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4th August marked the 100 year anniversary of the outbreak of The Great War. There are many events across the World to mark the centenary. This month we pay tribute in our own special way. Probably the most interesting and patriotic claim is that fish and chips helped win the First World War. Lloyd George’s war cabinet recognised its importance to the nation’s working classes and ensured supplies were maintained off ration. It helped feed munitions workers and kept the families of the fighting men in good heart. Also in this issue we feature Little Britain star David Walliams, who enjoyed Britain’s greatest dish, with

his super model wife Lara Stone. We catch up with new NFFF Welsh Chair Steven Muscat on his journey thus far & his plans for the future. Event wise there is lots going on with the open day at Isle of Ely Produce, plus the Christmas Ball approaching fast & of course the KFE open day too. We are also pleased to be supporting the number one chipper’s exhibition Fry It, held in Bournemouth next March. Our website www.chippychat.co.uk wraps up the latest news on a daily basis. Don’t forget to email me austen@ chippychat.co.uk with your news & views or if you would like to join our list of commercial partners?

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Lest We Forget

It has been suggested that fish and chips helped win the First World War.

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Diary Dates

Business or pleasure, dates not to be missed.

KFE Open Day

If you are thinking of investing in a new frying range why not fry before you buy?

By Any Other Name

If you have a new shop to name we may be able to provide a little inspiration.

Seaside Fish and Chips

Friars Pride has announced details of their next annual trade show.

Bring us Sunshine Nortech Foods have just the tonic for you!

Go with the Flow

To help achieve perfect consistency of batter you need a Middleton ‘Flow cup’..

In the Mix

When it comes to creating the

The Only Way Is...

The Only Way Is Fish was threatened with legal action.

Chip Man’s Got Talent

David Walliams stopped off for fish and chips at Granada Fish Bar with super model wife.

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Q Partnership has recently introduced the “Hook & Fish” design across a comprehensive range of packaging

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Trevor knows exactly what it takes to make the perfect chip.

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Keeping it in the Family

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Lest we Forget The 4th of August 2014 marked the 100th anniversary of the day Britain entered the First World War, a war that saw over 1 million Commonwealth service men and women killed.

those who fought for our freedom during the two World Wars. But we also mourn and honour those who have lost their lives in more recent conflicts. Today, with troops on duty in Afghanistan and other trouble spots around the world, Remembrance, and the two minute tribute, are as important as ever. Lest we forget.

he losses were felt in almost every town and village in the UK and throughout what was then the British Empire. The fighting continued until the 11th of November 1918, Armistice Day. When we bow our heads in reflection during two minutes of silence we remember

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It has been suggested that fish and chips helped win the First World War

y 1914 fish and chips as we would recognise them now were approaching their fiftieth birthday, and there were more than twice the number of chippies across the UK than we can count today. During WWI Lloyd George’s war cabinet recognised the importance of fish and chips to the Nation’s working classes and ensured supplies were maintained off ration. It helped feed munitions workers and the families of

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Munitians factory workers more than earned their fish suppers. Rows of 6” howitzer shells line a warehouse at the National Filling Factory, Chilwell, Nottingham. In the background, several women can be seen pushing trolleys.

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the fighting men. Professor John Walton, author of Fish and Chips and the British Working Class, said “The cabinet knew it was vital to keep families on the home front in good heart, unlike the German regime that failed to keep its people well fed, and that was one reason why Germany was defeated.”

Geared up to feed a nation By the start of WWI the British fishing industry was in a period of rapid growth due to the increased demand as fish and chips became a national favourite. Grimsby was regarded as “Britain’s Greatest Fishing Port” The two fish docks, managed by the Great Central Railway, had been regularly extended since 1857 to cope with the increasing number of fishing vessels, that by 1912 totalled 587 steam trawlers and just 23 sailing smacks. A large steam-powered ice factory had opened in 1901 and was the “largest in the world” supplying crushed ice for both the trawlers and fish merchants along the new concrete pontoon. There were up to eight express fish trains every day distributing fish rapidly to London, Manchester and the Midlands.

World War Two During World War II, ministers bent over backwards to make sure fish and chips were one of the few foods that were never rationed. Prime Minister Winston Churchill referred to fish and chips as ‘Good Companions’. British soldiers identified each other during the ‘D’ Day landings by calling out ‘fish’ and the response or password was ‘chips’. Any other response and they would have certainly had their chips.

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The Infrastructure was in place and the demand was there, but these were not easy times for fishermen. The cold rough seas around our island nation weren’t all our brave fishermen had to contend with, now there were Uboats and mines. On the night of 25th Sept 1916 the German submarine U57, under command of kaptain Ritter von Georg, sank amongst others 11 Scarborough steam trawlers in an area approximately 25m NE of Scarborough

Chippies in the inter war years By the inter war years a chippy trade of c35,000 shops consumed around twothirds of the British wet fish catch, and the demand for the cheap fish captured by the trawler fleets of Aberdeen, the Wyre and the Humber necessitated the development of further rail links, which in turn fuelled the development of the great industrial fishing ports. 7

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Frankies Shetland Annual Charity Cycle Sportive on 31 August in aid of the Fishermans Mission – www.frankiesfishandchips.com/frankiescharity-cycle-sportive-2014

Isle of Ely Potato Race

Isle of Ely Produce, of Littleport, is gearing up for the relay race which will see teams race from the farmers’ market in the Market Place, to the end of High Street near the Cathedral. Each competitor will be required to run the race with a bag of potatoes on his or her back.

September

Scottish Food and Drink Fortnight It will run from the 6th – 21st September: that’s 14 more days of the very best of Scottish produce. www.scottishfoodanddrinkfortnight.co.uk

British Food Fortnight The Best of British food celebrated for two weeks www.lovebritishfood.com

Field Field IsleFieldof Ely Open Day Frier Frier Frier Field to Frier Event After the success Field Frierof last year Isle of Ely Produce are opening their doors again to chip shop owners and managers so they Field Field Field the can see first hand Frier process with their Frier Frier own eyes. Other suppliers to the industry are also welcome to attend. Field Frier 8

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Come Fry with Me, Let’s Fry, Let’s Fry away! That’s the invitation from award winning trainers Nigel Hodgson and Gordon Hillan who will be firing up the ranges at KFE’s next open day on September 14th.

urchasing a range can be a daunting prospect, and after the shop it is likely to be your biggest single purchase. You need to make the right decision. You need to be comfortable and assured with the advice given on range layout and design. You need to be confident of professionalism on survey, installation and after sales service. KFE are ready to provide all of these reassurances and more when they throw open their doors and invite you to come see their amazing frying equipment in action. KFE are past masters at open day events and should you decide to attend you will be in for a treat. With a glass of bubbly, fabulously fresh fish and chips, and a friendly welcome from the KFE sales team for starters. The dedicated sales team will be available to discuss your plans and offer help and advice on how the KFE can assist your business. The open days are free for anyone to attend and a great opportunity to go and see firsthand the Kiremko range in action and sample the results. Also on hand will be the KFE School of Excellence Award Winning Trainers, all previous National Fish & Chip shop of The Year Winners. Join Nigel

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Hodgson in the kitchen and observe him demonstrating competence in potato and fish preparation along with learning the skills of consistency in batter mixing. Then meet Gordon Hillan where you can watch the High Efficiency Kiremko range in action before tasting the end result. More good advice Industry Representatives from Kerry Foods, T Quality Drywite and Portman Finance will be in attendance offering advice on their product lines and there are usually a few surprise guests and special offers on the day.

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open day Sunday 14th September 11-3pm

come along and learn from our Award Winning Trainers Nigel Hodgson and Gordon Hillan and meet the KFE sales Team over a glass of bubbly and freshly cooked fish and chips This is a FREE event giving you the opportunity to have a taster session with our KFE School of Frying Excellence trainers. As well you can meet the KFE Sales Team and discuss how a Kiremko or Perfecta Frying Range can improve your business. Why not put our Kiremko High Efficiency Range to the test? Industry Representatives from Kerry Foods, T Quality, Drywite and Portman Finance will also be offering advice and promotions.

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o they asked the question of the members on the Chippy Chat community forum. One of the members “chipsandthings” suggested - “Why not get your local press to do an editorial and ask the public to help find your new name. The winning name wins fish ‘n’ chips once a week for a year... it will whip up no end of interest for your new shop” Good thinking chipsandthings. Another member “Martin” suggested “Lickety Lips Fish & Chips.” With a logo designed around the old Rolling Stones album cover. Not bad. Then another member “APlaice” turned up with a stunning list that NEWS e proves just what fantastic imagination LETTER and sense of humour chippies have.

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The List A Batter Plaice A Salt N Battered A Load of Pollocks Apocalchips Now All Wrapped Up Batter the Devil you Know Castaways Chip Ahoy Chip n Dales Chip-olotas Chippy Chippy Bang Bang Cod by Mr Chips Cod Squad Codfather Codrophenia Codswallop Curl up and Fry Doctor Chipargos Fat Friars Fishcoteque

Fry-Ho Silver Fryer Fryer Fry in the Sky Fried Piper Fry and Fry Again Get Battered Halibut it In Cod We Trust Just for the Halibut Just Codding Lord of the Fries Master Baiter Moby Chip Oh My Cod. Rock and Sole Salty Towers Schlinders Chips Sweenies - the Frying Squad The Cod Squad The Laughing Halibut The Fry Inn The Frying Scotsman

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It’s all very well dreaming up chippy names, but how many are really out there?

Most of them it seems...

Fishcotheque

+ This one has had a name change - Wok this Way, formerly Battersea Cods Home - Sheffield. Out of the frying pan and into the, erm, wok.

The Frying Squad - they are everywhere, including Belfast, Aylesbury, Carrickfergus and Hither Green, London

(London) One of our favourites. We thought of a few tunes you might twist and trout to in here How about... Cod This Be Love? Sole Train Prawn to be Wild Blueberry Krill Like A Sturgeon or maybe something by Cod Stewart, Shrimp Biscuit or even Kylie Minnow?

If you didn’t get the music you wanted at the Fishcotheque maybe you could try The Rock and Soul Plaice also in London

Those Magnificent men in their Frying Machines Paul Utting and Paul Locke (Norwich) Hang on, that’s another song!

Every Day is a Good Friday in Bristol Codrophenia Could it be a big fan of The Who and Franc Roddam’s classic 1979 film Quadrophenia owns this one?

The Hippy Chippy Scooby van was spotted at Glastonbury. Where else.

We bet they have all mod cons’.

If you were around in the 60s but you weren’t into the mod scene, maybe you would feel more at home in a Hippy Chippy Continued

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You may be able to guess where these are. We thought A Fish Called Rhonda was especially inspired. Otley in Wharfedale North West of Leeds

If you’re looking for divine inspiration how about Oh My Cod and The Cod Almighty.

A few characters Fryer Tuck Goodbuy Mr Chips And two who may make you an offer you can’t refuse... The Cod Father and a Mother and Daughter (also a mother) team started the Cod Mothers of Plymouth. They are notorious for large portions, so you really know when you;ve had your chips.

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Seaside Fish ‘n’ Chips! Friars Pride has announced details of their next annual trade show – FRY I.T. 2015. Held for the first time in Bournemouth, FRY I.T. 2015 will take place at the Bournemouth International Centre on Sunday 1st March 2015.

ouise Marshall, Marketing Director at Friars Pride said “Following up on the success of Fry I.T. 2014 and opening the new Friars Pride Depot in Poole we have decided to bring the show to the south coast. We always put a lot of energy into organising FRY I.T. and this year will be no different. We are aiming to generate a lot of interest and get to know fish friers in the south and south-west of our area and to build and develop relationships. As always, there will be plenty of opportunities to familiarise yourself with latest industry innovations, sample products and take advantage of unique deals on the day. As a family owned and run company, Friars Pride always strive to appeal to even the youngest attendees at FRY I.T. making it a memorable family day out with professional children’s entertainment with games and activities available on site. BIC is one of the primary venues for the entertainment, conferences and events in the UK. Some of the biggest names in entertainment have appeared at the BIC, including Katy Perry, Michael McIntyre, Gary Barlow and Bob Dylan. You can register your interest by visiting scanning the QR code (left) and entering your details. Also look out for an invitations coming through the post in the near future.

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10 Reasons to attend FRY I.T. 2015!

FOOD - sample the mouth-watering latest innovations from suppliers to the trade including Kerry, KFE, Drywite, Friwite, Q Prestige, AAK, Duncrue Food Processors , Dempson, James T Blakeman, King Asia Foods, Fast Food Systems, Wilsons Seasonings, St. Neots Packaging, Middleton Food Products, Terinex, Ocean Trawlers and Frymax amongst others. TRADE NEWS - latest industry innovations BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES – exclusive deals available ONLY on the day EXCELLENT DAY OUT - bring your whole family along for a fun day out! SOCIAL BENEFITS – get to know Friars pride – suppliers to the trade and fellow fish fryers from all around the country VENUE - BIC – fabulous venue which hosted international superstars such as Michael Bolton LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION - take a few days off, bring your surfboard and enjoy the picturesque British coast... hopefully the weather will be in our favour! COMPANY - come and have a chat with the lovely team from Friars Pride EXPLORE - get advice from industry professionals on how to boost your sales and market your business FOOD - did we mention FOOD? “Try before you buy” service allows you to sample products before placing an order

WIN - Register for free today and your entry will be included in the prize draw to win a BRAND NEW LAPTOP! On top of that, first 200 people to use the online registration (simply scan the QR code on this page and enter your details) will receive a leather wallet as a thank you gift from Friars Pride! And remember to save the date – 1st march 2015 at the BIC in Bournemouth – see you THERE

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ow about a break in New York, a relax in the Caribbean, or even a cruise around the Fjords the choice will be yours. When you purchase Superior Beef Dripping you could be in with a chance of winning major prizes including two first prize £1,000 in Thomas Cook holiday vouchers. In all a total of almost £3,000 worth of Thomas Cook vouchers are up for grabs. An exclusive voucher code will be placed inside every 20kg box of Superior Beef Dripping (4×5kg) purchased between September and November. All you have to do is enter this code online at www.superiorprizedraw.co.uk to be automatically entered into a prize draw with winners picked at random in from all entries.

Last year’s big winners of £1,000 each in holiday vouchers were NFFF member Paul Greenaway of PG Chips in Northern Ireland (Left) and Doug Truscott of Dougies Fish & Chips in Harrogate (Right)

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Last year’s big winners of £1,000 each in holiday vouchers were Doug Truscott of Dougies Fish & Chips in Harrogate and NFFF member Paul Greenaway of PG Chips in Northern Ireland. Paul has been using Superior for 12 years and said “Superior provides me with a quality beef dripping that my customers all love, to win £1,000 in vouchers was fantastic.” Paul was thinking of spending his prize on a great trip to Vegas. Doug has been using beef dripping since 1997, he said “What a lovely surprise to win, I think we may spend the vouchers on a cruise. Superior is the best on the market, I have tried others but I always end up coming back to it” he added. Superior is a refined and deodorised 100% British beef dripping which is non hydrogenated and is naturally low in trans fats.

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From the modest potato chip to the finest fish fillet it’s all about what you fry it in. For the tastiest results go Superior, the most respected, refined and deodorised beef dripping in the business.

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Perfect Batter Flow! Since they were established in 1989, Middleton Food Products has rapidly developed into an internationally known company providing food coatings, mixes and customer service to the Coeliac UK registered product CUK-M-198 very highest of standards

hey manufacture a wide range of batters to suit all individual tastes and to encompass the various regional Follow usthe oncompany Twitterhas styles. Once again in 2014, 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. We place a huge emphasis on the quality and consistency of our products and our sales team are dedicated and enthusiastic to the needs of our customers”

To help achieve perfect consistency of batter you need a 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. Over 2000 flow cups are now in the industry and they now come in a range of colours to suit your requirements! Another exciting part of the Middleton range is their award winning Gluten Free batter a secret recipe made in association with Doves Farm. 20

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Multi-Award winning shop Frankies in Brae Shetland uses the Middleton Gluten Free batter. John Gold Frankies Manager said “There are many benefits to using this product. The consistency is really great and the crisp crunchy batter is very tasty.” “Gluten free meals are available all day and everyday here at Frankies, and it’s important that everything is well labelled and things are kept totally separate. Since swapping to their product we get some great compliments for our gluten free batter from Middleton Foods,” he added.

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Great Batter It’s all in the Mix...

“When it comes to creating the perfect batter – it really is all in the mix”. So says David Lovell, Business Director of Kerry Foodservice, makers of the market-leading Goldensheaf and Henry Jones Batter Mixes. “As a manufacturer, we’ve spent over 60 years perfecting the blends for the different varieties of batter we produce and I believe that’s one reason they’re so successful. With so many regional and overall winners of the National Fish & Chip Awards using our batter mixtures, we must be doing something right!”

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ver the years we’ve worked hard to ensure that the batter mixes we make are relevant to the market and reflect changing trends. That’s why from time to time we’ve made adjustments to our recipes to satisfy the needs of the consumer, such as moving to all natural colouring as we did some years ago.” “We also take great care to mirror the varying taste and texture requirements of our customers throughout the UK and Ireland. There’s a requirement for different colours and textures to the cooked batter from region to region and Goldensheaf and Henry Jones batter mixtures meet those needs precisely. In total, there are 16 varieties, each slightly different; each with its own special attributes.” Says David “In order to ensure we maintain our number one position in the batter market, we take the production of our batters very seriously. From the outset, we take total control; buying the best grain available; milling our own flour; blending our own batters; undertaking full testing at every stage and implementing the strictest levels of quality control.” “One additional great benefit customers get from using our products is the support and guidance of our “Frying Squad” team of experts who are always on hand to help friers with any questions they may have, or advice they may need. The team members have over 100 years of frying experience and knowledge between them, so their motto “We’re here to help” is very reliable!”

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MORE Friers can get more information and free samples from the Goldensheaf and Henry Jones ranges by visiting www.kerry-ingredients. co.uk and completing the Contact Us enquiry form, or call the free Customer Careline on 0800 138 1938.

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The only way is... some other way It seemed the only way really was Essex after a fish and chips shop that goes by the name of The Only Way Is Fish was threatened with legal action and accused of infringing copyright of the ITV2 reality show TOWIE.

ut after a lengthy fight, The Only Way Is Fish has won the right to retain its name – however, the sign has got to go. TOWIF opened in March in Ongar, Essex, but production company Lime Pictures, who produce the hit show, accused it of ‘infringement of our copyright’. Owner Dave Edwards was given two weeks to remove the sign – which was quite obviously inspired by the TOWIE logo.

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Dave accused Lime Pictures of an ‘infringement of human rights’ though and a battle insured. However, now Dave and bosses at the production company have agreed that he can keep the name if he changes the sign. The father-of-three, 37, said: ‘It was a stupid disagreement and should never have come about and they tried to ‘strong-arm us which should not have been their approach. ‘We told them there was no way we would change the name but agreed to change the logo as it was less stressful and time consuming that way and now it’s all dealt with. ‘It was coming to the point where it was getting silly.’ The sign will undergo a transformation with different lettering; different colours and the stars will be replaced with fish. Chippy Chat & Fast Food Magazine • August 2014

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Chip Man’s Got Talent! Little Britain star David Walliams stopped off for fish and chips at Granada Fish Bar recently with his super model wife.

teve Lynton, of the famous chippy on North Albert Street Fleetwood, where Walliams enjoyed his dinner, said the celebrity turned up “out of the blue”. “Not a lot was said – he just came in, enjoyed his fish and chips and posed for a couple of pictures,” he said. Mr Lynton said it was a shock to see the Britain’s Got Talent judge in his restaurant. He added: “I had to do a double take. At first I thought it might be a look-alike, but it really was him and he had his wife, Lara Stone, with him. “She was a really lovely person”. “They were probably with us for about 45 minutes to an hour, and I was watching the customers who were coming in do a double take when they saw him.” Lara was once asked by a top fashion magazine about foods she couldn’t resist and the Dutch beauty replied “I like nice comfort foods like shepherd’s

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pie or bangers and mash. Or the simple things: nice English breakfast, fish and chips.” Steve is also celebrating his number one status on Trip Adviser too, in the area out of 46 restaurants his reviewers place him on top with their ratings.

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for the Q Partnership The Q Partnership has recently introduced the “Hook & Fish” design across a comprehensive range of packaging to give Fish & Chip Shops the opportunity to have a single design for all of their packaging.

wo compartment boxes have gained in relevance and popularity because they provide almost the perfect way to serve and transport Fish & Chips. By separating the fish from the chips in the same box you are able to protect the integrity of both products………………. This separation prevents the chips from sticking to the batter and also prevents the batter from becoming soft by being in close contact with the moisture from the chips.

Great, professional, presentation. Great portion control to help you to manage your business. In three sizes.

For further Information contact your nearest Q Partnership supplier; Henry Colbeck Limited www.colbeck.co.uk 0191 482 4242

Apart from providing the very best presentation of Fish & Chips, two compartment boxes also provide a genuine portion control management device for Fish Friers and their staff. 28

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The two compartment box for ‘pan perfect’ Fish & Chips! •

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Keeping it in the Family Not many people can say that their business is Father and Son and coming up to 50 years in the same business.

eople used to say “Go to the Greeks on Whitchurch Road, you know the shop when you go inside the guy can`t speak very good English” (my Dad), well he`s still the same now and has been in the country 59 years. The shop (Yans Fish Bar) was opened around 1969, the outside light box sign had a quarter moon on it so that’s why I think it was 1969, (the year the first man landed on the moon), the Greeks always had a funny sense of humour, but some customers say it was 1967. I started working three nights a week at 11 years of age (you wouldn`t be able to do that these days) and I also worked the odd dinner hour so my Dad could go to market (not to get potato`s or fish) but to get cattle for his small holding. How times have changed in the years of trade. We always closed the shop at the end of August for a month to go on holidays, so I missed the first month of school. It was always busy during school holidays not like today. In the trade today this is probably the quietest time, unless you are near a beach and the weather is fantastic. Years ago if you wanted to buy a fish shop

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you asked the pie man, he knew everything, also he would tell you what they were spending or if it was a good pie shop. Not any more as it’s about the traditional fish and chips suppers and side orders now. Menus and tastes of people have changed dramatically. Since opening the shop there is one thing that we have never changed from and that’s

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Attention Chip Shop Owners!

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U O Y E AR p Front Frymax. Thank you Cyril Soloman for a great time in London it was a honour to be invited to the 50th year celebrations in London. For the first 25 years we never had a name on the business, it was only after I took over in 1993 a couple of years later I thought I had better name the shop Yans (Greek for John`s). How many chippys in the UK years ago was called John`s, you will be surprised how many people take photos to take home from abroad because they got a relative called Yan. The first ten years was all about building it up more than re-vamping the shop.In 2000/1 a new range was fitted by a local company Preston and Thomas . Originally we had an old Davies Range made by the same company and second hand so it was probably at least 45 years old when it got taken out. In 2010 a new shop front was fitted with double doors it is amazing in the summer months. In 2012 I fell ill and had to close the shop for two months because of the standing and seeing nurses every day. With time off it wasn`t good, it was time to move forward and change. A website was designed which we don`t use as much as we should. A new motif was made with new uniform, new menu boards by my friend John Sall, Managing Director of Harlequin Print and Design. Attending the Isle of Ely open day and many other food trade shows was the start of my recovery. Also, being present at the NFFF Welsh Area Meetings, these things started to boost my imagination at a time when I was very low. It was great meeting loads of new people in the trade, chatting on and adding them on face book. Luckily enough when I came back to work my five young staff all come back to work for me a great bunch of boy`s. The end of 2013 we won the Quality Award an amazing feat with a small shop not many 31

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staff and being only one of 250 shops in the UK to get the award. In 2014 I was invited to the Fish and Chips National Awards by John Sall. In 2014 we won Best Chippy Chips in Cardiff yet again off the potato council – amazing. Recently I was voted in Chairman for Wales in Area 8, (a massive honour for me) - John Penaluna was made vice Chairman from Penaluna Famous Fish and Chips and Zohaib Hussain was made Treasurer from Zero Plus Fish Bar. In Wales we have got a great group going to meetings. Zohaib was young frier of the year, Mathew Williams, Crispy Cod winning Wales Twice. Penalunas being in the top five for a couple of years in Wales. Also, Paul Thomas from Dolphin Fish Bar. It just proves that is you put your mind to anything you can turn things around. Yans is a small chippy which has so much passion and determination for this trade. The meeting of the next NFFF Wales Area 8 is Sunday the 28th September 2014 at the Park Inn, Cardiff North, Llanedyrn, Cardiff, CF23 9XF at 10.30am New and old members are always welcomed. I can be contacted on 07929787262 or e-mail steve@yansfishbar.co.uk

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ugh can you tell us about your potato growing set up? We are a small family run farm on the Romney Marsh, we are primarily potato producers but, we also grow cereal crops and look after our Romney Marsh Sheep. We only supply the chipping market with our potatoes and have been trading with Isle of Ely Produce for approaching 20 years who are our sole marketing potato agents. What is the history behind the branding? The Horses Bones branded potato bags are well known across the United Kingdom. Many ask about the history behind the bag without realising that it actually stems from the Napoleonic Wars. It

is said that all of the returning horses (which had served the generals so well) were all retired and then ultimately buried on what would become the Balcomb’s land) Can you tell me about the award winning Romney Marsh sheep? The Romney Marsh sheep is a “longwool” sheep. Since the thirteenth century they have been a familiar site on the Romney Marsh and provided the foundation for the English woollen industry. It is bred for both wool and meat. . Thank you Hugh for taking the time to give me an insight into the workings of your farm at Romney Marsh. Amanda W - Isle of Ely Produce - Field to Frier

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Location: Based at Horses Bones Farm, Romney Marsh, close to Lydd in Kent. Land Type: Grade 1 & Grade 2

Romney Marsh is reclamation land from the sea, throughout the centuries life on the Marsh was centred around sheep, smuggling and defending from invasion. Romney Marsh covers an area of about 100 square miles, some 18 miles of coastline, with the coast extending from Hythe to Dungeness Point. The Marsh has always been vulnerable to attack from Romans, Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Normans, Napoleon or Hitler due to its closeness to the continent.

Variety of Potatoes Grown: Agria, Ramos, Piper & Markies Volume of Potatoes Grown: 300+ Acres Availability to Fish & Chip Shops: Mid July ending June the following year How long have you been growing potatoes? generations

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Other Crops Grown? Cereal crops, Oilseed Rape, Legumes Do you keep any livestock? Award winning Romney Marsh Sheep History: A 4th generation family farming business which is run by myself and my wife Joan alongside our two sons, Colin and Alan. My grandfather started the farm early last century and a large part of the business then was to supply the Navy Army and Airforce at the local garrison town in the 1st world war. 34

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Founded by Mathew McBride and Sons The McBride’s have been farmers and potato merchants for several generations. The family originates from Carricknaveigh in the Saintfield area of Co. Down since 1921.

he business moved to Eagle Hill, Donaghadee in 1975. After having spent 25 years concentrating growing swede and early turnips Matthew decided the land at Donaghadee was better suited to growing potatoes. So, he used previous knowledge and experience alongside new technology to start growing up to 150 acres in the early nineties with his two sons Ian and Trevor. They started to market all their own potatoes around 1980. Matthew has since retired and the business is run by Ian who buys most of his potatoes for the chip shops from England, Cyprus and Spain (in season). Trevor now owns and runs a chip shop called ‘The Golden Chip’ in Dundenald, N. Ireland. All the staff at Eagle Hill have a comprehensive knowledge of potatoes

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and can offer advice on growing, harvesting, storage, frying and also provide an excellent after sales service. A no quibble guarantee is offered on all of the produce. Potatoes are stored in temperature controlled stores and undergo rigorous testing. They are tested for Dry Matter, Sugar Content which affects the fry colour and are counted to estimate the average size of potato per bag. Delivery is 52 weeks a year to Greater Belfast and County Down area and they will consider delivering anywhere in Northern Ireland. Customers have personal preferences so a “try before you buy samples” service is offered. Eagle Hill likes to keep ahead of the game and is in the process of planning new warehouses and extensions.

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Trevor, a former partner of M. McBride & Sons (potato growers and merchants) for over a decade, knows exactly what it takes to make the perfect chip.

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revor has been running the Chip Shop business since 1994 and uses his brother Ian’s potatoes from Eagle Hill Potato Marketing. Trevor say’s - “I have been using my brother Ian’s potatoes since I first started out in the Chip Shop business, they are always fresh, tasty and great quality which ensure’s the customer gets the full experience of a delicious chip!” This is very evident when you join the often long queue of loyal regular customers,

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many of whom come from great distances to experience the great tasting chips from ‘The Golden Chip’. The shop is open 6 days a week and is managed daily by Elizabeth Skilling who runs a totally committed team which ensures high quality customer service, whilst Margaret Kennedy (preparation manger) and Trevor’s son Kyle maintains the guarantee of great value for money with generous portions of quality fried food. The Golden Chip offers an extensive menu with choices to suit the whole family. From traditional chips and fish which include Cod, Haddock and Scampi to their famous Chicken Strips (succulent pieces of pure chicken fillet, striped, lightly marinated, battered and cooked to perfection). In fact, over 100 delicious hot items are offered, among these their ever-popular secret recipe homemade pasties. In addition The Golden Chip also caters for numerous parties and office orders, many of these, delighted with the quality and service provided, place regular orders each week. The Golden Chip has been honoured with many awards including: Bridgestone Award (5 times winner), Customer Excellence Awards (Gold), Best Manager Award, Seafish Award Winner, Food Standards Agency 5 Stars and has been voted Britain’s number one.

Agrico UK Ltd is a specialist developer and supplier of high grade seed potatoes, supplying innovative and tasty chipping varieties to the fast food trade. Have you tried our Markies, Agria, Fontane and Performer potatoes? Why not ask your local supplier today Call: 01307 840 551 Email: potatoes@agrico.co.uk www.agrico.co.uk @agrico_uk

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SMITHSCRISP IN THE HEAT! Frankie’s shift manager Carlyn Kearney recently swapped Shetland for Singapore for 10 days – while keeping her day job. She travelled there with Leigh Foster, winner of the 2014 Drywite Young Fish Frier of the Year Award at the National Fish & Chip Awards.

arlyn and Leigh, who works at Pantrini’s Fish & Chips in Whitley Bay, worked at the two fish and chip shops run by Smiths in the Far Eastern country. They also had a chance to see the sights and enjoy the local nightlife. The biggest difference Carlyn noticed was the heat. “I know I live on an island in the middle of the North Sea so it is colder than most, but oh my heavens this was hot and humid! After working a few shifts they realised how much of an effect it would have on everything. “With a temperature of 32 degrees along with the humidity, air conditioning was essential, not just for us two melting away behind the fryer but more importantly for all of the ingredients required to make great fish and chips.” They suggested to owner Paul Lawless that they make some radical changes, not least because the chips they cooked very quickly went dark in the fryer, caramelising as they cooked.

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“We spent a lot of time coming up with a new system that Paul was happy with and trained the staff on using Drywite and the best preparation methods, along with changing the temperatures of all storage,” said Carlyn. But it wasn’t all work. Carlyn and Leigh attended the Queen’s Birthday celebrations at the British Embassy, visited Santosa Island and had lunch on the beach, enjoyed a bicycle ride to Chinatown and saw the zoo, the Marina Bay sands and Clarke Quay. “We didn’t want to come home – we’d have loved to have stayed longer!”

Contact

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This month’s chip shop abroad centres around the Anchor Fish and Chip shop/bar in Minneapolis

Kathryn, Luke and Jenny

Weigh Anchor and Hoist the Mizzen in Minneapolis

hat’s to like about Anchor Fish & Chips? Well just about everything. Starting with the fish and chips. It’s a generous slab of wild Alaskan cod, dipped in a delicate water-based batter and fried until an outer shell -- light, golden, gently crunchy and relatively grease-free -- forms a protective seal around the moist, succulent fish. The slightest pressure from a fork breaks through that delicate crust, causing a clean-smelling steam to rise up, which tickles the nose and whets the appetite for the dense whitefish, which falls away in hefty chunks. Anyone raised on McDonald’s abominable Filet-o-Fish sandwich -- present company included -- will find it a revelation. Each table comes authentically equipped with a

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bottle of white vinegar, and its bracing bite hits the spot. The chips side of the equation is equally alluring: fabulous thick-cut, Minnesotaraised fried potatoes -- barely crisp on the outside, hot and tender on the inside. Order them with a side of the tangy, slightly sweet curry sauce, and you’ll know what it is to encounter bar-food brilliance. The Anchor is a partnership of firsttime restaurateurs Kathryn Hayes, Luke Kyle and Jenny Crouser. That they met and became friends in a northeast Minneapolis bar speaks volumes about the Anchor’s good vibrations. Those fish and chips not only headline the brief menu, but overshadow all that follows the zesty sausages, a blend of fine-ground pork and bright seasonings Chippy Chat & Fast Food Magazine • August 2014

Chip ahoy! If you can’t get down to the anchor the Anchor might just sail your way

Fish and Chips

made at Sentyrz Liquor & Supermarket -battered and deep-fried, of course -- are terrific. I’m crazy about the mushy peas, which are just that: A small, semi-creamy bowl of Green Giants mashed with vegetable stock and a rather sinful amount of butter. It’s baby food for grown-ups. As for the Heinz baked beans, uh, not so much. Good luck on the getting-a-seat thing, because the Anchor is that ruthless combination of popularity (crowds), scarcity (roughly 35 seats) and no reservations. My longest delay was 75 minutes, which, frankly, was testing my desire to wait for deep-fried fish and potatoes, even ones this good. But standing around taught me a few valuable lessons: Go early (before 5 p.m.) or late (after 9), and ask if you can cool your heels in one of the coveted chairs in the “library,” the cozy book-lined (Irish and British titles, naturally) nook in the rear. The unpretentious setting meets all neighbourhood-joint qualifications. It’s nothing fancy, just blood-red walls, gleaming black tiles, a beautifully restored tin ceiling (a calling card from the address’ days as a butcher shop) and a wide-open kitchen, but it has character. Rick Nelson - Minneapolis 39

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On the Menu

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42nd Street Chicken Fillet Bites – Now Available with Unique Point of Sales! With a great product, comes great marketing. This is exactly why the Q Partnership is providing 42nd Street Chicken Fillet Bites Till Wobblers.

f you are one of those customers who realise that a quality meal is “all about the ingredients” then this products will positively surprise you – if it hasn’t already!

• Produced from grain fed and welfare audited poultry • Made with 100% whole muscle chicken fillet • Finished in a flavoursome coating • Fries superbly • Cooks within 5 mins (in a deep fryer) • Hold exceptionally well in hot box for over 40 mins • Save & Select points with every bag purchased

For further Information contact your nearest Q Partnership supplier; Henry Colbeck Limited www.colbeck.co.uk 0191 482 4242 VA Whitley & Co Limited www.vawhitley.co.uk 01706 364 211 Friars Pride Limited www.friarspride.com 01733 316400

Spice up your menu with our 42nd Street Chicken Fillet Bites, till with a funky wobbler and watch your sales grow! Request them with the next order from your nearest Q Partnership distributor 40

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It’s all about the ingredients! 42nd STREET® Chicken Fillet Bites are produced only from whole muscle chicken breast! Covered in a specially developed coating that adds to the flavour and texture of the product the result is a light, golden crispy outer coating to a succulent and tasty chicken. 42nd STREET® Chicken is produced only from poultry that is grain fed and welfare audited, ensuring peace of mind in today’s ingredient and quality conscious environment. Add something extra to your menu such as a lunch time special or kids meal.

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Contact Your Nearest Q Partnership Supplier Henry Colbeck Limited VA Whitley & Co Limited Friars Pride Limited 0191 482 4242 01706 364211 01733 316400 41 Chippy Chat & Fast Food Magazine • August 2014 Chippy Chat & Fast Food Magazine • August 2014 www.colbeck.co.uk www.vawhitley.co.uk www.friarspride.com

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FREE Open Day Isle of Ely Produce are to once again open their doors to chip shop owners and managers so they can see firsthand the long and often arduous journey a potato makes before it reaches their shops

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t will be an important day for all 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 15th September in Ely, Cambridgeshire and will be available on a first come first served basis to chip shop owners, managers & suppliers. The KFE open day is on September 14th so many people could chose to visit both. Included in the afternoon will be a visit to one of the biggest potato farmers in Cambridgeshire P.J. Lee & Sons. Here you

will see them in action, as they welcome you to their ‘office’ – thousands of acres of fantastic fertile land which is ideal for growing the UK’s best chipping potatoes. Richard Lee will be on hand to have a chat and will give you an idea of just how much investment they’ve made to ensure the end product you receive is the best in Europe. After the farm visits we will come back to Chippy Chat (and Isle of Ely Produce) HQ for some light refreshments & then some short punchy presentations from key people across the industry. We would like to say thank you to our sponsors who

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have helped us to fund this day and keep it FREE for those who come along. Julian Cruttenden said “Larchwood Foods Ltd are proud to be supporting IOE/Chippy Chat at their 2nd annual open day this September we will be showing off our award winning Mr Hugh’s Extra Virgin Cold Pressed Rapeseed Oil” Ryan Baker from Middleton Foods said. “Last year’s event was a real eye opener for those who attended, everyone learnt something new, to help finance something like this is a win win for all concerned.” 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 & chips! To take part (the day is free) email your details to amanda@chippychat.co.uk. 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.

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The Chip Baron’s Ball is back and will be held at the Holiday Inn in Peterborough. With space for over 250 people we are planning a really great party for the industry. Peterborough is easy access for roads rail and for those who arrive by air.

e will make this a real grand occasion and one which will be a chance to catch up with all of your friends and colleagues and also give you the chance to let your hair down. It will also be a chance to congratulate the main finalists just one month before

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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 7th 2014. Places for this event will be limited and are sure to be popular. Please can you email amanda@chippychat.co.uk if you wish to attend and also how many tickets you require? Chippy Chat + members will receive precedent for tickets and also a discounted rate too. Chippy Chat Plus members will pay no more than 2013 tickets. The ball is supported by KFE, Smales and Isle of Ely Produce. If you are interested in sponsoring the Ball too please email austen@chippychat.co.uk. The three course meal (we are going to make this a great quality menu) will be followed by a fantastic act and then finally a great disco for you to have a boogie. We have taken on board the sound issues of last year and will be providing some first class talent without blowing away you ear drums! It’s an excellent way to reward staff, relax with loved ones and catch up with friends in the trade. We also have a special rate at the hotel for staying over too which we will release nearer the time. Car parking will be hassle free and FREE. Call 01353 865 966 to pre-book your tickets today. Or email Amanda@chippychat.co.uk Chippy Chat & Fast Food Magazine • August 2014

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Now Supplying North and West Lon don Mitchell Potatoes (Estab 1883) is proud to be one of the UK’s longest established potato merchants, a record built on quality and reliability. Consistent quality: Our large supplier base and vigilant quality control helps provide consistent quality all year round.

Punctual deliveries: We run a fleet of modern vehicles with 24hr breakdown assistance. Annual fixed price contracts: We offer fixed price contracts to help you manage your budget without the worries of price fluctuations. We stock all frying varieties.

01926 633 323

www.mitchells-potatoes.co.uk @mitchellpots

Mitchell Potatoes

We are a Long established family firm of potato merchants, leading fish & chips shop suppliers and stockists of catering supplies. Our customers cover a wide area including Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Somerset, Worcestershire, South Wales & Wiltshire. Mason Potatoes have decades of experience We source potatoes from only the best growers and suppliers who meet our stringent quality standards By using our own fleet of vehicles our deliveries are customised to fit specific customer requirements We have an understanding of the region we cover that is second to none Our extensive range of dry goods and sundries ensures that we offer a unique service to our customers We focus on delivering the highest quality at the most competitive price To protect our customers against the ever changing price of one of their basic commodities we offer the security of fixed price contracts for our potatoes

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www.masonpotatoes.co.uk You can call us on:

01989 762000

Mansfield Ashbourne Notts Derby Dronfield

LEICESTERSHIRE

North Lincolnshire Scunthorpe

Area Covered

Established 80yrs Fixed price contracts available Potatoes replaced within 12hrs in the bigger unlikely event of you being dissatisfied All batches rigorously checked and test fried Ring today for your free sample

Lomas Potatoes 01909 562327 (3 lines)

07932 155677 (Andy) (S,Yorks, N,Yorks, Notts)

07703 263033 (Garry) (E,Yorks, N,Yorks, W,Yorks)

allomas@btconnect.com

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Chippy Chat & Fast Food Magazine • August 2014

Are you set for the annual Frankie’s Charity Cycle Sportive?

Frankie’s has opened registration for the fourth annual Charity Cycle Sportive in aid of Fishermen’s Mission funds, which will be held on 31st August.

ponsorship forms for cyclists of all ages and abilities can be picked up at the shop in Brae or you can phone 01806 522700 for more information. Frankie’s manager John Gold urged people, regardless of their cycling ability, to join in and support a very worthwhile cause. “If you have a budding Sir Bradley Wiggins in your midst then please encourage them to enter”. As well as people taking part in the event is also looking for support from the trade in general. “if you can help us with a donation for the day then brilliant, please contact me as any amounts are very welcome for this fantastic cause.”

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Tickets for the raffle, which will be drawn on the day of the event, are also available at Frankie’s and at Brae Garage. Prizes include a Samsung Galaxy Tab 4, £150 in cash, £100 in cash and a food hamper. The routes for the sponsored cycle are 40 miles (two times around a loop from Brae to Voe to Mossbank), 20 miles (once around the same loop) and 10 miles (Brae to Voe and back). Since it began in 2011, the Charity Cycle Sportive has raised more than £10,000 for the Fishermen’s Mission.

Contact John at Frankies Tel: 01806 522 700 Email: mail@frankiesfishandchips.com www.frankiesfishandchips.com Chippy Chat & Fast Food Magazine • August 2014

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Chippy Chat Plus Car Deals! 3 fantastic lease deals for business or pleasure!

From time to time we will offer our readers some great deals on car lease. The vehicles will be generally a mix of business and pleasure lease and are hand picked by experts to suit your needs.

Call Mark Johnson at Johnson Reed Ltd Tel. 0161 429 6949 for more information about these deals. All images and car descriptions on this promotion are for illustration and reference purposes only and are not necessarily the vehicle on offer. All offers are subject to change at any time and are subject to finance approval and vehicle availability. All prices correct at time of publication. E & OE. Other Terms & Mileages Available. 47

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

The Village Chippy - Shrewsbury Shropshire

rom inception, the business has steadily developed an enviable reputation, resulting in a large loyal local customer base. This is mainly due to the excellent service offered by our client, the quality of the fresh produce and ingredients used in the preparation of all foods and drinks. The business is currently run under management with 2 trained competent members of staff. We feel the business would suit a variety of purchasers from an owner/operator, to even a multiple group looking for an established business trading location. Location This business enjoys a superb location situated on Monkmoor Road, Shrewsbury close to a number of retail and commercial businesses. The business is surrounded by the dense residential part of Shrewsbury approximately 2 miles east of the centre of the town.

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The premises represent a spacious one storey lock up with approximately 130 sq. meters of floor space, situated in a highly desirable trading position. The location of the business is perfectly placed in terms of convenience for its clientele. Deliveries can be taken via the rear of the buildings so they do not interfere in the customer space. Externally the rear of the building houses bins and is kept in immaculate condition. The Next Step Viewings/Meetings – 08447 011 888 viewings@knightsbridgeplc.com (Strictly by appointment through the offices of Knightsbridge)

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

OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE A

GOLDEN PLAICE!

ings Business Transfer is delighted to introduce a well-established traditional fish and chip shop in an ideal location in the beautiful Somerset market town of Yeovil. The Golden Plaice has been established within the town for the past 12 years, presents an excellent opportunity for a new owner who is seeking a change in lifestyle and a taste of rural living. The business is trading well, however still offers great potential. Located in a prime position on a busy main road, Golden Plaice enjoys much repeat and passing trade, with a loyal customer base who have supported the business for many generations. The shop has been immaculately appointed with all equipment being kept and maintained to the highest possible standard, benefitting from a self-contained three double bedroom flat available above the shop which is ideal for an owner or manager, or has the potential to general additional income through renting it out. Thomas Chappell, Sales Negotiator at Kings Business Transfer, is handling the sale of the business commenting “Golden Plaice represents an excellent opportunity for a new owner to take over a well-established business, Our clients have carefully run this traditional fish and chip shop for many years deciding to put it to the market due to their impending wish to retire.” Golden Plaice is being offered to the market at the attractive asking price of £385,000 for the freehold, If you are interested in further information about this business, or would like to book a viewing contact our offices today on 0844 3877 308 50

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Market Street Chippy

ings Business Transfer is delighted to introduce Market Street Chippy to the market, a traditional fish and chip shop located in a prime position in the historical city centre of Lancaster. Market Street Chippy has quickly established a truly enviable reputation, boasting an extensive and loyal customer base. The business is operated from highly visible and imposing shop premises which are fitted to an exceptionally high standard with a range of superb quality catering equipment. Located at the heart of the bustling city centre the area is a hive of activity with continual footfall on a pedestrianised street, situated amongst an abundance of well known, major high street retailers with a market close by, the business therefore attracts high levels of regular local and passing trade. Daniel Morris, Sales Negotiator at Kings Business Transfer, is handling the sale of Market Street Chippy commenting “This is a thriving and highly lucrative business currently operated under management, offering terrific scope for future growth and improvement from a new owner.” Market Street Chippy is being offered at the attractive asking price of £85,000 for the leasehold, if you require further information or would like to book a viewing contact our offices on 0844 3877 308.

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To Buy: 0844 3877 308 Email: buying@kingsbt.co.uk

To Sell: 0844 3877 307 Email: selling@kingsbt.co.uk

BUSINESS TRANSFER

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Fish & Chip Shops

For Sale

Across the UK

The Rembrandt Easton

£775,000 Freehold

Thriving traditional fish and chip takeaway, restaurant and licensed bar with a prominent trading position, benefiting from immaculate 3 double bedroom accommodation Weekly takings £6,000

SEAFRESH London

£250,000 Leasehold

Profitable and well established traditional fish and chip restaurant with 20 covers, in a well populated residential area of North London. Weekly takings £7,500 Ref: 42606

Ref: 42546

NORTH WEST Preston - £150,000

YORKSHIRE Castleford - £60,000

W/T £2,100 Freehold Ref: 42798

W/T £2,500 Leasehold Ref: 41409

Manchester - £55,000 W/T £1,700 Leasehold Ref: 42770

W/T £1,000 Freehold Ref: 42284

SUSHI SALAD NOODLE BAR

Preston

Lucrative city centre sushi bar, located in a prominent trading position with excellent growth potential. Refurbished to a high level, with excellent owners accommodation. Weekly takings £1,100 Ref: 42611

WALES

MIDLANDS

Tenby - £15,900

Nottingham - £275,000

W/T £1,400 Leasehold Ref: 41986

Skipton - £375,000

Doncaster - £350,000

£25,000

Leasehold

W/T £7,000 Freehold Ref: 41551

Rhyl - £350,000

Bromsgrove - £89,950

W/T £1,000 Freehold Ref: 41823

W/T £3,000 Leasehold Ref: 42113

W/T £7,100 Leasehold Ref: 42387

Cardiff - £150,000

Nottingham - £145,000

W/T £700 Leasehold Ref: 42763

W/T in excess of £5000 Leasehold Ref: 41342

W/T £5,000 Leasehold Ref: 41884

Flixton - £350,000 Not trading Freehold Ref: 42727

Bradford - £30,000 W/T £1,600 - £2,000 Leasehold Ref: 42498

Dolgellau - £350,000

Birmingham - £60,000

St. Annes - £480,000

EAST OF ENGLAND

SOUTH WEST

SOUTH EAST

Liverpool - £25,000

Not trading Freehold Ref: 42555

Norfolk - £60,000

Newquay - £190,000

W/T £2,300 Leasehold

W/T £4,000 Leasehold Ref: 41778

Ref: 42291

Liverpool - £80,000 W/T £3,250 Leasehold

Ref: 42589

Dorset - £85,000

Essex - £50,000

W/T £1,500 - £2,000 Leasehold Ref: 42395

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www.kingsbt.co.uk

W/T £2,000 Freehold Ref: 41650

@Kings_BT

Accounts available after viewing Leasehold

Ref: 41817

W/T £1,400 Leasehold Ref: 41895

Kent - £350,000

W/T £1,400 Freehold Ref: 41441

Burgess - £50,000 W/T £2,500 Ref: 42118

Freehold

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TO BUY: 0844 2488 259 TO SELL: 0844 2488 260 info@fishfriers.co.uk www.fishfriers.co.uk @AltiusGroup

SOLD The Chippy Accrington Ÿ 4 Viewings Ÿ 1 Offer

Fish For Properties MANSFIELD

Fish Friers is a specialist broker with more than 30 years experience selling fish and chip shops. If you’re thinking of selling, call us on 0844 2488 260 for a free, no obligation market appraisal.

View more Fish & Chip Shops for sale on our website at www.fishfriers.co.uk SOMERSET

Prime main road position Ÿ W/T £4,500, Ÿ Scope to extend hours Ÿ Immaculately fitted Ÿ Valuable equipment Ÿ LEASEHOLD Ÿ

£140,000

Sell Your Plaice

Ref: 41809

Ÿ Excellent reputation Ÿ W/T £2,600 Ÿ Great location Ÿ Over 12 years

continuous trading

Ÿ Retirement sale Ÿ Excellent potential Ÿ FREEHOLD

£385,000

Ref: 42709

GLASGOW figures available after viewing

£74,995 L/H

Ref BC - 42155

FIFE figures available after viewing

£295,000 F/H

Ref BC-41953

MONTROSE figures available after viewing

LANCASTER Prime city centre position Ÿ W/T £3,350 Ÿ Amongst major multiples Ÿ Excellent scope Ÿ Prime city centre Ÿ LEASEHOLD Ÿ

£85,000

Ref: 42755

EDINBURGH Well established Indian takeaway Ÿ Excellent location Ÿ Loyal customer base Ÿ Well fitted throughout Ÿ Retirement sale Ÿ LEASEHOLD Ÿ

£44,995 52

Ref: BC-41827

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AYR Well established customer base Ÿ Fitted with modern equipment Ÿ Retirement sale Ÿ Excellent trading location Ÿ LEASEHOLD Ÿ

£84,995

Ref: BC-42722

£149,995 L/H

Ref BC- 42171

GLASGOW W/T £4,500 £89,995 L/H

Ref BC-42089

BARNSLEY W/T £1,000 £99,950 F/H

Ref 42808

BURY W/T £3,500, £65,000 L/H

Ref 42819

HIGHLAND Ÿ Family run business Ÿ Established for over

40 years Ÿ Community supported Ÿ Huge Potential to increase turnover Ÿ LEASEHOLD

£290,000

Ref: BC-42446

WARWICK W/T £1,800 £50,000 L/H WIGTON W/T £1,800 £55,000 F/H

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Sell with confidence, sell with Fish Friers

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