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: Chili Country: United Arab Emirates When Seen: March 2022 In a Bite: Either our taster had COVID at the time, or this has no chili taste whatsoever. It was described as a light dusting of unripened tomato powder In a Haiku: Ersatz as they come. Don’t expect much punch in this. Straight up mild …
Flavor: Mexican Chili Country: United Arab Emirates When Seen: October 2021 In a Bite: A full-bodied zing of spice in your mouth In a Haiku: An authentic blast; of spice right up in your mouth. Viva el chile. Origin Story: Word has it that chili peppers were first cultivated in Mexico. As any long-time reader …
Flavor: Lime & Black Pepper Country: United Arab Emirates When Seen: November 2021 In a Bite: Just like it sounds, sour and peppery, but amplified. Strap in! In a Haiku: Lime and black pepper. A taste unlike you’d expect. Simple, yet refined. Origin Story: If there’s one thing for sure, it is that the Lay’s …
Flavor: Sweet Chili & Sour Cream Country: United Arab Emirates When Seen: November 2021 In a Bite: Sweet, spicy and creamy In a Haiku: Tantalizing chip. An adventure for your tongue. Sweet, creamy and hot. Origin Story: Another flavor in Lay’s Gourmet line, this flavor combination set the Costco world ablaze when it was first …
Flavor: Vintage Cheddar & Caramelized Onion Country: United Arab Emirates When Seen: November 2021 In a Bite: Lightly caramelized onions tossed with a generous portion of Limburger. In a Haiku: Like old Birkenstocks. After a hot summer’s day. Foot fetishists bask. Origin Story: A country known for its excessive luxury needs a luxurious potato chip. …
Flavor: Labneh and Mint Country: United Arab Emirates (Dubai) When Seen: 2017 In a Bite: From what we’re told, it tastes just like toothpaste. In a Haiku: Foul odor in mouth? Labneh Mint got ya covered. Like crispy toothpaste. Origin Story: Labneh and mint are classic flavors in Middle Eastern cuisine, so it was only …