Scots seaside takeaway's 'criminal' dish has people travelling 80 miles to try it

Daily Record

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Scran in Troon went viral after sharing a quirky new creation on TikTok.
A seaside takeaway in Ayrshire has sent social media into a spin with its latest concoction, ice cream loaded fries topped with sprinkles.
Scran, a popular food spot in Troon, unveiled the unusual treat in a short video online, and it has quickly become a viral sensation. Their TikTok post has now clocked up more than 300,000 views.
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Co-owner Kyle shared a clip of the dish, made with vanilla whippy ice cream poured over fries and finished with a scattering of multicoloured sprinkles. Viewers were quickly divided over the quirky offering.
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Some viewers branded the combo 'criminal,' while others were all for it, comparing it to dipping chips into a milkshake. One fan said: 'It's a yes from me."
But what started as a lighthearted stunt has quickly become a surprise hit. Kyle said: 'We're quite big on social media, so we were trying to come up with a way to promote the ice cream unit.
'We came up with the idea of combining the fries and ice cream, it was meant to be a wee funny video to try and get some interaction, but it blew up.
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'We've actually had people travelling down from Edinburgh to try and get some after seeing it on TikTok.
"It was meant to be a gimmick, but it's turned into something bigger. We've been selling them pretty consistently now!'
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Some customers have travelled as far as 80 miles just to sample the bizarre creation, proving once again that Scotland's love for delights from the fryer knows no bounds.
Just under 45 minutes by train or car from Glasgow, Troon has long been a magnet for beachgoers, families and day-trippers.
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At weekends, it's bustling with life, but during the week, it offers a quieter, more laid-back charm. Even when the beach is busy, its sheer size means you'll often find a spot to stretch out, especially at low tide when the Firth of Clyde reveals vast rippling sands.
The view from the coast is a showstopper. On clear days, the dramatic silhouette of Arran looms in the distance, and Ailsa Craig's volcanic dome sits ghostlike on the horizon.
Troon's golden beach stretches for over a mile, from the busy town centre in the north down to the world-famous Royal Troon Golf Club in the south, a regular host of the Open Championship.
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But it's not all sand and swings. The town is dotted with independent cafés, shops and restaurants, offering plenty to explore between cones and chips.
With Prestwick Airport nearby, planes sweep gently overhead, adding a touch of theatre to the skies.
And for anyone planning a seaside trip that won't break the bank, Troon is an easy win, regular trains from Glasgow Central take under 45 minutes, and with four free car parks in town, getting there by car is just as hassle-free.