As for the chips, these are made from white potatoes, peeled and cut to the thickness of thumbs, then placed in a steel basket and submerged in the same hot oil until they will crack apart when squeezed.
" Every industry has to adapt to survive, " said Booth. " Unfortunately, in fish and chips, there's only so much you can do while keeping it traditional. The potatoes need their peeling. The fish needs its frying."