In Irish folklore, the banshee is said to be a fairy whose loud scream is the omen of death. However, we’re pretty sure we didn’t know this as kids. Mr Tayto in particular is central to the myth of Tayto in Ireland. He’s frequently seen in marketing campaigns for the crisps (one notable advert featured noughties pop icons Westlife) and even released his own autobiography, 2009’s Increasingly we believe the world needs more meaningful, real-life connections between curious travellers keen to explore the world in a more responsible way. That is why we have intensively curated a collection of premium small-group trips as an invitation to meet and connect with new, like-minded people for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in three categories: Culture Trips, Rail Trips and Private Trips. Our Trips are suitable for both solo travelers, couples and friends who want to explore the world together.

Thanks to Tayto, many of these crisps came to life and created memories for all of us. We’re excited to see what other tasty creations are coming. Your questions answered about the best Irish crisps we all know from childhood Considering we are big fans of potatoes and have been for generations now, it was about time that someone invented the Irish crisp – something different from the others that existed around the world. Not only has the mascot accompanied a lot of us from childhood through to adulthood, but the brand’s expansion to now include its own theme park and zoo (Tayto Park) in County Meath ensures the iconic crisp company is going nowhere any time soon. The castle is over 500 years old and was originally the home of the O’Hanlon clan, one of the mightiest and most powerful clans in all of Ireland. In 1619 King James I of England confiscated the castle from the O'Hanlon's because they took part in a rebellion against Hugh O'Neill in County Tyrone. The ruins of the property was then passed into the hands of other families and became the home of the Duke of Manchester in the 1800's.Since you are here, we would like to share our vision for the future of travel - and the direction Culture Trip is moving in.

The company is entirely separate from Tayto in the Republic of Ireland which has different product ranges; Tayto in the Republic of Ireland owns the name and mascot, and Tayto in Northern Ireland uses both under a licensing agreement. The Northern Irish Tayto is widely sold in both Northern Ireland and Great Britain, while the Republic of Ireland brand is sold in the Republic. Murphy opened the first Tayto factory on Moore Street in Dublin in 1954. Here, he began producing more flavours, including Salt and Vinegar and the legendary Smokey Bacon. Joe 'Spud' Murphy: The Man Who Gave Potato Chips Flavor". HuffPost. 20 April 2012. Archived from the original on 31 October 2014 . Retrieved 1 October 2017. Now, of course, Tayto was the original crisp manufacturer and the inventor of the flavoured crisp. So, they later went on to produce many others on our list.In the Republic of Ireland, the original Tayto crisp brand has evolved over the last 60 or so years to offer a broad range of crispy-fried products. The brand first launched with the classic cheese and onion and salt and vinegar flavours, closely followed by the smoky bacon flavour.

Obituary: Joe 'Spud' Murphy". The Telegraph. Telegraph Media Group. 5 November 2001. Archived from the original on 16 April 2018 . Retrieved 8 January 2011. The Tayto brand has made a huge impact on the food world. Many other global crisp brands only wish they had the incredible story and reputation that Tayto has. How many people in the world know that this Irish crisp brand actually invented flavoured crisps? Well, it’s true, and it certainly gives us Irish bragging rights when the topic arises. Spring Onion Flavour Potato Crisps: Potatoes, Vegetable Oils: Rapeseed Oil, Sunflower Oil, Spring Onion Flavour (Whey Permeate ( Milk), Salt, Onion Powder, Flavour Enhancer: Monosodium Glutamate; Potassium Chloride, Yeast Powder, Sugar, Acid: Malic Acid; Flavourings, Garlic Powder, Sweetener: Saccharin ( Milk)) Where is Mr. Tayto?". Where's Mr. Tayto?. Archived from the original on 21 May 2022 . Retrieved 22 May 2022.The crisp brand has come a long way. The crisps were first sold out of a single delivery van before a deal involving the Findlater family’s stores and distribution network unleashed them throughout Ireland. Now they are shipped all over the world to ease pain of being away from home for those who live outside Ireland. Tandragee Tayto This amusement park offers over 100 attractions, a zoo, and many rides that kids and kids at heart love, making it one of the best theme parks and waterparks in Ireland. They are also the makers of our favourites such as King, Hula Hoops, KP Nuts, Rancheros, Skips, and Meanies.

Culture Trips are deeply immersive 5 to 16 days itineraries, that combine authentic local experiences, exciting activities and 4-5* accommodation to look forward to at the end of each day. Our Rail Trips are our most planet-friendly itineraries that invite you to take the scenic route, relax whilst getting under the skin of a destination. Our Private Trips are fully tailored itineraries, curated by our Travel Experts specifically for you, your friends or your family. Tayto is behind the Perri brand, which they established in 1986, and the Hunky Dorys, which was the crinkle cut, chunky crisp pioneered in 1993. Tayto is Ireland’s most popular crisp brand. It produced the first flavoured potato crisps in the world, and was founded in County Meath in the 1950s.

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Bacon Fries are also another product of Tayto. They are synonymous with Irish bars and pubs and have a unique smoky taste and flavour. Crisps were invented in England before Tayto, but these were without seasoning. An Irishman by the name of Joe ‘Spud’ Murphy came up with the idea of the seasoned or flavoured crisp. Credit: Facebook / @MrTayto C&C Group says to sell Tayto Crisps to Largo Food for 62.3 mln eur". Forbes. 7 May 2006. [ dead link] Tayto are mass littering the whole country " Damien Mulley". Mulley.net. 9 May 2007. Archived from the original on 14 November 2012 . Retrieved 25 October 2012. As if things couldn’t be better for this remarkable and legendary brand, the fascinating story behind Tayto continues with a fantastic theme park in County Meath.