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Vanilla custard falls out of favor: supermarkets pull the dessert from shelves en masse

Vanilla custard falls out of favor: supermarkets pull the dessert from shelves en masse

Dutch dairy brands and major supermarkets like Albert Heijn are phasing out 'blanke vla' due to declining consumer demand. Manufacturers have stopped production as customers increasingly prefer more distinct dessert flavors.

Based on reporting by ad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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