Nestled in the heart of Jericho is the unassuming but ever consistent stalwart, The Jericho Cafe. This is one of those establishments that rarely springs to mind when I am asked 'where is good to go in Oxford' which is a shame as it is bloody good at what it does and is somewhere I keep going back to as I just know it will deliver. Split across two levels, with oodles … [Read more...]
Restaurant Review: The Gardeners Arms, Jericho
In every city you have hidden gems, those places that are off the beaten track and only really known to the locals. In fact I suspect that if you asked most Oxfordians about The Gardeners Arms they would say "oh yeah, rings a bell... I've heard good things. Somewhere in Jericho isn't it?". It is in Jericho, to be precise it is on the corner of Plantation Road, between … [Read more...]
Barefoot Opens in Jericho
If you haven't heard of Barefoot Oxford before, then chances are you've eaten one of their cakes without realising it, as they supply cakes to many of the cafes around Oxford such as Quarter Horse Coffee, Oxford Wine Cafe, The Chester, Joe Perks & Co, Branca and Turl Street Kitchen to name but a few! They're also regulars at the North Parade Market and have appeared at … [Read more...]
Joe’s Bar and Grill: Restaurant Review
A busy Saturday morning in Summertown and the streets are bustling with folk going about their business but there is sanctuary to be found behind the doors of Joe's Bar and Grill. In need of brunch I headed in.... I am instantly greeted by a waitress stationed at the door who leads me over to a table and informs me someone will be over to take my order soon. There is none … [Read more...]
Definitive Oxford Coffee Guide
Oxford is a relatively small city, yet it manages to continually punch above its weight in so many ways. Oxford’s standing as a seat of learning is universally known and the city is well recognised for its healthy music scene, but not many know about the strong coffee scene that exists. This is starting to change though, with the city having been recently featured amongst the … [Read more...]
