‘This is getting stupid' shoppers fume as Iceland launch £3 buy with Dubai chocolate twist & people say it ‘looks vile'
SHOPPERS have been left fuming as Iceland launches a £3 bakery buy with a viral Dubai chocolate twist.
While many have gone crazy for
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Foodies have been left fuming after spotting a new £3 bakery buy in Iceland that has a viral Dubai chocolate twist
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Not only did people hail the pistachio trend as 'nonsense', but others wondered when the viral craze 'would end'
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It comes after one bargain hunter was left totally stunned after spotting the new
Thrilled with her find, Emily Scott took to social media to alert others to the purse-friendly sweet treat, leaving many gobsmacked - but not in a good way.
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Alongside a snap of the pastries which are priced at £3 a pack, Emily simply penned: 'New Dubai chocolate pistachio croissants at Iceland!'
According to those at Flair, the pastries, which are 'made in Dubai' will enable
Each croissant is said to be 'baked to perfection', featuring rich chocolate dough and a velvety pistachio cream filling.
The 'premium treat' has also been hailed as 'perfect for sharing, gifting, or enjoying yourself'.
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The croissants are individually wrapped, making them convenient for on-the-go enjoyment.
Not only this, but they are said to be 'ideal for every occasion', whether that's breakfast, snacking, or even a sophisticated dessert.
You asked, we delivered' says Irish supermarket as viral chocolate lands in stores but 'they won't last'
But Facebook users weren't totally convinced by the new croissants and many thought they looked 'horrifying'.
Not only did people hail the pistachio trend as 'nonsense', but others wondered when the
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One person said: 'Really stupid and not one real pistachio in sight.'
Another added: 'Omg totally going over the top.. next will be Dubai chocolate scented toilet roll..'
When will this pistachio nonsense end?
Facebook user
A third commented: 'That looks horrifying.'
Whilst another foodie slammed: 'This is just getting stupid.'
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Not only this, but another food fan fumed: 'The picture on the package looks vile.
"That alone would put me off buying as well as the ridiculous price.'
Meanwhile, someone else asked: 'When will this pistachio nonsense end?'
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