A POPULAR Cumnock fish and chip shop is once again up for being named one of the best in the land.
Nello's, on Townhead Street, has been nominated for Scotland's Best Fish and Chips for the prestigious Scottish Italian Awards.
The chippie, run by Nello Vacca, wife Romana and son Damiano, came close to claiming the top prize at last year's award ceremony, before being awarded with a 'highly recommended' accolade.
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The award is voted for by the public, with the Nello's team having no idea they had been nominated last year.
The awards celebrate the best of Italian businesses throughout the country, with a glittering ceremony to crown the winners taking place later this year.
The gala final will take place on Sunday, December 1 at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Glasgow.
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