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: BBQ Prik Zab Zeed (literally deliciously spicy chili BBQ) Country: Thailand When Seen: March 2022 In a Bite: Spicy BBQ sauce In a Haiku: Prepare the pepto. A flaming anus awaits. Enjoy with caution. Origin Story: This flavor is so to-the-max spicy that the Lay’s Flavor Department couldn’t even compose themselves to come up …
Flavor: Grilled Prawn Gochujang Country: Thailand When Seen: March 2022 In a Bite: Spicy and sweet with a shrimp taste In a Haiku: Put the grill away. Pre-barbecued for your ease. Enjoy with Butter. Origin Story: Ever since the K-pop invasion arrived on the shores of Thailand, including Korean flavors in non-Korean foods has become …
Flavor: Truffle Country: Thailand When Seen: March 2022 In a Bite: The aroma of truffles hits you as soon as you open the bag. Tastes like buttery truffles. In a Haiku: Pigs can rest for good. The hunt in the woods is done. Just check aisle two. Origin Story: When one thinks of truffles, one …
Flavor: Salmon Chili Lime Country: Thailand When Seen: March 2022 In a Bite: A ragtag mix of sour, sweet and spicy, and salty with a hint of salmon In a Haiku: What’s left in the fridge? Old today, new tomorrow. McMurdo style! Origin Story: In 2019, the Lay’s Flavor Department unveiled the modern version of …
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: 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: 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 Lobster Country: Thailand When Seen: May 2021 In a Bite: Sweet with a hint of chili and a shrimp-like aroma In a Haiku: Cockroach of the sea. Romantic date night for cheap. With ersatz Pringles. Origin Story: While lobster may have once been known as the food of the poor in the US, …
Flavor: Laab Saab Nua (Minced meat salad) 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: Refreshing as hell. Best eaten with sticky rice. Or on a fried chip? Origin Story: Laab is a quintessential spicy and minty minced …