Hosting a coffee morning
You want to put out one larger bag for several guests to share. Jumbo, ALDI and PLUS list 500 g packs; Dirk’s search results show a 500 g bag.
Who are you buying taaitaai for?
A small gathering with fewer leftovers
If you’re serving other treats too, a smaller bag may be a better fit for the number of guests. As well as a 500 g bag, PLUS lists a 250 g artisan taaitaai option.
Checking allergens as a host
You need to know which ingredients your guests should avoid. The Jumbo and PLUS taaitaai options reviewed list wheat, rye and milk, as well as warnings about the possible presence of other allergens. So check the packaging of the product you’re actually serving.
What matters when choosing?
If anyone has a known allergy, check the label first. Then choose a pack size that suits your group and the other treats on the table.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Amount for your group | Compare the pack size with the number of guests and what else you’re serving. The approximately 36 portions of 14 g listed on Jumbo’s 500 g bag are label serving sizes, not a prediction of how much your guests will eat. | I want to put out a plate of taaitaai without running short partway through. Having enough for the group is the top priority for around 42% of consumers. |
| Allergens | Ask which ingredients your guests need to avoid, then check both the ingredients and any allergen warnings on the packaging. | If a guest has an allergy, I need to know whether this taaitaai is suitable before serving it. This is the most important consideration for around 33% of consumers. |
| Risk of leftovers | Compare 250 g and 500 g with the expected number of guests, especially if you’re serving other sweet treats too. | For a small gathering, I don’t want to be left with lots of taaitaai as well as the other treats. Around 25% of consumers prioritise reducing leftovers. |
Pitfalls to avoid when buying
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Automatically choosing the 500 g bag
A large bag is easy to share, but you may not need that much if only a few guests are coming or there are other treats on the table.
Estimate how many people will come and compare a 500 g bag with a smaller option, such as the 250 g taaitaai listed by PLUS.
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Relying on online ingredient information alone
Ingredient and allergen information can change. When you’re sharing food over coffee, make sure the information is relevant to your guests’ specific allergies.
Before serving, check the ingredients and allergen warnings on the physical packaging.
Brands and shops to consider
Jumbo
Jumbo lists Sint Taai Taai Figuurtjes in a 500 g bag.
- The product information lists approximately 36 portions of 14 g; use this as a guide, not as a fixed number of guests.
- The option reviewed lists wheat, rye and milk. Check the packaging for other allergen warnings too.
ALDI
ALDI lists 500 g of aniseed-flavoured taai-taai in figure shapes.
- The stated pack size gives you a clear starting point for putting out a plate to share.
- Check the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging before serving.
PLUS
PLUS lists 500 g of mini-taai-taai and a 250 g artisan taai-taai option.
- You can compare the two pack sizes with the size of your group.
- The product information reviewed lists wheat, rye and milk, and warns of the possible presence of other allergens.
Dirk
Dirk’s search results list 1 de Beste Mini taai taai in a 500 g pack.
- The stated pack size is worth considering if you want to share taaitaai.
- Check the ingredients, allergens and storage instructions on the packaging.
Albert Heijn
The AH Authentieke taai taai 200 g page says this product is no longer in the range.
- The Bolletje taai taai 350 g page reviewed also says ‘no longer in the range’. Check the current range if you want to buy taaitaai here.
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Frequently asked questions
How much taaitaai do I need for a coffee morning?
Base your choice on the pack size, the number of guests and the other treats you’re serving. Jumbo lists approximately 36 portions of 14 g in its 500 g bag, but guests don’t have to stick to that label serving size.
Is the product name enough to tell whether guests can eat taaitaai?
No. Check the ingredients and allergen warnings on the packaging of the product you’re serving. The Jumbo and PLUS options reviewed list wheat, rye and milk; ask guests with allergies which ingredients they need to avoid.
How should I store an opened bag of taaitaai?
Seal the bag tightly and store the taaitaai somewhere cool, dry and dark, following the storage advice on the packaging. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends this storage advice for biscuits; when serving, also check for any changes in smell, taste or texture.
Can I serve taaitaai after its best-before date?
A ‘best before’ date relates to the quality of the product. After this date, check that the packaging is intact and assess the taaitaai by looking at it, smelling it and tasting it. Don’t serve it if you’re unsure, and follow the storage advice on the packaging.