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Tesco shoppers divided over Fox's new Dubai-style biscuits

Tesco shoppers divided over Fox's new Dubai-style biscuits

The iconic biscuit brand has launched its very own pack of sweet treats inspired by the viral Dubai chocolate - have you tried them?
It comes after the likes of Lindt, Lidl, and even M&S have introduced their own products over the last few months.
Fox's Dubai Style Pistachio Biscuit pack is currently on offer for £2.65 with a Clubcard, compared to the standard price of £3.
Fox's launches new Dubai-style biscuit in UK supermarkets
But the chocolate-coated shortcakes, which have a 'melt in the mouth' creamy pistachio centre, have certainly been dividing people.
It comes as foodie social media group New Foods UK posted a picture of the biscuits spotted in Tesco supermarkets across the UK.
The post was captioned: 'New Fox's Dubai Style Pistachio Biscuits spotted at Tesco!'
One excited account replied: 'Wow need to try.'
While another who was lucky enough to find Fox's Dubai Style Pistachio Biscuits said: 'Recently tried these! They're quite nice, I mean.. you can never go wrong with a @foxsbiscuits right?'
However, some weren't the biggest fans, as this person shared: 'They're okay, but definitely NOT worth the money.'
Another put: 'I got these the other day. They just taste like chocolate. Not getting any pistachio flavour.'
Others also seem to be fed up with the Dubai chocolate trend, as one commented: 'What is it with this craze. They all taste disgusting.'
Have you managed to try the biscuits yet? Let us know in the comments below.
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What is Dubai chocolate?
Although many big brands have created their own twist on Dubai chocolate this year, it's usually a chocolate-filled shell with pistachio cream, tahini, and crunchy kataifi (shredded filo dough).
Kataifi is the main ingredient used in knafeh, which is a Middle Eastern dessert with crispy, stringy pastry, layered with a sweet cheese filling.
The original Dubai chocolate was launched by Dubai-based FIX Dessert Chocolatier in 2022.
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