Treason of the highest degree.
Fans of the chunky British crisp have been left devastated after new research revealed it has been replaced by slimmer rivals from across the Channel in US burger chains and high street bistros.
According to new research, Blighty 62% of people prefer french fries to chunky fries, citing the crispier texture (58%) and their ability to withstand moisture (24%) as the main reasons they shy away from traditional fries. fries.
Others noted that you get more on your plate (18%), which is hard to fault.
As if the French haven't caused enough misery, a whopping 56% said that, overall, French food is better than us Brits.
Holy blue!
Britons eat chips or French fries on average three times a week, with four in 10 (44%) describing themselves as fried potato connoisseurs. Men (47%) are more likely to be fanatics than women (41%).
London (67%), Leicester (52%) and Birmingham (51%) are the most recognized connoisseurs of chips/french fries in the UK, while Norwich (26%), Cambridge (25%) and Plymouth (29%) %) is not too keen on fried potatoes.
As the country's biggest chip lovers, Londoners can grab a free order with Côte's new secret menu item Le Curry Sauce at St Katharine Docs restaurant's pop-up chip stall on Friday 17 May from noon to 4pm French fries. Free portions are limited, so get there early to avoid disappointment.
Nearly two-thirds (65%) of respondents claimed they would eat chips with every meal if they could, while more than a third (35%) admitted they always order them when eating out French fries.
More than half (53%) of Brits put sauce on the side of their plate, while a third (32%) put it on their chips.
Steve Allen, executive chef at Côte Brasserie, said: “It’s clear that Brits are big fans of all kinds of chips. The crispy texture of the chips pairs perfectly with the delicious sauce, which is often the show stopper. “I'm not surprised at all about the popularity of curry sauce.”
If you'd like to share a side of fries with friends and family this spring, the Côte's Fretes with Le Curry Sauce secret menu item will be available in all 82 French Bistro stores across the UK until 16 June 2024 – just say “Le Curry” when ordering “sauce”. The secret menu is part of Cote d'Ivoire's spring specials.
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