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: Hot and Sour Lemon Braised Chicken Feet Country: China (found in USA) When Seen: January 2024 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku:Pucker up your lips.No nails or gelatin here.Just pure feet flavor. Origin Story: The other bold new flavor for 2024 …
Flavor: Hot and Spicy Braised Duck Tongue Country: China (found in USA) When Seen: January 2024 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku:Crispy, not chewy.Like French kissing Donald Duck.Mouth full of chili. Origin Story: While it may seem like only something Andrew Zimmern …
Flavor: Kobe Beef Country: Taiwan (found in USA) When Seen: December 2023 In a Bite: A heavy dose of MSG In a Haiku:Poor man’s luxury.Kobe beef without the beef.Welcome umami. Origin Story: Kobe beef is one of the most expensive and luxurious varieties of meat, with its distinctive marbled flesh. With prices ranging from $20 …
Flavor: Tokyo Yakitori Country: Taiwan (found in USA) When Seen: December 2023 In a Bite: Sweet and salty, like tare sauce In a Haiku:Skewers of chicken.Bathed in sweet and salty sauce.Then tossed on the grill. Origin Story: Taiwan is well-known for its delicious and diverse street food, but sometimes, you want to try something a …
Flavor: Wasabi Country: China (found in USA) When Seen: February 2022 In a Bite: Hints of wasabi, but not enough to blow out your sinuses In a Haiku:Not quite like hotsy.Slightly tingles the senses.Not all out assault. Origin Story: Native to Japan, Korea, and Russia’s far east, this rhizome derived condiment has a knack for …
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 caused this mysterious …
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 not wont for …
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 sauce to flavor …
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 Chinese comfort food …
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 going on, and …
