Top of The Jampionship

Afish and chip shop’s new signature dish has been praised by Delia Smith and even sold at one of her restaurants says the Eastern Daily Press.

The dish, a deep-fried jam sandwich, was developed by Eric Snaith who owns and operates Eric’s Fish and Chips in three east of England locations, including Holt and Thornham.

Following a visit to the Holt branch, Delia was said to be so impressed by the invention that she added it to the Yellows Bar & Grill menu at Carrow Road.

Stuart Wiley, a chef at Eric’s, said: “The reception has been really, really good.

“Eric and Delia go way back and she’s visited us numerous times over the years, so it happened purely naturally - we’re very pleased.”

As well as deep-fried sandwiches, Eric’s has specialised in battered Creme Eggs that became an instant hit, and earlier this year, comedian and actor Jack Whitehall was snapped at the Thornham branch where he posed for pictures with fans.

On Eric’s Holt facebook page they said of the sandwich

“Take your Eric’s experience to new heights with our deep-fried jam sandwich…

Filled with a sweet helping of strawberry jam, all before being dunked in our sweet batter, deep-fried, and tossed in a coating of sugar. Some say this delicious treat resembles a fresh, hot doughnut, try it once and you’ll never look back.”

Have you had one of your dishes served elsewhere? Email austen@chippychat.co.uk