Martian Health Kick

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The “Stonehaven deep-fried Mars bar” shot to international infamy after a young schoolboy first asked to have his favourite chocolate bar smothered in batter and plunged into the frier of an Aberdeenshire fish and chip shop.

But as the unlikely delicacy celebrates its 20th anniversary, the Carron Fish Bar – birthplace of the fatty treat – has suddenly incurred the wrath of the giant chocolate company that manufactures its main ingredient.

“We are flattered that you obviously like our Mars product so much and consider it a flagship for your Carron Fish Bar. However, we are concerned that the use and reference to our Mars brand and products may mislead the public into thinking that your products are in some way associated with, or endorsed by Mars, when this is not in fact the case.

“We are also concerned that your products are not in line with our marketing code, through which we promote a healthy active lifestyle..."