You cannot come to the UK and not eat Fish and Chips! It is the quintessential representation of British cuisine and an absolute must! Like with the origin of nearly all ‘national’ dishes, the arguments rage on about the origins of the dish, what is the best fish to use, where was the first fish and chip shop or “Chippy” and of course where you get the best fish and chips. So, a brief potted history without venturing to join the argument, is that the dish made its entry into British cuisine sometime in the 1860s, with Lancashire and London claiming to be ‘first’! A staggering £1.2 billion ($1.5 billion USD) is spent on over 229 million portions of fish and chips a year!
Typically Cod and Haddock fillets dipped in a crispy, golden, beer batter and deep-fried. Served along with equally crispy chips, which are golden, crisp on the outside, and soft and fluffy on the inside. The whole dish is generously seasoned with salt and accompanied by garden or “mushy” peas! Strangely (or maybe not?!), a lot of Brits douse their chips with vinegar! But hey ho, different strokes…..
Where To Find The Best Fish & Chips
Sea Fresh Dining: This family-run restaurant in London’s Victoria has been serving top-flight fish & chips and more since 1965. For the perfect 3 course meal, start with a classic avocado with prawns, then get something fresh from the list either deep-fried in ultralight batter or grilled, and end it with Italian ice cream.
Hook Restaurant: With sustainably sourced ingredients, big portion size, and a modern take on the classic dish, Hook is fast growing a cult for its non-traditional fish & chips.
Kerbisher: Luscious fish coated in golden light crunchy batter served with a side of crisp and fluffy chips, need we say more?
Golden Hind Restaurant: Located in the heart of Marylebone Village, The Golden Hind has a 100 year legacy of serving the finest fish and one of the best fish and chips in London.
Poppies Fish and Chips: This retro-styled diner will take you back to the early 50s East End London. Substantial fillets of fish coated in a crunchy batter surely make a good impression.
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