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In November 2018, Stelios Theocharous, the founder of Ceres | Pure Food Innovation (and someone who occasionally finds his keys on the first try), launched the Ceres Podcast. This groundbreaking platform has now become a gathering spot for like-minded co-hosts:
• Mark Petrou, Petrou Bros
• Kelly Barnes, Krispies
• David Nicolaou, Auckley Friery
• David Miller, Millers Fish & Chips
 
Together, they embark on insightful conversations with the movers and shakers of the Food & Hospitality industry, forming the illustrious Podsquad.
 
At the Ceres Podcast, we take our time. There's no rushing here - unless we're late for dinner. We're on a mission to uncover the deep-seated passions that motivate our guests, ranging from Chefs and Fish & Chip Shop Owners to Food Producers and Hoteliers, including everyone who makes the hospitality world spin.
 
Our discussions are as varied as the ingredients in a gourmet dish, catering to anyone with a stake or interest in the bustling world of hospitality. If you're eager to learn from the experiences and stories that shape this industry, the Ceres Podcast awaits you. Dive into our world, where learning is served with a side of laughter.

 

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#239: Sarah & Warren Paul on the Scottish Fish and Chip Awards and the Future

Jan 19, 2026

Mark Petrou is joined by Warren and Sarah Paul of Paramount Creative for an open and wide-ranging conversation about the Scottish Fish and Chip Awards, visibility and what real recognition means for fish and chip shops.

Warren and Sarah share their journey from hospitality publishing and design into creating some of the UK’s best-known industry awards, including the Scottish Fish and Chip Awards. They explain why public voting matters, how credibility is built through transparency, and why regional recognition can be more powerful than chasing a single national title. The conversation also looks ahead to the upcoming English Fish and Chip Awards, set to take place in Manchester, and what this expansion means for fish and chip shops across England.

The discussion covers the realities facing family-run fish and chip businesses today, from rising costs and competition to the importance of community support, local media and social proof.

Along the way, Mark reflects on his own experiences attending the awards and what makes these events land differently with operators and guests alike.

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