Lanarkshire chippies taste success at Scottish Italian awards

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A multi-award winning Coatbridge chip shop has tasted another success by claiming a hotly-contested accolade at the Scottish Italian awards.Tony’s Chip Shop in Shawhead was crowned as serving up Scotland’s best fish and chips – beating 26 other nominees from across the country to claim the coveted title.

It comes just five months after the popular chippie earned the title of Scotland’s fish and chip takeaway of the year at another industry ceremony, and adds to their growing string of national awards.

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The Hallcraig Street eaterie earned nominations in a total of five categories, also reaching the shortlist for best west of Scotland restaurant, best chef and best pizza.Delighted Tony’s owner Hugh Innes said he and his team at the Berwick Street takeaway are “still buzzing” after taking the coveted title, which they described as