While fish managed to make it into our worst whiffs, the mighty combination of the aquatic treats and chips is second to none. Even more potent when you're hungry, the staple British dish has the nation hooked!

New research has also uncovered the reason why we love the smell of chips - it's because of the combined scent of butterscotch, onion, cocoa, ironing boards and cheese!

Increased cooking times result in a variety of pleasant aromas which is why scientists at Leeds University believe we love the smell of chips so much. The study was commissioned for the Potato Council.