You need to find decent fish and chips here.

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I saw a post on a community board asking if anyone in Kitchener-Waterloo knows where to find a *decent* meal of fish and chips. The person making the inquiry said, and I quote, "In my opinion nobody here knows how to cook fish correctly. I’m hoping I’m wrong but, I haven’t found them yet." Now, here's the thing about this Region: we have a lot of great food, from Mennonite sausage at the St. Jacobs Farmers' Market to some truly innovative stuff in DTK, but this person's frustration about good fish and chips? That resonated. It’s a simple dish, really, but getting it right — crispy batter, flaky fish, not too greasy — seems to be a real challenge sometimes.

### A Culinary Quest for the Perfect Catch

The sentiment behind that post really highlights a common local frustration. We’re a hub of innovation and tech, sure, but sometimes the basics feel overlooked. Think about it:

* We're not exactly coastal, which might explain some of the issue.

* Many local spots aim for more upscale or trendy menus.

* The classic greasy spoon, where you'd expect to find a solid fish and chips, is becoming rarer.

It's not just about a meal, it’s about a certain kind of comfort food that people expect to find readily available. Whether you’re near Victoria Park in Kitchener or Uptown Waterloo, you’d think a good fish and chips wouldn't be a wild goose chase. Yet, it feels like it is. It's a small detail, but it speaks to the broader culinary landscape and what we sometimes miss here, despite all our other offerings.

Anja Baumann-Fong, MiTL Sports Desk, Kitchener-Waterloo.

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