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Post by peggs on Sept 21, 2020 11:06:00 GMT
Really want chips now but sadly the fish and chip van which calls here does rather bad chips, not crispy enough. I don't think we do anything here beyond odd picked egg, onion, I like the sound of the pineapple.
Did once have battered mars bar in a restaurant at suggestion of much younger past board member who probably didn't need to consider the likelihood of permanent consequences as much as me. With ice cream it was rather nice.
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Post by hulmeman on Sept 21, 2020 11:17:13 GMT
I've actually been to a chip shop only once (I know... I'm not a fan of fish, and the idea of finishing any food off with a splash of vinegar is my worst nightmare) but this thread is making me hungry and I am now considering a visit to a pretty nice looking one in the neighbourhood... Please, continue... Oh I love a good coming out story. (I watch 'em all on You Tube). You go for it when you feel ready Forrest. Don't feel pressured by others. There are many different types of chip shop catering of lots of different tastes, but they all have one thing in common. The fact that you are feeling hungry is a positive sign, but you don't have to make choices about vinegar straight away. Try it if you don't like it don't bother. Personally, I'm not a fan of vinegar but different vinegar strokes for different folks as they say. You might also consider topping with salt after vinegar. The world of deep fried food is endless. Good luck and let us know how you get on. |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 21, 2020 11:27:42 GMT
Really want chips now but sadly the fish and chip van which calls here does rather bad chips I'm having fish and chips for lunch, but I'm cooking it myself rather than going to the chippy because I'm trying to watch my weight and the chippy's portion of chips is about twice the size of the amount I'd make at home. But a chippy-sized portion eaten straight from the paper is just the thing to pick me up when the weather's colder. |
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Post by samuelwhiskers on Sept 21, 2020 11:31:20 GMT
I was recently introduced to the wonder that is orange chips.
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Sept 21, 2020 16:47:46 GMT
I was recently introduced to the wonder that is orange chips. I think we need to know more...I’m guessing it might be chips with grated cheese on top? |
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Post by Someone in a tree on Sept 21, 2020 17:05:13 GMT
I was recently introduced to the wonder that is orange chips. I think we need to know more...I’m guessing it might be chips with grated cheese on top? It's chip spice*. Some kind of paprika blend of spices. Yummy *not to be confused with the drug, Spice |
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Sept 21, 2020 17:21:07 GMT
Pies.
Pukka Pies to be precise. Never bought one from a chippy. I don’t think a chippy is the right place for a pie. Square peg, round pie.. Don’t be mistaken, I’ve eaten plenty of pies (leave it 😡) and Pukka Pies are sold on Ocado. They’re delicious. But not from a chip shop.
Ban the pies!
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Post by TallPaul on Sept 21, 2020 17:43:01 GMT
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Post by peggs on Sept 21, 2020 18:17:10 GMT
Mmm cheesy chips, haven't those in years and equally not an option geographically here but do like gravy and chips, I don't have the fish so not an issue there.
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Post by Someone in a tree on Sept 21, 2020 18:25:02 GMT
If Jacksons was around then they would now be selling it #weeps #errrner |
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Post by hulmeman on Sept 21, 2020 20:29:12 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Sept 21, 2020 20:32:04 GMT
So the Wigan Slappy is basically a pie sandwich. I want one.
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Post by hulmeman on Sept 21, 2020 20:36:33 GMT
That's a very dangerous slope to go down young The Matthew.
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Post by TallPaul on Sept 22, 2020 10:40:08 GMT
If Jacksons was around then they would now be selling it #weeps #errrner The Oughtred family has now sold Aunt Bessies too. Alongside a portfolio that includes the Ferguson Fawsitt in lovely Walkington, they've decided the future is organic veg, balsamic vinegar and preserved lemons. Kinda reminds me of the journey that BurlyBeaR has taken. He's already DMd for the address of the chip shop that serves hummus. 😄 |
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Sept 22, 2020 11:12:09 GMT
Battered cod roe anyone? This has changed too, the ones my dad used to have were a vibrant neon pink inside.  |
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Post by Someone in a tree on Sept 22, 2020 14:32:14 GMT
I'm currently at my parents in the far East (Riding) . Their neighbour, Pearl who runs the village chippie fortuitously popped round for coffee earlier. On tonight's menu is prawn toast and a seafood special (goujons, calamari and prawns). Planning a barbecue for tonight as the forecast is good so we'll go to the chippie tomorrow and I'll report back on the specials.
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Post by Sam on Sept 22, 2020 14:48:53 GMT
I feel so jealous with all your exotic chippies! Ours just do the standard fish chips and sausages. I don't like fish but I do like batter so I usually get a battered sausage or just chips. I'd love scraps but they don't do them!
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Post by Someone in a tree on Sept 22, 2020 18:59:52 GMT
A lot of chippies that diversify do not do it well. I love kebabs but for those I will either make it or visit a good un (Woody's Grill in Camden I'm talking to you). For fish and chips, I want a chippie that generally just does that.
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Post by Phantom of London on Sept 22, 2020 21:54:47 GMT
I just love a Tiger Loaf, the one from Lidl’s is great, filled up with chips and copious salt and vinegar.
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Post by vickyg on Sept 23, 2020 7:59:06 GMT
I just love a Tiger Loaf, the one from Lidl’s is great, filled up with chips and copious salt and vinegar. Wow, that really got me going at 9am. My version is warburton’s toastie with real butter and loads of salty, vinegary chips. Mmmmmm. |
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Post by TallPaul on Sept 23, 2020 8:32:42 GMT
You can get a bag of chips at Poppies for £1 between 3 and 4pm today.
Even if I was in that London I wouldn't be taking advantage. I once pushed the boat out and ate in at Poppies in Soho. Despite ordering an 'ordinary' sausage, the silly man brought me a bright red saveloy. Of course I said nothing, ate up and paid the bill, but I've never been back.
I should really unlike myself, or whatever it is I need to do!
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Post by Someone in a tree on Sept 23, 2020 9:16:32 GMT
I do like Poppies. Expensive but good. The one in soho with its decor that is trying too hard and fails. However Camden and Spitalfields has appropriate decor for sit-in cish and fhips!
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Post by samuelwhiskers on Sept 23, 2020 11:35:22 GMT
I just love a Tiger Loaf, the one from Lidl’s is great, filled up with chips and copious salt and vinegar. Does this board really allow hardcore pornography? *clasps pearls* |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 23, 2020 12:54:57 GMT
Mentioned it before but love the patties that you get in Hull, potato and seasoning battered. I also recall a cheese and onion version from way back that was yummy. The glory of northern chippies is, however, gravy so dark and thick that it is more solid than liquid. Chips and such gravy are second to none. Up in Scotland the haggis (or white pudding) supper is worth a mention. I once had shark in batter from an Edinburgh chippy, felt like tough meat and tasted like fish. Not something that I’ve repeated.
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Post by Someone in a tree on Sept 23, 2020 13:39:58 GMT
Many moons ago when I had hair and backpacked around Australia I bought a shark burger from a burger van on the Great Ocean Road. It was wonderfully tasty. My friend and still (s)hark back to it...
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