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Daily Mirror
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Major UK crisp brand launches two new flavours and confirms exact date they hit shelves
Two brand new crisp flavours have hit the shelves this week as popular popchips, owned by KP Snacks have launched the meaty offerings to shoppers - promising to add fun to any occasion Crisp fans are in for a real treat as Popchips have announced two brand new flavours hitting shelves. Popchips, branded as a 'healthier' snack have released two brand new bold flavours - peri peri chicken and chargrilled steak. Popchips are kept away from fryers and are instead cooked in a special 'pressurised chamber' and then quickly released - making them healthier than a poacket of crisps. Now KP Snacks, owner of the Popchips brand has announced the brand new offerings available now and joun the popular line-up including barbeque, sour cream & onion, sea salt & vinegar, and sea salt. Peri Peri Chicken combines the aromatic zest of herbs and savoury roast chicken, finished with a tangy burst of lime and a gentle lingering heat. For those craving a meaty crunch, Chargrilled Steak brings rich, savoury roast beef notes with a light, salty finish. Jill Leslie, assistant brand manager at popchips, said ahead of the launch: "We're really excited to introduce our latest poppin' flavours of Peri Peri Chicken and Chargrilled Steak, and can't wait for everyone to try them when they hit the shelves on July 14. Whether you're looking for a quick snack or sharing with friends, these flavours are sure to add a pop of fun to any occasion.' It's not the only crisp flavour KP Snacks have announced recently. A nostalgic and tangy crisp flavour is making a bold comeback after last being on the shelves 20 years ago, with an exact return date confirmed. Discos, the crisps owned by KP Snacks, is returning with the popular pickled onion flavour, which was last seen back in 2005, and people are chuffed. And the good news is, the return of the iconic flavour is here to stay. Fans will find the pickled onion flavoured Discos in convenience stores across the UK from August 27, and they will be priced at £1.35 for a 70g bag. Brits were so heartbroken about the disapperance of the flavour, one passionate individual went to the extreme of trying to persuade KP Snacks to bring them back some 12 years after they disappeared from shelves. Launching a petition, the super-fan wrote: "These crisps were by far the best tasting pickled onion crisps on the market! Fellow crisp lovers help bring these back! KP can you not bring them back for a trial Halloween?!" The petition was signed by 428 supporters who all agreed they should return in what was described as an "important cause". Back in 2024, one person took to X to call Discos the "best ever" in a post and gushed: "As a nation, we don't give enough credit to Discos for being some of the best crisps around." Another crisp lover chimed: "I'd sell my soul for a pack of picked onion discos..." Amy Heap, marketing manager at Discos said: "This legendary flavour has been a fan favourite for years, and its mouth-tingling tang is guaranteed to take your snack game to the next level. "Whether you've loved them forever or you're just discovering their iconic punch, we can't wait for you to tear open a bag and try them."
Time Out
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
New traditional South African restaurant opens in Sandton
Sandton has welcomed a new spot for food lovers craving traditional South African flavours. Tasty Nation, the local food brand best known for its convenient home-style meals, has just opened its first quick service restaurant right in time for Joburg's chilly season. What's on the menu at Tasty Nation Tasty Nation's menu pays tribute to the country's rich culinary heritage. Guests can enjoy classic favourites like Mogodu (beef tripe in a thin gravy), Thlakwana (slow-cooked cow heels), and flame-grilled Peri Peri Chicken and Beef Short Rib. Comfort food staples such as Durban-style mutton curry, bobotie, and indulgent desserts like Malva pudding and koeksisters round out the menu. 'With our new quick service restaurant, we're creating a space where people can come together and enjoy familiar flavours,' says Kelly Lewis, CEO of Tasty Nation. 'It's about making traditional African cuisine both accessible and inviting.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tasty Nation (@tastynationsa) A flavourful experience that feels like home When Time Out visited Tasty Nation, we were treated to a flavour-packed experience. The adventurer in me gave almost everything a try (I decided to skip the Mogodu as a matter of personal preference), and at one point, I was tempted to see if someone's grandmother wasn't holed up in the kitchen churning out these delicious dishes. My highlights included the Peri Peri chicken livers and the tender durban-style mutton curry served with rotis. The curry was milder than its Durban counterpart, but full of authentic flavour—a nod to Kelly's Durban roots. Another standout dish was the Nhloko (beef head meat in a thin gravy with onions and chillies) served with soft, spongy Dombolo dumplings—perfect for soaking up that gravy. As a side note the restaurant's warm, vibey music selection added to the experience, creating a space that feels as comforting as the food. If the atmosphere remains this consistent, Tasty Nation could easily become one of Joburg's go-to spots for traditional food with a modern twist.
