The person in charge of the sharing bowl
Wants to work out in advance whether one bag will be enough for the colleagues eating together, or whether several bags would be more practical.
Who is a sharing bag suitable for?
The organiser checking for allergens
Asks about any relevant allergies and reads the information on the packaging of the variety they choose. Flavours can differ: for example, Jumbo’s product information lists milk for Doritos Cool American.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, find out how many colleagues want to share the same flavour. Then consider whether a larger bag or a few smaller bags in different flavours would work better for your lunch.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Quantity | Compare the net weight in grams with the number of people eating. Jumbo, ALDI and Lidl list 300 g bags; Albert Heijn also lists Santa Maria Salted at 475 g. | If several colleagues want to share the same chips, I want to know whether one bag will fill the bowl; quantity is the main consideration for around 42% of consumers. |
| Flavour choice | Ask whether the group wants to share one flavour or would prefer a selection. | When people have different tastes, I’d rather put out several bags than one large bag of the same variety; getting the flavour right is the main concern for around 25% of consumers. |
| Allergens | Ask about any relevant allergies and read the ingredients and allergen information on the specific packaging. | If a colleague has a food allergy, I want to check the variety before sharing it; this check is a priority for around 33% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
-
Assuming every flavour has the same ingredients
A flavour name doesn’t tell you enough about allergens. Jumbo lists milk for Doritos Cool American; don’t assume the same applies to other varieties.
Ask about allergies in advance and check the label on the exact bag you plan to serve.
-
Relying on the description ‘large bag’
A 272 g, 300 g or 475 g bag won’t provide the same amount for a sharing bowl.
Compare the net weights and decide whether the group will share one flavour or would prefer to open several smaller bags.
-
Leaving an opened bag out
For Santa Maria Salted Tortilla Chips, the product information recommends keeping the packaging sealed after opening.
Seal any leftover chips securely after lunch and follow the storage instructions on the packaging.
Brands to consider
Doritos
An option for a group specifically looking for Cool American: Jumbo lists this variety in a 272 g bag.
- A clearly named flavour to agree on with colleagues in advance.
- Jumbo’s product information lists milk as an allergen for Cool American. Check the current packaging.
Jumbo
According to the Jumbo range, its own-brand tortilla chips include plain and nacho cheese varieties in 300 g bags.
- A size to consider if the group is sharing one flavour or putting out a selection of bags.
- Check the ingredients and allergens for each flavour on its packaging.
Sun Snacks (ALDI)
ALDI lists Sun Snacks Tortilla Chips in a 300 g bag.
- The listed bag size is easy to compare with other 300 g packs.
- Check the flavour, ingredients and allergens on the bag you choose.
Snack Day (Lidl)
Lidl lists Snack Day Nacho Cheese Tortilla Chips, 300 g, as a store product.
- A named cheese flavour in a 300 g bag.
- Check the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging in store.
Albert Heijn
The range includes products such as AH Nacho Cheese Chips, 200 g, and Santa Maria Salted Tortilla Chips, 475 g.
- The listed sizes offer different options for a smaller or larger sharing bowl.
- When choosing, check the information and availability for the specific product.
Tortilla chips at Joybuy
These bags suit different ways of sharing at an office lunch: one 475 g salted bag, a smaller plain variety, or a Cool American or Nacho Cheese flavour to agree on with the group.
Image unavailable
Santa Maria Salted Tortilla Chips 475 g
A salted option for colleagues who want to share one larger bag.
Net weight: 475 g. Joybuy lists 12 portions per pack; decide how much you want to serve per person and check the current label if anyone has an allergy.
Image unavailable
Doritos Dippers Original 185 g
A smaller plain variety to consider for a small group or alongside other flavours.
Net weight: 185 g. Check whether it’s enough for the number of people eating, and read the current packaging if anyone has an allergy.
Image unavailable
Doritos Cool American Tortilla Chips 272 g
An option if colleagues choose Cool American in advance instead of a plain or salted variety.
Net weight: 272 g. Jumbo lists milk as an allergen for this variety; check the current label before sharing, too.
Image unavailable
Doritos Nacho Cheese 272 g
A cheese flavour to consider if the group wants to share that variety.
The product title lists 272 g. Check the net weight on the packaging and read the current label if anyone has an allergy.
Frequently asked questions
What bag size is right for a shared office lunch?
It depends on how many people are eating and whether everyone wants the same flavour. Jumbo, ALDI and Lidl list 300 g bags, while Albert Heijn lists Santa Maria Salted at 475 g. For a smaller group with different preferences, several smaller bags may be more practical.
Should I check for allergens if colleagues are sharing the chips?
Yes. Ask about any relevant allergies and check the specific packaging before serving. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains how allergens are listed on labels for pre-packed foods; don’t rely on the brand or flavour name alone.
How should I store an opened bag of tortilla chips?
Seal the packaging securely after opening and follow the storage instructions on the bag you’ve chosen. The product information for Santa Maria Salted Tortilla Chips recommends storing them in a cool, dry place and keeping the packaging sealed.