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Scottish Sun
11 hours ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
I tried the new M&S strawberry sandwich – it's delicious & different but you'll only buy it once
Plus, how to save on your supermarket shop BERRY TWIST I tried the new M&S strawberry sandwich – it's delicious & different but you'll only buy it once Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) M&S has unveiled its first-ever dessert sandwich, the Red Diamond Strawberries & Creme Sandwich, and it's already causing a stir among food lovers. Priced at £2.80, this limited-edition sweet treat combines British summer nostalgia with a touch of Japanese culinary influence, but does it live up to expectations? Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Fabulous report Leanne Hall taste tested Marks & Spencer's latest sandwich 3 The Red Diamond Strawberry & Creme is Limited Edition Credit: Supplied The sandwich is made using M&S's exclusive Collection British Red Diamond Strawberries, which are known for their sweetness and juiciness, paired with whipped cream cheese and crème fraîche. Inspired by Japan's viral cream-filled sandwiches, often spotted in trendy patisseries, M&S has reimagined the concept with a British twist, reminiscent of the iconic strawberries and cream served at Wimbledon. M&S has a long history of sandwich innovation, having introduced freshly made sandwiches in the 1920s and revolutionising the UK high street with pre-packed sandwiches in the 1980s. Since then, the retailer has sold over four billion sandwiches, making this latest launch a bold new addition to its portfolio. But is the dessert sandwich a summer sensation or simply a novelty? Fabulous reporter Leanne Hall decided to put the new creation to the test. 'This new addition to the M&S summer food collection is one you won't want to miss,' Leanne said. 'It seems the British retailer has taken inspiration from Japan's viral cream-filled sandwiches and Wimbledon's signature dish, strawberries and cream, to create the perfect summer snack. 'The concept may seem strange, but it works.' Leanne was initially sceptical about the cream filling, which combines soft cream cheese and crème fraîche, rather than the whipped cream traditionally used in Japanese fruit sandwiches. I've found the perfect summer top from M&S, and I'm even more excited now I can finally shop there online again 'I was hesitant at first,' she admitted, 'but the two worked well together. It had the luxurious texture of clotted cream, which added a richness to the sandwich.' The strawberries were the standout element. 'They were excellent - they had a great bite, weren't soggy, and were packed with flavour,' Leanne said. However, the bread proved to be divisive. 'While it did have a sweetness to it, the texture was too bready, and the crusts felt too hard for the soft filling,' she noted. Despite these minor drawbacks, Leanne believes the dessert sandwich is worth trying. 'For those who love a limited-edition treat - or even a Müller Corner strawberry yoghurt - this is worth a go, especially when enjoying the hot weather in the park.' 3 TikTokers have also been giving their reviews online Credit: Supplied M&S's strawberry sandwich is currently trending on TikTok as many foodies rush to the stores to get their hands on one. Some have praised it for being a great "sweet treat" however, others aren't too pleased that you "only receive half of one sandwich." Someone else stated that it was a "crazy thought to know that someone else in the UK currently has the other half to this sandwich."
Daily Record
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Marks and Spencer launch 'game-changing' strawberry and cream sandwich but Brits are divided
The limited-edition treat, inspired by Japanese "sweet sandos," has been called both "delicious" and "puke-inducing" Sweet and savoury can be a hit or a miss for some people, but one leading UK supermarket is hoping it will be a smash hit for foodies across the country, with the release of its first-ever summer dessert sandwich. Marks and Spencer has unveiled the limited-edition Strawberry & Creme Sandwich, billed as a "game-changing sweet, creamy and oh-so-scrummy treat" made with the retailer's "iconic" British Red Diamond Strawberries. With a thick layer of whipped cream cheese spread between two pieces of fluffy sweetened bread, M&S promises to "tantalise the taste buds" of the nation with its latest innovation, available at local M&S Foodhalls now. The creation has been inspired by the Japanese sweet sandos, which have been spotted in some of the UK's trendiest Japanese patisseries. And although it may look like a dessert, shoppers can find the creation alongside the supermarket's regular sandwiches. However, the Strawberry & Creme Sandwich has left Brits divided. While some are lapping up the fruity drop, others have labelled it "nonsense" and a complete over-indulgence. Taking to X, previously Twitter, one woman fumed: "What is this nonsense!!!! Strawberries and cream… sandwich?!!!" Another wrote: "M&S Red Diamond Strawberry & Creme... on bread. Not sure how I'm feeling about this one (I'm not getting the same thrill as with Christmas sandwiches)." A third admitted: "I'm intrigued and will be getting one…so I can compare when I try the real deal in Japan in 2026". A fourth turned their nose up at the combo, writing: "Puke inducing," while another complained sarcastically: "So they've taken a classic combo in strawberries and cream and ruined it, by slapping it between bread. Genius." Interestingly, many Brits haven't had to travel nearly 9,000 miles to tuck into the sandwich. Many described enjoying the delicacy growing up in the comfort of their own homes. One woman explained: "My mother was born in Bromley, Kent. I was told it was quite common to have bread and butter with Strawberries. (Late 1930s). Probably not as a sandwich though!" Another agreed, pitching in from over the Irish Sea: "Sweet sandwiches not unusual in N Ireland - we grew up with strawberry sandwiches, also mars bar and apple / grape and cheese. Still seen at funeral spreads!" The dessert sandwich was also compared to a long-standing British staple - the jam sandwich. One man poked fun at M&S's release, teasing: "Introducing non-sweet sandwiches is so radical! I mean - its as radical as A JAM SANDWICH." Another joined in, adding: "Sweet sandos? Obviously we're far too posh and middle class for a piece and jam..." A third maintained: We've always had non-savoury sandwiches. They have jam in them." Comparisons to scones were also made. Elsewhere, we had users that were more complimentary, writing: "That actually looks quite nice," while another concluded: "These are delicious, the Japanese ones are amazing." M&S Food first sold freshly made sandwiches in the 1920s, and expanded sales with pre-packed sandwiches in the 1980s. The retailer's food halls have sold four billion sandwiches to date. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community!
