There's been a lot of coverage recently about Westgate Social, the indoor food court at Westgate Oxford - it being dark and unwelcoming, lack of signage and the abrupt closing of one of the original traders. For me, it has some good points and some bad but I don't actually mind it. It lacks a little in choice and it could be a great alternative to the slightly more upmarket … [Read more...]
Restaurant Review: Cinnamon Kitchen Summer Pop-Up
Life got in the way of posting this Cinnamon Kitchen review, so my apologies for the delay in writing. And if some of the dishes are no longer available, then I'm sorry for that too. What I'm not sorry for is still posting this and literally shouting from the rooftop (terrace) GO AND EAT HERE. I've been to Cinnamon Kitchen three times since it's opened and each time it is … [Read more...]
Restaurant Review: The Bear and Ragged Staff, Cumnor
Back in March this year, we announced that one of Cumnor's favourite pubs, The Bear and Ragged Staff, and indeed an Oxfordshire favourite, was reopening after being assimilated into the Peach Pubs family. We were impressed with the taster dishes presented to us at their launch party and were keen to go back and try the full menu. The pub is laid out as a series of rooms so … [Read more...]
Restaurant Review: The Black Horse, Thame
The Black Horse, a fairly nondescript pub on the main street of Thame, reopened last November as part of Raymond Blanc's The White Brasserie Company, a group of traditional pubs that serve food with a French brasserie twist. Raymond, who sits on the board is a pub devotee, having helped to save his local and can often be spotted in various Oxfordshire hostelries. He has … [Read more...]
Bitten Bites: Victor’s opening
Today, Friday 20th April, sees the much awaited opening of Victor's Oxford. Located on the Westgate rooftop, it seems to have brought the sunshine for us which fits perfectly with their American Hamptons vibe. Outside are pale rattan tables and chairs adorned with striped cotton cushions whilst inside is divided into two separate areas. A bar with relaxed armchair seating … [Read more...]
