Aside from french fries (chips), I'm not overly fond of deep fried foods. But Frank is. And so is his son, Francis who was visiting us in September. I do like fish though and a fair compromise was a meal of deep fried halibut and fries, served at the local fish and chips restaurant. Frank had been there a few times before and said that theirs were the closest he's had to authentic fare since he'd been to England several decades ago. And that their fries were top notch. So we left home with that destination in mind.
The town of Bancroft is just a few minutes from home - about twenty -give or take a few - depending on who's driving.
This was the view of our dock, boat and surroundings as seen from the driveway on our way out.
It takes about ten minutes to get out to the highway which is coming up shortly after that turn. This is the view that greets us after dropping some trash off at the dump. Just keep in mind that this was in September and all of those colours are now bare branches.
Once on the highway, the scenery kind of goes out of its way to greet us. It's not very difficult to get used to seeing this each day.
Just before arriving at our destination, we decided to take a quick detour up to Eagle's Nest, to the lookout over town. The fish and chips place is just a little farther along that road - the same one we took to get here.
A soaring bird keeps watch over the town of Bancroft.
Up there, is pretty much where we were in the previous photo - maybe just a minute or so up the road from there - but close enough.
Here's where we were headed - For the Halibut.
I wandered around snapping a couple of photos. I have no idea why I opted for this odd-looking character and vacuum instead of actually photographing the fish and chips on our plates. It's unfortunate that I forgot because despite not caring all that much for this sort of meal, I found it quite tasty. At least the guy is in keeping with Hallowe'en.
While paying our bill, we could easily see the fryers just behind the counter. I wasn't busy stuffing my face at that time, so I did think to get a photo of it. I liked the way the light fell - I thought it would make an interesting picture but that might well just be me.
We were back home in time to sit outside and enjoy the late-day sunlight across the bay.
More photos coming up soon. Happy Hallowe'en, everyone!
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love that dock.
Now you have me fancying fish and chips.
I like the fryer image. I would drop the exposure a bit more to bring out just the highlights. Make it really low key.
Oh, I would love to visit your 'neck of the woods.' Such beautiful and interesting scenery to enjoy, and you capture it so well!
What fabulous country, well photographed.
Reminds me of my beloved northern New England back in the day.
Loverly, Hil
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Glad you enjoyed your meal. The foliage is lovely!
I have stayed away from fried foods, but understand Frank's palate for delicious meals that involve frying. These photos really celebrate Autumn beautifully, Hilary, and of course: Happy Halloween!
MY GOODNESS it is easy to see why you live there :)
I am not blogging these day but I am pleased to have thought to check in right now. I have often wondered about that fishy place, and now I know that it's good.
It's another fine day for looking at your blog. As usual I enjoyed every photo.
Thanks for taking me along to the town for fish and chips. I enjoyed the adventure very much. Your pictures are, as always, fabulous. Such colors! :-)
Have to agree with Frank, it's hard to beat fish and chips in England......and no, I would not think you could ever tire of those views.
fish and chips....yum! We don't eat fried food often, but we do love it!
mmm its to early in the morning for me to be craving fish n chips....just saying...i will go to town anytime you want...ha
i like fries and i like fried cod. but down in texas, when they do fish fries, 99% of the time it is catfish. (yuck to me, but lots of folks love it.)
�� Happy Halloween my friend and what beautiful photos, just breathtaking.
�� Oh I love Halibut, fish and chips is my favorite meal I could probably live off it. ♥
Beautiful place where you live Hilary. Too bad it's under a blanket of snow most the time! It's still very green around here.
Happy Spook Day...just finished an online class on Fish and Chips!!
Not very far from us, is the second best fish & chip bar in the whole of the south west! We get them every week. Yummy....... delicious. We don't have lovely views when we buy them. Pretty urban in an ordinary street.
Yours look fairly authentic though!
Maggie x
Nuts in May
Have a happy haunting day! The place you live is certainly beautiful in the autumn!
The fish and chips version is pretty much the only way I'll eat fish, battered like that.
Beautiful shots! It's been awhile since I was in Bancroft, but it's such a lovely area, and the view from that outlook is stunning!
I love the third and fourth shot!!!
You suppose fall's color is a reward for the cold you're soon going to have to endure?
(Probably isn't a unique question.)
Loved your photos
That's an excellent shot into the kitchen. A keeper. What beautiful views. Magical.
You can't beat good fish and chips with just the right amount of malt vinegar sprinkled over. My mouth is watering.
ooooo I've been in that Bancroft fish'n'chip shop, or as we weird English people call it, the "chippy".
Funny that you are posting about fish'n'chips this time, as I'm doing the same thing!!!! Check it out! But mine is in Newfoundland.
You live in a very beautiful place Hilary. Loved your shots. And the light on the plates is interesting. I liked it!!
Beautiful pictures. I like the one of the deep fryers,the light looks great.
happy halloween, sweet friend!
oh hilary, your place looks heavenly!
yum...oh my, i'm just craving for some fish and chips right now!
xoxo
It looks glorious, Hilary. Just as I remembered it! Bancroft is a delightful town.
Beautiful photos.
That was a very colorful and tasty trip into town!
Oh yes, the fish and chip shop, lovely. The scenery is wonderful Hilary.
Wonderful scenery all around.
The kids here enjoyed Halloween. :)
Happy Halloween, Smitten. You have such a great eye. I think I would have passed over the kitchen photo, but your comment mentioned the way the light fell, so I took a closer look and I think I saw what you saw. The light from the lamp between the fries and the oil-everything seems a little softer around the light and then it falls on the stack of white plates...Iiked it too. Thank you for helping me see it.
Your drive to the highway is gorgeous! I think my jaw would be dropped open the whole time. We eat mostly fried catfish down here, usually topped with crawfish etouffee.
You live in a beautiful place!
Such beautiful scenery...it may be gone now but your pics captured the scene and bring it back to life! I think I can smell those delish fish and chips...maybe it's the photo of the kitchen that's tricking me! Hope your Halloween was fun!
Ah, Bancroft! Can't say I distinctly remember, because it was such a long time ago. Back in that day, Bancroft was pretty much on the edge of the world. Like Minden, and Haliburton, and the like. So long since I've been back for a good visit. Sigh! The non-joy of being from the east but living in the west.
Blessings and Bear hugs!
I absolutely love the color this time of year and you capture it well.
R
the fry shot is super ... and i love your 'hood ..
I'm back again. I so miss Central Ontario. Your photos make me feel I'm home.
You can always tell the best fish and chips places because they have a Three Stooges poster!
Lovely scenery. Very reminiscent of northern New Hampshire, about two hours from us.
not a fan of chips/fries, but i do like battered fish.
Beautiful fall photos, and I love the sign above the restaurant. Just reading about that dinner made me hungry. I never get tired of seafood.
It sure is pretty in your neck of the woods!
Wait, I'm just trying to get my breath back! :-) That was incredible. The views, wow, speechless. Thanks.
Greetings from London.
Beautiful pictures! Oh, to live in such beauty. It reminds me of our cabin in northern WI. It looks very similar.
And I do like the light in that kitchen shot. Something very comforting about that pic.
It's so beautiful in your neck of the woods! I'd definitely like to live somewhere like that eventually but must satisfy myself with vacations for now.
I agree with you - I really like the light in that fryer photo.
I never tire if autumn views. We had the same colors on mountains in our area as well... in fact some of them are still holding onto their colors, although winds, rain and colder weather are starting to take their toll. xox
What a gorgeous place you live in, Hilary! We're just now in that stage of autumn, where leaves are turning gold with flecks of orange.I'm thinking the fish and chips must have been pretty good for you to forget to take any photos for awhile! I do love the light in that kitchen shot.
Such stunning country you live in Hilary.
Beautiful color.
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