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: Crispy Sweet & Sour Pork Country: China (found in Poland) When Seen: November 2025 In a Bite: A better version of salted egg yolk In a Haiku:Hailing from Dongbei.It’s sweet, sour, and crunchy.Perfect for winter. Origin Story: Crispy sweet & sour pork, or guo bao rou as it is known in China, is perhaps …
Flavor: Banana Country: China (found in Lithuania) When Seen: November 2025 In a Bite: Like dried banana chips In a Haiku:A tropical taste.Not what you’d expect from Lay’s.They’ve been minion-fied. Origin Story: When minions come to mind, you’re probably thinking of something somewhat goofy and a bit odd. For this mashup, the Lay’s Flavor Department …
Flavor: Salted Egg Yolk Country: China (found in Lithuania) When Seen: October 2025 In a Bite: Almost like durian candies, definitely an acquired taste In a Haiku:Fun egg packaging.Don’t let the smile fool you.Not for weak, faint tongues. Origin Story: Salted egg flavor is not new to the Lay’s universe, having first premiered in Thailand …
Flavor: Korean Fried Squid Country: China When Seen: January 2025 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku:Try to stay alive.Dystopia awaits you.But not your taste buds. Origin Story: The much anticipated return of Squid Game is finally upon us, and what better what …
Flavor: Wasabi Octopus Country: China (found in USA) When Seen: January 2025 In a Bite: A hot wasabi kick that quickly fades into a linger fishiness In a Haiku:Tentacles abound.Sinus clearing wasabi.Crispy, not slimy. Origin Story: Wasabi octopus, or takowasa, is a popular Japanese appetizer consisting of only two ingredients, raw octopus and wasabi. While …
Flavor: Fried Squid Country: China When Seen: October 2024 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku:Sailors long feared them.Nothing to fear in this bag.Perfectly tamed squid. Origin Story: Fried squid is one of the quintessential street foods, crispy and chewy. But sometimes, you …
Flavor: Steamed Garlic Shrimp 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:A heap of garlic.Without the vermicelli.What would Daddy think?. Origin Story: This Cantonese dish is typically served with shells on–and sometimes even heads–on top of a bed …
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, it has had …
Flavor: White Peach Beer Country: China (found in USA) When Seen: August 2024 In a Bite: Overly sweet beer In a Haiku:No DUIs here.Eat ten bags without a buzz.No peach fuzz either. Origin Story: Everyone know that beer goes well with salty snacks, so why not just cut to the chase and combine them into …
Flavor: Crispy Roast Suckling Pig Country: China (found in USA) When Seen: July 2024 In a Bite: Mostly sweet In a Haiku:Straight from mama’s teet.Roasted on blazing charcoal.Crisp, sweet, and tender. Origin Story: Traditionally, suckling pig is torn from its mother and roasted anywhere from two to six weeks after birth. This version is inspired …
