Award-winning chippy reveal what makes their fish suppers so special
A beloved chippy is among the top 10 finalists for the Glasgow Times' Best Takeaway.
Catch, based in Netherlee, is in the running alongside Asian Tandoori (Cambuslang), Chippy Mahal (Kilsyth), Clay Oven Tandoori (Giffnock), Kam Wa Chinese (Glasgow), Levant (Glasgow), Rowans Deli (Glasgow), Spring Garden (Clydebank), The Kraken Chippy (Cambuslang) and Umairs (East Kilbride).
(Image: Pictures by Robert Perry) Alfan Ahmed, who has been the manager of Catch for the last three years, said he is buzzing about the achievement.
He added: 'This is a really proud moment for us.
'It is great to get the recognition. It makes us want to work harder.'
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(Image: Pictures by Robert Perry) So, what sets this award-winning chippy apart from the rest?
'We work hard to please our customers and give them great quality food,' Alfan said.
He added: 'We cook good fish and chips, and our main aim is quality ingredients.
'We make everything as fresh as possible and cook to order, which is what customers want.'
And the customers certainly agree.
(Image: Pictures by Robert Perry) Taking to Just Eat, one person said: 'Great food, great delivery.'
Another said: 'Always a good supper.'
A third added: 'Food was lovely.'
One customer branded their meal as 'excellent', while another else praised the fish in particular.
(Image: Pictures by Robert Perry) But there is another reason why this chippy believes they have made the finalist list – and deserve to win the top spot.
Alfan explained: 'We are quite well known in the Glasgow area and have won several awards.
'We often get involved with the community and charity and have helped at the local primary school and with charity events in the area.'
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(Image: Pictures by Robert Perry) Catch Netherlee also sells the likes of battered haggis, loaded fries and burgers.
They also have plenty of vegetarian and vegan options as well as kids' meals, side dishes and meal deals.
For more information about Catch, visit https://catchfishandchips.co.uk/catch-netherlee.html
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