"It Went to Private School": Man Sends Message to Woolies About Chicken, SA Relates
- A man shared a TikTok video praising Woolworths’ grilled chicken, and viewers quickly related to his obsession with the store’s food
- The clip sparked widespread engagement, as netizens shared their own food habits, highlighting how relatable everyday cravings can be
- The video went viral within hours, showing how simple, genuine, and funny moments about food culture can capture the attention of thousands online
South Africans shared laughs and related to a man’s TikTok about always buying Woolworths grilled chicken, connecting over shared food cravings and humour.
Source: TikTok
A TikTok video by content creator @ecks_ves captured a man sharing his love for Woolworths’ grilled chicken, sparking relatability among South Africans. Within a day, the clip, posted on 17 September 2025, gained over 10,000 likes, 2,000 shares, and hundreds of comments from viewers who admitted they felt the same way. The man explained that he could never leave Woolworths without picking up a full grilled chicken, joking about its irresistible taste. Netizens flooded the comments, praising his honesty and joining the conversation about food cravings.
In the video, he humorously described how the chicken was always too good to resist, making a point about the consistency and flavour that keeps customers returning. Viewers appreciated the candid and relatable content, which highlighted South Africa’s love for quality, convenient meals. His post struck a chord with many, who said they could identify with the struggle of leaving the store empty-handed.
South Africans relate to culinary cravings
The video demonstrates the connection people have to local food culture, particularly well-loved grocery staples. Many users joked about needing to make extra trips to Woolworths just to satisfy cravings, while others shared their own favourite treats. The lighthearted post continued to trend on TikTok, showcasing how simple, everyday habits can spark widespread engagement online.
The man’s video also highlighted the power of relatable content in creating viral moments. It showed how humour and shared experiences bring people together online. Overall, the post resonated for its authenticity and playful tone.
Source: TikTok
Mzansi reacted to the video
Shaista_M shared:
"It's so soft, it melts off the bone. I tried Checkers and Spar, and it's not the same. Woolies chicken definitely went to private school. You can taste the difference. 😋"
Anya_marais said:
"Every Sunday at my local Woolies, it sells out, and you must see the disappointment. 🤣 And some mornings it takes a while, so there is a long line, you must see these white aunties! 'This is where the line is!' They even had to put up signs due to the rudeness of the Roast Chicken customers. 💀"
Ditebza pointed out:
"Woolies chicken is no longer the same as it was in the earlier years when they started introducing it. Now it's tasteless yerrrr, I regretted buying it and wasting my money. One day I will never buy it, some donkey years ago I would buy it weekly."
LaNkosi Dlamini said:
"But it's now getting smaller and smaller."
Wam shared:
"Guys, I don't like woolies chicken mna."
Melissa said:
"Driest chicken that has ever existed."
Ellie_Corker said:
"I eat one every day, because I work there. 😝😅"
Kimberly Johnson added:
"On Sundays, you will find two on promotion. 😂✌"
Check out the TikTok video below:
3 other Briefly News stories about Woolies
- A Johannesburg woman shared a photo of her restaurant bill after dining at Woolworths food store.
- A woman shared a lighthearted video making a plea to Woolworths to make their black shopping bag handles more practical.
- A woman shared her monthly Woolworths shopping trip, revealing that her usual grocery haul for her family of three now costs over R10,000.
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