Fun Food Friday: The Oreo

When I lived in China four years ago, the questions I received the most were food related. The tradition continues compliments of my sweet three year old niece, who asked me this morning if China had chicken fingers (FYI – yes, China does have chicken fingers). So in order to capture the ‘food memories’ we are making, today marks the start of Fun Food Friday – basically we are providing you with a little taste of China’s twist on the food you know and love.

Today, when we were grocery shopping for the essentials (apples, peanut butter, eggs, chocolate cake, etc.), Tim and I started talking about one of my best friends. She LOVES Oreos, or at least that is what she said. I don’t think I have ever seen her eat one (you know who you are, AC!), but I believe her. As we were talking about this friend, I rounded the corner and saw a variety of Oreos. And so, in honor of my beloved AC, please meet the Chinese Oreo.

Before this evening, when was the last time I ate an Oreo? Probably over a year ago – I don’t recall, but it’s not an essential on our grocery list. Maybe the following flavors are available in your country, but I had never seen most of these flavors before: Green Tea Ice Cream, Raspberry/Blueberry, Peach/Grape, Strawberry, Vanilla Ice Cream and Chocolate Cream.

We also saw Mango/Orange and Birthday Cake, but they were sold in large packages, which may have been an issue if they were good.

Now before we give you our opinions, please note, Oreos in China have less sugar than those in the USA. This may be the reason for our disappointment.

Tim’s Favorite: Green Tea Ice Cream (tasted like mint!)

Maggie’s Favorite: Chocolate Cream

Each package had two cookies. We threw away the second cookie for Raspberry/Blueberry, Peach/Grape and Strawberry. These flavors tasted way too fake and, in my opinion,  give the Oreo a bad reputation. The Vanilla Ice Cream tasted funky to me, but Tim enjoyed the second cookie.

Although the Chinese Oreo will not be replacing chocolate cake on our grocery list anytime soon (OK – cake isn't REALLY on our grocery list), it was definitely a fun experiment. 

The best part of this taste test – an evening of laughs costing a mere $1.25.