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The four Edinburgh chippies shortlisted for Best in Scotland award

Four Edinburgh chippies are in contention to be heralded as the best in Scotland.

This year's Food Awards Scotland finalists have been announced, with a number of Edinburgh eateries battling it out across several different categories against other establishments across the country.

Food Awards Scotland aims to 'celebrate the best in the food industry; from the excellent restaurants, chefs and servers, to the specialists and suppliers'.

READ MORE: Neighbourhood bar in Sighthill could win Scotland Community Pub of the Year prize

The winners will be announced at a black-tie ceremony in Glasgow on September 19.

And competing for the 'Best Fish N’ Chips Establishment' in the South East award are four capital fish and chip shops, each with loyal followings.

MC's Takeaway in Dalkeith (Facebook - MCS-Take-Away)

First up is a chippy on the outskirts of Edinburgh, in Dalkeith - which claims to have the 'largest delivery radius in Scotland' - with MC's Takeaway getting the nod.

They're joined by Bertie’s Proper Fish & Chips which we recently featured on Edinburgh Live as Trip Advisor's top rated fish and chip restaurant for the city. It's such a catch, people even choose to have their wedding dinners there.

Bertie's on Victoria Street (Instagram @bertiesfishandchips)

Long time Leith family business Pierinos also secured a nomination, having been a huge hit ever since they served their first fish dish way back in 1983.

And finally, from Edinburgh, is Fish Haymarket, which recently announced its shock closure - despite its popularity - as we reported just this week.

Fish Haymarket recently announced its shock closure (Fishhaymarket)

For more about the awards and to see the full list of finalists, you can click here.

Organisers say: "Whether it is the places that you have had your lunch and dinner hundreds of times or new establishments that have just entered the industry, the Food Awards Scotland 2022 are an exclusive celebration of the masters that enhance the flavours in Scotland.

"The event will welcome top professionals of the country’s food sector that provide delicious dishes, the freshest of products and rich menus.

"It will also showcase food suppliers, servers and manufacturers that take our taste buds around the world while in the comfort of Scotland.

"The awards promise to be a memorable event in the food industry’s calendar, with a wide range of accolades ready to be presented to the most deserving professionals and establishments, including Restaurant of the Year, Best Italian Establishment, Bakery of the Year, Best World Cuisine and many more."

A spokesperson for The Food Awards Scotland said: “Scotland offers a wide range of places that serve world cuisines. The finalists were voted for by the public for providing authentic recipes and unique dishes to their diners, creating memorable experiences for both residents and visitors.

“Undoubtedly, there are some amazing specialists around the country, who know how to offer great service, delicious food and meet the expectations of their diners. These are the professionals that we aim to reward at The Food Awards Scotland 2022.

“We would like to wish all the finalists the best of luck and we can’t wait to welcome all our guests and celebrate the winners with them.”

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