Snacks Across the Pond

For my first participation in Snacks Across the Pond, I sent¬†out two rather modest little packages – two Milo bars, one¬†to the UK and one to the US. I do not wish to pre-empt the reviews for this product, but let’s just say it’s very Australian (ie crap). So then, imagine my chagrin when a parcel arrived from the UK, almost literally BURSTING with goodies, to wit:

• Hula Hoops (Original, Salt & Vinegar, and BBQ Beef)
• Crunchie bars
• Kit Kats

Such generosity made me feel very ashamed indeed. Anyway, I’ve started to munch my way through this bounty and although there’s a bit left, I feel I’ve reached a point where I can offer a satisfactory review. So here goes.

1. Hula Hoops (United Biscuits UK)

Hula Hoops are basically¬†small cylindrical chip-like thingies about 1 cm in diameter and depth; quite hard, but jolly tasty. The physical sensation of eating them is a little unusual, like eating little washers or something you might find in a hardware store. But very nice! I just polished off a packet while I was writing this. According to the packet they also have 55% less saturated fat. I’m not sure how much fat they used to have, but the statement makes you feel good about eating them, and that shouldn’t be underestimated. 8/10

2. Crunchie (Cadbury)

Crunchies are crunchy. That’s all you really need to know.¬† But, if you insist on knowing more, they are a honeycomb-wrapped-in-chocolate kind of caper, and¬†very nice they are too. Similar to the tooth-shattering Violet Crumble, though mercifully several levels down the Mohs hardness scale. 7/10

3. Kit Kat (Nestle)

They have Kit Kats in Australia too, but I was nevertheless very¬†happy to see them lurking in the box. By gee Kit Kats are good. Little wafer biscuity things coated in chocolate, slender, and usually four fingers to a packet. Best enjoyed straight from the fridge on a hot day, and rest assured it’s very hot in Perth, Western Australia (where I live (obviously)) right now. Yum! 9/10

John