snack like a local
Snacks from around the globe to keep your drinks company
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1. GREAT BRITAIN
Pork scratchings
Most countries around the world have a snack version of pork rinds. In Blighty they’re called pork scratchings and when done right, they’re heaven. Artisan Salted Pork Scratchings Gift Jar, theoinkcompany.co.uk
2. INDIA
Bombay mix
Known as chevda in India, chanachur in Bangladesh, Punjabi mix in the US and Bombay mix in the UK, the mildly spicy mix of gram flour noodles, peas, lentils and peanuts makes for a mighty fine combo. Bombay Mix, howdahsnacks.co.uk
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5 5. ITALY
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Taralli
3. SPAIN
4. JAPAN
Rich and buttery on the inside, oak-smoked and dusted on the outside, these are the perfect accompaniment to a cold beer or crisp, dry sherry – or any drink for that matter. Brindisa Smoked Catalan Almonds, souschef.co.uk
Rice crackers or senbei come in a variety of shapes and sizes, all crunchy, mildly spicy, doused with traditional seasonings and all of them absolutely moreish. Geisha Mix Rice Crackers, snackfresh.co.uk
Smoked almonds
Rice crackers
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24 THE COCK TAIL LOVERS / ISSUE 45
Available in salt, pepper and fennel varieties and mainly found in the southern region of Italy, these bagel-shaped dough rings are dangerously addictive. We dare you just to have one! Taralli with Extra Virgin Olive Oil, gastronomica.co.uk
