What Do We Snack On When We Watch TV?
19 May 2015

19 May 2015

What Do We Snack On When We Watch TV?

19 May 2015

Face it – we are busy people. We are working longer days and doing more work, which leaves us stressed out and tired.

All we want to do is relax and enjoy the evening watching our favorite TV shows. And, what better way to watch TV then to have some yummy snacks next to us?

Whether you fancy strange remotes or enjoy some funny TV remote videos, we want to make your TV viewing even more fun and entertaining.

That’s why we decided to see what our customers and readers like to snack on when watching TV. What do people in Australia like to eat? Or, how about in Tekoia’s home base, Israel?

Let’s take a quick trip around the world and get a taste of what people like to eat during their TV viewing time.

Australian Peanut Butter Anyone?

Australia

Australians sure have a thing for potato chips. According to Roy Morgan Research, 41% of Aussies snack on crisps throughout the week.

Take a look at these other snacks typical Australians like to eat:

1. Milo

Milo is a malty chocolaty drink that is chock full of nutrients. It contains 8 essential nutrients for growing children and helps promote stronger bones.

2. Vegemite

vegemite

Vegemite is a staple in Australia. Dubbed the Australian peanut butter, Aussies like to spread this vegetable and spiced topping on bread and toast.

A Little Nutty in Israel

Israel

Did you know Israel has a thing for nuts? According to the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, 69% of children in Israel eat nuts and seeds.

Let’s look at two favorite nutty snacks people devour in Israel.

1. Garinim

Garinim

Garinim is the go-to snack for Israelites which is seasoned and salted baked sunflower seeds, however Israelis also like to snack on roasted nuts like almonds, pistachios, peanuts, and cashews.

2. Bamba

Bamba is Israel’s top-selling snack with 90% of families in Israel purchasing it on a regular basis.

It’s a puffed corn snack coated with peanuts.

Canada, Eh?

When Canada was home of the 2010 Winter Olympics, all eyes were on the people and the cuisine.

Take a look at some yummy foods you can try if you end up visiting Canada.

1. Poutine

poutine

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Touted as the national dish of Canada, poutine has a little of something for everyone.

It all starts with a plate of fries, then you place cheese curds on top and finally, drench the whole dish in gravy. Hungry anyone?

2. Ketchup Chips

ketchup chips

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It’s the perfect marriage – potatoes and ketchup.

Be warned, these chips are addicting.

Spain – It’s a Party in Your Mouth

Spain

People in Spain enjoy delicious and fresh foods when snacking. Here are two popular snack foods.

1. Tapas

tapas

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Tapas are the perfect party food and snack food rolled into one. It’s a plate with an assortment of meats, olives, cheese and sometimes fried squid.

2. Patatas Bravas
patatas bravas

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This is a fancy version of the standard French fry – fluffy potato pieces deep fried and served with a spicy ketchup sauce.

Trendy Japanese Snacks

Japan

For snacks to make it in Japan, they have to be trendy. Here is a sample of some popular Japanese snack foods.

1. Wasabeef Hot Wasabi Chips

wasabeef

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If you don’t know what wasabi is, it’s plant that tastes of strong horseradish. If you’re game, try some of these hot wasabi flavored potato chips.

2. Every Burger

everyburger

These delightful treats are little chocolate cookies that look like burgers.

3. KitKat – Japanese Style

kitkat

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KitKat is popular in Japan and over the years the company has come up with some unique flavors such as banana, cherry blossom, green tea and red bean.

Are You Hungry Yet?

Who says you can only eat chips, popcorn or cookies while you watch TV?

Leave it to Australia to throw in a nutritious spread for your toast or, Japan to come up with some fun and neat ways to have a snack.

Wherever you are, enjoy your snack and let us know in the comments what you’re snacking on tonight.

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  1. Orchid August 1st, 2016 2:30AM

    Fried Chinese noodles

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