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: Crab Curry Country: Thailand When Seen: April 2022 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku:Like cracking a shell.That’s how crunchy this chip is.Bonus: much less mess. Origin Story: Crab curry first made its premiere in the Lay’s world as part of the …
Flavor: Seasoned Seaweed Country: Thailand When Seen: September 2019 In a Bite: Untasted. Have you tried it? Email us and tell us what you thought. In a Haiku:A taste of the sea.Without needing to get wet.Playtime has begun. Origin Story: Nori seaweed has long been a staple favorite in the Thai market, so it was …
Flavor: Popcorn Mix Country: Thailand When Seen: April 2022 In a Bite: A combination of corn, caramel, and cheddar cheese In a Haiku:Pass the what?Pass the…; popcorn flavored ‘tato chips?Not your mom’s snack food. Origin Story: We’ve all been there. You’re watching the latest release in the theater, enjoying the salty sweet combination of a …
Flavor: Oregano Country: Thailand When Seen: January 2022 In a Bite: Salty with a bit of a cheese taste and a faint scent of oregano. In a Haiku:Celebrate good times!The store is out of Pringles.These will have to do. Origin Story: Nothing says celebration like oregano, the herb that celebrates your planting it in your …
Flavor: Spicy Korean Ramen Country: Thailand When Seen: March 2022 In a Bite: Spicy and sweet, with notes of squid and seaweed In a Haiku:Torture for the tongue.Adrenaline starts to flow.Ready for battle. Origin Story: As we’ve documented before, the Lay’s Flavor Department (and much of Thailand’s youth) have fallen for all things Korean, including …
Flavor: Roasted Fish Country: China (found in USA) When Seen: February 2022 In a Bite: Like watered down BBQ with garlicky undertones. Fish taste MIA. In a Haiku:Not today hot pot.Hibernate the winter months.Roast without roasting. Origin Story: Roasted fish is a complex, flavor-packed dish from Sichuan (aka Szechuan), which, some say is the ideal …
Flavor: BBQ Prik Zab Zeed (literally deliciously spicy chili BBQ) Country: Thailand When Seen: March 2022 In a Bite: Spicy BBQ sauce In a Haiku:Prepare the pepto.A flaming anus awaits.Enjoy with caution. Origin Story: This flavor is so to-the-max spicy that the Lay’s Flavor Department couldn’t even compose themselves to come up with an English …
Flavor: Grilled Prawn Gochujang Country: Thailand When Seen: March 2022 In a Bite: Spicy and sweet with a shrimp taste In a Haiku:Put the grill away.Pre-barbecued for your ease.Enjoy with Butter. Origin Story: Ever since the K-pop invasion arrived on the shores of Thailand, including Korean flavors in non-Korean foods has become an essential way …
Flavor: Truffle Country: Thailand When Seen: March 2022 In a Bite: The aroma of truffles hits you as soon as you open the bag. Tastes like buttery truffles. In a Haiku:Pigs can rest for good.The hunt in the woods is done.Just check aisle two. Origin Story: When one thinks of truffles, one things of luxury, …
Flavor: Salmon Chili Lime Country: Thailand When Seen: March 2022 In a Bite: A ragtag mix of sour, sweet and spicy, and salty with a hint of salmon In a Haiku: What’s left in the fridge? Old today, new tomorrow. It’s McMurdo style! Origin Story: In 2019, the Lay’s Flavor Department unveiled the modern version …
