Pat ‘Pop’ Newland, owner of Poppies Fish & Chips has been serving some of the best fish and chips in East London for 60 years. From the Second World War to the creation of one of London’s most iconic establishments, Pat takes BEAST through his memories of the East End and his love affair with fish & chips
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SERVES 4 4 quails, butterflied 2 lemons, halved For the brine: 500 ml (2 cups) water 500 ml (2 cups) beer (preferably a good ale) 3 […]
