Which pack is right for whom?

Office buyer planning several snack occasions

If you want to keep taaitaai for meetings, lunchboxes or different departments separate, you can set aside unopened bags for each occasion. The Albert Heijn 3-pack consists of three separate 500 g items.

Organiser of a shared coffee break

For one shared occasion, the amount you need is what matters most. Jumbo lists around 36 portions of 14 g in its 500 g bag; choose the number of bags based on how many people will be there and whether you’ll be serving other snacks.

Office coordinator who needs to consider allergens

A shared plate won’t automatically be suitable for every colleague. The standard Jumbo and PLUS varieties reviewed contain wheat, rye and milk, among other ingredients. Check each pack for warnings about the possible presence of other allergens too.

What should you consider when choosing?

First decide whether you want to keep unopened stock for later or put out taaitaai for one occasion. Then check which packs are suitable for the colleagues who’ll be eating it.

What to consider What to check Who it matters to
Splitting up your stock Check the number of separate bags and the weight of each one. A multipack doesn’t tell you whether the biscuits are individually wrapped. I want to keep unopened taaitaai separate for later meetings or lunchboxes. Around 45% of consumers would say managing stock is their main purchasing concern.
Allergens Read the ‘contains’ and ‘may contain’ warnings on the current packaging. If a variety is labelled gluten-free, check for other allergens too. If colleagues will be sharing, I want to know whether the taaitaai meets their allergen requirements. Around 33% of consumers would put allergen suitability first.
Quantity and storage Choose an amount that suits your plans and follow the storage advice on the packaging once opened. I want to put out enough without having too much opened taaitaai left over. The right quantity would be the deciding factor for around 22% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a multipack contains individually wrapped portions

    The AH 3-pack is supplied as three separate items. You can keep bags back for later, but the multipack doesn’t tell you how the biscuits are packaged inside each one.

    Check the packaging if you want to hand out individual biscuits rather than serve them on a shared plate.

    You may need separate bowls or serving tongs to hand them out individually.

  • Assuming a shared plate is suitable for everyone

    Standard varieties from Jumbo and PLUS contain wheat, rye and milk, among other ingredients. Even taaitaai labelled gluten-free may contain other allergens: Albert Heijn lists milk and lupin in its 125 g Maître Mathis variety.

    Before sharing, read the label on every pack you’re using, including any warnings about the possible presence of other allergens.

  • Relying on the same seasonal variety every time

    Varieties labelled for St Nicholas’ Day may not be a reliable choice for a regular purchasing plan without checking first: whether you can buy the same pack again may depend on when you place your order.

    Check availability when planning your next office occasion, and choose an alternative in good time if needed.

    Finding an alternative may take extra preparation time.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists both a standard 350 g bag of taaitaai and a 3-pack containing three separate 500 g items.

  • The 3-pack lets you set aside unopened items for several office occasions.
  • The multipack doesn’t confirm that the biscuits are individually wrapped. The standard 350 g variety contains milk, wheat and rye, among other ingredients; check the current label.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists a 500 g bag of St Nicholas Taaitaai Shapes, with around 36 portions of 14 g.

  • The stated portion count helps you estimate how much you’ll need for a shared occasion.
  • According to Jumbo, this variety contains gluten, milk, rye and wheat; check the warnings for the possible presence of other allergens too.

PLUS

PLUS lists taaitaai in 500 g bags and an artisan variety in a 250 g pack.

  • The two pack sizes give you a choice between a larger bag for sharing and a smaller amount.
  • The varieties listed contain wheat, rye and milk, among other ingredients. Check the packaging before sharing them.

ALDI

ALDI lists a 500 g pack of taai-taai and directs shoppers to its stores to buy it.

  • The stated weight makes it easier to match the bag size to a shared snack occasion.
  • Check the ingredients and allergens on the specific pack before putting the taaitaai out at the office.

Dirk

Dirk lists 1 de Beste Mini taai taai in its search results, in a 500 g pack.

  • The stated weight helps you work out how much you’ll need for a group.
  • For ingredients, allergens and storage advice, read the packaging of the product you actually buy.

Lidl

When buying from Lidl, use the specific food packaging as your reference for product information.

  • Lidl also advises shoppers to contact its Customer Care team with questions about ingredients and allergens.
  • Check the contents and allergens on the specific pack of taaitaai before sharing it with colleagues.

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Frequently asked questions

Are the biscuits in a taaitaai multipack individually wrapped?

The term ‘multipack’ doesn’t tell you that. The AH 3-pack consists of three separate items; check the packaging if you want to hand out individual portions.

How do I work out how much taaitaai I need for a small team?

Base the amount on the number of people attending, any other snacks and how much you want to keep in reserve. Jumbo lists around 36 portions of 14 g in its 500 g bag; you can use that portion size as a guide.

Can I put standard taaitaai on a plate for all my colleagues without checking first?

No, a shared plate won’t automatically be suitable for everyone. The standard Jumbo and PLUS varieties reviewed contain wheat, rye and milk, among other ingredients. Before sharing, read the current label, including any warnings about the possible presence of other allergens.

How should I store an opened bag of taaitaai at the office?

Follow the storage advice on the specific packaging. Albert Heijn advises storing its standard taaitaai in a sealed tin once opened; PLUS says to store its variety in a cool, dry, dark place.