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Daily Mail
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Discontinued 'best ever' crisp flavour returns after 20 years off shelves
Crisp fans are rejoicing after finding out that a beloved classic will be returning to UK shelves - some 20 years after being discontinued. Pickled Onion Discos, owned by KP Snacks, were taken off shop shelves way back in 2005. But now, they will be coming back in a highly-anticipated return, with the tangy flavour destined to return to shops on August 27. In 2022, several X (formerly Twitter) users spoke wistfully of the discontinued flavour. One said: 'Pickled onion disco were the best.' Another agreed, writing: 'Bring back Pickled Onion Disco crisps.' In 2023, another agreed, saying: 'Disco's pickled onion. Was the underrated best crisp. RIP.' The snack had such a cult following, that in October 2017, a petition was launched calling for their return. It read: 'These crisps were by far the best tasting pickled onion crisps on the market! Fellow crisp lovers help bring these back!' The petition was promoted on Reddit, where crisp fans on Reddit in 2023, where snack fans discussed their disappointment that the snack had been discontinued. One wrote: 'Loved these growing up. They replaced it with Prawn Cocktail many years ago and while it is nice... It does not hold a candle to the mouth watering taste orgasm of pickled onion discos. 'I found a petition to bring them back [...] This is an important cause folks. Maybe one day we will have those pickle drenched salty discs melting on our tongues once more.' Another added: 'These were THEE best crisps to ever exist. Point blank. Period.' 'They used to make my tongue bleed but I loved them,' another admitted. In a similar vein, another wrote: 'Used to eat 5 packets at a time, they were 20p a pack back then!' One Redditor said: 'Bring back most pickled onion crisps. So rare nowadays.' 'I dream of these coming back every day. Best thing to do is to email KP. The more people that email showing interest the more likely they are to return,' a further Redditor sagely advised. Now these fans will no doubt be delighted at confirmation that the snack will be back. According to a statement by Amy Heap, marketing manager at Discos, the brand is very excited about the return of the treat. She 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.' However, while the flavour is the same, one thing is changing - the price tag. According to shoppers, the crisps used to cost 20p a bag. When they return at the end of August, they will reportedly have an RRP of £1.35 for a 70g bag.
The Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Shoppers spot ‘banging' new Cadbury's chocolate bar on shelves of bargain UK supermarket
EAGLE-EYED shoppers have spotted a brand-new Cadbury's chocolate bar on the shelves in a bargain UK supermarket. Cadbury teased the launch of the twist on a fan-favourite chocolate bar earlier this month, but has already said the treat won't be on shelves forever. 1 Sharing a video of the Twirl White Dipped, the British chocolatier said: "OK but we've really outdone ourselves with this one." The chocolate makers described the new bar, which is similar to a Twirl bar, but dipped in white chocolate as being "unreal, indulgent, smooth, swirly, creamy, melty, new, and mouthwatering". And now, the new bar has been spotted by hawk-eyed snack fans in Morrisons. Posting in the Newfoodsuk Facebook group, one confectionary lover said: "The new Twirl Bars are now available at Morrisons." Attached to the post was a picture of the limited edition bars on sale for £1 at the supermarket. The price tag indicated that the chocolate bar is part of Morrisons' £4 Meal Deal. Excited shoppers flooded the comments section of the post, to share their love for the sweet treat. One person said: "I've tried these and they are gorgeous." A second person said: "Tried it, was banging." A third person, tagging a friend said: "They're in Morrisons now! 'So excited' say Cadbury Ireland fans as new chocolate bar flavour to hit shelves TODAY "I know where I'm off to tomorrow." The chocolate bars have also been spotted in local convenience stores, with another Newfoodsuk post stating: "Wow, these are outstanding - closest bar you'll ever get to a Cadbury Snowflake! "We spotted these at our local convenience store!" Katya Savelieva, Brand Manager for Twirl at Mondelez International, said of the new bars: 'Cadbury Twirl has always been a fan favourite, so it's no surprise that limited editions like Cadbury Twirl Orange and Cadbury Twirl Mint had everyone talking. 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. "With smooth white chocolate surrounding our iconic milk chocolate swirls, the new Twirl White Dipped is an indulgence you won't want to miss - grab it as soon as you can and experience Twirl like never before.' The bar first hit shelves on June 2, and since it won't be around for ever, sweet-toothed snack fans should consider stocking up whilst they're still on shelves. Twirl bar were first released in Ireland in 1985, as a single finger bar. They hit UK shelves two years later in its classic double finger form. Eventually the Twirl bar solidified itself as a fan favourite among Cadbury customers. It has since earned its place in the coveted Cadbury's Heroes tin, available at Christmas.
The Sun
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Shoppers rush to major supermarket to clear shelves of ‘mystery' flavour Pringles scanning for just 98p – down from £2
BARGAIN-hunting Brits are rushing to a major supermarket to grab a limited-edition 'mystery' flavour of Pringles for just 98p. The curious crisps have been spotted at Sainsbury's stores across the UK, where eagle-eyed shoppers have clocked the Super Mario-themed 'Mystery Flavour' 165g cans being cleared from shelves in a flash. 3 3 A photo of the discounted snack was shared on Facebook, sparking a flurry of comments from snack fans desperate to uncover the flavour. One user wrote: 'I would love to know the flavour please, thanks.' Speculation has run wild online, with people offering their best guesses. "My partner had them, said they tasted like salt and vinegar,' one person commented. Another added: 'Bit spicy – should've read the ingredients on the box. "Nothing to go wild about.' Others reckoned the crisps were meant to mimic classic Italian flavours, with one writing: 'They're supposed to be like a pepperoni pizza flavour but they weren't nice,' while another suggested: 'I think they are spicy meatball flavour.' One fan said: 'They mostly taste pickled onion flavour,' and another chimed in: 'I believe they're random flavours – hence the mystery.' The Mario-themed cans are part of a special Pringles line featuring multiple mystery flavours – and Pringles isn't spilling the beans just yet. Fans have been left to rely on their own taste buds, with theories ranging from ketchup and spaghetti to 'Magic Mushroom' flavour, a cheeky nod to the iconic Nintendo game. The mystery surrounding these crisps has sparked plenty of debate online, with many fans expressing their excitement over the flavour hunt. One Facebook user even joked: 'I can't wait to open one and see if it tastes like the power-ups Mario collects!' It's not the first time Pringles has teased taste buds with a mystery range. Previous surprise flavours have included carbonara, Southern Fried Chicken, and Pickle – each of which garnered mixed reactions from shoppers. This latest release seems to have struck a chord with fans, though, who are eager to get their hands on the elusive taste. For those intrigued by the Mario connection, it's clear that the theme has added an extra layer of excitement to this mystery. With Super Mario's popularity ever-growing, it's no wonder that fans are flocking to the supermarket to get their hands on the latest Pringles craze. In the midst of this snack craze, Pringles continues to dominate the crisp world with their bold experiments and limited-edition offerings. Whether it's a mysterious flavour or a nod to a beloved gaming character, the brand knows how to keep fans guessing. And with Doritos also hinting at a major shake-up – possibly ditching their iconic triangle shape for a square – it seems the crisp aisle is full of surprises this month. How to save money on your supermarket shop THERE are plenty of ways to save on your grocery shop. You can look out for yellow or red stickers on products, which show when they've been reduced. If the food is fresh, you'll have to eat it quickly or freeze it for another time. Making a list should also save you money, as you'll be less likely to make any rash purchases when you get to the supermarket. Going own brand can be one easy way to save hundreds of pounds a year on your food bills too. This means ditching "finest" or "luxury" products and instead going for "own" or value" type of lines. Plenty of supermarkets run wonky veg and fruit schemes where you can get cheap prices if they're misshapen or imperfect. For example, Lidl runs its Waste Not scheme, offering boxes of 5kg of fruit and vegetables for just £1.50. If you're on a low income and a parent, you may be able to get up to £442 a year in Healthy Start vouchers to use at the supermarket too. Plus, many councils offer supermarket vouchers as part of the Household Support Fund. 3
