Nostalgia never tasted so good

The 80s are having a moment – and we’re Rubik’s-cube-solved levels of happy about it. We’re celebrating the return of Rivals on Disney+ with a limited-edition range of sarnies, crisps, cans and ice cream. Plus, we’re bringing back the power lunch (and the dessert trolley) with a retro recipe special. 

Two flavours. One winner

Two flavours. One winner.

Waitrose Cooks Alex Szrok and Charmaine Katz battle it out for the best 80s crisp flavour. Which is your winner?

Steak Diane crisps

Charmaine: Steak Diane
“Until these came into my life, McCoy’s Flamed Grilled Steak had my heart. These are a dinner party in a bag – and then in your mouth. Prawn cocktail’s fine, but I just don’t need all that tang. Give me the beef.” 

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Bloody Mary prawn cocktail crisps

Alex: Prawn cocktail 
“Cheeky, tangy – and not everyone loves it, which just means more for you and your elevated, classy palate. The thinking person’s crisp. Ever had a prawn cocktail sandwich loaded with prawn cocktail crisps? Prepare to have your mind blown.” 

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Watch: How to make retro chicken cordon bleu

A gourmet 80s staple that turns a midweek meal into a special occasion

See the recipe

The 80s are calling

Flirtations with flavour from the tastiest decade 

Disco salmon

Disco salmon
A twist on the 80s classic – with pickled veg and pops of colour

See our Disco salmon recipe

Neapolitan trifle

Neapolitan trifle
The iconic ice cream magicked into a big kid’s dream dessert

See our Neapolitan trifle recipe

Prawn cocktail

Prawn and crab cocktail
Brown crab and spicy sriracha bring the classic bang up to date

See our Prawn and crab cocktail recipe

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