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: Honey Habanero Country: USA When Seen: March 2021 In a Bite: A hint of honey up front, followed by a mild spiciness. Crunchy all the way. In a Haiku: COVID closed theaters. Nosh on these sweet and hot chips. Crunch from home, no shame. Origin Story: Originally envisioned as a milder, crunchier version of …
Flavor: Game Day Chili Country: USA When Seen: January 2021 In a Bite: Cheddary, beefy taste, yet oddly similar to the deep dish pizza flavor In a Haiku: Sleep in late today. No need to slow cook this one. Couch and sports await. Origin Story: Nothing is quite like sitting in front of your TV …
Flavor: Limón Country: USA When Seen: January 2021 In a Bite: Sour, yet artificial lime taste In a Haiku: Lemons are yellow; just like the Spanish limón; unless they are green. Origin Story: As of 2019, the US census estimates that more than 60 million people in the US are of Hispanic origin, which is …
Flavor: Hot Sauce Country: USA When Seen: September 2020 In a Bite: A kick in the mouth and a burning in the nose on the first bite, followed by sour. This taste lingers on the tongue for awhile but not unpleasantly. In a Haiku: Put that sh*t on chips? This will save you on Flonase. …
Flavor: Carnitas Street Taco Country: USA When Seen: August 2020 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: We pity the pig; who was shredded for this meal. Amen, time to eat. Origin Story: Literally “little meats“, this Mexican classic was made famous (in …
Flavor: Nashville Hot Chicken Country: USA When Seen: August 2020 In a Bite: A hint of chicken skin, followed by lingering heat on the back of your tongue. In a Haiku: This chicken’s got zest. Goes down finger-lickin’ good. Exits you aflame. Origin Story: Nashville is perhaps best known for its music scene, but it …
Flavor: Philly Cheesesteak Country: USA When Seen: August 2020 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: Shout “Yo, Adrian!” With provolone or cheez whiz. Liberate thy mouth. Origin Story: Philadelphia is known for four things: the Liberty Bell, rowdy sports fans, Rocky Balboa, …
Flavor: New York Style Pizza Country: USA When Seen: August 2020 In a Bite: A heavy dose of oregano, followed by a tomato-y, cheesy flavor. In a Haiku: Fuhgeddaboudit! The pizza king has been crowned. Next up, Napoli. Origin Story: Finally, the century old debate as to which pizza is the best in the US …
Flavor: Honey BBQ Country: USA When Seen: August 2020 In a Bite: Light, airy, with a typical BBQ flavor. Not sure where the honey is though. In a Haiku: So light it could fly; On wings of a honey bee; dipped in BBQ. Origin Story: Barbecue (or BBQ as they say in the USA) is …
Flavor: Creamy Jalapeños Country: USA When Seen: April 2020 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku: Pop ’em in your mouth. Beats dipping chilis in cream. They’ve got you covered. Origin Story: The jalapeño is the go to chili for the American Lay’s …