Co-op are selling pigs in blanket crisps two months before Christmas

It might be October but that hasn’t stopped Christmas from creeping in.
By Matthew Mohan-Hickson
Published 17th Oct 2019, 13:58 BST
Updated 17th Oct 2019, 14:52 BST
The pigs in blanket crisps are on sale in Co-op now. Picture: JPIMediaThe pigs in blanket crisps are on sale in Co-op now. Picture: JPIMedia
The pigs in blanket crisps are on sale in Co-op now. Picture: JPIMedia

Halloween is still two weeks away and after that there is Bonfire Night to come.

But festive treats and snacks have already started to appear in stores across the Portsmouth area.

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Co-op have already got in on the action launching packets of pigs and blanket flavoured crisps.

The hand-cooked snacks, part of the company’s Irresistible range, are currently on sale in the supermarket for £1.70 a bag.

Would you be willing to try these festive crisps? Let us know in our poll in the article.

Pigs in blankets are a popular food during the Christmas season, often being served with the turkey on December 25 alongside other sides like Brussels sprouts, cranberry sauce and other vegetables.

Do you think it is too early for shops to be selling Christmas snacks? Share your opinions in the comments below.

Related topics:Co-OpPortsmouth

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