Spice, Selfies, and Danny Dyer – London’s Luckiest Lunch Crowd Gets a Fiery Treat
Imagine popping into your local chippy on a Friday lunchtime, expecting the usual, only to be handed your meal by none other than Danny Dyer himself. Sounds like a fever dream, right? Well, for a few lucky Londoners, this was reality. Frank’s RedHot just pulled off the ultimate spicy surprise, dropping ‘The Codfather’—yes, that’s now an official title—into the heart of Central London for a fish and chips giveaway like no other.
The Codfather’s Surprise – Free Fish & Frank’s for All
On an otherwise ordinary Friday, just off Oxford Street, an independent chippy became the hottest spot in town—literally. As the lunchtime rush kicked in, queues started forming for a classic British favourite. But instead of the usual chippy banter, customers were met with the unmistakable presence of Danny Dyer, decked out in a red apron and handing out battered cod with a fiery twist.
The East End icon wasn’t just there for the selfies—though there were plenty of those. Danny was serving up portions of crispy, golden fish, featuring Frank’s RedHot sauce mixed directly into the batter. The result? A fish and chips experience that had the lunchtime crowd buzzing, and quite possibly, sweating.
“Trust me, fish and chips with a glug of Frank’s RedHot is double naughty,” Danny quipped, charming the crowd in peak Dyer fashion.
Danny Dyer & Frank’s RedHot – The Ultimate Spice Duo
This isn’t Danny’s first rodeo with Frank’s. Last year, he introduced the world to ‘The Flager’—a legendary lager spiked with Frank’s RedHot sauce. Now, he’s back for round two, taking over the London chippy scene with a food combo no one saw coming but everyone is now craving.
“Nothing beats a proper chippy tea – it’s a British classic we all know and love… but when you add Frank’s RedHot into the mix, blimey, it’s something else!” Danny said, mid-shift as ‘The Codfather’. “I’ve always been a fan of Frank’s because it adds the perfect touch of flavour and heat without blowing your head off. Trust me, it’s proper naughty!”
One lucky customer, who just happened to stumble upon the spicy spectacle, described the meal as “the best fish I’ve ever had.” When Danny Dyer and hot sauce collide, expectations are naturally high—but it seems Frank’s RedHot didn’t disappoint.
Why Frank’s RedHot + Fish & Chips Just Makes Sense
Amit Singh, UK Marketing Director at McCormick (the company behind Frank’s RedHot), summed up the genius behind the campaign:
“Elevating mealtimes with just the right balance of flavour and heat is at the heart of Frank’s RedHot sauce. So, we wanted to introduce fish and chips with a delicious twist – and who better to give everyone a taste than ‘The Codfather’ himself? Seeing the look on everyone’s faces when they took their first bite of ‘The Codfather’-approved Fish and Frank’s was brilliant.”
Let’s be real: British fish and chips are sacred, but a little spice never hurt anyone. Mixing Frank’s RedHot into the batter doesn’t just add heat—it deepens the flavour, giving an extra kick to the crunch. And with the UK’s love affair with spicy food at an all-time high, this might just be the best twist on a classic since the introduction of curry sauce.
Missed Out on Danny Dyer’s Fish & Frank’s? Make It Yourself
Didn’t get to experience ‘The Codfather’ in action? Don’t worry, you don’t need Danny Dyer in your kitchen to get the full experience. You can recreate Fish & Frank’s at home with just a few simple ingredients:
- Frank’s RedHot Original Sauce (available at major UK supermarkets like Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury’s, and Waitrose)
- Plain flour
- Baking powder
- Cold soda water
- Fresh cod fillets
- Oil for frying
Mix Frank’s RedHot directly into the batter before coating your fish, then fry to golden perfection. Pair it with thick-cut chips, a side of mushy peas, and maybe even a cheeky pint (spicy or not).
Where to Get Your Hands on Frank’s RedHot
If this has you craving a spice-infused chippy tea, good news: Frank’s RedHot is widely available online and in supermarkets across the UK, including Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, Waitrose, Co-op, and Amazon. Whether you want to drizzle it, mix it, or dunk your chips straight in, Frank’s has your Friday night sorted.
Danny Dyer’s Takeover – What’s Next?
Danny Dyer’s partnership with Frank’s RedHot seems to be going from strength to strength. First, he gave us ‘The Flager’. Now, he’s revolutionising fish and chips. What’s next—Frank’s RedHot Sunday roast? A spicy full English? Only time will tell.
Until then, pick up a bottle of Frank’s, fire up the fryer, and give your fish and chips the ‘Codfather’ treatment. You won’t regret it.
