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Metro
2 days ago
- Health
- Metro
New Kellogg's cereal hits shelves and it's just like this discontinued favorite
Head over to Morrisons and you might spot Kellogg's 'Smacks' on the shelves for just £2.50. 'So what?', we hear you ask. Well, shoppers and cereal lovers have pointed out that the product looks and tastes a lot like Sugar Puffs – a fan-favourite breakfast choice that was discontinued back in 2014. Already a popular choice in the US, Kellogg's Smacks has had Brits in a frenzy now that it's crossed the pond. The cereal is made from puffed wheat and sweetened with honey, it's presented as a classic, crunchy breakfast choice, made without artificial colours and flavours, and high in vitamin D. Users headed to a Facebook group called 'Snack Reviews', where the product immediately caught the attention of users for its similarity to Sugar Puffs. 'They'll always be sugar puffs to me,' one commenter said, while another wrote: 'In other words, they've brought out sugar puffs again and called it a different name.' Sugar Puffs are fondly remembered by British crowds. The Original Quaker Oats cereal was discontinued when their name was changed to 'Honey Monster Puffs' and the sugar content slashed by 20%. The new formula, which exchanged sugar for honey, significantly changing its taste, was shifted to align with new health standards as the government began an initiative to reduce excessive sugar consumption. Kellogg's new arrival, 'Smacks', is reported to taste far more similar to Sugar Puffs thanks to the dose of nostalgia and their satisfying crunch. More Trending I brought these back from Paris because they were the nearest thing to sugar puffs I've ever tried,' Facebook user Charlie Mcmillan commented. 'Amazing, hopefully they stick around .' But be warned: a 30g serving contains a tasty 10g of sugar. View More » Yikes. It's been a tough couple of years for cereal lovers with a sweet tooth. Coco Pops Rocks were discontinued in August 2024, and some reported finding it 'hard to live without them.' Then Weetabix Golden Syrup was axed for good just one month later, causing one mum, Emma Ball, to say: 'My son was heartbroken, he loved these.' A personal fave, Kellogg's Apricot Wheats, didn't fare for long. But nothing shook breakfast lovers more than Frosties being ditched from the mini variety packs. Childhood sleepovers and camping trips will never be the same again. The good news is, customers do have some sway on the matter. Chocolate Cornflakes made a return in 2024 thanks to high demand. So if you're really missing the original Sugar Puffs, you know what to do. MORE: Bakery chain hailed as 'better than Greggs' is opening new shops across UK MORE: Culture appropriation never used to bother me — hummus changed everything MORE: Where to sip on mini cocktails in London Your free newsletter guide to the best London has on offer, from drinks deals to restaurant reviews.
Yahoo
11-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Joplin Chamber celebrates individuals, community at 108th Annual Banquet
The disco theme was on bright display Thursday night as 495 Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce members and guests gathered at the Leggett & Platt Athletic Center at Missouri Southern State University for the chamber's 108th annual banquet. 'We are here tonight to celebrate our members and our community and all the positive things happening, all the accomplishments, all the milestones achieved, just all around good work being done in the community,' said Joplin Chamber President and CEO Travis Stephens. 'The most important part of it is the fact that we are convening 500 business leaders and influencers all under one roof. That type of engagement and connection just leads to conversations and more ideas and people getting together and saying, 'Let's talk about some other ideas, let's go to lunch, let's meet at your office.'' Some in attendance reached deep into their closets to celebrate the disco era of the 1970s and 1980s, which was the theme for the event. Emma Ball, with Jordan CPA in Carthage, attended with her husband, Matthew Ball, and both pulled out the glitter and polyester. 'I loved it,' Matthew said. 'I'm all about getting the opportunity to dress up and experience something new because I love it.' 'It's really fun to pull things we already have and get out your party clothes,' Emma added. 'I just threw in a bunch of glitter, plus I have a 15-year-old daughter, so I asked her to help me put my hair up and all that. This was fun.' Some of the loudest applause of the night was reserved for the Outstanding Citizen of the Year who was described by presenter Craig Tankersly, with Southwest Missouri Bank, as 'a true community leader whose efforts transcend traditional civic engagement," and someone who embodies what it means to be a community champion. Curt Carr, of Joplin Greenhouse and The Coffee Shop, said he was surprised when his name was announced. 'I'm in shock but there's a lot of gratitude,' Carr said immediately after the banquet. 'I'm very grateful to the people who submitted this nomination for me. I'm very grateful for the committee that I'm in and grateful for the staff I work with every day. They make it pleasurable for me to come to work. There are so many leaders in this area and they need an avenue to be recognized. The chamber does that well I think." The original Joplin Greenhouse and The Coffee Shop is at 2820 E. 32nd St. The greenhouse opened in 2001, and the coffee shop opened in 2018. In December, a second location, Bloom, opened at 218 S. Main St. in Joplin. Joplin Greenhouse and The Coffee Shop has announced plans for a third location, this one in Diamond. It will be along Missouri Highway 59 at 17920 Aspen Road in Diamond, on the same property as Joplin Greenhouse's mum fields. Other awards • Danae Taylor, Freeman Health System, was recognized as the Young Professional of the Year. • Josh Howard, of Happy Trees Table Co., received the Joseph Newman Rising Star Award. • Richard Huskey was named Ambassador of the Year. • Travis Keller, Lamar Outdoor Advertising, received the Spirit Award. Business awards The Business of the Year awards recognize the importance of small businesses and nonprofit organizations and the impact they have on the local economy, job growth, and the creation of new products and services. • 50 employees or fewer: Binky Guy Textiles. • More than 51 employees: American Ramp Co. • Nonprofit category: Boys & Girls Club of Southwest Missouri.
