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I am delighted to announce this month

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Rachel Tweedale (Dri-Wite Young Fish

Frier of the Year). I am proud to sit on

the steering group for the National Fish

and Chip Awards and media training and

writing is something the young friers

were very interested in indeed so we

decided to give the top 6 a free reign.

One event that has been growing every

year is the Isle Of Ely Produce Open day.

This year it is on September 7th. Not

only will you learn everything you need

to know about the potato but you will

see some key speakers from across the

trade too. Spaces are limited and FREE so

please apply for your space today.

As usual contact me at Austen@

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InsideJune 2015

Diary dates 8 Business or pleasure, dates not

to be missed Eric’s 10 The boy with the thorn in his

Side! Pulling Power 12 Waking up to the phenomenon of slow cooked pulled pork

Mix with the Best 16 Kerry batter mixes - Quality ingredients are key to success

Going with the Flow 18 With one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of batter mix Middleton Food Products

Ceres at John Dory’s 20 The same great taste and quality

under a new name Chippys on Stage 22 It’s time to raise the curtain, It’s time to light the lights...

Elite Grant a Wish 24 Arthur’s Dream comes true thanks to The Elite Fish & Chip Co

National Fish & Chip 26 Awards There’s still time to enter the Awards! Having a Ball with KFE 28 KFE put on a great evening at

the Forest of Arden complex 1 + 1 = 200,000! 30 A real celebration of fish and

chips across the water in Ireland!

The Chip Baron’s Ball 32 The Ball is back and will be held

once again at the Holiday Inn in Peterborough

Guest Editor 34 As part of their prize from the 2015 Young Fish Frier of the Year the six finalists have all been given a ‘guest editor’ column in Chippy Chat. This month we start with winner Rachel Tweedale.

The Italian Job 36 There’s been a lot of talk

regarding Rome street food

The Open Day 38 Isle of Ely Produce and Chippy Chat open their doors

Field to Frier 40 Sustainably sourced potatoes your customers will love Potato Breaders 42 Ever thought about what goes into creating a potato variety?

On the Brighton Line 44 Fish + Liquor has become the latest addition to Brighton’s foodie scene

Property 46 Whether you’re on the move, or building an empire, take the first step on your journey here.

Guest Editor Rachel Page 34


2015

June World Oceans Day8

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KFE Open Day 14 Try before you fry!Market Deeping, Peterborough PE6 8LDwww.kfeltd.co.uk

Fish Friday 19 The Fishermen’s Mission www.fishermensmission.org.uk

September

Isle of Ely Produce 7 Open Daywww.isleofely.co.uk

NFFF Highland Fling 13 Crieff Hydro, Strathearn House, Crieff, Perthshire

www.federationoffishfriers.co.uk

British Food Fortnight 19

www.lovebritishfood.co.uk

Takeaway Innovation Expo 29 From building a better business to cutting edge kitchen kitLondon, ExCelwww.takeawayexpo.co.uk/

October The Fish Frying & Fast 11 Food Show Doncaster Racecoursewww.tquality.co.uk

December Chippy Chat 6 Chip Baron’s Ball www.chippychat.co.uk

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Diary DatesBusiness or pleasure, dates not to be missed....

Keep up to date with trade events by visiting www.chippychat.co.uk and clicking on events.


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There’s a clear reason Norwegian cod and haddock tastes so good. And it’s not just our water.Norway’s pristine waters give our cod and haddock their distinctively chunky, succulent white fl esh.

But just as importantly, our vessels freeze their catch at sea to lock in the Arctic freshness. Wherever you

see the Norge logo in fi sh & chip shops, you can rest assured that the cod or haddock you order is the

real thing, of exceptional quality and sustainably caught from our abundant stocks. Enjoy!

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Sitting pretty along the picturesque Norfolk coast at Drove Orchard, Eric’s Fish & Chips harks back to the traditional British fish and chip restaurants of the past

with a modern menu seasoned with contemporary European cuisine, carried over from Eric’s three AA Rosette restaurant...

Spritz a wedge of lemon and fill your lungs with the fresh, salty sea air as you tuck into a good ol’

fashioned fill of the daily catch.Using local, seasonal produce –

some sourced within mere miles of the restaurant – Eric’s Fish & Chips champions artisan producers, British farmers and sustainably caught fish.

T H E L O O KStep inside the restaurant to find industrial-meets-maritime with interiors designed by Shaun Clarkson ID. Think stripped back lighting, a timber-stacked counter with a bold yellow top and weathered wooden touches amongst a colour palette of sea greens, deep navy, white and accents of sunshine yellow. Table seating includes rustic, country-style dining chairs repainted in bright yellow while industrial metal bar stools

flank the longer bar area. A feature wall of tiles accents the colour palette and the menu is emblazoned upon a large vintage-style letter board on the tiled wall.

S E A S O N A L , S I M P L E S E A F O O DFresh and simple seaside favourites are what it’s all about with a ‘best of British’ ethos – local potatoes for the chips, cooked in beef dripping for maximum crunch and traditional taste. Cod, whiting or haddock will all be beer-battered to ensure optimum crisp and lightness with that iconic British flavour. A gluten-free batter is also available as well as local rapeseed oil for frying vegetarian orders. Children’s portions will include chips with cod, haddock, scampi or battered Dingley Dell sausage.

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Thorn in his Side!M A R V E L L O U S M A I N SMains, all under £10, with modern choices of mackerel with buttermilk, beetroot and sorrel or halloumi and spinach arancini. A selection of smaller plates include contemporary options that are great for sharing such as grilled baby squid; smoked salmon with horseradish from local fisherman Simon Letzer; dressed crab or a half a pint of prawns, both served with Eric’s homemade seafood sauce. E X C E P T I O N A L A C C O M P A N I M E N T SAll the classic chip shop sides are available including mushy peas, house-style curry sauce, pots of pickles with Norfolk quail’s eggs and battered Dingley Dell sausage. For something a little more cutting edge, savour a cod fishcake; battered scallops with lime; or green pea and smoked ham fritters all to be enjoyed with a dash of one of Eric’s uniquely created sauces, including seafood and black garlic aioli.

B U B B L E S W I T H B A T T E REver sipped champagne while tucking into a feed of freshly battered fish? Bubbles pair perfectly with the crisp crunch of

batter and the flaky, soft white fish within. A selection of prosecco, champagne and brut rosé is available by the bottle

S W E E T S C O O P SA menu of homemade ice creams alternatively, guests can build their own sundae topped with sweets and sauces for a unique summer treat.

E R I C ’ S F I S H & C H I P SDrove Orchard, Thornham Road, Thornham T: 07444 [email protected] @ericsFandC / Facebook.com/ericsfishandchips


Approximately 3 years ago the UK market was just waking up to the phenomenon of slow cooked pulled pork, slowly following

in the footsteps of the United States

As product Innovation Specialists we wanted to be at the forefront of providing a solution to the UK

market and it was important for us to deliver the Pulled Meat product without the intense traditional cooking process of slowly

cooking the joint, pulling the pork and adding sauce. Taste, Quality and Succulence were number 1!

We are proud to provide a pre-pulled sauced version in a easy to reheat store pouch - an outstanding variety of meats range perfect for the Fish and Chip Shop Sector.To entice our audience we offer a box of FREE samples for our clients to trial, this has given us some fantastic feedback and has also led to many orders.Feedback - ‘Absolutely delicious, would recommend to anyone!’ Mister C’s - following trial, stock deliveredWhilst we are happy to provide a personal service and deal directly with out customers, we are now moving into the wholesale

sector and you will soon be able to purchase through your local wholesaler. At the end of April we attended the Innovations Exhibition in Bolton - what a fantastic response we received, our stand was buzzing, everyone wanted a taste of the fantastic Pulled Meats - feedback was incredible and orders were placed, we couldn’t have asked for the range to have been received any better - happy days!Street Food has had a massive impact on the modernization of the traditional takeaway menu and for us to show how versatile this product is over chips or a simple side dish is very important, also ease of use for the chips shop industry - 1 - 2 - 3 - minutes to profit!

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Mix with the Best!When it comes to winning awards, any fish and chip frier will tell you that quality ingredients are the key to success...

That means choosing the best fish, the best potatoes and of course, the best batter mix. With many,

many regional and overall winners of the Seafish National Fish & Chip Awards choosing Kerry batter mixes, it’s further confirmation that these are indeed, the best batter mixtures on the market today.

Market leadership doesn’t come easily: Kerry’s brands of Goldensheaf and Henry Jones batter mixtures are made from selected wheats milled at Kerry’s own mills to the highest standards and are subject to rigorous testing throughout the manufacturing process. This ensures that every bag of Goldensheaf and Henry Jones sold is of the best possible quality and furthermore, will perform consistently and reliably every time. For the frier this means he or she can be certain that the batter served at lunchtime will be the same great quality as the batter served in the evening – day after day.

At Goldensheaf and Henry Jones, the technical teams are keen to keep abreast of changes in consumer preferences, so that customers keep ahead of the market. Great emphasis has been placed on ensuring that regional preferences are

catered for. In both the Goldensheaf and Henry Jones ranges, there are several varieties of batter mix, each reflecting a different requirement for taste, texture and colour. This means that the frier can choose a batter mix that specifically suits their customer base.

However, every frier knows that no matter how good the batter mix, it’s the skill of the individual using it that ensures the final product delivered to the consumer is at its best. The Frying Squad team of experts at Goldensheaf and Henry Jones spend their days working with friers across the UK to perfect the best methods of using their batter mixtures. As a result, every team member has a thorough and detailed knowledge of frying techniques and the working practices of the best shops throughout the UK. They like nothing better than to apply this knowledge in helping new, or existing shop owners and their staff to produce an excellent product every time. Their motto “We’re here to help!” really is genuine.

More information about Goldensheaf and Henry Jones batter mixtures can be found at www.kerry-foodservice.co.uk, along with a guide to frying fish, which can be downloaded as a useful training tool. Alternatively, friers can call the free Customer Careline on 0800 138 1938.


Established in 1989, Middleton Food Products has rapidly developed into a nationally and internationally known

company providing food coatings, mixes and customer service to the very highest of standards.

Middletons manufacture a wide range of batters to suit all individual tastes and to encompass the various regional styles. Their batters are as individual as our customers and should you require a simple recipe or natural colours then Middleton’s will have what you are looking for. This year, once again, the company has enjoyed success in the Fish and Chip Shop awards, with several category winners using Middleton’s batters and that is put down to the highest levels of quality and consistency that Middleton’s holds as its core value.

Ryan Baker, Sales Manager explains, “Some batter companies do not manufacture their own products. At Middleton’s we control all aspects of the manufacturing process and our wide range of products mean that our sales team can provide you with a sample to match your vision of the perfect batter” Ryan adds, “We believe one of the most important aspects of our success is our commitment to the fryer.

Flow CupOne product that Middleton’s have introduced to the market to help with the consistency of batter is the Middleton Flow cup. The Flow cup is designed to test the thickness of batter and is a simple way to ensure that anyone mixing the batter can achieve the desired result. Since introducing the product Middleton’s have put over 2000 flow cups into the industry.

Innovation Middletons have developed a new batter mix retail product.Sachets containing 250g of batter are produced to a customer’s design and packed with their batter mix. The first of these was The Bay Fish & Chips in Stonehaven, Aberdeen. This innovative new product was a runner up in this years Grampian Food Forum Innovation Awards.Calum Richardson Bay owner says “Middleton Foods have a slick approach and great facil ities, they have contracts in other key areas making them a big team player. They manufacturer quality products and can help take Bay brand forward - it was a one stop shop really.”

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Director Mark Polley credits the chain’s expansion to the hard work he and the team have put into maintaining

core values, high standards and love for the industry.

“We are proud to have developed an award winning brand, John Dory’s has received many industry accolades over the years and continue to represent Northern Ireland in several categories of the Seafish National Awards in London each year.

“We have to be consistent, not only in our service standards but in the quality of our fish & chips. We have a policy of only using the very best of ingredients so it is important that the batter we serve in all our shops is of the highest quality. We were looking for a consistent batter mix and The Batter

Company product, now known as Ceres was unique to Northern Ireland when we first started using it.

Ceres supply John Dory’s with a batter that has no artificial colour or preservatives, has a natural consistency and looks and tastes great. Our customers appreciate the care that we put into the batter.

We also use Ceres Natural Pea Seasoning. The Natural Pea Seasoning helps to enhance the flavour of homemade peas and of course, peas make the perfect accompaniment to fish and chips.

Having seven shops means that it can be a challenge to ensure consistency across all the shops. Using Ceres Fish and Chips products means that the margin for error is enormously reduced so that the products our customers enjoy will be natural, consistent and full of flavour, hopefully ensuring our customers come back to John Dory’s again and again.

Ensuring that we buy quality products from reputable suppliers such as Ceres saves us time as well as providing peace of mind that we are serving a nutritionally balanced, additive free product.

Fried with Passion and Served with PrideFor over 30 years, John Dory’s has grown from a stand alone corner chippy to a regional chain of seven award winning Traditional Fish and Chip shops. It is a family business with Stephen, Linda, Mandy and Mark the principles.


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Storms at sea, saucy secrets and sibling rivalry...Sir Caspian Delamere is a man on

a mission, to find the finest Fish and Chips in Britain. He’s narrowed it down to two seaside vendors - finalists for his GOLDEN FISH-FORK award.

By coincidence The Pickled Egg and The Silver Darling are rival establishments run by twins, Roderick and Annette Whale. Unable to agree on the best way to cook this iconic dish, they went their separate ways years ago, and now they find their food and their philosophies in direct competition for the coveted GOLDEN FISH-FORK.

Which portion will prevail? Rod’s old fashioned, homely style? Or Nettie’s high-tech twist on tradition? Their story is covered by journalist, Meriel Hacker, and she is after a scoop. So what will she

do when she hooks a much bigger fish than she ever expected...?

Hot, salty and wrapped in newspaper!One of Each uncovers the history of

Fish and Chips, and how they’ve become a national icon. It looks at geographical differences in the way the dish is prepared and served, and pits modern twists on the dish against traditional preferences.

Acclaimed playwright, Deborah McAndrew has been commissioned by Mikron to write the show. Deborah says;

“It’s always a lot of fun writing for Mikron, but working on One of Each has been a real labour of love. Like most British people, fish and chips are full of nostalgia for me. Right up until the present time it’s still a Friday family treat, but more evocative are the memories of childhood holidays: walking down the promenade at dusk, the sound and smell of the sea and the wind cooling my supper. If heaven exists, that’s what it is - hot, salty, seaside fish and chips.”Tickets (nationwide tour) www.mikron.org.uk

Mikron Theatre’s new savoury tale ‘One of Each’ is all about the nation’s favourite dish – Fish & Chips.

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Arthur, who lives in Lincoln in the UK, had a four-day visit to Norway thanks to The Elite Fish and Chip

Company, who paid for and organised his trip after Arthur’s family won a competition.

On Saturday (16th May) Arthur visited Trondheim Stavne Cemetery, the last resting place of brother Private Edward ‘Ted’ Harrison of the 4th Battalion of the Royal Lincolnshire Regiment.

Edward was killed in action near Steinkjer on 22nd April 1940, aged 21.

Accompanied by his son-in-law Trevor Fox, grandson Robert Crosbie and host Paul Kiddell, Arthur laid a Royal British Legion poppy wreath at Edward’s grave. Arthur and his family also visited Krogs Farm, the scene of a World War Two battle, and By Farm where Edward died.

“The weekend was marvellous – out of this world,” said Arthur. “We were treated like VIPs by the wonderful people of Norway. The experience has helped me discover the answers about what happened to my brother and helped me to finalise what was left open all of these years. I’m so grateful to Elite and everyone I met.”

Arthur’s grandson Robert Crosbie said: “We had an amazing weekend. Grandad has a smile from ear-to-ear! Paul Kiddell was a fantastic host and we will keep in touch.”

On Sunday, Arthur and family visited the Steinkjer Memorial and were thrilled to take part in Norway’s National Day in Namsos, where local dignitaries presented them with medals made from salvaged Norwegian silver.

Robert Crosbie added: “We would like to thank the lovely people of Namsos for an

amazing day. We were honoured to share their National Day with them.”

Arthur’s daughter Susan Fox said: “They had a truly wonderful time. They were treated like VIPs for the weekend.”

The trip to Norway was organised and funded by The Elite Fish and Chip Company after Arthur’s wish was chosen as the winner of its Christmas Wish competition.

Rachel Tweedale, manager of The Elite Fish and Chip Company’s Sleaford restaurant and takeaway, said: “It’s been an honour and a privilege to have helped in making Arthur’s wish come true.”

Private Edward Harrison was killed in action on 22nd April 1940 at By Farm, two kilometres north east of Steinkjer, when the German Luftwaffe bombed and destroyed Steinkjer. Edward was initially buried in a field. He was reburied at the church in the nearby village of Egge on 17th May 1940 (Norway’s National Day). After the war, the Commonwealth War Graves Commission reburied Edward at Trondheim.

Ninety-one-year-old war veteran Arthur Harrison has for the first time visited the Norway grave of his brother, who was killed in action 75 years ago.

Back left to right: Arthur Harrison, Robert Crosbie and Trevor Fox taking part in Norway’s National Day in Namsos

Private Edward Harrison

Left to right: Trevor Fox, Arthur Harrison and Robert Crosbie at Trondheim Stavne Cemetery, Norway

Arthur’s Dream comes true thanks to The Elite Fish & Chip Company


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(closes June 19th)Open to all independent fish and chip businesses with a takeaway facility and with two or less shops.

Independent Fish and Chip Restaurant of the Year AwardOpen to all independent fish and chip restaurants (with a maximum of three outlets if part of a chain).

Best Mobile Fish & Chip Operator AwardOpen to operators of mobile fish and chip businesses.

Best Foodservice Operator AwardOpen to foodservice operators that serve fish and chips, eg., pubs, cafes, department stores, hotels, travel and leisure.

Best Multiple Fish & Chip Operator AwardFish and chip operators with three or more outlets including franchises.

Best Newcomer AwardFish and chip operators that are new to the industry from 30 September 2011 onwards.

Staff Training & Development AwardOpen to all fish and chip businesses.

From Field to Frier AwardOpen to all fish and chip businesses and rewarding knowledge and promotion of responsible storage of potatoes.

Drywite Young Fish Frier of the Year AwardOpen to all applicants who are aged 25 years or younger as of 31 December 2015.

Marketing Innovation AwardOpen to all fish and chip businesses.

The Great ‘Fish & Chip’ School Lunch Award Rewarding schools that excel at the promotion and awareness raising of fish and chips

Good Catch – The Sustainable Seafood AwardOpen to all fish and chip businesses and rewarding knowledge and promotion of responsible sourcing and sustainability practices.

Healthy Eating ‘Fish & Chips’ Award Open to all fish and chip businesses and rewarding those that are excelling in educating and informing their customers on healthy choices and the nutritional values of fish and chips.

NFFF Quality Award Champion AwardOpen to all current NFFF Quality Award holders.

There’s still time to enter the Awards!The various award categories in the 2016 awards are:

Enter And Win! All businesses who submit an entry to the flagship Independent Takeaway Fish and Chip Shop of the Year Award will be entered in a free prize draw to win a £2,000 voucher from BD Signs http://bdsignsnottingham.co.uk/ – which can be used for the purchase of some new state of the art digital menu boards and signage for your shop.

Full details of the 2016 awards along with eligibility criteria, rules and entry forms for the various award categories can be found at www.fishandchipawards.com – for further information about entering the awards please e-mail [email protected] – and you can keep up to date with all the news about the awards at https://twitter.com/FishnChipAwards


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Are you ready to rock and roll?’ hollered lead singer Andy Pelos as Showaddywaddy launched

into their performance. It was a pretty redundant question.

It’s remarkable to think that Showaddywaddy were formed more than 40 years ago and even then their music was in the nostalgia bracket as their 1950s throwback act propelled them to stardom.

So their show now is for all ages - those still with us who remember the likes of

When, Under the Moon of Love and You Got What it Takes from the first time around, what seems to be the majority of their audience, namely those who were raised on the reworking of those classics, and a fair smattering of younger fans too.

So it’s very much a sing-along-a-Showaddywaddy. We had loads of yeah yeahs and do-wah-diddys and even the odd wop-bop-a-loo-bop or two.

At one point many audience members were up on the stage itself, the band submerged in a sea of dancers as the music thumped on.

The ball was attended by many of the UK’s top fryers and also other key suppliers to the industry too. The evening was once again organised by Avril Williams (with help from the rest of the family), she gave us a real night to remember.

Once again KFE put on a great evening at the Forest of Arden complex last month. Their

Summer Balls are renowned for their guest star acts who each year seem to get better and better.

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Now in its sixth year, ITICA National Fish & Chips Day was created by the Irish Traditional Italian Chippers

Association (ITICA) to celebrate the 130 year old tradition of a ‘one and one’. Over 180 ITICA members throughout Ireland took part and offer their customers half price fish and chips to mark the occasion.One lucky member of the public also won 10,000 Euros in holiday vouchers too as a reward for visiting their local chip shop. Peter Borza , Chairman, IT ICA, commented: “We warmly welcomed in our local communities recently as we marked National Fish & Chips Day for the sixth consecutive year. It’s a great way to thank our customers for their support, and highlight the heritage behind the Irish Italian chipper culture and emphasise what makes our family run chippers unique. Established in December 2009 and now with over 180 members throughout the country, ITICA was created to promote and build on the traditional values and ethos of the Irish Italian chipper community. In their first six months, ITICA successfully launched National Fish &

Chips Day to celebrate the tradition of fish and chips. All ITICA member chippers carry the official ITICA logo which assures customers of the highest levels of quality and service.The Irish Italian chipper culture was started by members of the Irish Italian community who arrived in Ireland in the 1880’s. All members of this community come from the villages in Val Di Comino in Southern Italy.For further information, please log on to www.itica.ie or find them on Facebook.

It was a real celebration of fish and chips recently across the water in Ireland! An estimated 200,000 people visited their local ITICA chipper on Wednesday 27th May to celebrate National Fish & Chips Day in Ireland.

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It will be a real grand occasion where you can catch up with all of your friends and colleagues and let your hair down too.It will also be a chance to congratulate

the main finalists just one month before they all go head to head at the National Fish and Chip Awards in January.

The all-important date for your diaries is Sunday December 6th 2015.

Places for this event are already limited many people who attended in 2014 have already pre-booked . Please can you email [email protected] if you wish to attend and let her know how many tickets you require?

‘Chippy Chat Plus’ members will receive precedent for tickets and receive a discounted rate. Many members saved the membership alone with the reduced

table cost! So it’s the perfect time to join up if your not already a Chippy Chat Plus member.

Prices are just £60 each or £540 for a table of ten, with Chippy Chat Plus members paying just £54 and £498 respectively.

Smales Blakemans and KFE have already signed up for our special sponsorship packages. If you are interested in sponsoring the Ball please email [email protected].

The high quality three course meal will be followed by the voice of the stars Pete Jay and then finally a great disco for you to have a boogie. The photo booth and casino will be there to entertain you again too.

It’s an excellent way to reward staff, relax with loved ones and catch up with friends in the trade.

We have a special rate at the hotel for staying over too. Car parking and wi-fi will be FREE.

Call 01353 865 966 to pre-book your tickets today.

Chip Baron’s NightThe Chip Baron’s Ball is back and will be held once again at the Holiday Inn in Peterborough. With space for nearly 300 people we are planning a really great party for the industry.


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As part of their prize from the 2015 Young Fish Frier of the Year the six finalists have all been given a ‘guest editor’ column in Chippy Chat. This month we start with winner Rachel Tweedale.

Recently, you may have seen Arthur’s wish – the story of war veteran Arthur Harrison, 91, from

Lincoln who visited the Norway grave of his brother who was killed in action 75 years ago. Arthur’s trip was organised and funded by The Elite Fish and Chip Company when we chose Arthur’s wish as the winner of our Christmas Wish competition. The story attracted a lot of interest from the media, and I had my first taste of being interviewed by the TV cameras when BBC Look North filmed at our Lincoln restaurant and takeaway. (See full story on page24)

Also in May, I had a really enjoyable day as a guest tutor on a NFFF training course, getting to know and talk to friers already in the trade and those looking to start out. This is something I look forward to doing more of. It was also fantastic to catch up with the friends in the industry at the KFE Ball – it was great hospitality and a great night!

June is a hot month for the fish and chip industry! On 5th June, it’s National Fish and Chip Day - it’s great to see the industry unite in promoting what we’re all so passionate about. Then, on 19th June, it’s Fish Friday, the national fundraising day for The Fishermen’s

Mission. At The Elite Fish and Chip Company, in the 20th birthday year of our Lincoln restaurant and takeaway, we’ll be trying to raise as much money as possible for The Fishermen’s Mission on Fish Friday, to give back to the UK fishermen and their families who make the fish frier’s job possible.

From 1st to 3rd June I’ll be in Norway visiting Ramoen AS to observe their practices and speak at a conference in front of the Norwegian Seafood Council about the fish and chip industry, its history and future.

It doesn’t feel a year ago since I was filling out the application form for the Drywite Young Fish Frier of the Year competition! To those who’ve decided to enter this year, I wish you the very best of luck. The competition will open up many fantastic opportunities for your career. I was very happy to accept an invitation from Seafish to speak at the World Seafood Congress in Grimsby on 7th September and represent young friers in our industry. I’ll talk about how the Drywite competition enables young friers to develop their knowledge and skills. There’s a huge network of support within the young friers’ group, so please get in touch if you’ve any questions.

Chippy Chat Guest Editor Rachel Tweedale


Our mentality is filtering, filtering, filtering. We are constantly filtering our oil, from the in-built filtration

system to manually scraping and sieving for scraps and carbon particles.Watch out for small particles from food, especially breadcrumbs from frozen food – these can be the main culprits for breaking down oil faster. Luckily, combining our care for filtration with FriWite being such a good quality long life oil, we can get around 5 days out of our oil.I never leave my filtering until the next day – I make sure that all of the particles that could break down the oil overnight (even when the range is turned off) are removed after the night shift.We have a separate range for Gluten Free customers. FriWite works well for us as it is long life and is not affected by turning the range on and off/or altering the temperature up and down when needed. A pan of FriWite that I used yesterday is still perfect the next day that I turn my range on.Handling the oil with the plastic wrapping around FriWite enabled me to have a much better grip, giving me more control of how much goes in the pan and instead of it just slipping out, putting me at risk of any hazardous ‘splash backs’.

I like to be transparent with my oil – I use FriWite posters and window stickers - even our staff use FriWite pens – to reinforce to my customers that we are frying in a healthier alternative.My final point is my cost savings. Not only do I use less oil as it lasts longer, I have noticed a significant decrease in what I am spending ever since I switched over to FriWite.Pure, light, and cost effective – a few of the many benefits that has seen fish friers throughout the UK switching to FriWite 100% palm oil. Contact your nearest Q Partnership supplier today to fry the benefits for yourself.

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The Italian Job

Fried fillet of bacala’ (salt cod) is a Roman standard. The flaky fillets are dipped in a heavy egg batter,

fried, and served piping hot. Although you can usually find them served at most pizzerias around town, the best place to enjoy them is Dar Filettaro.

This small hole-in-the-wall doesn’t kid around. They specialize in one thing, and one thing only: big, steaming hunks of freshly fried bacala’. Yes, there are a few other things on the menu, including a few different kinds of preserved pickled

vegetables. And if you want to be really Roman, order a plate of acciughe con burro, anchovies with butter, to start.

But the main draw is of course the ‘bacala’. You order it by the piece, and each is really quite big. I can barely make it through one, although my husband can eat at least one and half. But don’t worry, you can always order until you are full. And don’t even think about using a knife and fork. Those flimsy little napkins that are hiding under your plate are there for a reason. Grab a couple and use them to hold your filetto, which is meant to be eaten with your hands.

If you are there winter through early spring, make sure you order the puntarelle, a salad of endive dressed with a lemony anchovy vinaigrette. And if you want to be truly authentic, order a carafe of the slightly fizzy house white, still decanted from taps in the vintage fridge.

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There’s been a lot of talk regarding Rome street food lately. You would think that street food has

been ‘rediscovered’ by a new generation. But there’s one place that has been serving the same

simple, quick and cheap Roman street food for generations.

By Elizabeth Minchilli


(I usually play it safe, and stick to beer )In the summer the outdoor tables in the

tiny pedestrian piazza are heavenly.My only gripe is that they aren’t open

for lunch. They do, however, open at 5:30 pm so you can actually make this a stop before dinner if you’d like. And if the lines are too much (there are always lines at dinner time), just head straight to the back to the kitchen and order your bacala to go. That’s what Romans do.

Elizabeth has published a book on her experiences of food in Italy - ‘Eating Rome’.

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Free Ticket Giveaway!

It will be an important day for suppliers too, as much of the day will be spent exchanging ideas and listening to key

speakers presenting ideas from across the industry.

The event will be held on Monday 7th September in Ely, Cambridgeshire and will be available on a first come first served basis. Last year we were oversubscribed, so at first we will accept Chippy Chat Plus Members. (The KFE open day is on September 6th so many people could choose to visit both).

Included in the day will be a visit to one of the biggest potato farmers in Cambridgeshire. We will also supply refreshments.

It is hoped then that many people will stay on in Ely and then meet up later for a meal and a few drinks whilst discussing the latest trends in the industry and how everyone can get involved with promoting fish and chips!

Isle of Ely Produce once again sponsor the ‘From Field to Frier Award’ in the National Fish and Chip Awards 2016,

organised by Seafish. This event is an extension of that commitment to the industry.

The From Field to Frier Award recognises businesses for their excellence in potato knowledge, sourcing and storage, and their attention to detail and skill in producing quality chips.

Oliver Boutwood, Director of Isle of Ely Produce said: “Our purpose is very much to be at the heart of our business communities and to champion their aspirations and to support them - this open day event will help cement our position further and increase the bond we already have within the trade from field to frier”.

To take part (the day is free) email your details to [email protected]. Or phone Isle of Ely Produce on 01353 863355

This FREE event will be first come first served and is expected to fill up soon. Maximum two people per shop/company please.

Key suppliers including Drywite, KFE, and Middleton Foods will also be sponsoring the day and in attendance. If you would like to be a sponsor please call Austen Dack on 07863 123 929 or email him at [email protected].

Isle of Ely Produce and Chippy Chat are to once again open their doors to chip shop

owners and managers so they can see first-hand the journey a potato makes

before it reaches their shops.

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Christopher LeeIntroduced the Movie and eventually lead the tour of the farm

P J Lee’s Short movie gives an insight into modern potato farming practices

Bus loads of chippies and suppliers arrive at P J Lee’s Farm for the grand tour

At Isle of Ely Produce HQ the Stage was set for a series of entertaining speakers and experts from all areas of the trade

Chippy Chat Editor Austen Dack sets the

agenda

Greg Howard NFFF President opened the event

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Just a little of what happened at last year’s event


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When frying your chips there are many things to consider, but have you thought about what

goes into creating a potato variety?

What’s it like to be a Potato Breeder?

As Europe’s leading potato breeder, Agrico have bred many successful chipping varieties and the chances

are you may have heard of, or even used some of them at some stage. They include Agria, Markies, Fontane, Premiere and Performer amongst others.

The journey of a potato is a long and complex one, but starting at the very beginning is the breeding of the potato itself. There are literally hundreds of varieties in existence, some more successful than others, and new and improved ones are being bred all the time. Potato breeders are constantly listening to what the market wants, and look to breed these desired characteristics into a new variety - For instance in the UK we rate taste as important, whereas less

“Starting with 170,000 unique seedlings, it takes at least 11 years of trials, evaluations, and selections to bring just a handful to fruition, at a cost of millions”

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The tasty chipping variety Agria is one of the varieties bred by Agrico

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Agrico UK Ltd is a specialist breeder and supplier of high grade seed potatoes, bringing innovative

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“Potato breeders cross pollinate carefully selected parent plants that demonstrate the best traits”

developed countries might prefer those varieties that are easy to grow, and produce the highest yields to feed their population.

Breeding new potatoes is a lengthy and costly investment! Agrico have their own breeding and research facility with a team of over twenty people that cross pollinate carefully selected parent plants that demonstrate the best traits. Starting with 170,000 unique seedlings, it takes at least 11 years of trials, evaluations, and selections to bring just a handful to fruition, at a cost of millions. At this stage it takes a further 6 years to grow enough seed potatoes to sell commercially. A further year to grow the seed into a crop for consumption, so nearly 20 years in total. In this industry you have to take the long term view! To make all of this worthwhile and to get a return on their million pound per variety investment, breeders have the exclusive rights to a new variety for a 30 year period.

Not all potato varieties will work as chippers. They typically need to be long and ovular in shape, produce uniformly big tubers and have shallow eyes so that there is less wastage when peeling. The dry matter content, i.e. the percentage of the potato that is solid rather than water, is also important, and is ideally between 20-22%. If it is too low then it won’t have the required texture, will absorb more oil and subsequently end up as a limp soggy chip; Too high and it can make the potato susceptible to bruising and creates a hard textured chip. Other things such as fry colour must also be considered. Yellower varieties such as Agria are often preferred in the chipping market, whereas Markies is known for being a paler chip.

Potato breeding is a highly specialised profession that underpins the entire potato industry. There’s a huge amount of work that happens behind the scenes to create your chips, so next time you’re frying up, spare a thought for the potato and the breeding expertise it took to create it.


The interior of the restaurant has a sense of humour, with vintage comic book pages as wallpaper, a raw

industrial themed bar and a 1970’s-flat-themed snug at the back for private parties, complete with retro furniture and décor.

The menu is predominantly centred around fresh fish and seafood, which is caught locally and responsibly, and use their chef’s own recipes to create upgraded versions of classic chippy favourites, including pea fritter with mint and yoghurt

and battered cod fillet served in a brioche bun. A menu favourite is sure to be the ‘fish dog’ – a mouth-watering fish cake /hot dog hybrid. Traditional Fish and Chips, deluxe pies, prime beef burger with house sauce and king prawns and homemade battered sausage are also on the menu.

The ‘Liquor ’ part of the

restaurant’s name reflects the extremely well stocked bar, carrying spirits including Brighton Gin, and there’s even a mixologist on hand to whip up cocktails to complement your fish ‘n’ chips. Plus there is an extensive collection of craft beer, sourced locally and globally, and carefully chosen to match the dishes on the menu, including East Coast IPA, Belhaven and Draft Noble.

Set right on the seafront, opposite the wheel and under the arches, Fish + Liquor provides shelter from the elements in the winter months. Tables are stretched over the pavement for the warmer seasons, providing a view of the hustle and bustle of the promenade. Owner David Roberts says: “We saw a demand for people wanting local favourite fish ‘n’ chips on the beach, but in the comfort of a quirky restaurant, embracing the fun and vintage feel that Brighton loves. Customers are able to enjoy a cocktail or a cold beer with some classic British food, but with a gourmet twist”.

On the Brighton Line!Fish + Liquor has become the latest addition to Brighton’s foodie scene, serving

up classic seaside favourite fish ‘n’ chip fare but with a gourmet twist, and in a retro, comic book-themed restaurant.


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Successful Fish and Chip Shop Sells in Ayrshire!

Bruce and Co. are pleased to announce the sale of Gina’s, a well-established and profitable fish and chip

shop, located in the seaside town of Ayr, Ayrshire. The business had been under the care of Mr and Mrs

Mchattie for three years, and during this time, has traded successfully whilst forming an excellent base of loyal clientele. Trade had been generated from repeat custom from the local community, as well as from passing trade due to the business being situated on one of the main roads within the town. Trading successfully, the business was only brought to the market due to the owner’s wish to retire.

Gina’s occupies a single storey unit of a purpose built row of shops, and benefits from a large display window at the front of the building. The property itself is superbly presented and came fully fitted with all necessary equipment required to operate a business of this nature – including a 3 pan fryer, a well maintained preparation area, and a storage area. Gina’s therefore provided new owners with an opportunity to purchase a business in walk-in condition, and allowed new owners to start trading immediately. Although Gina’s benefitted from a high turnover, there is room for the new owner to increase this by, for example, extending opening hours at lunch times and introducing a delivery service.

Once on the market, the business was bought by Mrs Chalal, who is an experienced buyer, and who owns another business in a different sector nearby. The location of Gina’s was a key feature which prompted Mrs Chalal to put an offer in and the leasehold premises was sold for £55,000.

The sellers Mr and Mrs Mchattie were happy with the service from Bruce & Co. stating, “We had no problems through selling our business through Bruce & Co, and would recommend them.”

To find out more details about the businesses available for sale, and sold, through Bruce & Co please visit: www.bruceandco.co.uk

Thriving Take Away for Sale in Dolgellau!

Kings Business Transfer are pleased to present the sale of a wonderful fish and chip takeaway, occupying a

prominent trading position within the delightful market town of Dolgellau, in Gwynedd! Dolgellau is well known for its beautiful countryside and its places of historical interest; making it an area which attracts many tourists throughout the year.

Cosy Takeaway is located just off Eldon Square, which is the centre of town. There are a number of local businesses nearby, and so there is a hive of activity within the area throughout the day from the large number of residents that live within and near the area, and work professionals who travel to and from work.

Having successfully operated in the town for many years; this highly renowned business has earned a truly enviable reputation for offering the finest fresh cuisine with a warm and friendly service. The business therefore enjoys an extensive and loyal customer base; attracting repeat trade from the immediate vicinity as well as neighbouring villages and towns.

The business operates from highly visible double fronted three storey premises, which is presented to a very high standard. Incorporating a range of valuable catering equipment; the business would allow the new owner to overtake the business easily and start trading immediately.

The sale of the business also comes with spacious and versatile self contained living accommodation. The accommodation briefly comprises of two double bedrooms, family bathroom, living room, dining room, kitchen, and WC facilities.

Proving a fantastic lifestyle opportunity; the sale of Cosy Takeaway will allow a new owner to take over an already thriving and successful business, whilst offering genuine scope for growth. For example, the business currently only offers a traditional menu, and operates on limited openings. Therefore, the sale provides the new owner with an opportunity to expand the menu, whilst increasing the opening times and these enhancements would not only undoubtedly increase the weekly sales, but also enhance overall profitability.

The business is for sale on a freehold basis, for offers in the region of £300,000. If you require any further information on this business please do not hesitate to contact us on 0844 7011 823, quoting the reference 41650.

To find out more details about the businesses available for sale, and sold, through Kings Business Transfer please visit: www.kingsbt.co.uk

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DurhamWeekly Turnover: £3,000

Low OverheadsTenure: Leasehold

£87,950 Ref:1748

West YorkshireWeekly Turnover: £1,200

Limited OpeningsTenure: Leasehold

£39,950 Ref:1737

Tyne and WearWeekly Turnover: £2,250

Prime LocationTenure: Leasehold

£61,500 Ref:1732

EssexWeekly Turnover: £2,500

30+ CoversTenure: Leasehold

£85,000 Ref:1754

South WalesWeekly Turnover: £2,500Established over 20 years

Tenure: Leasehold

£55,000 Ref:1677

West YorkshireWeekly Turnover: £2,000

Ideal for Owner OperationTenure: Leasehold

£35,000 Ref:1620

NorfolkWeekly Turnover: £4,000

Minimal CompetitionTenure: Freehold

£430,000 Ref:1618

East YorkshireWeekly Turnover: £3,500

Extremely well fittedTenure: Leasehold

£49,950 Ref:1583

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Three businesses either separately or together

Knightsbridge are delighted to bring o the market this fantastic opportunity to purchase these three businesses either separately or together for an attractive price of £174,950 (negotiable).All three businesses represent a turnkey opportunity with no investment required for equipment or shop fitting, all shops fitted to the highest standard having all been refurbished in the last two years.Two of the three Stores hold the National Quality Award Certificate, an accolade of which there are only 300 that have been awarded in the UK..There is the opportunity to significantly increase business across all three stores by extending opening hours, delivery service and menu options.One of the stores finished at No15 in a top 500 Survey of the Best Fish & Chip Shops in the UK, which represents a unique marketing opportunity.The stores benefit from excellent branding which can be extended into other areas of marketing.The brand includes a first class web site, social media contact database and electronic APP allowing specific customer promotions to be sent to registered users, which would all be included in the sale price.All stores are available on Leasehold basis, all with very long lease periods remaining (22 Years).

AWARD WINNING FISH AND CHIP SHOP – MIDDLESBROUGH – 143153WT £1,800 when trading (currently closed)Excellent locationOutside seatingWell presented

FISH AND CHIP SHOP – NORTH EAST – 143159WT £2,000Well establishedFantastic growth potentialEnviable trading location

FISH AND CHIP SHOP – NORTH EAST – 143158WT £4,000

Well presented and established businessAward winning Fish and ChipsAlso offers sandwiches, pies and pastries


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> Established fish & chip take away and cafe> 34 cover dining area> Weekly turnover circa £5,000> Prime town centre location

Ref: 43312

£100,000LEASEHOLD

GIOVANNI'S FISH BARMID GLAMORGAN

> Top class fish and chip shop> Excellent main road position> Weekly turnover circa £5,000> Highly populated area> Fantastic scope to expand

Ref: 43212

£135,000LEASEHOLD

GREENBANK F&CMERSEYSIDE

> Traditional fish & chip takeaway in prime position > Weekly turnover circa £5,000> FItted to a high standard> Monopoly position

Ref: 43585

£199,950LEASEHOLD

THE VILLAGE FISH BARSHROPSHIRE

> Fish & chip restaurant & takeaway > 70 covers> Central town location> Annual turnover circa £170k

Ref: 43144

SQUIRES OF PAIGNTONDEVON

£134,950LEASEHOLD

REF: 43610 FREEHOLD

> Established since 1937

> Enviable town centre location

> Seating for 12

> Fully equipped commercial kitchen

> Large grounds to the rear

> 2 bedroom owner’s �at

> Excellent opportunity to expand

Chip Ahoy has been serving traditional fish and chips in the beautiful South East Cornwall village of Polperro for the past 55 years. Due to its ideal and prominent position, the business benefits from high levels of passing trade during the busy summer season. It is the only fish & chip shop in the village, and therefore has no competition.

Chips Ahoy - Cornwall

REF: 42882 £575,000

> Well established

> Prominent trading location

> T/o circa £7,000 per week

> Bene�ts from repeat custom

> 5 Bedroom �at

> Ideal relocation opportunity

Rendezvous offers a wide range of traditional fish and chip fare,along with home-made pizzas and kebabs. The business has built up a fantastic reputation within the local community, andalthough the business is trading extremely successfully, there isstill opportunity to expand the business.

Rendezvouz Fish & Chip Shop - Kelso

£140,000REF: 43120

> Established since the 1960s

> Town centre location

> Well equipped

> True walk in condition

> Immaculately �tted

> Fantastic potential

£395,000

The Fish and Chip Company offers traditional fish and chips along with a wide range of fresh pizzas and pastas. The business enjoys much repeat custom; particularly due to its excellent location on the high street of Auchterarder.

The property is a traditionally built terraced building; presented over two floors. The business is located on the ground floor, with the owner’s accommodation on the first floor.

The Fish & Chip Company - Perth And Kinross

FREEHOLD

LEASEHOLD

> Lucrative fish & chip take away> Prime main road position> Weekly turnover circa £4,500> Immaculately fitted throughout> 2 bed accommodation

Ref: 43149

£174,995LEASEHOLD

RECTORY FISH BARNOTTINGHAM

> Chinese take away> Excellent main road location > Weekly turnover circa £2,500 > 2 storey, 3 bedroom flat> Excellent opportunity

Ref: 43119

£220,000FREEHOLD

MEI SUMLIVERPOOL

> Impressive fish & chip takeaway with 25 cover dining area> Prime city centre position> Weekly takings circa £3,000> Immaculately fitted

Ref: 43069

£150,000LEASEHOLD

CITY CHIPPYCOVENTRY

> Well est. fish & chip take away> Populated residential area> Weekly turnover circa £4,500> Low overhead costs > Valuable equipment

Ref: 43050

ACROPOLISCLWYD

£120,000LEASEHOLD

> Profitable fish & chip shop> 22 seating covers > Weekly takings £2,500 > Coastal location> Modern, valuable equipment

Ref: 42843

£64,950LEASEHOLD

PASCO'S PLAICECLEVELAND

> Italian take away> Prime trading position> Weekly turnover circa £3,250> Superbly fitted > Excellent opportunity

Ref: 42589

£60,000LEASEHOLD

PIZZA ITALIALIVERPOOL

£750,000FREEHOLD

F&C RESTAURANTNORFOLK

> Established fish & chip Shop > Excellent locale> Fully equipped> Well performing > True walk in condition

Ref: 43171

PAULS FISH & CHICKEN BARKIRKCALDY

£150KFREEHOLD

> Fish and chip shop with Indian take away> Excellent trading location> Fitted with modern equipment > Well est. customer base

Ref: 43269

£30,000LEASEHOLD

KIRKLAND FISH & CHIPSMETHILL

> Successful fish and chip shop> Well established> Fully equipped> EBITDA £67,000> Excellent locale

Ref: 43262

£375,000FREEHOLD

CLAUDIO’SGLASGOW

> Award winning fish & chip restaurant/ take away> Stunning location> Turnover circa £660,000 p/a> Deluxe owner’s accomm.

Ref: 43024

£1.25MFREEHOLD

PORT AND STARBOARDCORNWALL

> Excellent trading location > Seating area - 10 covers> Owner’s accommodation> Well est. customer base> Fitted with modern equipment

Ref: 42171

CHIPS N THINGS MONTROSE

£440,000FREEHOLD

N O W I N C L U D E S

> Fish & chip take away, restaurant and licensed bar> Populated residential area> Weekly turnover circa £6,000> 3 double bed accomodation

Ref: 42546


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