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Metro
5 days ago
- Business
- Metro
‘Flawless' crisp brand is making major change to fan favourites after 40 years
It's a big week for crisp lovers! We kicked off with Walkers unveiling two new permanent flavours, which was a big deal, as it's the first time in decades the brand's core crisp range has been updated. And now another iconic crisp giant has announced plans to launch new products, that are a twist on classics. Nik Naks, which have been a lunchtime staple since 1982, revealed new Twisters – a new spin on the existing crisps, but shaped to look like a whirling, twisting tornado. These will be available in two fan favourite flavours: Nice 'n' Spicy and Tangy 'n' Cheesy and the new look is a huge milestone for the brand. This is because it's the first time in its 40-year history that a different shape has been released. The new Twisters are going to be exclusively sold in Sainsbury's supermarkets from October and will cost £2.50 for a multi-pack of nine bags. If you've never tried Nik Naks before, this could be the time to do so, that way you'll be able to compare and contrast the differences when the new ones arrive. Made of corn, the original Nice 'n' Spicy option taste tangy and spicy, while the Cheesy ones bring a traditional cheese flavour. Shoppers have long been big fans of the former especially, with reviews on the Tesco website hailing the Nice 'n' Spicy crisps as 'small but mighty', 'flawless', 'delicious', 'different from other crisps' and 'the perfect snack'. One customer gave five stars, writing: 'Amazing taste. What can I say, Nik Naks have been an absolute favourite of mine since childhood and they haven't changed a bit. Still taste the same, my favourite flavour is Sweet BBQ, but I still love the tast of Nice 'n' Spicy ones. 'It's great value for money, the texture is crunchy and great.' Another reads: 'I love Nice 'N' Spicy – they're my go-to when I'm craving something with a bit of a kick. The knobbly, crunchy sticks are so satisfying, and the spicy flavor really hits the spot without being overwhelming. 'Perfect for when I want a bold, fun snack that's a little different from the usual.' Speaking about the upcoming launch, John McDougall, Nik Naks and Heritage Portfolio senior brand manager, said: 'The launch of Twisters marks a revolutionary moment for Nik Naks – our first-ever new shape! 'We've taken our iconic flavours and given them a playful new twist. We're so excited for snack lovers across the UK to try them – give them a spin!' More Trending If you can't wait for October, the new Walkers crisps have already been released, with new Sticky Teriyaki and Masala Chicken packs being sold nationwide. These flavours join Ready Salted, Salt & Vinegar, Cheese & Onion, Prawn Cocktail, Roast Chicken and Smoky Bacon in the core line-up. Walkers claims the Sticky Teriyaki crisps are both 'sweet and tangy', and the flavour will 'hit your senses'. And the Masala Chicken ones are said to have a 'rich and creamy' taste, giving you a 'bite-sized' version of the UK's favourite Indian dish, Tikka Masala. Do you have a story to share? Get in touch by emailing MetroLifestyleTeam@ View More » MORE: We tried every item from Lidl's bakery — 39p item with 'no faults' was the best MORE: All the places you can get free food on A-level results day — from Nando's to Bill's MORE: All the places you can get free food on A-level results day — from Nando's to Bill's Your free newsletter guide to the best London has on offer, from drinks deals to restaurant reviews.
Metro
5 days ago
- Business
- Metro
I tried to 'beat' the Tesco meal deal — and left the supermarket with change
Let's face it, if there is one thing that we can all agree on in the UK, it's that we love a good meal deal. Sharing our favourite combination of main, snack and drink can almost be as pleasing as a conversation about the weather, and has been since Boots was credited with introducing the concept back in 1999. However, the great British meal deal has not been free from the toll that inflation has exacted on our shopping bills. In what feels like a lifetime ago (but was actually only 2022), you could still pick up a Tesco meal deal for just £3. Sadly, it was not to last. The price was increased to £3.40 that very year, and for those without a Clubcard, lunch would set you back £3.90. At the time of writing, the cost comes to £3.60 with a Clubcard, or £4 without. And this got me thinking… can you build your own meal deal for less, outside of the items in the offer? So, armed with nothing more than my Clubcard, vivid flashbacks to my trip to the UK's biggest Tesco, and ever-increasing pangs of hunger, I set off for my local big store to find out. Here is how I got on. To keep my challenge fair, I established a few golden rules that I had to adhere to: Only 'on the go' foods, with no cooking involved 'Eat hot or cold' items were fine, but no whipping up a quick carbonara on the bus home; essentially, something I could eat at my desk, in the park, or when hungover on a train – all classic meal deal settings. No yellow sticker items allowed While it is sometimes possible to grab yourself an absolute steal with reduced shopping, this felt like cheating. Although, theoretically, I could claim victory with a whole rotisserie chicken for £1.47, there was no guarantee that you would be able to get the same deal. Seasonal produce and offers, however, would be fine. Live by the Clubcard, die by the Clubcard If I wanted to take advantage of Clubcard-only pricing, I would have to stick to the Clubcard meal deal budget of £3.60 – not the £4 upper limit. A measurable improvement While this is somewhat subjective, I decided that my meal deal had to offer something more than its supermarket counterpart. While I could have bought six large bags of peanuts and claimed value, that is not (to coin a phrase from the year we all try to forget) a substantial meal. I needed some improvement in offering, be that through premium brand, larger sized, or better quality products. Pretend the 'premium meal deal' doesn't exist Does anyone ever buy that one anyway? My first move (apart from taking some pictures with the Tesco sign outside, which must have made me look more than a little strange) was to conduct some product research – what sort of items are available in the meal deal? My own personal preference – a chicken and bacon sandwich, a bag of spicy Nik Naks, and a Pepsi Max – I consider an elite combination, but other options are available. My local Tesco is well-stocked with meal deal items, including savoury mini eggs, protein yoghurts, and large fruit pots, making for an appetising option, and helped inform the sort of thing I was looking for. However, I had to delve deeper. Starting at the far end of the store, I decided to begin my quest by quenching my thirst. Heading into the soft drink section, I immediately spied bottles of flavoured water (both sparkling or still) in a big range of flavours and priced at just 75p. Bargain. At one litre in size, this definitely outclasses all of its meal deal brethren, with most of the bottled drinks in the offer being just 500ml. The only comparable meal deal drink I could find was the Highland Spring strawberry flavoured water – and this was only 750ml. Ultimately, I chose Tesco's own-brand Peach and Passionfruit Sparkling Water. Off to a winning start. Cost: 75p Budget remaining: £2.85 The main felt like the item that would be hardest to find, with sandwiches and wraps out of the question, and 'making my own' not only violating some of the rules, but the spirit of the challenge itself. Some early items showed promise though. I initially turned to the hot and cold section, and discovered it was possible to get an entire quiche for just £2 with a Clubcard, even including the 'summer edition' mozzarella and pesto. Very tempting. However, this would use up a substantial amount of my budget, leaving me with just 85p to source a reasonable snack. And while I was tempted to include a mini-quiche at just £1.65, it felt more in the realm of snack territory than a main. A 'protien grazing pack' struck me as pretty good value at £2.75, with fruit, veg, boiled eggs and a dip included. But having already ruled out the quiche on price, there was no way this would make it into the basket. Rustler's burgers were out too, as despite their budget-friendly £1.60 price point, they're heat-only – not to mention I've never enjoyed them. Eventually, I found considerable success in the pasty section. After flirting with the idea of two Tesco own-brand pasties for £1.69, I spied a much more premium offering that won me over – a Ginster's Chicken and Bacon Cornish Pasty, priced at just £1.50 with a Clubcard. Before anyone @'s me for the fact that you can get a pasty in the meal deal – I checked. You can only buy the smaller one (100g, vs the 180g on offer here) and only as a snack, not a main. Plus, the 'steak and marmite' option on display doesn't sound all that appealing to me (you either love it or hate it, I guess). So, with a branded item and a larger size, it met my criteria, and in the basket it went. Cost: £1.50 Budget remaining: £1.35 With a remaining budget of well over a quid, shopping for my snack took the experience from challenging to a positive delight. Heading to the crisps aisle, the family-sized bag of Nik Naks very nearly came straight home with me, as it would have brought me in precisely on budget – and, at 'great for sharing' size, definitely outclassed its meal deal competitor. However, I wanted to explore all my options and see what else I could do. Considering some dessert, Mr Kipling 'lunchbox' slices ticked the box at four for just £1, although the chocolate or toffee sundaes were just out of budget. It was while on the quest to check the price of another item that I discovered an absolute billy bargain though: A 'summer edition' Caramelised Onion Scotch Egg priced at just 80p. Given an 'ordinary' scotch egg or mini-savoury eggs is a staple of the traditional meal deal, the slightly unusual flavour and tiny price tag of this one ultimately won me over. Cost: 80p Budget remaining: 55p Let's face it, while no one could claim that my meal deal selection would leave them hungry, my choices so far haven't exactly been the healthiest. So although I debated taking my win and heading home, I decided to use the 55p still in my budget that'd go towards my five a day. Taking what little change I had left, I ran around the store trying to see if it was possible to score one more item. The 50p snack pack of apple and grapes fit the bill perfectly, and I left Tesco with my head held high. More Trending I'd officially beaten the meal deal, with not just three, but four bigger or better items – and with all of five pence change left to boot. Cost: 50p View More » Budget remaining: 5p Do you have a story to share? 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The Herald Scotland
5 days ago
- Business
- The Herald Scotland
Major snack brand releases first new crisps in over 40 years
The company has said it will be "the ultimate snack-time sidekick that'll have you reaching for more". Nik Niks announces first new crisps in over 40 years - here's how to get them in the UK The crisps, which will come in the Nice 'N' Spicy and Tangy 'N' Cheesy flavours, will be exclusively sold in Sainsbury's. A pack of nine 130-gram packets will cost around £2.50 to buy. Discussing the new offering, John McDougall, Nik Naks and Heritage Portfolio Senior Brand Manager, says: 'The launch of Twisters marks a revolutionary moment for Nik Naks – our first-ever new shape! "We've taken our iconic flavours and given them a playful new twist. We're so excited for snack lovers across the UK to try them – give them a spin!" Those wanting to snag a packet from Sainsbury's will be able to do so from October this year. Walkers unveils two new flavours as part of their core range This comes after Walkers released two new flavours as part of its core range. The new permanent flavours include Sticky Teriyaki and Masala Chicken. Discussing their new offering, a Walkers spokesperson explained: "With a balance between sweet and tangy, the new Sticky Teriyaki flavour is sure to hit your senses with an array of tastes inspired by flavours from Japan. The new Tangy 'N' Cheesy and Nice 'N' Spicy Twister crisps from Nik Naks (Image: Nik Naks) Recommended Reading: "Packing a punch of flavour, the new Masala Chicken provides a rich and spicy taste and with Tikka Masala being a firm favourite dish in the UK." Walkers' Senior Marketing Director, Wayne Newton, added: "Our development team has been on a mission for the past year to find two new flavours that meet the highest standards. "After thousands of crisps crunched, flavours tested, and bags rustled, we're pleased to bring something entirely new to the table with Sticky Teriyaki and Masala Chicken.'
Scottish Sun
6 days ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Major snack brand launches first new crisps in 40 years – exact shops to buy
They'll come in two popular flavours SNACK ATTACK Major snack brand launches first new crisps in 40 years – exact shops to buy Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A MAJOR snack brand has launched its first new crisps in decades, with packets set to hit stores soon. The launch comes in two fan-favourite flavours that will be available at a UK supermarkets. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 The new launch involves a different shape of Nik Naks crisp Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk 2 It includes Tangy 'n' Cheesy and Nice 'n' Spicy Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk Nik Naks is shaking up the snack aisle with the introduction of its new shape of crisps that come as Twisters. This whacky new shape is designed for people to enjoy maximum crunch, to become "the ultimate snack-time sidekick that'll have you reaching for more". It is the first switch up for the iconic knobbly snack that has come for over 40 years. The Nik Nak Twisters will be available in two fan-favourite flavours - Nice 'n' Spicy and Tangy 'n' Cheesy. The snacks will exclusively be available from Sainsbury's in Octobers. Buying these new Nik Naks will cost £2.50 per pack for nine 130 gram packets. John McDougall, Nik Naks and Heritage Portfolio Senior Brand Manager, says 'The launch of Twisters marks a revolutionary moment for Nik Naks – our first-ever new shape! "We've taken our iconic flavours and given them a playful new twist. "We're so excited for snack lovers across the UK to try them – give them a spin!" Nik Naks have previously been seen to bring unusual flavours, but known for their knobbly appearance. Walkers launches two new permanent crisp flavours in UK stores for first time in decades A few years ago, they brought back a divisive crisp flavour, which were first available in the 90s. The Scampi 'n' Lemon flavour of Nik Naks were discontinued, in favour of Pickle 'n' Onion, in 2008, but made a return in 2022. Other than the popular Nice 'n' Spicy that will soon come in a Twister form, their flavours have also included the Rib 'n' Saucy and Cream 'n' Cheesy. Nik Nak's update also comes just after iconic crisps brand Walkers also launched two new permanent flavours for fans. This includes the roll out of the a new Sticky Teriyaki flavour, and a Masala Chicken.
The Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Major snack brand launches first new crisps in 40 years – exact shops to buy
A MAJOR snack brand has launched its first new crisps in decades, with packets set to hit stores soon. The launch comes in two fan-favourite flavours that will be available at a UK supermarkets. Nik Naks is shaking up the snack aisle with the introduction of its new shape of crisps that come as Twisters. This whacky new shape is designed for people to enjoy maximum crunch, to become "the ultimate snack-time sidekick that'll have you reaching for more". It is the first switch up for the iconic knobbly snack that has come for over 40 years. The Nik Nak Twisters will be available in two fan-favourite flavours - Nice 'n' Spicy and Tangy 'n' Cheesy. The snacks will exclusively be available from Sainsbury's in Octobers. Buying these new Nik Naks will cost £2.50 per pack for nine 130 gram packets. John McDougall, Nik Naks and Heritage Portfolio Senior Brand Manager, says 'The launch of Twisters marks a revolutionary moment for Nik Naks – our first-ever new shape! "We've taken our iconic flavours and given them a playful new twist. "We're so excited for snack lovers across the UK to try them – give them a spin!" Nik Naks have previously been seen to bring unusual flavours, but known for their knobbly appearance. Walkers launches two new permanent crisp flavours in UK stores for first time in decades A few years ago, they brought back a divisive crisp flavour, which were first available in the 90s. The Scampi 'n' Lemon flavour of Nik Naks were discontinued, in favour of Pickle 'n' Onion, in 2008, but made a return in 2022. Other than the popular Nice 'n' Spicy that will soon come in a Twister form, their flavours have also included the Rib 'n' Saucy and Cream 'n' Cheesy. Nik Nak's update also comes just after iconic crisps brand Walkers also launched two new permanent flavours for fans. This includes the roll out of the a new Sticky Teriyaki flavour, and a Masala Chicken.
