Review: The Nut Tree Inn

8th October 2025 by Chiara Nunzet Leave a Comment AD - Invite, BlogFINE DINING/ INDEPENDENTS/ MICHELIN/ NORTH OXFORD/ OXFORDSHIRE/ pub/ restaurant/ REVIEW/ TASTING MENU

On a grey Saturday afternoon, we escaped the drizzle and headed to The Nut Tree Inn, a Michelin-starred pub tucked away in Oxfordshire. for their lunch tasting menu (£95pp, dinner is £115pp, with wine pairings available at £65). It promised six or seven courses (depending on whether you opt for the cheese board), but we decided to skip the cheese this time, wisely, as it turned … [Read more...]

Review: Chez Mal, Malmaison

3rd October 2025 by Sofia Dellasala Leave a Comment AD - Invite, BlogBISTRO/ CENTRAL OXFORD/ HOTEL/ Oxford/ restaurant/ REVIEW

As the nights draw in and the leaves turn golden, I start to crave those cosy nights with comforting dishes. Hearty, rich, indulgent and warming - autumn flavours are some of my favourites, pair that with a converted dungeon turned elegant bistro and you have the perfect autumnal dining experience. Chez Mal at the Malmaison Hotel sits at the basement of what used to be … [Read more...]

Review: A night at Mollie’s Motel

19th September 2025 by Chiara Nunzet Leave a Comment AD - Invite, BlogAMERICAN/ BURGERS/ DINER/ Fast Food/ HOTEL STAY/ MOTEL/ OXFORDSHIRE/ PANCAKES

Mollie’s Motel and Diner is one of those places that manages to balance style with comfort, whether you’re popping in for a meal, picking up a takeaway, or staying overnight. It’s about a 15 - 20 minute drive from Oxford (or half an hour by bus), and while this time we were kindly invited, I’ll 100000% be going back very soon. They often have deals running, so it’s worth … [Read more...]

Review: Space Menu, Six By Nico

17th September 2025 by Nicola Barretto Leave a Comment AD - Invite, Blog, NewsCENTRAL OXFORD/ CHAIN/ Oxford/ TASTING MENU/ WESTGATE

Space: a multi-sensory dining experience where nothing is quite what it seems. A 6-course experience with a cocktail pairing? Count me IN! My last visit to Six By Nico was almost a year ago, so it was nice to be back. Upon first looking at the Space menu, it would not be my typical vibe, but I am all for giving new things a go and immersing myself in the experience. … [Read more...]

Review: Sourdough Workshop with The Gypsy Baker

14th September 2025 by Chiara Nunzet 1 Comment AD - Invite, BlogBAKING WORKSHOP/ EAST OXFORD/ INDEPENDENTS/ Oxford/ REVIEW/ SOURDOUGH WORKSHOP/ WORKSHOP

Back in March, I was invited to join a sourdough workshop with Hannah, aka The Gypsy Baker. Not only is Hannah a seriously talented baker, she’s also a wonderful teacher who somehow manages to make the dark art of sourdough feel simple, joyful and completely do-able from your own kitchen. With her new autumn workshop dates now open, it feels like the perfect time to share my … [Read more...]