6 Minute English What’s your favourite flavour of crisp?
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Dec 4, 2025 Neil and Beth dive into the delicious world of crisps, exploring their favorite flavors while touching on health concerns about oil and salt. Mitchell Dingwall reveals why the crunch is so addictive, creating a 'snowball effect' that makes them hard to resist. Cultural insights highlight the significance of crisps in the UK and Singapore, alongside the versatility of tortilla chips in Mexico. Plus, discover the surprising world record for the largest bag of crisps, weighing around 1.5 tonnes!
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Crunch Drives Snack Addiction
- The loud crunch and salty taste create a reinforcing loop that makes crisps hard to stop eating.
- Mitchell calls this a snowball effect where one crisp leads to eating the whole packet.
Crisp Sandwiches In The UK
- Jolene describes how crisps are part of British daily life and even used in sandwiches.
- She says her husband's from the UK and puts crisps inside a cheese sandwich.
Snacks Reflect Local Food Culture
- Snack popularity varies by country and reflects local cuisine and eating habits.
- In Mexico, tortilla chips dominate and are commonly paired with sauces and street-vendor toppings.