Who are the different sizes for?

The quantity you need mainly depends on how many people will be sharing it; lunchboxes and allergens require a few other checks.

Sharing at a celebration

If you’re serving taaitaai for everyone to share, you can look at the 500 g bags available from shops including Jumbo, PLUS, ALDI and Dirk. Work out how many people will be eating it, and check how to store an opened bag.

A small snack or a lunchbox

If you’d rather not have much left over, the 250 g PLUS bag and AH Taai taai 2-pack are options to consider. If you need individually wrapped portions, don’t assume that’s what you get from the name ‘2-pack’.

Questions about gluten or milk

Check the latest ingredients and allergen information on the packaging of the variant you’ve chosen. Albert Heijn also lists a Consenza product with ‘gluten-free’ in its name; check the packaging for this claim before choosing it.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, choose a quantity that suits the occasion. Then check that the packaging and allergen information meet your needs.

What to consider What to check when buying Who is this important for?
Quantity for sharing Compare the net weight with the number of people eating, and check the storage instructions for an opened bag. If several people are eating, I want to serve enough without having lots left over. Sharing is the top priority for around 45% of consumers.
Smaller size and lunchbox For a 2-pack, check how many items it contains and whether they’re individually wrapped; also check the quantity in a smaller bag. For a single occasion, I want a quantity I’m likely to finish, or a portion I can take with me. Around 33% of consumers prioritise a smaller size like this.
Gluten, milk and other allergens Check the ingredients, allergens and any warnings on the latest packaging for the variant you’ve chosen. If I need to avoid an ingredient, finding a suitable product matters more than the quantity. This is the top priority for around 22% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a 2-pack contains two individually wrapped portions

    The name AH Taai taai 2-pack doesn’t tell you whether the items are wrapped separately. This matters if you want to put one in a lunchbox.

    Before choosing a 2-pack for this purpose, check the number of items, the inner packaging and the storage instructions.

  • Judging allergen suitability by the product type

    Similar taaitaai products can have different ingredients. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that allergens must be listed on the label.

    Check the allergen information on the latest packaging of the exact variant you’re buying.

  • Choosing taaitaai as a regular school lunch

    The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends focusing on fruit and vegetables for school meals. A bag that’s easy to share doesn’t automatically make taaitaai a suitable everyday lunch choice.

    Save taaitaai for a one-off treat, and check the school or childcare setting’s rules about bringing it in.

Brands and shops to consider

The sizes listed can help you compare packaging; check the latest product information for the variant you want to buy.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists AH Taai taai 2-pack and a Consenza taaitaai product with ‘gluten-free’ in its product name.

  • The 2-pack is an option to consider for a small occasion.
  • If you need separate portions, check the inner packaging; if you have dietary questions, read the latest label.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists its own 500 g taaitaai variants, as well as Bolletje Taai Taai Poppetjes at 350 g.

  • These weights give you a choice between a 350 g bag and 500 g bags.
  • Check the ingredients and allergens for each variant; the different product names don’t mean they’re interchangeable.

PLUS

PLUS lists a 500 g bag of taaitaai and 250 g traditional taaitaai biscuits.

  • The two sizes can help you work out how much you need for sharing or a smaller group.
  • Check the storage instructions and allergen information for the variant you’ve chosen.

ALDI

ALDI Netherlands describes 500 g of anise-flavoured taaitaai in figure shapes.

  • The stated weight makes this a size worth considering for sharing.
  • Check availability at the shop where you plan to buy it.

Dirk

Dirk’s search results list 1 de Beste Mini taai taai 500 g.

  • The stated weight makes this product relevant if you’re looking for a 500 g bag.
  • Check the product packaging for ingredients, allergens and storage instructions.

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Frequently asked questions

Is taaitaai a suitable regular choice for a school lunch?

Don’t make taaitaai the regular centrepiece of a school lunch. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends focusing on fruit and vegetables for school meals. If you want to send taaitaai in as a treat, also check the school or childcare setting’s rules.

How do I choose between a 250 g bag and a 500 g bag?

Think about how many people will be eating it and how much you’re likely to finish. PLUS lists both sizes; for the bag you choose, also check how to store it once opened.

How do I check taaitaai if I have questions about gluten or milk?

Check the ingredients and allergens on the latest packaging for the variant you’ve chosen. ‘Gluten-free’ in an online product name isn’t a substitute for checking the label; the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains how allergens must be listed on labels.

When was Flag Day 2026?

Flag Day 2026 in Scheveningen took place on Saturday 20 June, according to Flag Day Scheveningen. If you’re buying taaitaai for a future occasion, you can compare pack sizes and check availability at the time.