Which pack works best for your group?

Groups who want to serve them straight away

You can serve mini biscuits and small shapes individually, without having to cut up a large biscuit first. Jumbo, PLUS, Dirk and ALDI offer taaitaai in shaped or mini versions.

Small groups looking to avoid leftovers

Don’t just look at the shape; check the weight and any portion information too. For a small group, or if you’re serving other snacks, a 500 g bag may leave you with leftovers. Follow the storage advice on the pack for anything that’s left.

Groups with allergies or dietary requirements

Check the label on the pack you’ve bought before sharing. The taaitaai products mentioned include ingredients such as wheat, rye and milk; warnings about the possible presence of other allergens vary by product.

What should you look for in taaitaai to share?

First, work out how many people will be eating and whether you’ll be serving other snacks. Then choose a shape that’s easy to share, and check that the pack is suitable for your guests.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Easy to share Look for mini biscuits or small shapes. For its 500 g Sint Taai Taai Figuurtjes, Jumbo lists a portion size of 14 g. If I want to pass something round the table without cutting it, I look for biscuits everyone can help themselves to. For around 50% of consumers, ease of sharing is the most important factor.
Quantity and leftovers Compare the net weight and any portion information with the size of your group. For its 500 g shapes, Jumbo lists around 36 portions. Follow the storage advice on the pack for any leftovers. For a small group, I want to be able to offer enough without having lots left over. Around 30% of consumers prioritise choosing the right quantity.
Ingredients and allergens Check the ingredients, allergens and any ‘may contain’ warning on the current packaging. When comparing nutritional values, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends comparing products per 100 g. If a guest has an allergy or specific dietary requirement, I want to know what’s in this particular taaitaai. Around 20% of consumers put this check first.

Common mistakes

  • A sharing pack is automatically the right amount

    A 500 g bag can be handy for sharing, but may leave you with leftovers if you have a small group. Jumbo lists around 36 portions for its 500 g shapes; that figure won’t necessarily apply to other bags.

    Count your guests and allow for any other snacks. Then compare the weight and portion information, and check how to store an opened pack.

  • Every guest can eat the same taaitaai

    The products mentioned include ingredients such as wheat, rye or milk. Warnings about the possible presence of other allergens can also vary from pack to pack.

    Ask about any relevant allergies in advance, and check the ingredients and allergens on the pack you’re actually buying. If in doubt, choose an alternative with clear information for the guest in question.

  • The front of the pack tells you everything about what’s inside

    A description such as ‘artisan’ or a Nutri-Score doesn’t replace the ingredients list and nutrition table. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises comparing the nutritional values of products on the same basis: per 100 g.

    Read the ingredients and compare things such as sugars, fats and other nutritional values per 100 g. Also consider the portion you plan to serve.

  • Assuming the same pack will be available for a later patio get-together

    PLUS and ALDI list taaitaai as part of their St Nicholas ranges. So a pack you saw earlier isn’t guaranteed to be available for a get-together planned for a later date.

    Check what your shop currently has in stock shortly before the gathering, and be prepared to choose a different biscuit that’s easy to share.

Brands and own-label options to consider

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists an AH Taai taai 3-pack, supplied as three separate 500 g items. This is particularly useful if you’re buying for several occasions.

  • The product page clearly states the pack size and that the items are supplied separately.
  • Check the current packaging for ingredients, nutrition information and allergens; product information can change.

Jumbo

For its 500 g Sint Taai Taai Figuurtjes, Jumbo lists around 36 portions of 14 g. This portion information can help you plan for a group.

  • The weight and portion information are listed for this product.
  • The ingredients listed include wheat, rye and milk protein; check the current allergen warnings too.

PLUS

PLUS lists 500 g packs of Taai taai sint en piet, as well as 250 g artisan taaitaai biscuits in its range.

  • You can compare the two listed pack sizes with the occasion you’re planning for.
  • Check the current packaging for ingredients, nutritional values and allergens.

Dirk

Dirk lists 500 g packs of Mini taai taai. The mini size is an option if you want guests to be able to help themselves without cutting anything up.

  • The listed mini size and weight can help you choose a pack for sharing.
  • Check the information for the product you’re buying for its ingredients, portions and allergens.

ALDI

ALDI lists 500 g packs of taai-taai: aniseed-flavoured biscuits in shaped designs.

  • The shaped biscuits can be served individually.
  • Check your local shop’s current range and the packaging for ingredients and allergens.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I work out how much taaitaai I need?

Base your estimate on the number of guests, any other snacks and the portion information on the pack you’ve chosen. For its 500 g Sint Taai Taai Figuurtjes, Jumbo lists around 36 portions of 14 g; don’t assume the same figure applies to taaitaai in a different shape or pack.

Can I rely on ‘artisan’ on the front of the pack?

No. That description alone doesn’t tell you which ingredients or nutritional values the taaitaai contains. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises reading the ingredients list and nutrition table, and comparing products’ nutritional values per 100 g.

Which allergens should I check in taaitaai?

At the very least, check the ingredients and allergens on the pack you’re buying: the Jumbo and PLUS products mentioned include ingredients such as wheat, rye and milk. Also check for any ‘may contain’ warnings. These vary by product and may be relevant to a guest with an allergy.

Can I count on finding the same taaitaai all year round?

If you’re planning a patio get-together, don’t assume the same pack will be available without checking. PLUS and ALDI list taaitaai as part of their St Nicholas ranges, so check what your shop currently has in stock shortly before the get-together.