Which ‘Flavor Clap’-ready Potato Corner moment resonates with you?

PotCor, please! How our craving for our favorite fries helps us create exciting memories Editor’s note: This content is sponsored by Potato Corner and was produced by BrandRap, the sales and marketing arm of Rappler. No member of the news and editorial team participated in the production of this piece. My Potato Corner craving is a frequent visitor in my headspace, and I always welcome it. In fact, even Gen Z TikTok star Niana Guerrero and your favorite online personalities aren’t spared from this phenomenon. Something new I noticed thanks to them, though, is that there’s actually a name for how my hands form – my middle finger and thumb gently colliding – whenever my favorite fries are on my radar: the “Flavor Clap”. The gesture looks pretty much like how many of us grab each piece of our PotCor order – and it’s the same thing that shows the happy aftermath of our snacking (a.k.a. powder-covered fingers). But this gesture doesn’t only signal craving, but also summon Poco, the brand’s official mascot. When the summoning is successful, this friendly neighborhood potato-employee poco-bombs the most random spots – think a mall meant for sidequest maxxing or even the chill office pantry. This reminds me of the many mundane moments that Potato Corner can easily brighten, just by existing. Which one of these examples resonates with you the most? The commute that wraps up your day The “treat yourself” mantra just gets too real when it’s EOD o’clock, whether you’re a student, a working adult, or just someone who had a very eventful day. Now that stressors are (temporarily) gone and the day’s adrenaline has died down, snacking is more tempting. To those dealing with long and winding commutes, a bag of Potato Corner can instantly make the travel time less bleak and boring. Good thing PotCor kiosks are everywhere – you may spot one in your go-to train station, the crowded terminal, or even just the street you pass by daily. That rare cinema hopping weekend Catching a Homer adaptation twice (with different movie buddies) or maximizing a film festival’s promising roster? Just when you think this once-in-a-blue-moon activity can’t get any more thrilling, this hangout can easily transform into a full-blown core memory with Potato Corner in your cinema arsenal. Pro tip: Get the Tera Fries with multiple flavors so your group stays in harmony. That spontaneous work desk break No, this isn’t exactly a lunch break. I’m talking about that genuine (and often random) urge to de-chain from your work desk and have a little walk; companions optional. During moments like this, you’re likely to feel the monotony of everyday life, especially if your daily tasks tend to be similar, or you follow the same routine. But it’s also the perfect time to exercise that free will and add a little whimsy – like getting your bag of PotCor anytime. Just pick your poison: extend the fun walkathon so you can order at the nearest branch, or just have your favorite flavor delivered. Your action-packed barkada catch-up sesh POV: Finally, the plans have made their way out of the group chat! In the mood for a friendly fire with your besties in a newly-purchased RPG or via a nostalgic card game, while attempting that long overdue catch-up? Don’t skip the snacks. While moments like these are already fun as they are, you can further solidify the hype by asking the room, “PotCor, g?” to which you receive a resounding “Yes!” mid-battle. That little moment of distraction that leads to losing? Worth it. Whether you’re a cheese enjoyer, sour cream fan, or a loyalist of other Potato Corner flavors, you’re sure to flip any ordinary scene into one for the books – and share-worthy, too! How does Potato Corner flavor your moment? – Rappler.com How does this make you feel? Loading