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Dipping plaice in batter - Fish & Chip Shop, Morecambe
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Dipping plaice in batter - Fish & Chip Shop, Morecambe
The owner/proprietor dipping plaice (or another type of flat fish) into a ceramic pot of batter in a Fish & Chip Shop, Morecambe, Lancashire, before placing into the hot fat fryer behind. Date: circa 1901
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Apron Chip Chips Dec18 Dipping Dips Flat Hard Lancashire Morecambe Plaice Preparation Prepares Proprietor 1901 Cermaic Owner
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A Timeless Tradition: The Proprietor of Morecambe's Fish & Chip Shop, circa 1901 In this evocative image, the proprietor of a Fish & Chip Shop in the seaside town of Morecambe, Lancashire, England, prepares a fresh plate of fish and chips for eager customers. The year is circa 1901, and the scene unfolds in the bustling heart of this coastal resort town, where the salty sea air mingles with the tantalizing aroma of golden, crispy fried fish and potatoes. The proprietor, dressed in a white apron, stands confidently behind the counter, dipping a plaice (or another type of flat fish) into a ceramic pot of batter. The batter, thick and golden, clings to the fish, ensuring a perfect coating that will protect and enhance its flavor as it fries in the hot fat. The proprietor's expression is focused and determined, a testament to the hard work and dedication required to run a successful fish and chip shop. The shop's interior is simple yet efficient, with large, wooden bins filled with potatoes and a fryer filled with hot fat, ready to cook the freshly battered fish. The walls are adorned with posters and advertisements, adding to the vibrant atmosphere of this humble yet essential establishment. This photograph captures a moment in time, a snapshot of a tradition that has endured for over a century. The Fish & Chip Shop in Morecambe remains a cherished part of the town's history, a symbol of the working class community that thrived along the English coastline in the early 1900s.
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