Overdue Goodness

It’s been a while since an update, what with moving from one end of the country to another, and it seems that amidst the mania of upheaval, Nestle have finally got themselves into gear with a plethora of new regionals and rarities, along with the much advertised new “regular” dark chocolate cookie KitKat.

And so, in what will hopefully be a more regular return to Silver Screen Lining, I gleefully bring you the first of two bumper editions of KitKat updates.

Much chocolaty goodness on its way.

Dark Chocolate Cookie KitKat – 3.5 Fingers

This much hyped new national is actually very much worth the attention. Coming in all three sizes; mini, “regular” and bar form, this is a delicious dark chocolate number, interspersed with little oreo-like biscuity bits. Morish, filling and all round awesome, this really is a great addition to shelves across the country.

Roasted Tea KitKat – 4 Fingers

This is perhaps the best regional variety I’ve come across. Harking from Kyoto, this is a rich and flavoursome “brown” chocolate bar, with a truly intense tea zing. Certainly worth a trip to the flowery city.


Annin Dofu KitKat – 2.5 Fingers

Upon finding this KitKat (a Yokohama speciality) I was left utterly bewildered as to exactly what “Annin Dofu” actually is. After a little research, and divulging into the candy itself, I have come to the conclusion that it’s some form of Chinese dessert that tastes pretty much exactly the same as marzipan. If white chocolate and almond sugar are you cup of tea, this is one for you. If not, I’d pass.

Apple KitKat – 3 Fingers

I must admit, the idea of chocolate and apples was not one that filled me with any form of excitement. After tasting the bar, I’m still not quite sure it is. That said, this was quite yummy, and definitely had a strong apple taste. Three fingers are for capturing the essence, rather than tastiness.

Blueberry Cheesecake KitKat – 2.5 Fingers

In the past year, we’ve had the overly feet-y Strawberry Cheesecake KitKat and the horribly Wonka Bar-like Blueberry version. Neither one tickled me the way they should have done. This I was pleasantly surprised that this wasn’t all too bad. Certainly not great, but not awful. Just not a patch on the real thing.