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King (and Queen) of the Road! Once again hundreds descended on London for the 2017 Fish and Chip awards (in association with Seafish) to see just who would walk away with the biggest prizes in our industry. Congratulations of course go to Kingfisher Chippy from Plympton, Plymouth. Second Austen Dack

was Burton Road Chippy (look out for their

Publishing Editor

FA Cup exploits) and third Millers (also on

Once again our Feb edition has around 20

pages 6-7).

pages of awards coverage.

The top ten regional finalists this year were all

Isle of Ely Produce backed the ‘Field to

brilliant and judging was a close call indeed.

Frier’ award which was won by Krispies

Well done to all of the other finalists and

from Exmouth.

award winners across all of the categories.

Our front page partner for Feb is JJ’s who

With the right PR skills this competition

have delivered a brand new packaging

should provide them all with some good

option for the industry.

trade uplift in the coming year. We look

Please contact me at austen@chippychat.

forward to working with you all in the

co.uk if you have any news or would like to

future.

join our list of supplier partners. Austen

Chippy Chat Ltd Oak Lane Littleport Ely Cambridgeshire CB6 1RS

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Music was my first love A Miller’s tale

Diary Dates

Business or pleasure, dates not to be missed

JJ’s Boxing Clever

JJ’s Launch new eye-catching packaging

Kingfisher Crowned!

...the best fish and chip shop in the UK at the 2017 National Fish & Chip Awards

Harbour Lights

Best Independent Fish and Chip Restaurant Award

Best Newcommer/Good Catch Longsands Fish Kitchen Tynemouth and Rockfish in Devon Take the honours

Healthy Eating/Marketing

Towngate Fisheries and Papa’s Fish & Chips

Best Multiple/NFFF Quality Rockfish in Devon and Fochabers Fish Bar, Fochabers, Moray

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Inside February 2017

What’s Cooking? Henry Colbeck once again did the fish and chip industry proud

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MUSIC WAS MY FIRST LOVE! (but fish will be my last) By Austen Dack and Nick Miller

Tell us a little about the history of Millers? Millers is a fourth generation, family run fish and chip shop in Haxby. The shop is managed by myself, Nick Miller, and my father, David Miller. Fish and Chips has played such an important part in our family history, ever since my GreatGrandfather, Joe Miller opened his first shop during World War 2. I grew up in the shop and spent a lot of time here when I was younger – I was actually in a Seafish Training video that was filmed in our shop way back in the 90s! Nick, what were you doing in music? What made you change direction in your career? I spent a large amount of time travelling the world as a professional drummer. I played with a variety of live bands, spanning lots of genres and I’ve been lucky enough to be a part of some amazing world tours, theatre shows and even orchestras! After taking some time off, I found myself spending more and

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more time in the shop. The more time I spent working at the shop with my Dad, the more I fell in love with it. Eventually, I was sitting in a studio in Nashville one day and realised I’d become so attached to the shop and my vision for it that I couldn’t think of anything else- it was time to go home. I’ve gone from playing in front of thousands of people on a Friday night to serving them fish and chips instead and I wouldn’t change a thing. How has Millers evolved particularly in the last year? We’ve made so many changes in the last year, from the type of batter we use and our serving procedures all the way to a complete shop renovation and the installation of a new Florigo range. My dad worked as a chef on a luxury cruise liner for a long time, so we came up with the idea of bistro nights: opening late once a week to offer an extended menu of seafood (all MSC certified!) to our customers. I’ve also introduced social media to the business. Nothing in terms

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of digital and social marketing existed before I joined Dad in the shop, but now we’ve been able to spread the word of fish and chips far and wide thanks to the likes of Facebook, Twitter and Instagram! How was the awards process and are you entering again? The awards process was absolutely fantastic, exhilarating, exhausting and everything in between! I attended last year and, after experiencing it all for the first time, I just knew we had to enter. I was blown away by it all: the fantastic atmosphere, the friendliness of everyone there; just the spirit of everyone coming together to celebrate the industry we’re all so proud of. We just want to say thank you to Seafish for presenting us with such a great opportunity, because we’ve never looked back. This is the first time we’ve ever entered anything like this before, and it’s been such an amazing experience – not just for us, but for all of our staff and customers. The whole thing has been unforgettable and we can’t believe how much our community have got behind us throughout the year and all the way to the final. We’re delighted to have come third place and we’d urge anyone out there who hasn’t entered to stop thinking about it and get on it! What do you think of the wider fish and chip community as you get more involved? That’s probably the most powerful thing about the awards and the awards process as a whole – the camaraderie, good will and support of the industry for each other’s achievements. It’s easy to work away in your shop and only work with your suppliers but there is a whole industry out there that has a lot to be proud of. We have never been more connected with our industry, all around the country, and we couldn’t be more proud of that. www.millersfish.co.uk

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Diary Dates Business or pleasure, dates not to be missed... February 26

May 14

Innovations 2017

KFE Ball

The North’s Premier Fish & Chips and Fast Food Exhibition at the Macron Stadium Bolton With over 70 exhibitors, the 2017 Exhibition promises to be the biggest and best yet!

Annual Dinner Dance Sunday 14th May Call 01778 380 448 for your ticket. Featuring the Stars from the commitments www.kfeltd.co.uk

June 2 National Fish & Chip Day

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MARCH 6

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March 19

British Pie Week British Pie Week 6th March 12th March 2017 For tips to find out how you can make the tastiest and most creative pies for your customers visit... www.national-awareness-days.com

FRY I.T 2017 The ultimate Chippy Exhibition goes to Westpoint Arena, Exeter http://friarspride.com/fry-it-2017

September 17 Isle of Ely Open Day

MARCH 8

Sunday September 17th – Isle of Ely Open Day. The top day for friers and suppliers. austen@ chippychat for your free ticket. Guest speakers include Kingfishers, Papas and Krispies

British Pie Awards British Pie Awards Melton Mowbray, Wednesday 8th. The British Pie Awards is a celebration of the British Pie, recognising the craft and skills of those that produce them whilst promoting British produce and our regional specialities

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December 3 The Chip Barons’ Ball

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MARCH 20th - 22nd KFE School of Frying Excellence hits the road KFE On a Mission Monday 20th - Wednesday 22nd March, KFE is taking its School of Frying Excellence out on the road in a fundraising initiative to support the Fishermen’s Mission www.kfeltd.co.uk

Celebrate the nation’s favourite dish on Friday, 2nd June 2017.

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The Chip Barons’ Ball returns to Peterborough on Sunday 3rd December this year, Chippies travel from all corners of the UK to don their DJs and posh frocks to celebrate Christmas in style. www.ChippyChat.co.uk

Keep up to date with trade events by visiting www. chippychat.co.uk and clicking on events. If you’re organising an event and would like to send us details so that we might mention it here and/or on the Chippy Chat website email your details to austen@chippychat.co.uk

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JJ launches new eye-catching packaging National wholesaler JJ Food Service has launched a vibrant new range of carrier bags, kraft bags and boxes for fish and chip shops and takeaways, including an option suitable for smaller portions.

he new takeaway boxes are available in four different sizes, 5”, 9”, 10” and 12”and include two-compartment options for sides like mushy peas or gravy. Prices start from just £4.99 for 100 boxes. Group General Manager for JJ Food Service, Terry Larkin, said “Everyone loves

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fish and chips and our new eye-catching bags will help chippies to shout even louder about their fantastic takeaway menu. Quality is crucial and our boxes are sturdy and corrugated. The extra small box (BOX082) is perfect for customers who are looking to introduce smaller portions to their menu.” To complete the new range, large twisted handle- and paper-handle carrier bags are also available. View the new range at www.jjfoodservice.com

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Kingfisher Take Top Spot at Fish and Chip Oscars

Kingfisher Fish and Chips in Plympton, Plymouth has been crowned the best fish and chip shop in the UK at the 2017 National Fish & Chip Awards, organised by Seafish.

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L-R Kevin Henderson, Sponsor Andrew Marriott and Simon Walsh - Longsands Fish Kitchen - Best Newcomer Award Winners

Longsands Fish Kitchen Tynemouth Tynemouth, Tyne and Wear

ongsands Fish Kitchen in Tynemouth, Tyne and Wear, has been crowned the best new fish and chips business in the UK. Shop owner Simon Walsh, said: “Winning this award is a little overwhelming, but extremely gratifying. The last year and a half has been a rollercoaster as we have had to learn from scratch, but winning is a reflection of all the effort we have put in! “The fish and chip industry is renowned for having long-standing, established businesses, often passed down through generations of families. Being a newbie to the industry and facing the rigorous judging of the competition was a little daunting but it is certainly all worth it now. We are incredibly proud of the business that we have built and hope it lasts for many years to come.” Award sponsor Andrew Marriott, Brand and Marketing Manager for Frymax, said: “It’s always an honour to support an award that celebrates the industry’s fledgling businesses. The most enjoyable aspect of our involvement is getting to see firsthand the new and talented individuals who are passionately driven to produce great tasting fish and chips. “The future of our trade relies on emerging traders like Longsands Fish Kitchen.”

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L-R Sponsor Vladimir Boiko with Samantha Page, Leticia Curbela. Emily Belcher, Andree Vacchelli of Rockfish, Sam Stone and George Clark

Rock fish in Devon reel in the Good Catch Award Devon

ockfish in Devon has won the 2017 National Fish & Chip Good Catch Award. Laura Cowan from Rockfish, said: “Sustainability is something we are passionate about, rather than something we practice to ‘tick a box’. Our access to and relationships with the local fish markets mean that our fish is landed and served the same day. We work to educate our customers on the sustainability of the industry by varying our menu depending on what is available that day, while offering £3 portions from our takeaways once a month with a different, responsibly sourced fish each time.” Award co-sponsor Steven Tilston of Norfisk, commented: “As a company that is passionate about sustainable line-caught products, it’s been an honour to support an award category that shares our business values. “Rockfish demonstrated that they are true UK leaders in this field, going above and beyond to ensure a vibrant future for the wider fish and chip industry in addition to focusing on their own menu offering.” Chippy Chat & Fast Food Magazine • February 2017

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Healthy Eating Award sponsored by

Marketing Innovation Award sponsored by

L-R Sponsor Caroline Klinge, Mark Drummond and Nigel Barden

Towngate Fisheries Idle, Bradford

owngate Fisheries in Idle, Bradford has won the Healthy Eating ‘Fish and Chips’ Award. Shop owner Mark Drummond, said: “We won this category two years ago so to be named the winner again, and know that we’re the only shop to have ever won the same category twice, is an incredible achievement. “We’re a local community takeaway that prides itself in doing things just as well, if not better, than the big chains. We provide all our customers with calorie information, show videos highlighting nutritional content and inform them of where their food comes from; we feel it’s important to tell the story of our product rather than just selling and serving. “The shop has a small but very dedicated team that’s been with me for a long time. I can’t wait to share this news with them and take the next step in our journey together.” Award sponsor Caroline Klinge at LoSalt, said: “We are delighted to be crowning Towngate Fisheries as this year’s winner of the 2017 Healthy Eating Fish & Chips Award. “We know consumers are increasingly looking for easy, healthy swaps that don’t compromise on flavour and now with fish and chip shops offering healthier options, such as LoSalt, grilled fish, healthier frying oils and alternative side dishes. Consumers really do have a choice and can now enjoy a great tasting, healthier takeaway.”

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L-R Manos Palamianakis, Charlie Cunningham, Bailey Thornton and Sponsor Paul Williams - Papa's Fish and Chips - Marketing Innovation Award Winners

Papa’s Fish & Chips East Yorkshire

Papa’s Fish and Chips has won the marketing innovation award. George Papadamou , who co-owns Papa’s Fish and Chips with his brother Dino, said: “We decided that the best way to spread our message to the Hull community was by keeping the marketing in-house. We held a 50th birthday bash for Papa’s and threw it back to 1966 with 50p portions of fish and chips. We were so busy it caused a gridlock – it was amazing! Having the community celebrate with us was really special and allowed us to do something a bit different.” Award sponsor Paul Williams, Managing Director at KFE, added: “As a company, we fully embrace and understand the growing importance of creative marketing and branding – making us an apt sponsor for this award. “Overall, it’s fantastic to see so many businesses investing in the industry and raising the profile of our national dish. However, with an effective and unique approach to their marketing strategy, Papa’s Fish and Chips is a deserving winner. I wish them a very successful future.” Chippy Chat & Fast Food Magazine • February 2017

to our winners! KINGFISHER FISH AND CHIPS Independent Takeaway Fish and Chip Shop of the Year WINNERS BURTON ROAD CHIPPY

HARBOUR LIGHTS

Independent Takeaway Fish and Chip Shop of the Year RUNNERS-UP

Independent Fish and Chip Restaurant of the Year WINNERS

ROCKFISH, Best Multiple Fish and Chip Operator Award AND Good Catch – The Sustainable Seafood Award

From Field to Frier Award

KRISPIES

GEORGE PAPADAMOU OF PAPA’S

Drywite Young Fish Frier of the Year Award AND Marketing Innovation Award

FISH! KITCHEN

Best Foodservice Operator Award

WELL DONE TO ALL THE FINALISTS AND WINNER AT THIS YEAR’S AWARDS Tel: 01778 380 448 Web: www.kefltd.co.uk 19

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L-R Sponsor Terry Larkin, Leticia Curbela, Emily Belcher, Andree Vacchelli Samantha Page - Rockfish - Multiple Operator

Rockfish Devon

has won the Best Multiple Fish and Chip Operator Award.

aura Cowan, said: “Winning two awards is absolutely amazing! We are incredibly proud that the ethos at the core of our business has put us at the top of what is an incredibly competitive industry. We are growing, but doing so sustainably, and cannot wait to share this with our team! “With premises along Southern England, we aim to give back to the local communities that support us. We have optional £1 donations at all of our restaurants, with proceeds going to local community projects and initiatives. It is also our aim to make seafood accessible to everyone – whether it’s a family with four kids hungry for classic fish and chips, or a couple looking for some grilled monkfish - we strive to provide the best for all our customers.” Joint award sponsor Terry Larkin, Group General Manager at JJ Food Service Limited, added: “The standard of entrants this year was phenomenal. In particular, we were impressed with the extraordinary measures each and every one of them has taken to satisfy their respective customers. “Rockfish stood out to us as a business that continually strives for excellence. We wish them the best for the future.”

NFFF Quality Award

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L-R Elise Boothroyd, Sponsor Gregg Howard, Darren Boothroyd, Gemma Boothroyd, Gemma McBean and Nigel Barden Fochabers Fish Bar - NFFF Quality Award

Fochabers Fish Bar Fochabers, Moray

ochabers Fish Bar in Fochabers, Moray, has won the NFFF Quality Award ‘Champion’ Award. Darren Boothroyd, said: “Since opening three years ago, we have worked relentlessly to improve all aspects of our business and I know the team will be over the moon that we’ve received this award! “We are honoured to be recognised for the quality we serve in all areas of our business. We reached the final last year, and have continued best practice to ensure that we can meet the demand of our ever growing customer base. We pride ourselves on our product as well as our customer service and plan to continue to champion the industry.” Award sponsor Gregg Howard, NFFF President, said: “Launched in 2011, The NFFF Fish & Chip Quality Award is offered to the industry by the NFFF to improve operating standards and showcase best practice to UK wide consumers. We take great pleasure in presenting this award to fish and chip shops that are enthusiastic and are committed across all sectors of their business. They must achieve the perfect balance between good quality products, clean hygienic premises and exemplary customer service, all accomplished through informative training and effective communication.” Chippy Chat & Fast Food Magazine • February 2017

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Best Mobile Fish and Chip Operator Award

Staff Training

L-R Jonathan Oswald, Holly Robson, Luke Stock and Sponsor Colin Heathfield - The Hip Hop Chip Shop

L-R Mandy Polly, Sponsor Phil Blakeman and Mark Polly - John Dory’s - Staff Training and Development Award Winners

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The Hip Hop Chip Shop in Salford, Manchester The Hip Hop Chip Shop in Salford, Manchester, has won the Best Mobile Fish and Chip Operator Award Owner Jonathan Oswald, said: “This is the first time we’ve entered the awards so to be named the winner of this category is fantastic news; it’s a real honour to be recognised and appreciated for all of our hard work. “I, along with my girlfriend and best friend, built the business from scratch and dedicated my entire life to it. We’re out on the roads day in and day out with our 80’s inspired boombox trailer offering customers the best fish and chips with the added bonus of great hop-hip music. “I think it’s going to take some time for this to truly sink in, and we can’t wait to see what the future holds for us!” Award sponsor Colin Heathfield, Head of Foodservice, International Sales & Emerging Markets at Pukka Pies Limited, said: “This award category showcases the many fantastic mobile fish and chip businesses that we have in the UK. “The team at The Hip Hop Chip Shop shone throughout the judging process – from their commitment to sustainable and responsible sourcing to the skilful promotion of their business through creative marketing techniques, their passion to succeed is admirable.” accolade.” 22

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John Dory’s

in Lisburn, County Antrim

ohn Dory’s in Lisburn, County Antrim, has won the Staff Training and Development Award. Director Mark Polley, said: “We are delighted that the time and effort we invest in our team has been recognised this year – they are as vital to our success as the product we sell! “We recognise the importance of up-skilling our workforce and have put staff through numerous formal courses, supplemented with in-house training. We want to provide opportunities for our staff to gain qualifications and develop their skills. “I’m so proud to be bringing a national award home to Northern Ireland! Over the past few years we have worked hard to ensure that high standards are met across all our locations and we will continue to strive for excellence.” Award sponsor Philip Blakeman, Managing Director at James T Blakeman & Co Ltd, said: “As a family business with over 60 years’ experience and recognised as one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of sausage and meat products, staff training has always been an important part of our success. “The standard of entries was extremely high this year; however we were especially impressed with John Dory’s. They are truly deserving of this award and proved themselves to be a real credit to the industry.” Chippy Chat & Fast Food Magazine • February 2017

culmination of Hard Work

Mandy Polley and Mark Polley receiving the Staff Training & Development Award from Mr Philip Blakeman

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It was evident throughout the whole judging process that staff training is something John Dory’s is truly passionate about.

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Young Fish Frier Award sponsored by

Field to Frier Award

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George Papadamou

L-R Nigel Barden, Charlie Cunningham accepting for George, and Sponsor Kelvin Lee

George Papadamou Papa’s Fish and Chips

eorge Papadamou was crowned the Drywite Young Fish Frier of the Year! George, who co-owns Papa’s Fish and Chips with his brother Dino, said: “These awards have been the cherry on top of what has been a great year! “I live and breathe fish and chips – it’s something that came so naturally to me in the beginning, and now being named the Drywrite Young Fish Frier of the Year, I almost feel like I’ve been inducted into the ‘fish and chips hall of fame’! I’m really looking forward to acting as an ambassador for the industry and I hope that I can motivate young friers as much as past winners have me. Award sponsor Kelvin Lee, Managing Director of Drywite Ltd, said: “Now in its 22nd year, this award showcases the exceptionally high quality of young talent emerging – the standard of which makes me very proud. “There has always been a strong commitment from our previous winners to support and promote the competition and encourage other young friers to enter, thus ensuring a prosperous future for the frying industry.” “To reach the final, all five finalists have proved that they are extremely talented young people, however George is without doubt an exceptional and well deserving winner.”

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L-R Kelly and Tim Barnes, Sponsor Austen Dack and Nigel Barden - Krispies - Field to Frier Award Winners

Krispies

in Exmouth, Devon Krispies in Exmouth, Devon, has won the From Field to Frier Award. Shop owner Kelly Barnes, said: “This is the first time we’ve entered the award so we’re truly overwhelmed and very thankful to be crowned winners. “Chips are often not given the attention they deserve, as fish is generally thought to be a more important component of fish and chips. However, we work extremely hard to ensure that our potato sourcing and chipping skills are top notch. The hard work must have paid off as not only do we now attract customers from all over Devon and Cornwall, we’ve also won an award!” Award sponsor Oliver Boutwood, Director at Isle of Ely Produce, said: “This award, which is now in its fifth year, has really captured the attention and imagination of both farmers and friers alike, and it has become a part of our intrinsic values here at Isle of Ely Produce. I’m so pleased to see that fish and chip businesses are really starting to think about the whole journey of their potato from seed all the way to their customer. “Congratulations to the Krispies team on their well-earned success and I wish them the very best for the future.” Chippy Chat & Fast Food Magazine • February 2017

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o earn his spot at the top, George had to showcase his talents during a rigorous, multi-stage judging process; encompassing exam questionnaires and in-depth telephone interviews conducted by senior industry experts. He was subjected to further appraisal as he received a skills based assessment and underwent a personal interview during a comprehensive judging day at the National Federation of Fish Friers (NFFF) Training School in Leeds, West Yorkshire. George also received a mystery judging visit at his respective workplace to test his skills and knowledge whilst in his own working environment. Elise, 17, is the youngest ever contender for the Young Fish Frier of the Year award. Amazingly she completed the process at just 16, to gain second spot was incredible. James Houlston is no stranger to the award and is always consistently excellent at his job. Aged just 21 James should be proud of his achievements thus far. Andrew and Luke should also be very proud to have been recognised as outstanding young friers. These five are all names to look out for in our industry in the future. Who wins in 2018, the awards 30th year, watch this space as we continue our Young Friers Top Trump special!

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ichael Pili, who runs the Midlands Seafish Industry Training Association, has won an award for his outstanding contribution to the fish frying industry after being nominated by his peers. Michael said. “Most people in the room up for an award new they had a chance of winning. This award came out of the blue, my mouth dropped and I was over whelmed. I have helped many people over the years become winners, I never thought that one day I would be one myself – thank you.” Award sponsor Peter Hill, CEO at Middleton Foods, said: “Mike Pili is renowned in our industry with over 55 years’ experience. He was not only one of the best friers in the past, but in recent years he has gone onto become one of the most thorough judges in the history of the awards and, arguably, the industry. “Working tirelessly for years, he has raised the standards of our country’s fish and chip businesses, especially in the Midlands by embracing independent shop owners. He motivates others to expect and demand more from their businesses, constantly striving to push the industry forward and help shops serve a better product. “In my opinion there is no person who has given what he has to this industry. What he does is instrumental to the development of our sector. He is a leading light, and this industry may still be in the dark ages without his contribution.” Chippy Chat & Fast Food Magazine • February 2017

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Pukka Pies Announces £8Million ‘Everything’s Pukka’ Marketing Campaign, Launching Its New Best-Ever Range The nation’s favourite Pie brand* Pukka Pies, today announces its biggest ever marketing investment of £8million supporting its brand relaunch in 2017. The campaign includes a renovation of its bestselling pies that are sold across thousands of Food Service outlets nationwide including fish and chip shops, stadia, bakers, cafés, pubs and butchers. It also features a high-impact nationwide advertising campaign set to unlock growth and drive demand for pies.

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he launch campaign centres ar o u n d the strapline ‘Everything’s Pukka’, focusing on the good mood feeling created by tucking into a delicious, comforting and heart-warming Pukka Pie in the face of life’s everyday ups and downs. As part of the relaunch Pukka has invested heavily in product development and consumer testing, ensuring that the popular pies continue to make a name for themselves in public venues and chip shops around the country. The whole of the New Best-Ever range now features improved golden flaky pastry, and now contains butter, to increase appeal with its consumers. Furthermore, its bestselling All-Steak pie has undergone a complete recipe upgrade and now contains chunkier cuts of meat and a richer, darker, oozier gravy. Pukka were delighted that following independent research the New Best-Ever All-Steak recipe was significantly preferred to another

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leading Food Service pie brand.” In addition, new foil colours have been added to the range to make flavour identification even easier and the range has moved to one consistent line marking making Pukka pies even easier to recognise by its consumers in the foodservice channel. Rachael Bouch, Pukka Pies CEO commented “We are very proud to have been a well-loved staple in chip shops and venues around the UK for over 50 years. Following very positive independent taste-tests of our New Best-Ever range, we’re looking forward to seeing how they go down with the public. A Pukka Pie is a comforting, good mood food and we’re hoping the new campaign resonates too, illustrating that whatever our life’s ups and downs, ‘Everything’s Pukka’ with one of our heart-warming pies.” Pukka Pies has been proudly making pies in Leicestershire for over 50 years. Creating delicious pies made from quality ingredients means Pukka is a household name, cementing its position as the UK’s number one Hot Pie brand. The launch marketing campaign heroes Pukka’s best-selling All-Steak pie, kicking off from February 2017 and includes a nationwide outdoor poster advertising campaign at over 2,500 prominent sites around the UK.

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The Chips are Down for Mighty Imps! Lincoln City FC have recently become the nation’s second team after their exploits in this season’s FA Cup, and we think we have found out the secret behind their success By Austen Dack

he team have been dining at Burton Road Chip shop courtesy of owners Lesley and Des. This Lincoln chippy was recently crowned as the second best independent chip shop in the whole of the UK. Lesley said “We have always had a strong connection with the club, Chairman Bob Dorian has always been a regular customer- and came to cook fish and chips for the team during chip week in 2012. “The recent visit came about as Imps special management duo Danny and Nicky Cowley are regular customers Des was chatting to them about the previous club visit and invited the whole club to come for lunch again. We spoke to their dietician - the only condition for the menu was, no white bread! which only goes to show what a

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nutritious meal fish and chips is.” “We look forward to welcoming the team back in the very near future- for a huge celebration, the amazing success of our football club really adds to what already is destined to be an amazing year for our city.” “We were ecstatic with Lincoln’s win against Ipswich or should I say Impswich (steady on Lesley - Austen) and to go on to beat Brighton was just out of this world. The whole city is buzzing, even the BBC wanted to screen the Lincoln game but FA were having none of it. Lincoln is firmly on the map now.” Even Jeff Stelling got in the act by giving Burton Road a mention on his national tv sports show. This whole story just goes to show how important it is to have strong links to your local community. Burton Road have done an incredible job in Lincoln. Their brand and brand values are incredible as well as the fact they serve fantastic food too. Have you put yourself on the map by your strong links in your community? Email me please austen@chippychat.co.uk

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very brand and business likes to feel the love of its customers, and in a highly competitive world, all brands are working hard to stay relevant, competitive and top of their industry. In the food sector, this is possibly even more important to companies and manufacturers. That said, you can just imagine the smiles that were created at McWhinney’s a number of weeks ago, when the Irish Pork Sausages manufacturer was contacted out-of-the-blue by a famous chip shop in Northern Ireland, McNulty’s. When owner Brian McNulty received a letter complimenting his chip shops’ choice of pork sausages from 10 year old Fintan McIvor, he and the 119 year-old sausage manufacturer decided to reward this sausage fanatic. Fintan had written to McNulty’s praising the sausages that he regularly eats from their chip shop. The sausages were McWhinney’s Irish Pork Sausages, which the famous shop has used for many years. In his letter, Fintan described them as “succulent”, “full of flavour” and “yummy”, and declared that he simply refused to eat any other brand of sausage. As shop owner Brian McNulty explains. “Our sausages are made by McWhinney’s using only top quality pork. We have been using the same sausages for the past 30 years, thereby guaranteeing a consistent product to our customers.” In a gesture from both McWhinney’s and McNulty’s chip shop, young Fintan has already

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taken delivery of a case of McWhinney’s Sausages for his home. Additionally, he will also receive a free McWhinnney’s Sausage Supper every week for a full year! Kevin McWhinney, MD of McWhinney’s Sausages, was delighted that Fintan got it touch. “Young Fintan may be only 10 but it’s clear that he’s already got great taste and knows quality food when he sees it! The fact that he took the time to hand-write a letter to Brian at McNulty’s highlights the difference he and thousands of others see in our products, and we were only too happy to reward his support with a year’s supply of fabulous McWhinney’s Sausage Suppers from McNulty’s!” The last word is with Fintan of course, who has very stern views on his favourite meal, “I will only eat McWhinney’s Sausages from McNulty’s. They are class!” Well said, Fintan! www.mcwhinneys.com

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The winners’ enclosure Henry Colbeck once again did the fish and chip industry proud at their recent What’s Cooking? 2017 exhibition. Held at Newcastle Racecourse this all-encompassing show provided a one stop shop of ideas for the Fish & Chip and Fast Food Market.

he weekend kicked off in style with a marvellous charity dinner for 200 plus guests. Lots of familiar faces tucked into their food and caught up with friends and colleagues. A few of us escaped into the fine city of Newcastle afterwards to sample the fantastic Geordie hospitality before tucking up ahead of the big day. Then onto the show itself. A myriad display of product demonstrations, product sampling, special offers, new products, F5707Colbeck_WhatsCooking_A4_2017.qxp_F5707Colbeck_WhatsCooking_A4 12/09/2016 15:20 Page 1 children’s entertainment, and lots more. Thousands flocked in during the day all 9.30a.m. to 4.30p.m. eager to spot the latest trends and ideas. wcastle Racecourse, Special guests included George Gosforth Park, Papadamou the Drywite YFF of the Year ewcastle upon Tyne from Papas Fish and Chips Hull. George was NE3 5HP on hand to encourage anyone under 25 to join the young fish frier community. In fact, By Austen Dack

he broke records for the amount of sign ups he took during a six hour session. We were there promoting Chippy Chat and Isle of Ely Produce too. It was lovely to meet and chat to so many different people. The feedback we continue to receive from friers and suppliers at these events is still very encouraging, thanks for that. A special mention to Duncan Mclean, Jackie Pearson and the whole Colbeck team (Matthew thanks for your help) for your hard work and hospitality. Events like What’s Cooking require lots of time and cajoling, it was a fantastic weekend. Next up V A Whitely, Innovations show on Feb 25th at the Macron Stadium in Bolton.

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Her Royal Fryness! Alison Blyth’s passion for food runs in her blood. She grew up surrounded by people who loved to cook, including her mother, a professional baker, and her brother, a trained chef.

lyth, who moved from England to the States in 1980, gained experience in Washington, D.C., restaurants. In 1988, she opened the popular La La Land in Rehoboth Beach, followed in 1997 by Yum Yum, a Pan-Asian bistro. In 2002, she opened go fish!, a fish-and-chips takeout shop. It was so wildly popular that she transformed the business into a 40-seat restaurant. Blyth isn’t about to rest on her chips. She has plenty of ideas—and has since launched Go Brit! and has the determination to make them a reality. It’s not surprising that go fish! and go brit! deliver an authentic experience. Growing up, London native Alison Blyth enjoyed the best of the “chippies,” the takeout restaurants offering the quintessentially British fish and chips. After finding smashing success with the upscale restaurants La La Land and Yum Yum in Rehoboth Beach, Blyth in 2002 decided to return to her roots—with a twist or two. The 40-seat Go Fish! restaurant offers all the British favourites: fish and chips, bangers and mash, mushy peas, shepherd’s pie and fisherman’s pie.

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Customers clamour for the jolly good Sticky Toffee Pudding, the house dessert, which has been featured on the “Today Show.” Located in a resort town that fancies seafood, go fish! has also earned acclaim for its fish tacos, crab cakes, shrimp and linguini, beer-battered soft-shell crabs and Maryland crab chowder. Landlubbers can’t get enough of the tandoori chicken and sirloin steak and chips. A stickler for detail, Blyth is crazy about quality control. Which is why customers can count on a crisp coating for their fish and never-frozen chips every single time, bloody marvellous for sure. The restaurant staff takes a team approach to ensure you’re served promptly. Open seven days a week, all year long, go fish! offers specials to appeal to both your appetite and your budget with most

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dinner entrees coming in at less than $13. The Rehoboth Avenue restaurant is just steps from the Boardwalk. Why not visit, relax and have a pint with them. Go Brit! Just down the road in Delaware is just as charming. It is this model that Alison is franchising. The US News Journal’s deputy feature editor Patricia Talorico wrote “It’s Alison’s more recent, sibling eatery to her flagship go fish! I’ve long been convinced that Alison offers the best fish + chips in Delaware. Indeed, I think she has some of the best fish + chips I’ve ever eaten. So, I was wondering how it would go at the second location. It’s a fun, light-hearted spot that Anglophiles should love. That’s Alison’s car. It doesn’t run anymore, but it’s a cool decoration. I think she told me it’s the same model – a British Leyland Mini 1000 – that Mr. Bean used to drive. This is a very casual spot. Don’t you love the Mind the Gap sign? Last time I visited London, I took the Underground everywhere. I was hearing that voice saying, Mind the Gap, in my sleep. No waiting staff. You order at the counter. They do have beer. If you’re eating in, they’ll deliver the food to the table. I got takeout – but I warn you: Eat it right away. Fish + chips ($10.95) is like pasta, it waits for no one. The crispiness of the batter will begin to soften if you wait too long. You don’t want that to happen. Soggy is not good when it comes to fish + chips. This batter is so terrific. It’s light, crunchy, wonderful. The fish is moist. Just as good as the Rehoboth location. They give you tartar sauce, but I asked for vinegar for dipping. We don’t have royals here in the states, but I do think Alison should be crowned Queen of Fish + Chips. www.gobrit.com www.gofishrehoboth.com

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Come Fry With Us! Chippy Chat has launched some great new initiatives in 2016. We have been winning friends and partners throughout the year whilst creating the perfect platform for friers and suppliers alike.

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ingfisher Fish & Chips is almost unrecognisable from the business that Craig Maw and Nikki Mutton bought four years ago. Switching things up a gear from the minute the pair took over, they moved from pre-prepared chips to chipping and peeling their own potatoes, carried out a full refurbishment of the premises, installed a five pan high efficiency Kiremko frying range and put sustainability at the heart of the business. Wanting to protect the thriving business he and Nikki have built up, Craig recently started to question his insurance policy after speaking to a number of friers in the trade whose claims were not paid out due to inadequate or inappropriate cover. Craig comments: “Like most fish and chip shops, you just make the assumption that if there’s an incident, you’re covered. It wasn’t until we realised other shops had had fires and they later found out they weren’t covered that I sat up and started to take notice of the small print.” Aware that more top operators in the industry were turning to Wrapped for cover, an insurance policy which is specifically designed for fish and chip shops around its working practices, Craig looked into the policy and felt it was right for his business, working for him rather than against him. Wrapped also not only understood Craig’s business, but it also took note of the working

practices at Kingfisher and offered substantial discounts for demonstrating good practice, holding a 5 star Food Hygiene Rating for example as well as the NFFF Quality Award.

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Craig was able to secure a further discount with the admission that as of January his existing range and a new three pan range will both be fitted with ANSUL fire suppression systems. Craig adds: “At busy times, we’re maxed out on our existing five pan range, so we’ve ordered another Kiremko three pan to increase capacity and future-proof ourselves. Both will be fitted with ANSUL fire suppression systems as it gives us added reassurance. It’s always on the back of your mind that anything mechanical can still fail. If there is a fire in one of the pans, the fire suppression system will extinguish it with immediate effect. I heard a fact recently that 80% of business that suffer a serious fire either never re-open or they close within 18 months. With this system, there’s a 48 hour turnaround before we can use that pan again, which is pretty good because it’s not going to put us out of business.” Also fundamental to Craig’s decision to go with Wrapped was knowing that the cover he was purchasing is open to improvements and that, over time, it would become even more tailored to the sector than it already is. He adds: “The fish and chip industry is evolving, it’s getting better and more stringent, and it’s important that insurance companies evolve and move at the same time. A policy that was suitable six years ago may not be relevant now because things are changing. “I feel extremely confident in the fact that we are more covered and better covered now, without a shadow of a doubt.”

Other UK Champion Chip Shops already using Wrapped for their insurance include Frankies, Shetland and Calum Richardson at the Bay, Stonehaven

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