Just fish n chips

This writer's first encounter with fish 'n' chips was at a neighbourhood clubhouse. The discerning seven year old I was thought it was one of the best things ever to be tasted. An uncle then proceeded to tell me that it used to be served wrapped in newspaper. That didn't sound too tasty...

Subsequently, the various other places that were visited and during which fish 'n' chips was ordered and tasted yielded average experiences. Some were downright horrible but then, one didn't expect much at certain places. Hence, it was a genuine surprise when more out of curiousity than anything, an order of this age old dish at The Cotton Club turned out like this:

It tasted just as good as it looked. Crispy on the outside and succulent within with a generous helping of french fries completed with salad served in a pretty edible basket. And I'm not kidding about the edible basket part.

Yes, the presentation may be but the chef's personal interpretation of this simple dish. But there must be something said about the simplest dish being the most difficult to perfect. Inventor of fish 'n' chips I am not so arguments about how the dish should be this way or that, no answers avail from here but whether or not there is a GREAT example of fish 'n' chips that one should try - then this is it. Point me in another direction if you can.

So, for those of you who would like to sample the best value fish 'n' chips in town, head to The Cotton Club. Oh, and might I add the mushroom soup and fresh baked buns are quite heavenly too. If you're wondering if its one of those phenomenal price for the experience type, don't worry. Like I said, its the best value fish 'n' chips in town.

Now, not all items on The Cotton Club's menu will make one jump for joy though. So, go for a fish 'n' chips party first. The next item on their menu that I am eyeing is one with 'salmon' in it. We'll see how that fares.... and let you know!