Pasta over pizza for me, but you can't go wrong with a trip to Bbuona. I've always been a huge fan of Bbuona. Serving authentic Roman 'Pinsa,' an ancient Roman-style pizza known for its oval shape, the pizza here is divine. What I really love about it is that each time I've visited over the years, quality has stayed consistent, something I feel really lacks in restaurants … [Read more...]
Review: Oxford Belfry Hotel and Spa
If you are looking for that elusive sweet spot between 'country house charm' and 'modern spa luxury,' The Oxford Belfry Hotel and Spa hits the mark perfectly. I can't explain how much of a treat this was and how grateful I am to have been able to enjoy a night's stay. The fact that it was a warm, sunny day only made it even better (especially for the content). Surrounded by … [Read more...]
Pan Asian Street Food, Pan Pan
Pan Pan is officially one of my favourite restaurants in Oxford. You are spoilt for choice with the menu here. There is a great varity of items and everything sounds delicious - deciding what to order always takes a bit of time (including looking at the menu online ahead of visiting, lol). The restaurant has a cosy and wholesome feel to it, hitting the spot during these … [Read more...]
Review: Brunch at Dosa Darlings
Dosa Darlings has begun running a 'Bollywood Brunch' over the weekends, and we were kindly invited down for the first service. Located on Cowley Road, they are all about South Indian food, from curries to Dosas. For the Bollywood Brunch, there are a few options available, and I had the 'Little Darlings' package, which is £30 and includes 2 drinks (there is wine, beer, and … [Read more...]
Dessert Diaries with Nicola: Kinder Milkshake
Sometimes, you don't need to order straight from the dessert menu. All you have to do is take a look at the milkshake section of the menu- it's sure to do the job. Beefy Boys landed in Oxford last year, and even though I took a while to stop by, I knew I had to do my next sweet tooth piece on their Kinder Bueno milkshake. Kinder Bueno milkshake- how could I not order … [Read more...]