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: Sesame Sauce Hot Pot Country: China When Seen: April 2023 In a Bite: Nutty and subdued In a Haiku: Open sesame. Get hot pot without the pain. Subtle is the word. Origin Story: While Chinese hot pots are perhaps best known as being a deliciously spicy dish, not everyone in China has taste buds …
Flavor: Charcoal Grilled Chicken & Somtum Country: Thailand When Seen: February 2023 In a Bite: A strange mix of salty, sour, and spiciness with hints of charcoal and notes of MSG In a Haiku: Charcoal, chili, lime. The perfect flavor pairing. Save a chicken’s life. Origin Story: Grilled chicken and papaya salad (aka somtum or …
Flavor: Chicago Hot Wings Country: Jordan When Seen: February 2022 In a Bite: Caramel, with a dusting of chili and paprika In a Haiku: Best paired with deep dish. A true Chicago classic. Is brought forth today. Origin Story: Chicago is known for many things, but when one thinks of hot wings, it is likely …
Flavor: Spicy Korean Fried Chicken Country: Thailand When Seen: February 2023 In a Bite: Salty with the faintest hints of ginger and chili In a Haiku: Is this a plain chip? Package says no, tongue says yes. At least it’s crunchy. Origin Story: When Korean chicken restaurant Bonchon first start expanding in Thailand over the …
Flavor: Shrimp Tom Yum Hot Pot Country: Thailand When Seen: January 2023 In a Bite: Sweet, salty, tangy, and spicy with hints of lemongrass In a Haiku: Hot pot without flame. A menagerie of taste. Keeps your tongue in check. Origin Story: Shrimp tom yum (aka tom yum goong) is so famous in Thailand it …
Flavor: Grilled Ribs Country: Russia (found in Georgia) When Seen: June 2022 In a Bite: Heavy handed paprika, notes of onion, chives, and pork In a Haiku: Take a rack of ribs. Slather them in paprika. All without the bone. Origin Story: As countries around the world restricted trade with Russia in response to its …
Flavor: Boat Noodles Country: Thailand When Seen: January 2023 In a Bite: Nice aroma, pork flavor, a bit spicy, with a bitter tail In a Haiku: Without the cow’s blood. Or stench of canal water. Same boat-bred flavor. Origin Story: This iconic Thai noodle soup has its origins in the boat vendors who used to …
Flavor: Roasted Garlic Oyster Country: China (found in Canada) When Seen: January 2023 In a Bite: Strong taste of garlic, no hint of oyster. In a Haiku: No need to shuck it. Keeps Dracula away too. Don’t forget mouthwash. Origin Story: This classic Southern Chinese street food (or so we’re told) is easy enough to …
Flavor: Adobadas Country: USA When Seen: December 2022 In a Bite: Aggressively sour, no hint of chili In a Haiku: The sour lingers; longer than Team USA; lasted in Qatar. Origin Story: This flavor is a classic from Mexico, which is sold under the Sabritas brand there. It has been introduced to the US market …
Flavor: Cheddar & Sour Cream Country: USA When Seen: September 2022 In a Bite: Cheesy with a hint of sour cream In a Haiku: What do we have here? A loaded baked potato. No bacon or chives. Origin Story: Cheddar and sour cream has become a standard flavor now in the US across many snack …
