …
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 delicious grilled corn …
