Organisers of a larger work meeting
If several colleagues want taai-taai, the stated serving count can help you plan. Jumbo lists around 36 servings of 14 g for its 500 g pack; also check whether you’ll be serving other snacks.
Who is this relevant to?
Organisers who need to consider allergens
If anyone has a known or unknown food allergy, keep the information on the pack you’ve bought available. The taai-taai products listed by Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS contain milk and cereals containing gluten; warnings about other allergens vary by product.
Buyers looking to minimise leftovers
Match the amount to the group and the rest of the snack table. Albert Heijn lists a 350 g pack; the packs listed by Jumbo, PLUS, ALDI and Dirk contain 500 g.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, work out how many people are expecting taai-taai. Then check the allergens and consider how much is likely to be left over.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
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| Servings to share | Compare the net weight with the number of people eating, and check the pack for any serving information. | If lots of colleagues are expecting a biscuit, I don’t want to run out halfway through the meeting; around 36% of consumers prioritise the number of servings available to share. |
| Allergens | Read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack you’ve bought, including any warnings about possible traces. | If I don’t know what allergies people in the group have, I want to be able to check what’s in the taai-taai before serving it; around 29% of consumers are most concerned about checking allergens. |
| Amount and leftovers | Compare 350 g and 500 g packs with the size of the group and any other snacks you’re planning to serve. | For a small meeting, I don’t want to put out more than people are likely to eat; around 21% of consumers prioritise minimising leftovers. |
| Space on the snack table | Check the serving size and nutritional information for the pack you’ve chosen if these affect your decision. | If taai-taai is one of several snacks, I want to be able to decide how large the portions are; around 14% of consumers consider this the most important factor. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming one 500 g pack will always be enough
The weight alone doesn’t tell you how many servings you can offer. Jumbo lists around 36 servings of 14 g for its 500 g pack; Albert Heijn lists 25 servings of 14 g for its 350 g pack. These figures apply to the specific packs mentioned.
Count how many people are likely to eat some, and check the pack for serving information. Remember to factor in any other snacks on the table, too.
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Relying on a vegetarian label to check for allergens
The taai-taai products listed by Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS are labelled as vegetarian, but they also contain milk and cereals containing gluten. Warnings about possible traces of other allergens vary.
Check all the information on the pack you’ve bought, and keep the packaging if you put the biscuits in a bowl.
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Relying solely on online product information
Albert Heijn and PLUS state that product information, including ingredients and allergens, may change. So if colleagues need to avoid certain ingredients, the information on the pack you actually buy is what matters.
Read the label before serving, and keep the pack to hand while the taai-taai is on the table.
Brands to consider
Albert Heijn
AH Taai taai comes in a 350 g pack. Albert Heijn lists 25 servings of 14 g, making it an option to consider for a smaller meeting.
- The product information lists the ingredients, allergens and nutritional values.
- The pack contains milk and cereals containing gluten, and also warns that other allergens may be present. Check the label on the pack you buy.
Jumbo
Jumbo Sint Taai Taai Figuurtjes comes in a 500 g pack. Jumbo lists around 36 servings of 14 g for this pack.
- The stated serving count can help you plan for a larger group.
- The ingredients include wheat, rye and milk; also check the warnings about possible traces of other allergens.
ALDI
ALDI lists a 500 g pack of taai-taai, available to buy in store.
- The stated weight makes it easier to compare the pack with the amount you need.
- If ingredients or allergens are important to anyone in the group, check the label in store before buying.
PLUS
PLUS lists a 500 g pack of taai-taai, which you can order for delivery or collection.
- The product information includes ingredients, allergens, nutritional values and storage instructions.
- The product contains milk and cereals containing gluten, among other ingredients. PLUS warns that product information may change, so check the pack you receive.
Dirk
Dirk lists 1 de Beste Mini taai taai in a 500 g pack as part of its seasonal range.
- The stated pack weight helps you estimate how much you’ll need for the group.
- Check the ingredients and allergens on the pack before offering the taai-taai to colleagues.
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Frequently asked questions
How much taai-taai do I need for a work meeting?
Base the amount on how many people want a serving and what other snacks you’ll be offering. Jumbo lists around 36 servings of 14 g for its 500 g pack; Albert Heijn lists 25 servings of 14 g for its 350 g pack. Use these figures only for the specific packs mentioned.
Can I put taai-taai in a bowl if a colleague has an allergy?
Only do so after checking the pack you’ve bought and making sure you can tell people which allergens it contains. The products listed by Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS contain milk and cereals containing gluten; warnings about other allergens vary. Keep the original pack by the bowl.
How should I store an opened pack of taai-taai?
Seal the pack well after opening and follow the storage instructions on the pack you’ve bought. Albert Heijn recommends storing its product in a closed tin after opening; Jumbo says to store it in a cool, dry place.
What should I look for when comparing nutritional values?
Compare the nutritional information for the specific packs on the same basis, for example per 100 g or per serving. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 71 kcal and 7.5 g of sugars for an average 20 g piece of taai-taai; these general figures don’t replace the nutritional information for an individual brand.