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Daily Mail
14 hours ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
British people left divided as 'disgusting' Australian Mars chocolate lands on UK shelves
British foodies have been left divided after discovering an Australian version of Mars bar is landing in the UK. The latest chocolate treat to have arrived in the UK is the Mars Pods, described as bite-sized mouthfuls of crunchy wafer biscuit, luxurious caramel and a thick layer of milk chocolate. The treat pouches arrived in Iceland in May and have since caused a stir on social media, with unconvinced Brits describing the Mars-inspired snack as 'awful', while Australian's have hailed it as 'addictive'. Now available to British chocolate lovers, the shell-shaped chocolates are priced at £3.50 and come in 160g bags. While a new addition to British chocolate stocks, Mars Pods have been a staple sweet treat on Aussie shelves for more than a decade, having first being rolled out in 2008. The Oceanic nation is also home to other varieties of chocolate Pods, with Snickers and Twixt flavours also available. News of the arrival was shared on the Facebook page, Food Finds UK, where many divided samplers wrote their varying reviews in the comments. Some said the treat looked 'banging', while other samplers described them as 'absolutely awful'. Another person remarked: 'Eh, I don't rate them, give me Tim Tams or Teevee snacks any day! Although out of all the flavours of Pods, Mars is the best.' 'I've tried them, and they're s**t. All the laundry comes out brown and sticky. The chocolate smell is nice, but they don't seem to make things any cleaner at all,' a second commented. 'They were OK but nothing amazing. Dry & very sweet,' another wrote. But other's took a more optimistic opinion. 'I highly rated them and the snickers ones, been in B&M a few times,' said one delighted shopper. 'These are great. Didn't know they were only an Australian thing,' one added. Prior to them landing in Iceland, the chocolate snacks were also available on international candy websites for fans to get their hands on. Across multiple websites, including Sanza & More, Poppin Candy and Americancandycrush, Mars Pods have been awarded enviable product ratings, with the closed overall star review an impressive 4.6 out of five. Foreign chocolate fiends said they became 'addicted' to the treat after sampling them in Australia. One wrote: 'These are wonderful, I was addicted when I was in Aus. They have a thin biscuit cup that is filled with caramel and chocolate.' Others called them 'seriously yummy' and 'awesome' in the reviews. It comes shortly after it was rumoured that the confection maker was re-releasing a fan favourite - the white chocolate Maltesers. White chocolate Maltesers were launched in 2003 but were axed in 2014 with the manufacturer - Mars Wrigley citing low sales. However, many lamented the loss of the product, and a petition was launched in 2017, calling for its return, with a number of X users writing about their love of the white chocolate treat. One said: 'White chocolate Maltesers were the best thing I've ever had and i need them back.' Another added: 'Like Maltesers white chocolate that was sooo good as well.' Now, it appears the snack may well be coming back to shops across the UK, with reports that they could be available again soon. According to influencer johns_snackreviews, the return date is not yet confirmed. In a post on Instagram, he wrote: 'White Maltesers are BACK!!!! Coming soon to the UK! 'After being discontinued from 2014, they're back after huge public demand. Expected mid June - start of July release. 'NB: dates might not be 100% accurate. Unsure which shop will have them first, but they'll be in all shops eventually.' People took to the comments section of the post to share their delight about the news. One fan of the product wrote: 'NO WAY. These were me favourite back in day I was only taking about them the other day as well. Will definitely be stocking up on these.' Another added: 'This better be real. I've wanted these bad boys to make a comeback for so long!! Remember when they used to do the buckets of them!!' Speaking recently to Sky News, when asked about whether white chocolate Maltesers will be making a comeback, a Mars Wrigley UK spokesperson hinted that a return could be on the cards. They said: 'We're always listening to the fans of our chocolate and fruity treats, which is why we're constantly innovating our ranges. 'Whilst White Chocolate Maltesers aren't currently on shelves, we're pleased to offer many delicious alternatives such as M&M's, and of course, our original Maltesers. 'We've always got an ear to the ground and recognise the enduring love for old favourites, so stay tuned for some epic comebacks that could be happening soon… Watch this space!'
Malay Mail
2 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Malay Mail
Craving a snack? Go bananas for the ‘pisang goreng' and ‘kuih bakul' at USJ 2 Goreng Pisang in Subang Jaya
SUBANG JAYA, June 1 — As a kid, I used to take the bus (read: small van) home from school in Subang. I lived the furthest, so I was always the last one off. Most of the other kids lived nearby, so after the initial flurry, it was often just me and Mr Wadi, the driver, for the next hour and a half. I spent many a sweltering afternoon in that van listening to Oasis, wondering if my parents would ever 'get' me, and whether my crush thought my Tintin haircut was cool. She didn't. Look for the stall with loads of bananas. — Picture by Ethan Lau But on some afternoons, Mr Wadi would stop for a snack and come back with a few pisang goreng from a roadside stall, which helped soften the blow. Sometimes it was in Kampung Sungai Kayu Ara, other times in Ara Damansara. The best thing about pisang goreng is that no matter how good or bad it is, it still does the job. The inside is sweet, soft, golden deliciousness. — Picture by Ethan Lau Some days they're crispy and hot from the oil, sweet and soft inside. Other days, they're cold and a bit too firm, a little too starchy. Most pisang goreng are satisfying, but only a select few are truly special. In the neighbourhood of USJ 2, just across the busy road from Da Men Mall, a small collection of brick-and-mortar roadside gerai has stood for decades beneath the shade of trees, facing the popular Restoran Le Kwang kopitiam. The pisang goreng stall here is a longtime community favourite, but they have also gained a following for their kuih bakul, which is battered and deep-fried nian gao sandwiched between yam and sweet potato, along with fried popiah too. The 'kuih bakul' looks huge, but it's mostly air from the puffy batter. — Picture by Ethan Lau I arrived a little after 10 in the morning, just after they opened, and secured some small goreng pisang (RM1/pc), kuih bakul (RM2/pc) and popiah (RM2/pc). The larger sizes of bananas weren't available yet, particularly the XL size. They only start frying those closer to noon. No matter. These smaller varieties have everything I look for in my ideal pisang goreng anyway. Sweet and soft after frying, the insides turn into a golden custard that delivers an abundance of gooey banana delight. The batter is on the thicker side, but that's not a knock. Instead of a crisp, light shell that shatters on touch, this one puffs up all cragged and crazy, almost like good fish and chip batter. I suspect it comes from a mix of wheat flour and corn or potato starch. If you can, try to get a fresh batch while it is still hot. It makes the difference between merely good and great. There's nothing like that first bite: a loud, resounding crunch that gives way to sweet, soft banana gold. This puffy batter also turns the kuih bakul into huge, jagged pieces that sound like rocks tumbling around as she picks them off the rack. They're intimidating at a glance, but all that crust gives way to two laughably thin slices of yam and sweet potato. Which is kind of a good thing anyway, because the best part is the sweet, sticky nian gao in the centre. The 'nian gao' used hovers between oozey and sticky. — Picture by Ethan Lau A lot of other places serve it oozing and melted, but to me, the mark of a great nian gao is one that mostly keeps its gummy, glutinous texture even after deep-frying. This version teeters on the verge of melting, but still holds its glue-like consistency. The popiah is more than decent, packed with plenty of sweet, soft sengkuang, but the focus of any visit here should be on the bananas and kuih bakul. It's worth seeking out even if you don't live in Subang. If I had tried these when I was still going to school nearby, they might have snapped some sense into me and made me give up on that ridiculous haircut. But I doubt it. The 'popiah' is a decent choice too. — Picture by Ethan Lau USJ 2 Goreng PisangGerai Nasi Lemak dan Kuih (facing Restoran Le Kwang), Jalan USJ 2/2c, USJ 2, Subang Jaya, SelangorOpen Tuesday to Sunday, 10am-5pm. Tel: 011-7407 2181 * This is an independent review where the writer paid for the meal. * Follow us on Instagram @eatdrinkmm for more food gems. * Follow Ethan Lau on Instagram @eatenlau for more musings on food and mildly self-deprecating attempts at humour.
The Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Tesco shoppers go wild for never-before-seen Kinder bar on shelves as fans say they are ‘amazingly good'
TESCO shoppers have gone wild for a never-before-seen Kinder bar after it appeared on shelves. The new bar is made of milk and cocoa cream layered with a crispy cereal shell. 1 And the sought-after treat was posted to the popular New F oods UK Facebook group when it was spotted in Tesco. One savvy shopper spotted the Kinder bar and let other chocolate-lovers know about the product. The post quickly received likes and comments from sweet fans eager to get their hands on the new flavour. Viewers were quick to weigh in with their opinions in the comment section. One wrote: "These are amazingly good." While another said: "Need these." Others quickly tagged their friends and family to let them know about the tasty new bar. The sweet treat is described as a "deliciously light yet indulgent snack" combining Kinder's signature creamy milk and cocoa layers with a crunchy cereal coating. Each bar comes individually wrapped so it is great for taking it on-the-go. Save with secret codes It's a fan favourite as it offers the perfect texture contrast in every bite. Tesco regularly gives shoppers a chance to pick up discounted food through yellow label stickers. These are typically food items that are due to expire and then marked down in price at the end of the day. Recently, the grocery giant has begun giving away some of these discounted products for free at selected stores. It began introducing the freebies across selected Express stores as part of a trial earlier this month. Food marked "CS" is given away for nothing from 9:30pm onwards. Therefore, the free products will only be made available to shoppers who visit these branches after this time. The supermarket giant said it will continue giving some of the end-of-life products to charity as it currently does. Staff will also get priority for the free products reduced earlier in the day. However, any food leftover at this point will be free for shoppers to take home and enjoy. How to save money on your food shop Consumer reporter Sam Walker reveals how you can save hundreds of pounds a year: Odd boxes - plenty of retailers offer slightly misshapen fruit and veg or surplus food at a discounted price. Lidl sells five kilos of fruit and veg for just £1.50 through its Waste Not scheme while Aldi shoppers can get Too Good to Go bags which contain £10 worth of all kinds of products for £3.30. Sainsbury's also sells £2 "Taste Me, Don't Waste Me" fruit and veg boxes to help shoppers reduced food waste and save cash. Food waste apps - food waste apps work by helping shops, cafes, restaurants and other businesses shift stock that is due to go out of date and passing it on to members of the public. Some of the most notable ones include Too Good to Go and Olio. Too Good to Go's app is free to sign up to and is used by millions of people across the UK, letting users buy food at a discount. Olio works similarly, except users can collect both food and other household items for free from neighbours and businesses. Yellow sticker bargains - yellow sticker bargains, sometimes orange and red in certain supermarkets, are a great way of getting food on the cheap. But what time to head out to get the best deals varies depending on the retailer. You can see the best times for each supermarket here. Super cheap bargains - sign up to bargain hunter Facebook groups like Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK where shoppers regularly post hauls they've found on the cheap, including food finds. "Downshift" - you will almost always save money going for a supermarket's own-brand economy lines rather than premium brands. The move to lower-tier ranges, also known as "downshifting" and hailed by consumer expert Martin Lewis, could save you hundreds of pounds a year on your food shop. Tesco is not the only retailer to give away discounted food through yellow sticker bargains. Rather than red or yellow, Lidl puts orange stickers on its reduced products, so make sure you don't miss any in your closest store. One former worker for the supermarket revealed when shoppers can find the stickers and get up to 60% off. And Sainsbury's said when staff add yellow stickers to products varies from store to store. As for Aldi, the chain uses red stickers to mark down items in its shops.
The Sun
4 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Shoppers rush to major supermarket as brand new Kinder bar hits shelves
CHOCOLATE lovers are buzzing with excitement after a brand new Kinder bar hit the shelves — and it's already causing quite the stir online. The Kinder Crispy Bars have been spotted in the Meal Deal section at Tesco, with shoppers scrambling to get their hands on the £1 treat. 3 3 A Facebook user shared their find on the popular NewFoodsUK page, posting: 'New Kinder Krispy Bars spotted at the Meal Deal section in Tesco!!' The new snack features a crispy wafer layered with smooth milky and cocoa-hazelnut creams, wrapped in milk chocolate and topped with biscuit crumbs. It's quickly becoming a fan favourite, thanks to its indulgent flavour and affordable price. Tesco Clubcard holders can also include it as part of a meal deal, making it even more appealing. The post sparked a wave of excitement, with fans flooding the comments section to share their thoughts. One shopper said: 'Next time I'm getting those sandwiches.' Another added: 'These are amazingly good.' A third chimed in: 'These are really nice.' Others tagged their friends and family, eager to spread the word and make sure they didn't miss out. Some compared the new bar to a Kinder Egg in bar form, while others simply declared, 'Yes please.' Many are now on the hunt at their local branches, hoping to snap one up before they sell out. Save with secret codes This launch is just the latest in a series of new Kinder products delighting fans in UK supermarkets. Shoppers can also find a Kinder Hamper available at Home Bargains, packed with favourites including Kinder Bueno, Kinder Bueno White, Kinder Surprise and Happy Hippo Biscuits. Meanwhile, Kinder Crunchy Cookies have also appeared in stores. These cookies are filled with a generous mix of milk and white chocolate chips, offering yet another way for fans to get their Kinder fix. The growing Kinder range shows the brand's continued popularity and willingness to bring fresh ideas to supermarket shelves. How to save money on chocolate We all love a bit of chocolate from now and then, but you don't have to break the bank buying your favourite bar. Consumer reporter Sam Walker reveals how to cut costs... Go own brand - if you're not too fussed about flavour and just want to supplant your chocolate cravings, you'll save by going for the supermarket's own brand bars. Shop around - if you've spotted your favourite variety at the supermarket, make sure you check if it's cheaper elsewhere. Websites like let you compare prices on products across all the major chains to see if you're getting the best deal. Look out for yellow stickers - supermarket staff put yellow, and sometimes orange and red, stickers on to products to show they've been reduced. They usually do this if the product is coming to the end of its best-before date or the packaging is slightly damaged. Buy bigger bars - most of the time, but not always, chocolate is cheaper per 100g the larger the bar. So if you've got the appetite, and you were going to buy a hefty amount of chocolate anyway, you might as well go bigger. 3
Associated Press
6 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Pretzelmaker Cranks Up the Heat with Cheetos® Flamin' Hot® Pretzel Bites
Bite-Sized Snack with a Kick of Flavor Hits Menu of Beloved Pretzel Chain LOS ANGELES, May 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pretzelmaker, the innovator of Pretzel Bites and owned by FAT Brands Inc., today announces a fiery new menu item, Cheetos Flamin' Hot Pretzel Bites. The new offering, available through July 13, follows the success of the ridiculously flavorful Cheetos Pretzel Bites, which made its debut for a limited-time on Pretzelmaker menus last summer. Made with a dusting of Cheetos' Flamin' Hot Dust, the new Cheetos Flamin' Hot Pretzel Bites are fresh-baked and hand-rolled daily and provide an irresistible spicy kick that can be washed down with the chain's refreshing, all-natural Lemonade. 'We heard our fans, and we delivered—with even more heat,' said Katie Thoms, Vice President of Marketing at Pretzelmaker. 'Last year, our guests loved our collaboration with Cheetos, a brand that is equally committed to bringing joy to its fans as we are, so we wanted to keep the flavor party going with a slight twist, by unveiling Cheetos Flamin' Hot Pretzel Bites. ' Since getting its start in 1991 as a single pretzel stand, fans have loved snacking on Pretzelmaker's fresh-baked, hand-rolled Pretzel Bites and sipping on fresh-squeezed, all-natural lemonade. For more information on Pretzelmaker, visit About FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands FAT Brands (NASDAQ: FAT) is a leading global franchising company that strategically acquires, markets, and develops fast casual, quick-service, casual dining, and polished casual dining concepts around the world. The Company currently owns 18 restaurant brands: Round Table Pizza, Fatburger, Marble Slab Creamery, Johnny Rockets, Fazoli's, Twin Peaks, Great American Cookies, Smokey Bones, Hot Dog on a Stick, Buffalo's Cafe & Express, Hurricane Grill & Wings, Pretzelmaker, Elevation Burger, Native Grill & Wings, Yalla Mediterranean and Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses, and franchises and owns over 2,300 units worldwide. For more information on FAT Brands, please visit About Pretzelmaker® Since its first stand opened in 1991, Pretzelmaker has been the home of Bite-Sized Fun and Full-Sized Flavor. Best known as the innovator of Pretzel Bites, fresh goes into Pretzelmaker's entire philosophy - from hand-rolled snacks to all-natural lemonade. Whether swinging by to grab a to-go order or having a sit-down meal, Pretzelmaker is where joy gets made. Pretzelmaker has grown into one of the largest soft pretzel concepts in the U.S., with over 280 locations worldwide, and continues to innovate with breakfast, late-night and standalone drive-thru concepts. For more information, visit About Cheetos Cheetos® has been delivering delicious cheesy snacks and making mischief with orange-covered fingertips for 75 years. Cheetos believes you should never lose your mischievous spark or playful spirit regardless of what life brings. It is one of the many brands that make up Frito-Lay North America, the $23 billion convenient foods division of PepsiCo, Inc. Follow Cheetos on X ( @ChesterCheetah ), Instagram ( @Cheetos ), YouTube ( @Cheetos ), Facebook ( Cheetos ) and TikTok ( @Cheetos ). About Frito-Lay North America Frito-Lay North America is the $25 billion net sales convenient foods division of PepsiCo, Inc. (NASDAQ: PEP ). For decades, Frito-Lay's portfolio of beloved products has brought smiles to millions of families across the world, including Fritos® corn chips, Lay's® and Ruffles® potato chips, Doritos® and Tostitos® tortilla chips and branded dips, Cheetos® snacks, Stacy's® pita chips, PopCorners® air popped snacks and SunChips® multigrain snacks. The company operates more than 40 manufacturing facilities across the U.S. and Canada, along with a vast distribution network that services over 315,000 retail customers weekly through its direct-store-delivery model. Through pep+ (PepsiCo Positive), Frito-Lay is committed to creating positive change for the planet and people. Learn more about Frito-Lay at on X ( @FritoLay ), on Instagram ( @FritoLay ) and on Facebook ( FritoLay ). MEDIA CONTACT: Erin Mandzik, FAT Brands [email protected] 860-212-6509
