article_snippet: Ukip's rise in popularity has been built on railing against rising immigration numbers .
article_snippet: But Farage has conceded foreigners have brought one benefit to Britain: The food has improved.
article_snippet: Farage is hoping to make big gains in the election on May 7, with some predicting Ukip could hold the balance of power.
article_snippet: In an attempt to appear less reactionary than in previous media appearances, Farage tried to find the positive in a range of issues, including migration.
article_snippet: Farage argued that for years British cuisine was dire and there were few good restaurants, but the arrival of chefs from around the world had transformed the nation's dining.
article_snippet: Farage said: 'Just look at the food, I am just about old enough to remember when it was awful and going out was actually quite difficult.'
article_snippet: But Farage could not resist making a political point, adding: 'If you control immigration sensibly and do it properly it can be a benefit to the country and it can enrich the culture too, no arguments about that.'
article_snippet: ITV said Mr Farage had chosen the location Mr Farage, because it was symbolic of Mr Farage beliefs about Britain;s relationship with the rest of Europe .
article_snippet: ITV said Mr Farage had chosen the location Mr Farage, because it was symbolic of Mr Farage beliefs about Britain;s relationship with the rest of EuropeEurope.
article_snippet: Mr Farage said: 'I want to be friendly with our neighbours and if you live in a street, it's good to get on with our neighbours
article_snippet: and I want to get on with our neighbours
highlights_snippet: Farage claims arrival of immigrants in UK means eating out is not 'awful' 