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Buying international snacks is an easy way to discover new flavours, add something special to a film night or put together a party table. However, eye-catching packaging does not always tell you exactly what you are getting. A large bag may mainly contain air, for example, while a multipack may offer less variety than expected. Ingredients, allergens and portion sizes can also vary from country to country.
Joybuy Product Recommendation Officer helps you filter through the most important information. Pay particular attention to these three common pitfalls:
For a family or party, the total weight matters more than the name of the packaging alone. A box containing twenty small bags is handy for sharing out, while a single 150 or 200g bag is better suited to a shared snacking occasion.
Also consider how the product is packaged:
For example, the Lay's Cheetos Doritos Mega Box Multipack contains, according to the product description, 20 packs including salted, paprika and cheese-flavoured corn snacks. The stated weights range from 22 to 27.5 grams per bag.
Ingredients are listed in descending order by quantity. When choosing crisps and savoury snacks, look out for potatoes or corn, the oils used, salt, flavour enhancers and seasonings. For sweet snacks, sugar, palm oil, milk ingredients, cocoa and wheat are all relevant.
Important examples from the range include:
Online product information can change. The packaging you receive is therefore the definitive source for allergen information, best-before dates and storage advice.
Think about when you want to serve the snacks. Sweet snacks such as chocolate, biscuits and sweets are ideal with coffee, as treats or on a dessert table. Savoury snacks such as crisps, seaweed snacks, seasoned tofu and pork crackling are well suited to drinks, gatherings or film nights.
If you are looking for something new, consider:
For distinctive flavours such as durian, teriyaki or spicy Indian seasonings, a small pack is a sensible choice if you have not tried the flavour before.
Why it suits this profile: The box contains 20 individual portions and several savoury flavours. This makes it easy to compare and share without immediately having to buy several large bags.
The number of bags and the stated weights are clearly specified. However, check the current packaging on arrival and bear milk and soya allergens in mind.
20 portion packs; a variety of paprika, salted and cheese-flavoured crisps.
Why it suits this profile: This Japanese snack combines wafer, chocolate and a sweet-and-salty caramel flavour in nine individual pieces. It is ideal for a small tasting session or a well-presented coffee break.
The portion size is clear. The product information lists wheat, milk and soya; also check the warning about shared production lines with egg, almond and sesame.
9 individually shareable pieces; approximately 11.6 grams per piece according to the product description.
Why it suits this profile: This savoury snack is aimed at those who enjoy a satisfying crunch and smoky barbecue flavour. The 150g bag is well suited to drinks, gatherings or a larger sharing occasion.
The ingredients list states 95% pork rind, and the nutritional values are shown per 100 grams. This makes comparisons easier. The product is not suitable for vegetarians.
150 grams of product; according to the product information, 95% pork rind with BBQ seasoning.
Store crisps, biscuits, chocolate and sweets in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Seal opened packets securely. This is particularly important for crisps and seaweed snacks, as moisture can reduce their crunchy texture.
Pay attention to the temperature when storing chocolate. According to the product information for some KitKat varieties, heat can cause the chocolate to soften and develop a white film after cooling. This is a change in appearance caused by the separation of fats, and is no reason to disregard the storage advice.
Always check the following before consuming:
We have put together a complete, up-to-date list of products that fully meet these strict selection criteria and the applicable European safety regulations.
Choose a combination of individual portions and larger sharing packs. A multipack of crisps, sweets in several small bags or biscuits in a convenient size is easy to share out. Add a distinctive flavour such as seaweed, Indian bhujia or Turkish pistachio chocolate.
Check the ingredients list and allergen information on the packaging. Many Asian snacks contain soya, wheat, milk or sesame. For products containing squid or other seafood, you should also look out for molluscs and possible cross-contamination. Use online information as a guide, but rely on the label for the final check.
When unopened, they remain suitable for consumption until the date on the packaging, provided they are stored somewhere cool and dry. Once opened, they will usually become less crunchy as a result of moisture in the air. Seal the packaging securely straight away and ideally consume them soon after opening.
