FishSmith have found a fish and chips niche, in which to serve interesting takeaway food of the sort not typically found among their competition - things like fish tacos and soft-shell crab buns, both of which were superbly presented, tasty and fresh. The tacos come with either chips or salad and we chose the salad, which was a class above standard fish-and-chip-shop fare. Wrapping chips in paper,although providing a dose of nostalgia and familiarity, feels increasingly outmoded. The chips go soggy and sad, and since our country has become more interested in food, we've come to understand the physics behind a quality chip. They may cool faster in a lightly aerated box, but in order to maintain the satisfying exterior crunch, that's a fair trade-off. Having said that, I came away from my FishSmith meal feeling as if I'd eaten something satisfyingly delicious, a little bit naughty, innovative and exciting. I walked away from my dining room table feeling not bestodged, in the way of a usual fish and chip meal, but delighted.
Lowdown
FishSmith
200 Jervois Rd,
Herne Bay.
Ph: (09) 376 3763
fishsmith.co.nz
