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York's Scrap Box Crowned Best Fish & Chips!
26 Feb
Summary
- The Scrap Box in York has been named Takeaway of the Year.
- Brothers Aman and Gavin Deshi achieved this prestigious award.
- The National Fish & Chip Awards 2026 ceremony was held in London.
The Scrap Box, a beloved takeaway in York, has been awarded the coveted title of Takeaway of the Year at The National Fish & Chip Awards 2026. The establishment, run by brothers Aman and Gavin Deshi, impressed judges with their outstanding fish and chip offerings.
The awards ceremony, now in its 38th year, took place at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge in London. The event celebrates the best in the fish and chip industry, with rigorous judging criteria assessing product quality, customer service, and sustainability.
Runners-up in the Takeaway of the Year category were The Fish Works from Largs, Scotland, and Shaws Fish & Chips of Dodworth in Barnsley, South Yorkshire. Yorkshire notably had four nominations, the most of any region.
Aman Deshi expressed his honor, calling the award 'the Oscars of our industry' and a testament to the team's craft and consistency. The National Federation of Fish Friers emphasized the competition's robust judging process, ensuring high standards across the sector.
