British Expats

British Expats (https://britishexpats.com/forum/)
-   The Barbie (https://britishexpats.com/forum/barbie-92/)
-   -   Same brand, different name... (https://britishexpats.com/forum/barbie-92/same-brand-different-name-638108/)

Mrs Vash Nov 4th 2009 2:44 pm

Re: Same brand, different name...
 
HAMSTER FOOD = Weet-bix. Send it back to the sanitorium.

"Whole Wheat Bisks" in the "International" aisle of Coles = "Weetabix" and due to the exorbitant price has become my weekend treat.

Vash the Stampede Nov 4th 2009 2:46 pm

Re: Same brand, different name...
 
http://i37.tinypic.com/2ahe7o7.gif

Mrs Vash Nov 4th 2009 2:46 pm

Re: Same brand, different name...
 

Originally Posted by EverydaySunshine (Post 8054781)
What's the same brand as Aptamil Growing Up milk? Thanks.

Aptamil back home was made by Nutrcia as was Cow and Gate, therefore, I guess it's Karicare.

Mrs Vash Nov 4th 2009 2:48 pm

Re: Same brand, different name...
 

Originally Posted by Vash the Stampede (Post 8072275)

Yes, well might you sit there drinking coffee. ;) After 5 and a half years of hearing you complaining about the UK, it's my turn now to complain about your country...

scottishcelts Nov 4th 2009 2:53 pm

Re: Same brand, different name...
 

Originally Posted by Mrs Vash (Post 8072283)
Yes, well might you sit there drinking coffee. ;) After 5 and a half years of hearing you complaining about the UK, it's my turn now to complain about your country...

You go girl!

Let it all out :thumbsup:

Mrs Vash Nov 4th 2009 2:55 pm

Re: Same brand, different name...
 
I will...


Originally Posted by Vash the Stampede (Post 8055513)
Not this one. Weetabix and Weet-Bix are made by two different companies (Weetabix Ltd and Sanitarium respectively).

Weet-Bix is the original product, invented in NSW during the 1920s. Its Australian inventors started a new company for distribution in Britain during the 1930s, where their product was rebadged as "Weetabix". Consequently, both products are Australian in origin.

Clearly, they were thrown out of Australia for creating such an awful breakfast product. When they went to the UK, we made them raise the standard of the product considerably...


There's not much to choose between them, but Weetabix seem to be smaller and sweeter.
There's a world of difference. Weetabix is denser, lasts longer and tastes wonderful.

WillBlack Nov 4th 2009 3:54 pm

Re: Same brand, different name...
 

Originally Posted by Mrs Vash (Post 8072296)
I will...

Clearly, they were thrown out of Australia for creating such an awful breakfast product. When they went to the UK, we made them raise the standard of the product considerably...

There's a world of difference. Weetabix is denser, lasts longer and tastes wonderful.

An Australian alternative available in Australian shops:

http://www.nestle.com.au/NR/rdonlyre...ita_brits2.jpg

Vita Brits

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uncle_Tobys

ozhappy981 Nov 4th 2009 5:24 pm

Re: Same brand, different name...
 

Originally Posted by emelems (Post 8055381)
Cuddles fabric conditioner = Lenor

No, not that one: "Cuddles" is made by Colgate. "Lenor" is made by Proctor & Gamble. Two different companies.

MartinLuther Nov 4th 2009 7:16 pm

Re: Same brand, different name...
 

Originally Posted by Louiseh86 (Post 8055807)
Dove = Galaxy :thumbsup: Unfortunately they don't do bars of it though only bags with "treat size" amounts...

I'm officially surprised. Had a look in the supermarket the other day and not a bar to be seen. :blink:

emelems Nov 4th 2009 7:21 pm

Re: Same brand, different name...
 
WIsh someone would import Shreddies :thumbup:

Em x

UKOZ Nov 4th 2009 7:55 pm

Re: Same brand, different name...
 

Originally Posted by Mrs Vash (Post 8072276)
Aptamil back home was made by Nutrcia as was Cow and Gate, therefore, I guess it's Karicare.

I dont think so.tried it with my daughter who use aptamil in the UK but she refused to drink it.We end up buying pediasure here.Bit expensive but the result is absolutely great.She gain a lot of weight.Worried now of obesity.hehehehe .

emelems Nov 4th 2009 8:01 pm

Re: Same brand, different name...
 

Originally Posted by UKOZ (Post 8072684)
I dont think so.tried it with my daughter who use aptamil in the UK but she refused to drink it.We end up buying pediasure here.Bit expensive but the result is absolutely great.She gain a lot of weight.Worried now of obesity.hehehehe .

lol - kids huh?! if its not one thing, its another! ;) :lol:

Em x

Mrs Vash Nov 4th 2009 10:17 pm

Re: Same brand, different name...
 

Originally Posted by UKOZ (Post 8072684)
I dont think so.tried it with my daughter who use aptamil in the UK but she refused to drink it.We end up buying pediasure here.Bit expensive but the result is absolutely great.She gain a lot of weight.Worried now of obesity.hehehehe .

Well I had no probs with Cow & Gate, but having tried Karicare, I'm yet to be convinced, I can't get it to dissolve properly at any temperature, and bub has been funny about it too. But it's made by Nutricia, the company which also makes C&G and Aptamil. I've settled on S26 so far. They're all pricey compared to the UK.

Mrs Vash Nov 4th 2009 10:18 pm

Re: Same brand, different name...
 

Originally Posted by WillBlack (Post 8072366)

Is it any good? It looks just like Weet-bix, although the yellow and blue design around the name smacks of Weetabixishness!

UKOZ Nov 4th 2009 10:40 pm

Re: Same brand, different name...
 

Originally Posted by Mrs Vash (Post 8072890)
Well I had no probs with Cow & Gate, but having tried Karicare, I'm yet to be convinced, I can't get it to dissolve properly at any temperature, and bub has been funny about it too. But it's made by Nutricia, the company which also makes C&G and Aptamil. I've settled on S26 so far. They're all pricey compared to the UK.

Your right very pricey that's why im scared of getting pregnant here....


All times are GMT -12. The time now is 1:18 pm.

Powered by vBulletin: ©2000 - 2026, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
Copyright © 2026 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.