Margot Robbie discovered a new favorite snack while filming the romantic drama A Big Bold Beautiful Journey with Colin Farrell, and it quickly became a beloved treat on set. This Margot Robbie crisp sandwich tradition, featuring potato chips between buttered bread, has roots in European, especially Irish and U.K., cuisine.
During a joint appearance on the September 16 episode of Today, Colin Farrell shared how the unique snack became part of their daily routine. Farrell explained that during rehearsal, he talked about crisp sandwiches, which Margot refers to as “chippy sandwiches.” It wasn’t long before he made one for her, and she took to it immediately.
How the Crisp Sandwich Became a Set Staple
Colin Farrell, 49, reminisced about Margot Robbie’s growing fondness for the crisp sandwich, a simple yet delicious combination of buttered white bread and crunchy potato chips. The snack is a common treat in Ireland and the U.K. and quickly won over her palate. Farrell made it a point to provide Margot with a fresh sandwich every morning during filming.
A lot of that was just banter—just talking about our past—and I was talking about crisp sandwiches, which she calls ‘chippy sandwiches.’ So, I made her one.
– Colin Farrell, Actor
I brought one in for her every morning, That was my job, every night, was to make her a sandwich.
– Colin Farrell, Actor
A Live-televised Sandwich Surprise
On the same Today episode, co-anchor Craig Melvin surprised Colin and Margot with freshly prepared crisp sandwiches. Upon tasting the snack, Farrell’s excitement was palpable as he identified the brand instantly.
Is that Tayto? he asked, referring to the iconic Irish potato chip brand. When confirmed, Colin exclaimed on-air:
It is! I f–king knew it!
– Colin Farrell, Actor
Margot Robbie quickly reacted with laughter and a playful reprimand, but Colin shrugged off the slip, explaining he had a mouthful.
It was a full mouth, they didn’t hear me, I knew it was Tayto. This is actually very good.
– Colin Farrell, Actor
Margot acknowledged the snack’s appeal, sharing she hadn’t eaten yet and found the crisp sandwich ideal for breakfast. This candid moment highlighted the joy and camaraderie shared between the actors and brought attention to a simple comfort food amid their busy workdays.
Popular Celebrity Snacks Beyond the Set
Like Margot Robbie’s crispy indulgence, numerous celebrities have revealed their favorite snacks, each reflecting a personal preference for taste, nutrition, or both.
Lauren Conrad favors fresh fruit and raw nuts as convenient, wholesome options for in-between meals.
Fruit and raw nuts. Recently I’ve made an effort to keep lots of fresh products and nuts on hand for snacking in-between meals.
– Lauren Conrad
Kate Hudson credits sliced apples for their satisfying crunch, enjoying them while spending time at home.
I am snacking so much while I’ve been at home! I think it’s because I’m home and near my fridge all day. I slice up an apple and it fills me up between meals. I love the satisfying crunch and so do my kids.
– Kate Hudson
Lana Condor has a unique favorite: canned oysters, prized for their protein and nutrients. She enjoys pairing them with crackers for added texture.
My go-to snack is canned oysters. I know that might sound weird, but I am absolutely obsessed with canned oysters. They are such a good source of protein, magnesium and vitamin C. They are so tasty and always fill me up. I eat them straight out of the can, but sometimes if I want some extra carbs, I’ll eat them with crackers and the crunch of the cracker with the soft oyster is so good!
– Lana Condor
Joanna Garcia Swisher keeps it classic with cheese and crackers.
Padma Lakshmi prefers green apples paired with peanut butter for a balanced snack.
Dorit Kemsley enjoys carrots and hummus, complemented by raw almonds or cashews.
Carrots and hummus is always a fave with a handful of raw almonds and/or cashews.
– Dorit Kemsley
Naomi Osaka often snacks on fruit like grapes or berries and drinks homemade green juice mixed with BODYARMOR Lyte Coconut for flavor without added sugar.
I always have a cup of fruit near me, usually with grapes or berries. For drinks, I like homemade green juice. I mix in BODYARMOR Lyte, Coconut for some sweetness and flavor without having to worry about sugar.
– Naomi Osaka
Whitney Port opts for roasted unsalted almonds, sourdough with cashew butter and bananas, and nutritious smoothies featuring Greek yogurt and spinach.
Handfuls of roasted, unsalted almonds, a slice of sourdough bread with cashew butter and sliced bananas, a smoothie (mine usually have whole milk Greek yogurt, ice, a handful of spinach, some pineapple, whatever milk I have…), a banana, half an avocado, two dates, a dash of cinnamon (and sometimes a scoop of nut butter).
– Whitney Port
Francia Raisa enjoys the spicy-sweet combo of Hot Cheetos and fruit sprinkled with tajin and lemon.
Hot Cheetos and fruit with tajin and lemon, yummy!
– Francia Raisa
Brooke Burke keeps it simple with raw macadamia nuts.
Maggie Q praises fruit as the perfect snack.
Fruit! I can’t think of a more perfect food.
– Maggie Q
Audrina Patridge also goes for cheese and crackers, with an emphasis on cheese.
Cheese and crackers with lots of cheese.
– Audrina Patridge
Gabby Douglas loves pretzels and salt & vinegar chips for their salty crunch.
Pretzels and salt & vinegar chips.
– Gabby Douglas
Genevieve Padalecki favors avocado with salt, sometimes adding a poached egg and hot sauce for an indulgent yet easy snack.
Avocado with salt. It’s the right amount of indulgent with being super easy to make. If I have more time I’ll add a poached egg with a smidge of hot sauce from Big Reds.
– Genevieve Padalecki
Chloe Trautman has perfected a special version of apples and peanut butter, heating the peanut butter with honey to create a caramel-like dip.
Apples and peanut butter but not just your average apples and peanut butter, folks. There is a science to this special snack. First, they have to be honeycrisp apples, cut very thin. Then you get your peanut butter, melt it, add some honey and stir all the deliciousness together! This creates almost like a caramel consistency. You don’t use nearly as much peanut butter and you avoid getting it on your thumb every time you dip. Brilliant, I know!
– Chloe Trautman
Janel Parrish chooses popcorn for its lightness and salty flavor.
Popcorn because I love the salt. But I don’t feel terrible after I eat it because popcorn is pretty light!
– Janel Parrish
Raye Boyce has a quirky favorite: a flour tortilla pan-fried with salted butter and topped with Nutella as a simple, fast version of a crêpe.
My go-to snack at the moment is going to sound so strange: I like to take a flour tortilla with salted butter melted in a pan and then I top it with Nutella. I know it’s weird! LOL, it’s honestly like an easier version of a crêpe and that’s why I love it.
– Raye Boyce
Paige DeSorbo keeps it elegant with prosciutto and mozzarella cheese, a combination she enjoys nearly daily.
Prosciutto and mozzarella cheese is my favorite snack, I have it almost every day.
– Paige DeSorbo
Merle Dandridge finds satisfaction in half an avocado seasoned with olive oil, lemon, and truffle salt.
Half an avocado with a drizzle of olive oil, squeeze of lemon and a dash of truffle salt. Extremely satisfying.
– Merle Dandridge
Kelsey Owens admits to a childhood favorite, consistently opting for Flavor Blasted Goldfish crackers despite her wishes for healthier choices.
I wish I could say it was something healthy but I’m a child at heart and it’s by far Flavor Blasted Goldfish. LOL!
– Kelsey Owens
Madison Prewett enjoys a straightforward snack of apples and peanut butter.
A Snack Tradition that Brings Connection and Comfort
The crisp sandwich shared between Colin Farrell and Margot Robbie is more than a quirky on-set snack; it symbolizes the simple pleasures found even in demanding environments. As Margot embraced this European-inspired comfort food, it shows how small, shared rituals can enhance camaraderie and well-being during production.
Such stories also highlight the importance of ordinary joys in the lives of public figures, reminding fans that behind the fame, celebrities often find delight in familiar flavors. With the ongoing popularity of these glimpses into private moments, the crisp sandwich—and others like it—may enjoy rising interest far beyond their traditional origins.
