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: Ranch Country: USA When Seen: October 2023 In a Bite: Like salty ranch dressing In a Haiku: American born. Like licking the Wild West. You know, or you don’t. Origin Story: Lay’s first introduced ranch flavored chips close to 30 years ago, originally in partnership with Hidden Valley Ranch. No one is clear what …
Flavor: Spicy Seafood Salad Country: Thailand (found in USA) When Seen: September 2023 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: A taste of the sea. Slathered in chili and lime. Extra crunchy, yo! Origin Story: Surrounded by seas on both sides, Thailand is …
Flavor: Honey Barbecue Country: USA When Seen: March 2023 In a Bite: Smokey and sweet with a bit of tang In a Haiku: Bees work hard for you. Barbecue for the sweet tooth. Thanks pollinators. Origin Story: Americans love barbecue sauce, with some estimates claiming that over 80% of Americans use some form of barbecue …
Flavor: Finger Licking Braised Pork Country: China (found in USA) When Seen: February 2023 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: Stewed in wine and spice. With succulent pork belly. Ask Bill Valentine. Origin Story: Hong Shao Rou, or braised pork, is classic …
Flavor: Sizzled Barbecue Country: China (found in USA) When Seen: February 2023 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: Meat, veggies, and stick. Sizzled over open flame. Cooked in its own juice. Origin Story: China and India have a bit of a rivalry …
Flavor: Tomato Country: China (found in USA) When Seen: February 2023 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: Just a tomato. Nothing more and nothing less. Enhance on your own. Origin Story: This flavor hearkens back to the post-Revolution days when processed foods, …
Flavor: Black Pepper Rib Eye Steak Country: China (found in USA) When Seen: February 2023 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: Pre-seasoned ribeye. Get that ketchup out of here. Perfect taste, as is. Origin Story: “I wanted to let the meat speak …
Flavor: Purple Sweet Potato Country: China (found in USA) When Seen: February 2023 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: The Color Purple. Not the Alice Walker one. It’s a potato. Origin Story: Not only is the purple sweet potato more beautiful than …
Flavor: Rose Petals Country: China (found in USA) When Seen: February 2023 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: Romance in a tube. Sweet, sour, and rose-infused. Perfect V-Day gift. Origin Story: This flavor comes from the experimental Potato Chip Workshop set up …
Flavor: Cheesy Garlic Bread Country: USA When Seen: June 2023 In a Bite: Cheesy, garlicky, and a hint of herbs In a Haiku: Dracula beware. Lactose intolerants too. This has your number. Origin Story: Yet another bread themed limited time flavors, this one has its origins in the classic Americanized Italian recipe for garlic bread, …