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Metro
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
New Nestlé chocolate bar is reminding fans of 'amazing' discontinued 00s classic
When us Brits find a chocolate bar we like, we get pretty passionate about it. And when that particular snack disappears, we'll go to great lengths to get it back. There are countless petitions begging Cadbury and Nestlé to relaunch the likes of Dream or Galaxy Truffle, and when a discontinued classic is spotted in B&M, chocolate lovers go on the hunt. But now, it's good news for lovers of the gone-but-not-forgotten Cadbury Marble, which vanished from our shelves back in 2012. Before you get too excited, the bar isn't back — but there is a potential alternative on offer. Nestlé is launching the KitKat Chunky Funky, a limited-edition option that features a crispy cocoa wafer wrapped in a rather jazzy milk and white chocolate swirled coating. It's got fans comparing the chocolate coating to the beloved Marble, which also featured a mix of white and milk chocolate, and has been hailed as an 'amazing' bar, which 'needs to make a comeback'. 'Kinda looks like a marble blend,' wrote popular food reviewer, @johns_snackreviews on Instagram. 'Very white and milk chocolate combo.' Commenter Kimberley Gillis agreed, saying: 'I love marble chocolate.' Others are simply excited by the prospect of a new bar. 'That looks sensational,' wrote Ross Strong on Facebook, while Pat Arnold said it looks 'absoloutely gorgeous.' Although you can't please everyone. One reviewer simply wrote: 'Marble would have been better.' Each to their own. Nestlé are actually launching three brand new bars in total. There's also the KitKat Chunky Duo Salted Caramel which the confectionary brand says 'takes indulgent treats to the next level'. The new duo bar features the classic crispy wafer topped with a rich layer of salted caramel filling, wrapped up in chocolate coating. The third bar is a new Blue Riband treat: Blue Riband Vanilla. It has a vanilla filling with light wafer coating, and coming in at 83 calories a bar, it's a lighter option for those who want a quick snack. KitKat's brand manager Rida Ahmed hopes shoppers are excited by the new offerings: 'KitKat Chunky has a fresh look while keeping the delicious crispy wafer and KitKat chocolate that our fans adore. It's such a fun product and we can't wait to see how shoppers react,' she said. All three bars will start to roll out in shops across the UK this week — though pricing is yet to be confirmed. Metro has contacted Nestlé for comment. In the meantime, chocolate lovers can look out for a new treat from McVitie's. The confectionery giant is launching a brand new chocolate bar inspired by Club Orange. More Trending If you grew up in the 80s or 90s, the chocolate bar was no doubt a staple of your lunchbox. And now the iconic McVitie's biscuit is getting a spin-off. Club Layers Orange – a thick-milk chocolate-coated wafer bar with a zingy orange-flavoured cream filling – is a fresh new take on the biscuit we all grew up with. McVitie's says the new product is designed for on-the-go snacking, or as the perfect afternoon sweet treat, and promises to deliver 'a quick, tasty pick-me-up'. View More » You'll find it exclusively in Spar stores from June 30, for just 79p. Do you have a story to share? Get in touch by emailing MetroLifestyleTeam@ MORE: I helped create M&S picky bits — here's my hack for the ultimate dinner MORE: McDonald's just made major change to the Filet-O-Fish for first time in 50 years MORE: I tried the new M&S strawberry sandwich fans 'can't stop thinking about' Your free newsletter guide to the best London has on offer, from drinks deals to restaurant reviews.
Metro
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Chocolate fans overjoyed as 'best' Maltesers return 11 years after being axed
Maltesers fans, the moment you've been waiting for has finally arrived! The chocolate brand, owned by Mars Wrigley, has just confirmed that the white chocolate version of the iconic treat is making a comeback after 11 years. First launched in 2003, White Chocolate Maltesers were a fan-favourite before being discontinued in 2014 and people have spent more than a decade begging for them to return. And now the prayers of chocolate lovers across the nation are being answered, as the sweet treat will hit supermarket shelves once more next month. For those who haven't had a chance to try them before, the sweets feature the classic crunchy centre that we all know and love, coated in a thin layer of white chocolate. When they make their triumphant return, White Chocolate Maltesers will be available in treat bags, single bag and sharing bag formats from June 16. You'll be able to find them in major supermarkets along with independent retailers too, so you won't have to go far to get your fix. Prices for the products haven't yet been revealed, but retailers are usually able to set their own. A spokesperson from Mars Wrigley said: 'We're delighted to bring Maltesers White Chocolate back for the passionate fans who have been anticipating their return for years! Maltesers is all about encouraging people to look on the light side of life and so definitely try them if you've not done so before.' On social media, rumours of the product's return have been swirling since early May, with many sharing their joy over the news after it was teased by @johns_snackreviews. More Trending An Instagram user named @holliexrobyn shared that the chocolates held sentimental value for her, saying: 'My uncle used to buy me these as he could only get them from shops near him. He passed in 2017 unexpectedly, these always make me think of him, so happy they're back.' @greedysisterz_review_snacks branded them the 'best Maltesers' as @purplehairedholly said: 'They were top tier'. View More » Similarly, @ wrote: 'The best news this year!!!!' And @claire_peachy1985 added: 'Omg yessssss finally […] These were amazing why did they ever stop them?' Do you have a story to share? Get in touch by emailing MetroLifestyleTeam@ MORE: I ate at the little-known Home Bargains Café — an 'immense' 99p treat blew me away MORE: 9 best BBQs and pizza ovens from Dunelm ideal for this bank holiday weekend MORE: 'Glorious' dessert chain is set to open 10 new restaurants across UK
Yahoo
13-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Dazed and Confused and School of Rock star Nicky Katt dead at 54
'Dazed and Confused' star Nicky Katt has died at the age of 54. The Hollywood star best known for his roles as Clint Bruno in the 1993 coming-of-age film 'Dazed and Confused', as well as Harry Senate in 2000s Fox drama 'Boston Public', and Razor in 2003's 'School of Rock', passed away on April 8, 2025, in Burbank, California, his lawyer confirmed. No cause of death was given. Beau Flynn, the founder of Flynn Picture Company, who worked with Katt on his 1996 flick 'Johns', reacted to the shock news: "Heartbroken to learn about the way too early passing of the seriously talented actor Nicky Katt - God bless you my friend. What a privilege to know you and work with you on my first movie in 1995 - 'johns'. Rest in peace brother." The former child star landed his first role in a 1980 episode of 'Fantasy Island', followed by the film 'Underground Aces', and episodes of 'CHiPs' and 'V'. However, it was his standout role in Richard Linklater's 1993 cult classic 'Dazed and Confused' that put him on the path to stardom. Away from film and TV, he voiced Atton Rand in the video game 'Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II – The Sith Lords'. Katt also starred in Woody Allen's play 'A Second Hand Memory' at the Off-Broadway Atlantic Theater Company in 2004. During his dazzling career, Katt shared the screen with huge Hollywood stars, including George Clooney, Whoopi Goldberg, Meryl Streep, and many more. The 'Gremlins' actor was married to Annie Morse from 1999 until their divorce in 2001. Katt previously admitted being such a versatile actor was a 'double-edged' sword. He told IGN: 'So I've been really lucky… 'But it's kind of worked against me because people will see me in stuff and I've had people say, 'Gee, it's too bad you got cut out of that movie,' and I'm like, 'No no no, I was that frat guy.'' After his role as tough man Clint in 'Dazed and Confused', however, he was mostly inundated with offers to play bad guys. He added: 'So it's a double-edged thing, you know – at a certain point you can almost be too versatile, and that sounds lame, but I've always looked up to people like Gary Oldman and Lee Marvin and Warren Oates, these guys who don't really fit into one thing. 'I mean, everyone also says that the bad guys are the most fun, but I've definitely gone through streaks where that's all that people wanted me to play, the bad guy, especially after Dazed And Confused.'
