Takeaway delivery experts have predicted that there could be a potential nationwide kebab shortage today on what is being branded the “busiest takeaway day” of the year.
As the UK enjoys the last bank holiday of the summer, the iconic takeaway kebab seems to be at the forefront of people’s minds.
Bank Holiday Monday is particularly known to see Doner-mad Brits flock to get their favourite takeaway meals, with a huge upsurge in kebab sales on this day every year, and according to data from food delivery experts Foodhub, Doner Kebabs are one of the most ordered takeaway foods on this day.
This has thus lead the takeaway food app and online takeaway delivery platform to predict a nationwide shortage of kebabs.
Last year kebab sales doubled on Bank Holiday and, if that pattern is followed this year, many takeaway restaurants may run out of Doner meat well before the day is over.
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It seems that kebabs aren’t the only popular takeaway food over the bank holiday though. While Fish ‘n’ Chips orders are always a hugely popular option, it appears that the traditional British dish has been taken over on Bank Holiday Monday by the humble curry, with Foodhub sales data revealing that alongside kebabs, Indian takeaways double in demand during bank holiday and make up a staggering 14% of all overall orders placed.
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However, it looks like customers don’t have as much of a sweet tooth when feasting on the national holiday, as dessert orders see a dip in demand with people favouring savoury dishes as their bank holiday treat.
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Wil Chung – spokesperson for Foodhub – said: “Bank Holiday Monday is always a busy time for the takeaway sector, as people sit back and relax after a busy weekend. It’s interesting to see the sales figures and see what dishes our customers turn to on this national day.
“As summer is drawing to a close and the nights turn darker, it’s no surprise that people are choosing to indulge in a kebab – the original takeaway food.”
When it’s not a Bank Holiday, Pizza has become the nation’s favourite food, taking the top spot alongside fish & chips and fried chicken.
Top 10 Food Items Ordered over the Bank Holiday
Doner Kebab
Pizza
Chicken Wings
Fish & Chips
Chicken Burger
Sausage & Chips
Chips
Chicken Tikka Masala
Battered sausage
Chilli chips
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Manchester City to open pop-up pub in honour of John Stones and Bernardo Silva
Danny Jones
Manchester City are setting up a special pop-up to celebrate John Stones and Bernardo Silva as they prepare to leave at the end of this season.
Having spent nearly two full decades at the Etihad Stadium between them, Stones and Silva will be toasting their departure in true Northern fashion: with their very own Man City pub of the same name.
Come on, you have to admit it: ‘The Stones and Silva’ has a nice ring to it.
Opening for just a few days later this month, before the conclusion of the 2025/26 Premier League campaign and their final appearances in City colours, this is your time to cheers their careers.
Pouring pints from Thursday, 21 May until the end, Cityzens are being encouraged to come along and raise a glass to two of their team’s most successful stars.
Taking over the legendary Star and Garter on Fairfield Street in Manchester city centre, as per an official press release from the club, “The Stones & Silva will feature themed décor inspired by the pair’s unforgettable moments in sky blue.”
As arguably two of the most important players during the Manc side’s most prolific period for winning silverware, it feels only fitting that Blues give them a proper send-off.
Entry will be available on a first-come, first-served basis throughout the event, and you can expect plenty of supporters to come through the doors.
The chosen picture for the pub’s hanging inn sign is inspired by the iconic snap of the Gallagher brothers back at the start of the Oasis mania.
MCFC’s The Stones and Silva pop-up pub will open at the following times:
Thursday, 21 May: 4pm-11pm
Friday, 22 May: 4pm-11pm
Saturday, 23 May: 12pm-11pm
Sunday, 24 May: 12pm-8pm
Better still, in collaboration with official partners Asahi, the first 100 fans through the doors each day will be able to get their hands on a FREE beer. Be rude not to at least try and turn up early…
Elsewhere at the club, the drinks have already been flowing in and around Etihad Campus, as Man City Women finally lifted another league title. See some of the party scenes down below.
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BBC announces David Attenborough is returning to narrate Blue Planet III
Emily Sergeant
The BBC has announced that Sir David Attenborough will be returning to narrate Blue Planet III.
The original Blue Planet was broadcast across the globe to huge success more than 25 years ago now, and then in 2017, the follow-up Blue Planet II revolutionised our perception of life in the oceans.
But, as the BBC said, this was ‘only the beginning’, as it’s now announced that Sir David Attenborough will provide the narration for the forthcoming Blue Planet III.
This brand-new series is set to build on the groundbreaking legacy of the previous two series by ‘redefining the realm of possibility’ in underwater wildlife filmmaking.
Producers say it will reveal new and untold stories from magical underwater worlds.
Blue Planet III is coming – and Sir David Attenborough is providing narration for the new series!
“Combining our deeper understanding of the oceans with a whole new generation of camera technology including splash drones, long-term remote underwater cameras and a ‘mini dome’, we can now showcase stunning stories and extraordinary behaviours, previously impossible to film or only recently discovered,” a description for Blue Planet III on the BBC website reads.
Where Blue Planet II exposed the threats to our oceans, Blue Planet III will also explore stories of adaptation and resilience in this changing world, along with stories of hope and recovery.
Speaking ahead of the series’ release, Jack Bootle, who is the BBC’s Head of Specialist Factual Commissioning, commented: “I’m thrilled that David is taking the helm of Blue Planet once again.
“His extraordinary talent for storytelling has shaped the way generations of audiences understand and connect with the natural world, and his voice remains synonymous with the very best of the BBC’s natural history output.
“I’m absolutely delighted that he’ll be once more bringing his unique skill and authority to Blue Planet III.”
Emily Sergeant -
31st August 2020 
