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Re: WEEEEEEEEKEND!
« on: March 02, 2007, 11:38:56 PM »
Marmite on Brussels sprouts, with parmesan cheese sprinkled on top. That is the real deal!
It definitely beats sardines and condensed milk.
 

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Re: WEEEEEEEEKEND!
« Reply #1 on: March 10, 2007, 01:59:28 PM »
Well if it's sealed, you are okay.
I think I will try one myself.
 

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Re: WEEEEEEEEKEND!
« Reply #2 on: April 12, 2007, 09:25:55 PM »
Okay, who is the daddy of the brown spreads? I wanted to get hold of the Guinness Marmite, but it hasn't arrived. I ordered it off ebay, but it is a no-show. So the contest is between these three:



In terms of nutrition, Marmite wins overall. Check the labels:

Vegemite


Marmite


Bovril


Okay, what about taste? Well in my opinion Vegemite is a loser here. It is too sharp, and leaves a rancid taste in the mouth. Sorry Aussies, but that Vegemite is an easy last choice of the three.
Bovril just beats Marmite, taste wise. It has a more rounded taste and is easier to eat, in quantity. It has longer legs, if you know what I mean.

So, for me Bovril is the one to get.
But if you are like Punkie and want the spread that is best for you, then choose Marmite. Here is Punkie as a little 'un: