Meet the Farmer Behind the Potatoes Powering Chips, Cheese and Gravy Day

Get ready, because Monday, 27 January marks the triumphant return of Chips Cheese & Gravy Day—a tasty tradition launched by our very own Gef the Mongoose back in 2018.

This carb-filled fiesta has since become a key date in every CC&G lover’s calendar, with eateries across the island serving up this hearty dish (many at a discount).

This year, the iconic Terrace Chippy on Prospect Terrace in Douglas is rolling out the red carpet for CC&G fans by offering portions for just £5.50 in both its Takeaway and Diner from 11:30am to 10pm—plenty of time to indulge those cheesy, gravy-laden cravings.

Gef remains dedicated to this delicious holiday, seven years on from creating it.

In fact, we decided to go behind the scenes to see how the dish makes its way from field to fryer.

We headed up to Ballacain Farm in Ballaugh, where Farmer Steven Radcliffe and his brother run a family operation featuring cows, sheep, and—crucially—Manx potatoes. Kitted out with wellies and a camera, we got a firsthand look at the journey these spuds take before ending up in chippies like The Terrace and Port Erin Chippy.

The farming process kicks off in March, when the potatoes are planted.

Harvest season begins in July and continues through October, after which the potatoes are stored in a custom-built barn that keeps them fresh for up to nine months.

Throughout the year, Steven and his family regularly bag these beauties up and send them to local eateries—just in time for your next batch of chips cheese and gravy.

Check out the full video with Steven Radcliffe above, and don’t miss your chance to celebrate CC&G Day in all its crispy, cheesy, gravy-smothered glory!