Fred’s Diner is exactly that kind of magical establishment. Nestled on a modest street corner in Akron, this small white building with its simple signage doesn’t scream “food paradise” to passersby.

While we often associate deep-fried food with modern fast food—like fried chicken and french fries—this method of cooking has ancient roots. It was originally used as a way to preserve food or give it ...

To make the prawns, place a heavy-based saucepan over a medium-high heat (or use a deep-fat fryer) and add enough oil to fill it by one-third. Heat to 180C, or a until a cube of bread browns in 40 ...