FISH & CHIP NEWS
NFFF x Fuel Card Services
All of our members have access to an exclusive discount for Fuel Card Services. Fuel Card services can: Cut fuel costs – save up to 10p per litre Stay secure – it’s cash-free and helps prevent fraud Reduce admin – HMRC compliant invoices, no need to keep receipts...
Entries for the National Fish and Chip Awards 2025 are ‘o-fish-ially’ open
The search is on to find the next set of champion fish and chip shops as the National Fish and Chip Awards, the UK’s premier prize-giving event for outstanding businesses in the industry, today launches its 2025 campaign to find the greatest takeaways and restaurants...
Sizzling Chicken Strikes Gold At The National Frozen Food Awards
Meadow Vale Foods are delighted to announce that our Sizzling Shawarma Chargrilled Chicken Boneless Thigh saw off fierce competition to win Gold in the category of Best New Meat Main at the annual British Frozen Food (BFFF) Awards held in London last week. The award...
Middleton Foods announces return of The Peter Hill Award!
Following its tremendous success last year, Middleton Foods is delighted to announce that The Peter Hill Award is back and even bigger than before! The unique competition opens from 1st July 2024 to newcomers to the fish and chip trade, with a phenomenal £15,000 worth...
Cut costs and reduce waste with Goldensheaf 1.5kg Standard Batter Mix – now available at a lower price
Goldensheaf has always focused on making smart choices. It’s why its flour is milled to a specific grade and why its products are hydrated to the perfect level so that its batter not only outperforms the competition on taste and texture but value for money too,...
Rules banning new takeaways across most of Newcastle approved
In a bold move to address rising childhood obesity rates, Newcastle City Council has approved regulations that will significantly impact their takeaway industry. The new restrictions, set to be enforced across most of the city, aim to promote healthier eating habits...
JJ Foodservice Launches Community Directory to Boost Volunteering
JJ Foodservice has launched a Community Directory, aimed at encouraging volunteering among team members by listing local charities near every branch. The initiative supports the company's commitment to positively impact communities. Chief Operating Officer, Kaan...
HOSPITALITY NEWS
Fleetwood seafood processing park proves its importance to industry figures
Employment and sustainability at the forefront for prominent facility Leading figures from across the seafood industry have been shown first-hand the economic and environmental benefits of Fleetwood’s Neptune Fish and Seafood Processing Park. The £8 million investment...
Kerry Foodservice Announces the Passing of Brian Speck – Founder Member of the Goldensheaf Frying Squad
It is with great sadness that we learnt a founder member of the Goldensheaf Frying Squad Brian Speck passed away after a short illness at the age of 82. It goes without saying that he was a pioneer in foodservice and helped establish Goldensheaf as a flagship...
Middleton Foods announces return of The Peter Hill Award!
There’s still time to enter Middleton Foods’ Peter Hill Award 2024! The Peter Hill Award welcomes entries until 30th September 2024, from anyone new to the fish and chip trade. With a phenomenal £15,000 worth of prizes up for grabs, entries are coming in thick and...
Labour’s Plan to Restrict Takeaways Near Schools to Tackle Childhood Obesity
Labour is considering granting councils tougher powers to bar takeaways from opening near schools, as part of a broader effort to combat the UK’s obesity epidemic. The Government plans to launch a consultation to explore the best ways to enhance councils’ authority in...
Scottish Government Confirms ‘Latte Levy’ Consultation Would Extend to Fast Food Restaurants and Coffee Shops
The Scottish government has announced that the proposed “latte levy” will extend beyond coffee shops to include fast food restaurants. This initiative aims to reduce the environmental impact of disposable cups by imposing a minimum charge of 25p on any drink served in...
Dinaclass competition celebrates 60 years of success
1964 was a landmark year: the Beatles conquered America, Mary Quant introduced the iconic miniskirt, and West Ham United won the FA Cup for the first time. In addition to these historic moments, 1964 saw the launch of the Dinaclass brand, which introduced its...
Henry Jones – Batter That Does Better
Whether you’re a fourth-generation fish and chip shop steeped in heritage or a budding new business writing your own history, Henry Jones has a time-honoured and proven batter mix to take your business forward Henry Jones relies on a special, tried and tested batter...
NFFF BOARD BLOG
POTATO PRICES
With the cost of potatoes the latest crisis to hit our industry, we've put together some ideas you may wish to consider to see us through this difficult period. If you prepare your chips inhouse- Peel your potatoes strictly to a time leaving on a little skinUse a hand...
Invitations are going out – not long to wait now!
With just over a month to go to the National Fish and Chip Awards the excitment is building. Invitations are being send out so keep an eye on your inbox! I thought it would be a good idea to write an article about the importance of the awards for the fish and chip...
Food and Drink Supply Chain APPG
I was asked to attend the Food and Drink Supply Chain APPG in Portcullis House in London to represent the takeaway sector. APPGs allow parlimentarians to gather insight into issues to allow them to make future decisions. I have previously spoken at the Fisheries APPG...