Do you need a Dirty Bones burger kit in your life? Yes, you do. Though you might not know how much until you get your hands on one and whip up a tasty, meaty treat at home. Dirty Bones, in case you haven’t visited yet, is a New York-style burger joint serving indulgent stacked burgers and cocktails in the Westgate. If you want one of their signature dishes fresh from the … [Read more...]
The Best Ice Cream & Gelato in Oxford
Photo by Nick Fewings on Unsplash Where is the best ice cream in Oxford? I’ve been thoroughly researching this question for years. My philosophy is, it’s always the right time for ice cream; and that the more you have, the happier you'll be. In other words, I’ve eaten a great deal of it to help all of you. Here’s my roundup of establishments, within the ring road, that … [Read more...]
Beefeater Kidlington: Restaurant Review
I tested out the newly reopened Beefeater in Kidlington recently with a sense of optimism. It is a well-established chain, and an online preview of the menu had left me feeling quite buoyant. The sultry visuals of perfectly-grilled meat, juicy high-stacked burgers and luscious desserts bathed in warm, glowing colours had built my expectations and appetite. Was braving storm … [Read more...]
Review: Ramen Kulture
Oxford has a new Japanese-style ramen restaurant and as a noodle-lover, I hurried over to Ramen Kulture in St Giles for a taste this weekend. Opening last Thursday, the ramen joint replaces short-lived NJF (Not Just Food) diner, previously St Giles Café. There is now a Japanese vibe as you enter under the new sign and pass through the traditional curtains hanging over the … [Read more...]
Review: The Standard
I popped into The Standard in Jericho for a quick Saturday lunch recently, to see if I could banish some of my January blues. It’s a local institution serving Bangladeshi and South Asian food and has been run by the same family since 1972. I’m a regular and have enjoyed lots of good meals there, so felt it high time for a Bitten review. I’m pleased to say it didn’t … [Read more...]
A first look: Tse Noodle on Ship Street
There just aren’t enough good noodle joints in Oxford (please set me right if you disagree) so I was thrilled to see the sign for the new Tse Noodle café on Ship Street, where Heroes Sandwich Bar used to be. Should I immediately pop in for a quick slurp of spicy soup? Oh yeah! The bottom line: my bowl of Chongqing Spicy Noodle was flavoursome, the pork slices on top were … [Read more...]
Restaurant Review: Magnolia
The head chef at Magnolia, former Masterchef: the Professionals finalist Nick Bennett, wasn’t around during my recent visit, but it was a pleasure to find that his kitchen’s stylish food could speak for itself with tasteful elegance. Forget any sort of local celebrity buzz, this was a smooth introduction to good dining in a simple setting. Magnolia is tucked quietly inside the … [Read more...]