Lay's Mediterraneas potato chips

Lay's is one of the most recognized global snack brands, specializing in a wide variety of potato chips. The brand originated in 1932 in the United States when salesman Herman Lay opened a snack food operation in Tennessee. In 1961, the company merged with Fritos to form Frito-Lay, Inc., which later merged with Pepsi-Cola to create PepsiCo in 1965.

While Lay's is an American brand, parts of its manufacturing are localized to serve specific markets. The specific product shown, Lay's Mediterraneas, is heavily marketed in Southern Europe and is produced and distributed primarily by PepsiCo Foods A.I.E. in Spain. This localized production ensures the chips meet regional taste preferences and logistical needs. Today, PepsiCo remains the ultimate owner and headquartered in the United States, managing a vast portfolio of global beverage and snack brands.