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What the FUCK have they done to scampi fries?

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IncompleteSenten · 18/11/2021 15:55

As if it isn't bad enough that they discontinued cheese moments, the scampi fri has apparently been replaced by this monstrosity that tastes like it's been deep fried for an hour then blasted with a gallon of vinegar.
I haven't had scampi fries in decades and now this is what is put before me?

I haven't been this disappointed since the cabana bar was discontinued.

What the FUCK have they done to scampi fries?
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DinoDinner · 20/11/2021 08:31

Just a bag of disappointment.

Hahaha sounds like my life!

Guineapiggiesmalls · 20/11/2021 08:42

Can I suggest Openshaw’s Scampi Bites? I think they’re on par with Scampi Fries, and in a much bigger bag… they’re very nice.

I can usually find them in my Asda on random hangers mid-shelf, the same type of place you find pork scratching and jerky (and me apparently) hanging about.

Justcashnosweets · 20/11/2021 18:13

I still think about Cabanas...

Goldentimes · 20/11/2021 18:37

Right so I just bought a packet of scampi fries .....they were delicious and I devoured them!!

Were they always scampi and lemon flavour though or is that new?

cassie2and2 · 20/11/2021 18:40

Hmmm Cabanas just reminiscing about those recently, lovely soft condenced milk textured coconut bar with cherries and fruit covered in choclate, I'll sign the petition (lots of times) to bring them back

Frigginintheriggin · 20/11/2021 21:32

I still think fondly of Rancheros. I found some in Southern Ireland 20+ years ago, I think I bought the whole stock!
And Spangles... I loved them too. Its shit being a grown up and stuff changing and getting smaller (apart from my waistline apparently 🙄)

MrFlippersPancake · 21/11/2021 16:23

They've discontinued Cheesy Moments???? AngryBastards, utter bastards Angry

Crazyman6 · 03/12/2021 23:41

I’ve just found this after searching online after opening a bag and thinking exactly the same - they’ve made each crisp smaller and completely agree. I thought something was wrong so opened another pack. Same.
They are disgusting now and leave a horrible vinegar and very salty aftertaste. And don’t even resemble scampi anymore.
I had some a couple of months ago and they were fine.

IncompleteSenten · 09/12/2021 20:30

Yup. Yet another gorgeous snack ruined. Bastards.

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IncompleteSenten · 09/12/2021 20:50

It's about a fortnight ago and I'm still mad 😂

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