BA Marmite
Apr 29, 2019, 1:55 am
#16
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If you want to be VERY afraid, consider the product in this link ...
https://www.marmite.co.uk/marmite-peanut-butter
We haven’t found it on sale in Jersey yet, but will keep looking.
https://www.marmite.co.uk/marmite-peanut-butter
We haven’t found it on sale in Jersey yet, but will keep looking.
Apr 29, 2019, 2:31 am
#18
Join Date: Feb 2014
Programs: QF
Posts: 128
https://www.masterfoods.com.au/our-range/relishes-spreads/spreads/promite/
Apr 29, 2019, 3:05 am
#19
Join Date: May 2016
Location: London
Programs: BA Gold, Accor Gold
Posts: 1,427
Apr 29, 2019, 4:43 am
#21
Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: London, UK
Programs: QF, TK, VA, SQ
Posts: 695
Marmite is fine but as an Australian I prefer Vegemite. I brought back a kilo tub from Costco last time I visited home and have a small jar on my desk at work that I refill for toast.
One of my team members screws her nose up whenever I spread it on a bagel and claims it's disgusting and that she can smell it, but I haven't had a harassment case lodged against me yet
I don't really see the point of a centenary jar of Marmite though...
One of my team members screws her nose up whenever I spread it on a bagel and claims it's disgusting and that she can smell it, but I haven't had a harassment case lodged against me yet
I don't really see the point of a centenary jar of Marmite though...
Apr 29, 2019, 7:45 am
#22
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: UK
Programs: Lemonia. Best Greek ever.
Posts: 2,266
When I was last dunnunder, I was told all about Vegemite. It is made from floor sweepings and scrubbing, but I can't remember what the factory made before they swept the floor. Was it spicy pet food?
It's the pipe and floor scrubbings from producing some beers.
It's the pipe and floor scrubbings from producing some beers.
Last edited by Ancient Observer; Apr 29, 2019 at 3:53 pm
Apr 29, 2019, 7:57 am
#24
Ambassador, British Airways Executive Club, easyJet and Ryanair
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Here is the BA press release on Marmite:
Centenary Marmite
British Airways and Marmite have teamed up to create a limited-edition jar to celebrate the airline’s centenary, launching on May 1. As Marmite is the most confiscated brand at airport security, the centenary jar is conveniently sized to fit within the liquid allowance.
For Brits travelling abroad, it is clear they cannot go without the British spread that has divided the nation since 1902. Based on data from London City Airport, Marmite is the most confiscated branded food item at airport security. Other branded items that did not make it past security are Harrods jams and spreads and Lyle’s Golden Syrup.
The airport has seen deserted jars of Marmite increase 50 per cent in the first three months of 2019, from four to six jars a day, and the airport forecasts it could seize over 2,000 jars this year alone. British Airways customers can now get their Marmite hit when away. The special edition spread will be exclusively available to customers on board all flights from May 1. The jar weighs 70 grams so if they do not get through it on holiday they can safely take it through security as it falls within the liquid restrictions.
To coincide with the launch, on April 30 London City Airport will be holding an amnesty at its security gates, giving all customers the chance to swap their over-sized, prohibited jars of Marmite for British Airways’ travel-friendly version.
Hamish McVey, British Airways’ Head of Brand and Marketing, said: “It’s clear that customers like to enjoy their favourite brands like Marmite while travelling or when they’re abroad. We work with some of the best of British to bring them to our customers on board our flights and now, in our centenary year we will have even more brands alongside Marmite that our customers can enjoy.”
British Airways will be releasing a series of centenary editions in partnership with British brands during its milestone year. Earlier this month the airline announced a partnership with Scottish craft brewers, BrewDog, who have created a transatlantic IPA for customers and in a world first brewed the beer on a flight. The airline has also partnered with luxury British watchmakers Bremont on the launch of a new limited-edition timepiece, featuring metal from one of the most famous and iconic planes in history – Concorde.
Ian Cowie, Director of Customer Operations at London City Airport, said: “With 4.8 million passengers travelling each year through London City Airport, many of whom are returning to the continent or heading on holiday, it’s little surprise that Marmite is such a treasured item and demonstrates just how loyal Brits are to their favourite brands. Whether you love it or hate it, we’re looking forward to ensuring passengers can continue to get their Marmite fix. For any other liquids, pastes and gels over 100ml, it’s best to pack them safely in the hold."
British Airways and Marmite have teamed up to create a limited-edition jar to celebrate the airline’s centenary, launching on May 1. As Marmite is the most confiscated brand at airport security, the centenary jar is conveniently sized to fit within the liquid allowance.
For Brits travelling abroad, it is clear they cannot go without the British spread that has divided the nation since 1902. Based on data from London City Airport, Marmite is the most confiscated branded food item at airport security. Other branded items that did not make it past security are Harrods jams and spreads and Lyle’s Golden Syrup.
The airport has seen deserted jars of Marmite increase 50 per cent in the first three months of 2019, from four to six jars a day, and the airport forecasts it could seize over 2,000 jars this year alone. British Airways customers can now get their Marmite hit when away. The special edition spread will be exclusively available to customers on board all flights from May 1. The jar weighs 70 grams so if they do not get through it on holiday they can safely take it through security as it falls within the liquid restrictions.
To coincide with the launch, on April 30 London City Airport will be holding an amnesty at its security gates, giving all customers the chance to swap their over-sized, prohibited jars of Marmite for British Airways’ travel-friendly version.
Hamish McVey, British Airways’ Head of Brand and Marketing, said: “It’s clear that customers like to enjoy their favourite brands like Marmite while travelling or when they’re abroad. We work with some of the best of British to bring them to our customers on board our flights and now, in our centenary year we will have even more brands alongside Marmite that our customers can enjoy.”
British Airways will be releasing a series of centenary editions in partnership with British brands during its milestone year. Earlier this month the airline announced a partnership with Scottish craft brewers, BrewDog, who have created a transatlantic IPA for customers and in a world first brewed the beer on a flight. The airline has also partnered with luxury British watchmakers Bremont on the launch of a new limited-edition timepiece, featuring metal from one of the most famous and iconic planes in history – Concorde.
Ian Cowie, Director of Customer Operations at London City Airport, said: “With 4.8 million passengers travelling each year through London City Airport, many of whom are returning to the continent or heading on holiday, it’s little surprise that Marmite is such a treasured item and demonstrates just how loyal Brits are to their favourite brands. Whether you love it or hate it, we’re looking forward to ensuring passengers can continue to get their Marmite fix. For any other liquids, pastes and gels over 100ml, it’s best to pack them safely in the hold."
Apr 29, 2019, 8:06 am
#25
Join Date: Aug 2010
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If you want to be VERY afraid, consider the product in this link ...
https://www.marmite.co.uk/marmite-peanut-butter
We haven’t found it on sale in Jersey yet, but will keep looking.
https://www.marmite.co.uk/marmite-peanut-butter
We haven’t found it on sale in Jersey yet, but will keep looking.
Apr 29, 2019, 9:24 am
#26
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Apr 29, 2019, 2:06 pm
#28
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Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: Tel Aviv, Israel
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Can I encourage the UK Marmite loyalists to discover what they're missing?
https://www.tesco.com/groceries/en-G...ucts/263013202
I'd be happy to photoshop the BA 100 logo for you to print and stick on the jar if it makes you feel better, or wait until Qantas turns 100 in November of next year and see if they follow suit.
https://www.tesco.com/groceries/en-G...ucts/263013202
I'd be happy to photoshop the BA 100 logo for you to print and stick on the jar if it makes you feel better, or wait until Qantas turns 100 in November of next year and see if they follow suit.
Apr 29, 2019, 7:24 pm
#30
Join Date: Dec 2005
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