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The Sun
27 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Colossal price of UK's priciest fish & chips as TikTokers flood village for 2.2kg dish that will feed you for a WEEK
IF you're partial to a fish and chips supper, you may be tempted to try this colossal portion that has gone viral online. The massive dish is available for an eye-watering price, with people travelling from far and wide to taste it. Nothing completes a day at the seaside quite like a trip to the local fish and chip shop. And many people have been rushing to a particular village chipper to get their hands on what is said to be the UK's most expensive fish and chips. While the enormous treat has even seen people from the US for a taste, many have been put off by the hefty price tag. The battered fillet weighs in at a whopping 2.2 kilograms, making it roughly 1.9 kilograms bigger than a typical battered fish. The Big Fish Meal And if you want to give it a go, head tof Archie's Fish and Chips in Thanet, Kent, for this viral sensation. But be warned, it'll set you back a staggering £65 , and many patrons struggle to even finish the pricey meal. If you're still up to the challenge, order "the Big Fish Meal" and maybe consider sharing. The meal includes the huge fish, four portions of chips, four sides, four drinks, and bread and butter. Alex and Natalie Bovalyaev, who have been running the chippy for 11 years with the help of their children, originally created the giant fish meal for their friends. Initially intended to be a one-off, they decided to test it on customers and haven't looked since. I visited the seaside town with the UK's best fish and chips Alex previously spoke to KentOnline about the success of the humongous dish. "It's bringing more customers in, as I think people enjoy something unusual," he said. "Because it's such a big piece and so chunky, I wasn't sure if it would come out OK. But after it's fried, it comes out very nice." And millions of people aroudn the world have watched clips online of people trying to tackle the giant fish. "Our customers are loving their Big Fish Meal," Archies Fish Shop said in a recent Instagram post. Most affordable fish and chip destinations in the UK Here are the most affordable places for a portion of fish and chips in the UK, based on the percentage of a local weekly wage. Southwold, Suffolk - £8.35, 1.06% of a local weekly salary New Brighton, Merseyside - £7.67, 1.07% of a local weekly salary Portmeirion, Wales - £8.57, 1.2% of a local weekly salary Folkestone, Kent - £10.53, 1.23% of a local weekly salary Whitstable, Kent - £10.75, 1.25% of a local weekly salary Llandudno, Wales - £8.97, 1.26% of a local weekly salary Tenby, Wales - £9.32, 1.31% of a local weekly salary Hastings, East Sussex - £11.56, 1.35% of a local weekly salary Padstow, Cornwall - £10.10, 1.35% of a local weekly salary Shanklin, Isle of Wight - £11.56, 1.36% of a local weekly salary The chipper even have to use a bread knife to cut the fish because of its size. Eager customers "That batter looks amazing, the crunch is everything," wrote one viewer. Another enthusiastic follower described the hefty fish supper as their "dream meal". "Wow that looks incredible," said one person while another joked it "would feed a whole football team". "I could and would eat that whole plate myself… I still think about the fish and chips I had when I first arrived in England many years ago," reminisced another fan. "If I ever visit the UK - so getting lunch here," said another future customer. And the trans-Atlantic draw proved to be a popular case, as another person commented: "Over 4,000 miles away! I'm going!" Meanwhile, on Trip Advisor one person said it is "the best chippy dinner" they have ever had. "£65, that's actually pretty decent considering the prices of everything nowadays in London," pointed out another customer. And while groups have managed to finish off the giant meal, Alex and Natalie said no individual has yet to manage the feat. More on fish & chips Plus, the UK seaside town said to be home to the country's best fish and chips. And the six customers fish and chip shop owners say they hate to see coming. An Irish seaside town is said to have of the "best takeaways in the world" , with famous fish and chips on the menu. And the famous fish and chip shop visited by dozens of huge A-list stars.
Yahoo
3 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Artist to serve up fish and chips at takeaway shop made entirely from felt
A fish and chip shop featuring 65,000 items made entirely from felt is to open in central Lucy Sparrow has created the Bourdon Street Chippy at the Lyndsey Ingram gallery in Mayfair, with a traditional chip shop counter serving up everything customers would expect to find at their local are fish and chips, battered sausages, pies, packets of condiments including ketchup and vinegar, containers of mushy peas and jars of Cornish sea salt.
BBC News
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Fish and chips made of...felt!?
If you've ever loved a meal so much that you wished it could last forever, this story's for to Bourdon Street Chippy, a new fish and chip shop opening in London - but you can't eat anything, because it's made entirely out of total, there are a whopping 65,000 handmade items in the fluff-filled shop, including fabric fish and chips, jumbo sausages, tubs of salt, bottles of vinegar, and favourite food would you like to see made of felt? Head to the comments to tell us!
Daily Mail
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Brit orders English food in Thailand and is stunned by the price
It's expected to miss some home comforts when living abroad, and one Brit in Thailand was craving some classic English dishes. Julia shares her life overseas on TikTok, @awaywithjuliaa, and regularly posts about her adventures. She uploaded a video of herself finding British food in Thailand with a caption reading: 'POV you're missing English food in Thailand and it's 10X better and cheaper.' In the clip, the traveller heads to a restaurant on the hunt for some of her homely favourites. 'I'm an English girl living in Thailand, it's Sunday today so I'm off to find a proper roast dinner so come with me to see what it's really like compared to the UK,' she explains. The camera then pans to show a restaurant, with Julia appearing to sit at a table outside. She exclaims: 'I'm so excited, we've ordered loads of food.' The Brit admits: 'The only reason I came here is because I'm missing England so much.' Then her order of fish and chips is served alongside Heinz gourmet malt vinegar. 'The first dish has arrived, look at that,' Julia gushes, before praising the 'chunky chips'. The content creator goes on to order another British classic, Toad in the Hole, and is left just as impressed. She's served a huge Yorkshire pudding stuffed with mashed potato, peas, onion and two large sausages. 'Wow, that looks unreal. Got the gravy. Yum. The size of that Yorkshire pudding, massive. A swimming pool of gravy,' she exclaims. 'Thailand does it better than England,' Julia adds, before tucking in. A third dish arrives, consisting of another huge Yorkshire pudding, a roast chicken, roast potatoes, carrots and cauliflower. The video attracted over 57,000 views and more than 100 comments. One watcher penned: 'Food looks banging for the price have fun.' Another chimed in: 'I'm coming in August I can't wait.' Another Brit in Thailand also recently revealed how much her lifestyle has changed since the move. Claudia, @islandlifewithclaudia, uploaded a video detailing how she no longer has to worry about many of the dull chores regular Brits do on a daily basis. From cleaning her house to even washing the sheets, Claudia explained that since her move to the popular Asian country, she doesn't do those basic tasks anymore in a huge lifestyle shift.
Daily Mail
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Is this Britain's most expensive chippy? Viral videos show fish lovers tucking into eyewatering £65 takeaway
It's a British classic and a typically more affordable Friday night treat than going out to dine at a fancy restaurant. But one fish and chips in Kent has raised eyebrows with its eye-wateringly expensive version of the beloved dish. At £65 for its 'special' cod and fries, Archie's Fish and Chips in Minster, Thanet, has surpassed Bentley's Oyster Bar and Grill in Mayfair - at £29 for the meal - and Gordon Ramsay 's £24.50 version at Bread Street eateries. But there's a welcome twist as Archie's monster portion of the quintessentially British dish is so large it could serve you for a week - or feed an entire household. The 2.2kg battered fillet has become a viral sensation on social media platforms such as TikTok, with food lovers shown excitedly tucking into the beast. Alex and Natalie Bovalyaev, who have run the chippy for 11 years, originally served the almighty meal as a one-off for friends. But after a positive reaction, they decided to put it on the menu for other fish lovers to try. Have YOU tried it? Email The 2.2kg battered fillet has become a viral sensation on social media platforms such as TikTok 'It's bringing more customers in, as I think people enjoy something unusual,' Mr Bovalyaev told KentOnline. 'People love it on TikTok. I don't think they've seen a fish that size before, so we're getting more orders now. It's good fun and makes people happy.' As well as the fish itself, the feast also includes four portions of chips, four sides, four drinks and bread and butter. One viral clip on TikTok shows a man cutting into the massive fillet - showing just how far the meal goes as a normal sized portion hardly puts a dent in the fish. While one person commented 'ouch' at the £65 price tag, another replied: 'That's pretty good considering a single portion of fish & chips near me costs about 15 quid, looks lush as well, hope you all enjoyed it.' Another added: 'I wouldn't share.' A fourth said: 'No taste to something that big. Small fish taste better.' Popular chef and TV star Gordon Ramsay has not gone unnoticed for his version of the British favourite, dished up at Bread Street eateries across the country - which can cost up to £24.50 depending on the restaurant. The dish is unsurprisingly served up with mushy peas and tartare sauce on the side. At Bentley's Oyster Bar and Grill in Mayfair, you'll expect to pay £29 for a version of the same dish, also served with tartare sauce and mushy peas, as you might expect. One viewer wrote on TripAdvisor: 'Don't get me started on the best fish and chips I have ever had.' A far cheaper alternative in Britain is Mathews Chippy in Grimsby, which sells a cod, fish and peas special for just £3. Singing its praises, one reviewer wrote of the eatery: 'Brilliant value for money 3 quid for a fish chips and peas special. Food was nice and great service, really busy queuing out the door.' In April, some fish and chips shop owners revealed they are no longer turning a profit from selling cod, amid inflation, rising costs and tightening fishing quotas. Concerned about 'fishflation', some chippy owners spoke out as one apologised to customers after charging £15 for fish and chips as a result of widespread price hikes. Labour's increase in National Insurance contributions also raised concerns for employers that they would have to increase wage bills. Brad-Lee Navruz, who runs The Nippy Chippy in Stonehouse, Gloucestershire, said he 'feels bad' for customers who've been left shocked by the new prices, but explained the rising cost of ingredients has left him with little alternative. Archie's Fish and Chips said in a comment: 'For everyone who is complaining about the price: £65 is for the MEAL FOR 4 PEOPLE!!! 'The meal is for preorders only.
