Rice Crispy treats, delicious in North America, take on a new meaning in the UAE

I've never even seen a box of Rice Crispies in the UAE, which may explain my delight the other day when my colleague busted out this most delicious of treats. I enjoyed that first bite, and each one after. It's hard to describe how happy this little square made me.

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Randy said…
Rice crispy treats always bring me back to my childhood. Amazing to realize there are some places in this world where no one has ever seen something before that you've grown up with everyday of your life.
March 13, 2011 at 11:26 AM
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