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The Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
M&S quietly axes much-loved sweets from range branded better than Percy Pigs
M&S shoppers have been left heartbroken after it quietly axed a much-loved sweet treat. The posh nosh maker said customers will no longer be able to chomp down on Collin the Caterpillar Hearts and Rainbow jellies. It comes after fanatics were searching high and low for the treat in stores. One fan of the bug-shaped sweets reached out to M&S to ask where the product had vanished to. Writing on X, they said: "Have you guys stopped the Colin the Caterpillar - Hearts and Rainbows sweets!!?! "Please don't tell me 'there's other tasty sweets' cuz they were my fave and a comfort food." But the store replied and confirmed the multicoloured treats were no more. The shopper was left distraught adding, they "always had stock" in their cupboard, and said their friends agreed the sweet was "the best". The news is also likely to come as a blow to customers who in the past described the product as "fantastic" and "so juicy". The Sun reached out to an M&S spokesperson who also confirmed the treat had been axed. They said: 'We are always listening to customer feedback and looking at how we can innovate to bring new quality products to our customers and our Colin and Percy confectionery ranges are no exception. "We have recently launched our Colin the Caterpillar Sour Stomps and Percy Pig Squidgy Snouts which are flying off the shelves." Shoppers race to M&S as one of their best selling items which is a mum-essential viral are scanning for just 63 PENCE It is not the first time M&S has shaken up its offering of treats featuring the critter, which fans have branded better than Percy Pig. Last year, fans were left distraught after it confirmed that it is stopped making Colin The Caterpillar Fizzy Rainbow sweets. Elsewhere, the retailer said goodbye to the Colin and Connie "Together Forever" sweets. At the time, an annoyed customer said: "Potentially an unpopular opinion but I think @marksandspencer Connie the Caterpillar sweets are better than Percy Pigs." The sweets in the Colin and Connie pack were fruit gums with a love heart in the middle. While another fan said: "OK, I'm just gonna say it... Colin the Caterpillar sweets are better than Percy Pig sweets." Chocolate cake jars featuring the creature were also axed last summer. MORE M&S NEWS It comes as M&S is picking up the pieces from a cruel cyber attack which took place over the Easter weekend. The retailer's click and collect option is now back online - making it the last of its major services to be restored. Sparks birthday treats are also now up and running for customers, meaning they can a free treat on their special day. Elsewhere, shoppers signed up to its Sparks parenthood club can pick up a free cake worth £4.25. This can be done if you go into the "My Account" section of your Sparks app and then click on "Subscriptions & clubs". You should see the option to register for Parent Hood. It is free to sign up for this club but you must be an expectant parent or have a child under two years old. Once you register, you should see the offer to claim the free cake of your choice in store. Why are products axed or recipes changed? ANALYSIS by chief consumer reporter James Flanders. Food and drinks makers have been known to tweak their recipes or axe items altogether. They often say that this is down to the changing tastes of customers. There are several reasons why this could be done. For example, government regulation, like the "sugar tax," forces firms to change their recipes. Some manufacturers might choose to tweak ingredients to cut costs. They may opt for a cheaper alternative, especially when costs are rising to keep prices stable. For example, Tango Cherry disappeared from shelves in 2018. It has recently returned after six years away but as a sugar-free version. Fanta removed sweetener from its sugar-free alternative earlier this year. Suntory tweaked the flavour of its flagship Lucozade Original and Orange energy drinks. While the amount of sugar in every bottle remains unchanged, the supplier swapped out the sweetener aspartame for sucralose.
Yahoo
28-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
The $3.99 Aldi Find So Good I Went Right Back And Bought More
Only Aldi could successfully sell a pizza that tastes like lemon drops. Well, it's not technically a pizza, it's a pizza cookie. Even better! While I often write about my love of Mama Cozzi's pizzas, this unexpected flavor caught my attention during a recent shopping trip. Instead of picking up something for dinner, I left the store with a sweet and citrusy Mama Cozzi's Lemon Drop Pizza $3.99 for a 9-ounce cookie Why I Love It: This oversized treat warms up in minutes, but also tastes great straight out of the fridge. Slice into triangles to share at a summer potluck or picnic.I assumed I'd serve this for dessert. Instead, my son immediately ate two-thirds of the cookie, which went straight from the refrigerator into his 15-year-old belly. 'It doesn't need to be warmed up in the oven,' he explained to me. 'It tastes great by itself.' This is true, though Mama Cozzi recommends warming the cookie before you eat. I had to go out and pick up another Lemon Drop Pizza Cookie to review for this story, but the extra trip was worth it. The package says to heat in an oven for three minutes at 425°F. (I did barely three minutes at 375°F because our oven gets really hot, really fast.) While I warmed up the pizza cookie, a gentle, lemony smell filled my kitchen. By the time I took it out, it was perfect. In every bite, the lemon and softened white chocolate chips taste like liquid sunshine. 'What I like about it is that it is lemony, but it's a sweet kind of lemon, not sour,' my son told me. The package says this nine-ounce cookie contains eight servings, but it would be more accurate to say four servings. It can also apparently be eaten as a single serving, unwarmed, by a high schooler. By itself, it's the perfect summer cookie. If you want to fancy things up a bit, add a scoop of vanilla ice cream. For an even more decadent treat, add the ice cream plus a spoonful of lemon curd and a dollop of whipped cream for party-ready ice cream cookie sundaes. Any way you serve it, it's fantastic. Look for Mama Cozzi's Lemon Drop Pizza Cookie in the deli section at your Aldi, situated above Mama Cozzi's flatbreads. To learn more about our approach to product recommendations, see HERE. Read the original article on SIMPLYRECIPES
Free Malaysia Today
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Free Malaysia Today
This Mother's Day, treat your mum to something sweet
This pandan cloud cake and flower basket are part of the Mother's Day package by Nono's Homemade. (Nono's Homemade pic) PETALING JAYA : Mother's Day is just around the corner. While flowers, fancy dinners and gifts are always appreciated, there's one thing you definitely shouldn't skip – a sweet treat! If you're looking to celebrate with something meaningful (and delicious), why not explore these locally owned businesses, many of which are either run by mothers or inspired by beloved family recipes? From dreamy pandan cakes to crispy appam, here are some fun options to consider for a memorable day with that special woman in your life. 1. Nono's Homemade Nono's pandan cloud cake is a light, airy creation inspired by the skies. The story goes that while expecting their baby girl Noelle, Dad, a pilot, taught Mum how to bake. When travel came to a halt due to pandemic lockdowns, the family channelled their energy into perfecting his colourful cake recipe, adding a 'cloud' motif as a cheeky nod to Dad's time in the skies. From humble beginnings in their home kitchen, Nono's Homemade has since grown to nine outlets across the Klang Valley. Their signature is an Ogura cake, known for its moist, delicate texture and made with 100% natural pandan essence. For Mother's Day, Nono's Homemade is offering an adorable package featuring their delicious pandan cloud cake and a floral basket. Check out Nono's Homemade on Instagram. 2. Ibupreneur Ibupreneur is a social enterprise that empowers mothers through entrepreneurship. (Aida Zunaidi pic) What better way to celebrate Mother's Day than by supporting a business built to uplift mums? Ibupreneur is a social enterprise born out of the pandemic, and aimed at empowering single and vulnerable mothers through entrepreneurship. From training to providing a platform for income, Ibupreneur helps mothers, one delicious bake at a time. Their lineup includes decadent raspberry-butter bundts, pandan kek lapis, and bite-sized yam coconut cookies – each handcrafted by mothers. Not only are you getting a scrumptious treat, you're also giving back to the community. Now that's a sweet deal. Explore their offerings here. 3. Madam Yong Delight Cherish traditional treats with this colourful platter of Nyonya kuih. (Madam Yong Delight pic) If Mum's the nostalgic type, a platter of colourful Nyonya kuih just might bring back cherished memories. Madam Yong Delight has been crafting these sweet bites since 1985, starting with the humble curry puff. The eponymous Yong grew up helping her own mother supply homemade snacks to restaurants in Petaling Jaya. Today, her creations are even served in five-star hotels. Treat mum to Madam Yong's 'Surprise Me!' platter, featuring a mix of 50 pieces of kuih beautifully arranged on a bamboo tray. Find out more by clicking here. 4. Love Mom Restaurant Klang's Love Mom Restaurant is best-known for its range of tasty Sri Lankan appam. (Love Mom Restaurant pics) Over in Klang, a heartwarming story lives on through Love Mom Restaurant. Founded by Paramaswari Nadasan, affectionately known as Auntie Paramas, this single mother of three launched her eatery – then called Klang Curry House – more than 30 years ago. Her recipes, all passed down from her Sri Lankan mother, offer home-cooked goodness. But the star here is definitely the appam: choose from classic milk, brown sugar, or egg versions – each a comforting bite crafted with decades of family tradition. 5. Tiny Afters For Mother's Day, Tiny Afters is offering a box of 16 tarts with four unique flavours. (Tiny Afters pic) Felicia Leow's journey from banker to baker was fuelled by fond memories of her mum baking tarts when she was a child. In 2022, Leow channelled that inspiration into Tiny Afters, a dessert brand known for its dainty, freshly made tarts. For Mother's Day, Tiny Afters is offering a box of 16 tarts in four delightful flavours: earl grey vanilla – tea-infused ganache topped with vanilla chantilly; berry fruit tart – fresh strawberries and blueberries over vanilla custard; lemon cheese – zesty lemon curd with creamy cheese filling; and strawberry almond – almond frangipani with house-made strawberry jam. It's the perfect little box of joy to share with Mum – or to let her keep all to herself! Check out Tiny Afters via their website. Bonus: Leong Chee Kee Pepper Biscuit For Penangites, why not surprise Mum with a taste of tradition? Leong Chee Kee is a decades-old family-run bakery in George Town famous for its handmade pepper biscuits. Now run by the second generation, every biscuit is lovingly crafted by the proprietor himself. Leong Chee Kee also offers coconut tarts and other classic Chinese pastries: a perfect old-school gift for mums who appreciate heritage flavours. Leong Chee Kee Pepper Biscuit C8, Lebuh Cintra, 10100 George Town, Penang
