Tayto Potato Crisps

Tayto is an iconic snack brand with a unique dual history rooted in both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. Originally founded by Joe 'Spud' Murphy in 1954 in Dublin, the brand is credited with inventing the world's first cheese and onion flavored potato chip. The brand operates as two separate entities: Tayto Ireland (based in Ashbourne, County Meath) and Tayto Northern Ireland (based in Tandragee Castle).

Today, the ownership structure is split between two major snack entities. The Republic of Ireland branch (Tayto Ltd) is owned by German snack giant Intersnack Grade, while the Northern Ireland branch remains under the control of Tayto Group Limited, owned by the Hutchinson family. This heritage brand remains a cultural staple in Irish identity while maintaining a significant presence in the global savory snack market through its high-quality manufacturing facilities and traditional production methods.