M&S fans spot ‘adorable’ limited edition Colin the Caterpillar cakes – and he even has a Valentine’s Day girlfriend
M&S fans spot ‘adorable’ limited edition Colin the Caterpillar cakes – and he even has a Valentine’s Day girlfriend
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EVERYBODY'S favourite creepy crawly cake is ready for Valentines day. After a major glow up, Marks and Spencer's Matchmaker Colin the Caterpillar cake has landed at shops with girlfriend, Connie, in tow. The scrumptiously sweet Colin is a limited edition treat, ready for the big celebration of love on February 14. On their website, the retail giant says: "Colin is playing Cupid this Valentine's. Our limited-edition half-size Colin is our iconic, chocolate-filled chocolate sponge roll, complete with milk chocolate and decorated with chocolate cupid's wings.".
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MARKS & Spencer has called a truce with Aldi over Colin the Caterpillar cake. The posh supermarket and discount chain were locked in a legal battle after Aldi started selling a cake called Cuthbert the Caterpillar which looked similar to the M&S creation. They reached a confidential agreement out of court on November 5, it has now emerged. The companies have not disclosed the terms of the settlement - but both cakes will still be sold.
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An Aldi spokesperson said: “Cuthbert is free and looking forward to seeing all his fans again very soon!”. An M&S spokesperson said: “The objective of the claim was to protect the IP in our Colin the Caterpillar cake and we are very pleased with the outcome.”. The high street retailer started selling the famous Colin cake more than 30 years ago and its design has been largely unchanged since 2004.
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The only exception is during seasonal events such as Halloween, Christmas and Easter, when M&S launches temporary new designs. Colin is made of chocolate sponge and buttercream, covered in a chocolate shell, and costs £7. Aldi launched its copycat Cuthbert cake in 2019 for £4.99. Most supermarkets now have their own version, including Waitrose's Cecil, Charlie at the Co-op, and Tesco's Curly cake.
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The much-loved caterpillar cakes have been reduced to five servings, so there's just the right amount to share between you and your loved one. And at £7.50 each, it will be difficult not to buy the pair. If you've already stocked up on chocolate but still want to get involved in the fun, don't fear - there's an even smaller option available. And shoppers have been racing to Marks and Spencer stores to get their own caterpillar-couple while stocks last.
