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Over 50 chefs from Marriott Hotels and
Renaissance Hotels throughout the United Kingdom recently competed
in a culinary cook-off to
create what they believe is the best fish and chips recipe.
In cook-offs across the United Kingdom, chefs
served up their signature recipes to a panel of judges, including
Gregg Brown, Marriott’s Culinary Director in the United Kingdom.
In keeping with Marriott’s continued commitment to the
environment, all of the fish Marriott uses in the United Kingdom
is sourced from a sustainable fish supplier. Brown said, “We are
very proud that our search for the finest fish and chips has
demonstrated our commitment to using fish only from sustainable
sources. During this search we have consumed over 6kg of chips and
10kg of fish, so we are well-equipped to decide what makes a
top-notch fish and chip dish.”
The six finalists hailed from Marriott Hotels in
Meon Valley, Manchester, Dalmahoy, West India Quay (London), St.
Pierre and Peterborough. Each dish included the chef’s personal
recipe for fish and chips as well as the perfect accompaniment to
the dish - mushy peas.
Competing in a final cook-off at London’s
Renaissance Chancery Court Hotel last week, the six finalists
prepared their dishes for a distinguished panel of judges
including Marriott executives, chief inspector at Billingsgate
Fish Market, Chris Leftwich and London Evening Standard food
critic, Charles Campion.
Judging categories included best fish, best
chips, best mushy peas, best presentation and best overall dish.
All dishes also included the fish and chips staple of tartar sauce
and a variation of the chef’s take on accompanying condiments,
including a shot of Boddingtons beer and red onion relish.
The winning best overall recipe went to Alan
Matthew, executive chef at Dalmahoy, A Marriott Hotel & Country
Club.
Matthew said, “I am thrilled to have won
this challenge, especially in such good company among my
colleagues. I have always had a strong passion for food and I am
very proud to know that my fish and chips will now be enjoyed by
Marriott diners across the United Kingdom.”
Chef Alan Matthew’s winning fish & chips recipe
will be available at all Marriott Hotels throughout the United
Kingdom this fall.
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