Update: January 2021 We last visited Lula's a year ago, in January 2020. And, while it seems fair to say a lot has changed in the world since then, it's a big comfort to know Lula's is still serving delicious Ethiopian and Eritrean food that's incredibly tasty - and a total bargain too. They now offer a delivery service so that you can enjoy their food from home (let's face … [Read more...]
Review: The Black Horse, Thame
I recently had the pleasure of visiting The Black Horse pub in Thame. The upmarket yet unpretentious pub serves a great mix of traditional pub favourites and French inspired dishes. On arrival, it was good to see clear safety measures the pub had taken due to the current climate. At the entrance was hand sanitiser, a track & trace QR code to scan, plus clear rules … [Read more...]
Restaurant review: The Ivy Oxford Brasserie
Oxford’s High Street has had a few new additions in recent months, including The Ivy Oxford Brasserie. These additions have helped turn the street into a destination, in its own right, for all things food, drink, culture and style. Starting in the South: you can hire a punt from Magdalen Bridge; stop off for tea at Oxford’s Grand Café (on the site of the very first tea … [Read more...]
Picnic at the Palace, a socially distanced music & food festival!
With many missing out on live music this year - a socially distanced outdoor festival will be music to our ears. Especially anyone with a cancelled concert or empty social calendar this summer. In steps... Picnic at the Palace! Picnic at the Palace is an outdoor live music event by Midsummer Nightcap until 16th August. Held at Blenheim Palace, the event takes place … [Read more...]
Restaurant Review: The Folly
Note: When we went to review The Folly it was prior to lockdown, so expect some changes for safe distancing. As you approach The Folly’s almost, ‘blink and you miss it’ subtle entrance off of St Aldates, you’ll walk under an archway adorned with fairy lights – a sweet, decorative touch that runs all the way through the restaurant. Walking down the stone steps into The … [Read more...]