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The Citizen
06-07-2025
- The Citizen
World snacks worth travelling for
Forget the multiple-course meals—sometimes, the real magic of travel is in a pocket-sized snack. From Japan's iconic mochi to West Africa's addictive chin chin, here are ten snacks that are worth crossing borders for. Pastel de Nata – Portugal Golden and caramelised on top, custardy in the middle, and nestled in a flaky puff pastry shell—pastéis de nata are Portugal's most beloved edible export. Created by monks in Lisbon's Jerónimos Monastery in the 18th century, these tarts were once made to use up leftover egg yolks. Today, the best place to try them is Pastéis de Belém, where the recipe remains a closely guarded secret. Dust yours with cinnamon and pair it with an espresso for the full experience. Chin Chin – West Africa Sweet, crunchy, and endlessly snackable, chin chin is a staple in Nigerian and Ghanaian celebrations. Made from a simple dough of flour, sugar, butter, and nutmeg, these little fried cubes are a favourite at weddings, birthdays, and roadside stalls alike. In Lagos or Accra, you'll often find them sold in plastic bags—perfect for munching on while navigating the city's lively markets. They also keep well, making them ideal souvenirs. Sambusa – East Africa & Middle East Resembling its Indian cousin, the samosa, the sambusa is a triangular pastry filled with spiced lentils, minced meat, or vegetables. It's especially popular during Ramadan, when families break their fast with a hot sambusa straight from the frying pan. Found across Somalia, Ethiopia, Eritrea, and Sudan (as well as Yemen and the Levant), sambusas are a culinary symbol of cultural cross-pollination via centuries-old spice routes. Mochi – Japan A bite of mochi is a textural sensation—soft, stretchy, and gently sweet. Made from pounded glutinous rice, mochi is both a traditional offering and a modern treat. You'll find it in convenience stores and boutique sweet shops across Japan, often filled with red bean paste or fresh fruit. Try ichigo daifuku (mochi stuffed with a whole strawberry) during spring or savour warm yaki mochi grilled over coals during winter. Arepas – Venezuela & Colombia These round cornmeal cakes are crisp on the outside, tender on the inside, and endlessly versatile. Arepas are eaten for breakfast, lunch, or as a snack, stuffed with everything from cheese to shredded beef and avocado. In Bogotá or Caracas, street vendors sling arepas from carts with steaming griddles, their comforting aroma filling the air. ALSO READ: Sip, Shake, Travel: The origins of 10 famous cocktails Pão de Queijo – Brazil Crusty outside, pillowy inside, and bursting with cheese, pão de queijo is Brazil's ultimate comfort snack. Made with cassava flour, these gluten-free bites are a product of colonial ingenuity and indigenous ingredients. You'll find them at bakeries and airports alike, best enjoyed warm with a cup of coffee. They're especially popular in the state of Minas Gerais, where the cheese used is a local pride. Börek – Turkey & the Balkans Crispy layers of filo pastry, cradling a savoury filling of cheese, spinach, or minced meat—börek is a Balkan classic that traces its roots to the Ottoman Empire. Every region has its version, from spirals to cigar rolls. In Sarajevo or Istanbul, it's a beloved breakfast, often paired with yoghurt or ayran. Whether it's served in a sit-down bakery or wrapped in brown paper from a corner shop, börek delivers comfort in every bite. Khanom Buang – Thailand A street food favourite in Bangkok's night markets, khanom buang looks like a tiny taco but tastes like a sweet-and-savoury treat. These crispy rice flour crepes are filled with coconut cream and toppings like golden egg yolk threads (foi thong) or shredded coconut. Dating back to the Ayutthaya period, these colourful confections offer a glimpse into Thailand's long-standing culinary artistry. Koeksisters – South Africa Twisted, golden, and soaked in syrup until sticky-sweet, koeksisters are a South African classic with roots in both Afrikaans and Cape Malay traditions. The Afrikaans version is braided and dunked in syrup, while the Cape Malay variety (koesister) is spiced and rolled in coconut. Either way, they're best eaten cold and with sticky fingers. Find them in bakeries and roadside farm stalls across the Western Cape. Khachapuri – Georgia Georgian cuisine's crown jewel, khachapuri, is a boat-shaped bread filled with gooey cheese and topped with a runny egg. Tear off the crust and dip it into the molten centre for maximum joy. Each region in Georgia has its own spin—Adjaruli is the most famous, but don't skip Imeruli, a round, enclosed version. This is comfort food with architectural flair and deep cultural roots. ALSO READ: Global food markets you have to visit — and their African equivalents The post World snacks worth travelling for appeared first on Getaway Magazine.
Scottish Sun
24-04-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Lidl announces major price slash with bakery products selling for even CHEAPER after scooping gong
Scroll down to find out how much they now cost ROLL-ING BACK PRICES Lidl announces major price slash with bakery products selling for even CHEAPER after scooping gong Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) BAKED goods at Lidl have been reduced in price, with some selling for as low as 29p. These price reductions have come in celebration of Lidl being crowned the UK's number one in-store bakery. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Lidl is a popular discount supermarket chain which is headquartered in Germany Credit: Getty 4 The All Butter Croissant from Lidl is weighing in at a delicious 59p from previously being 65p Credit: Lidl 4 The popular chocolate twists have been slashed to 69p from 75p Credit: Lidl 4 Lidl's Pastel de Nata now costs 69p instead of 75p Credit: Lidl They include range of the store's much-loved favourites, including their All Butter Pain Au Chocolat, Pastel de Nata and Chocolate Twist, which have been slashed to 69p from 75p. Savings are across 11 of the bakery treats, as well as breads like the Petit Pain and White Crusty Roll now available at 29p each instead of 32p. Nutty goods like the Pain Aux Raisin, Almond Croissant and Maple and Pecan Plait are also on sale for 69p. The Apple Turnover will be available from tomorrow April 25, also for 69p. Lidl's ranking as Britain's number one bakery store is according to an online survey carried out in February this year, where around 2,000 adults around the UK responded. The accolade has come with increasing its popularity, even on TikTok as content creators have made Lidl bakery tasting videos for viewers. Canadian influencer Matt Giffen captioned one TikTok video of him trying the pastries, writing: "Lidl bakery might've just changed my life forever." "Lidl bakery" has also gained popularity on the internet, where Google searches for the term jumped 31% between February and March this year. The supermarket chain is part of German multinational retailer The Shwarz Group, one of Europe and the world's largest food retailers. Parents race to Lidl for middle aisle bargains including 2 in 1 sandpit for £29 Lidl currenty operates around 12,350 stores around the world, with goods distributions in 31 countries. In 2023, the store achieves sales of 125.5 billion euros.
The Sun
24-04-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Lidl announces major price slash with bakery products selling for even CHEAPER after scooping gong
BAKED goods at Lidl have been reduced in price, with some selling for as low as 29p. These price reductions have come in celebration of Lidl being crowned the UK's number one in-store bakery. 4 They include range of the store's much-loved favourites, including their All Butter Pain Au Chocolat, Pastel de Nata and Chocolate Twist, which have been slashed to 69p from 75p. Savings are across 11 of the bakery treats, as well as breads like the Petit Pain and White Crusty Roll now available at 29p each instead of 32p. Nutty goods like the Pain Aux Raisin, Almond Croissant and Maple and Pecan Plait are also on sale for 69p. The Apple Turnover will be available from tomorrow April 25, also for 69p. Lidl's ranking as Britain's number one bakery store is according to an online survey carried out in February this year, where around 2,000 adults around the UK responded. The accolade has come with increasing its popularity, even on TikTok as content creators have made Lidl bakery tasting videos for viewers. Canadian influencer Matt Giffen captioned one TikTok video of him trying the pastries, writing: "Lidl bakery might've just changed my life forever." "Lidl bakery" has also gained popularity on the internet, where Google searches for the term jumped 31% between February and March this year. The supermarket chain is part of German multinational retailer The Shwarz Group, one of Europe and the world's largest food retailers. Lidl currenty operates around 12,350 stores around the world, with goods distributions in 31 countries. In 2023, the store achieves sales of 125.5 billion euros. Petit Pain - £0.29 White Crusty Roll - £0.29 All Butter Croissant - £0.59 All Butter Pain Au Chocolat - £0.69 Pain Aux Raisin - £0.69 Chocolate Hazelnut Croissant - £0.69 Chocolate Twist - £0.69 Almond Croissant - £0.69 Maple and Pecan Plain - - £0.69 Pastel de Nata - £0.69 Apple Turnover (available from April 25) - £0.69
