Had the absolute pleasure of being invited to the 30th anniversary celebration of Brasserie Blanc with Raymond Blanc himself. The night was filled with nostalgia, speeches, a delicious meal, and the warm hospitality of the Brasserie Blanc team. What started in 1996 as 'Le Petit Blanc' in Oxford remarkably won a Michelin star in its very first year of opening and was named … [Read more...]
News: Swoon turns 8 this summer
To celebrate their upcoming 8th birthday in Oxford, I was kindly invited to Swoon's little get-together last week. Swoon is home to authentic Italian gelato. Their story began about 120 years ago, and to this day, they continue to use traditional methods to slowly churn their gelato, using high-quality natural ingredients. If you know me, you know gelato is … [Read more...]
Review: Afternoon Tea and The Double Red Duke
There’s something about The Double Red Duke that just gets branding right. I’d only visited the Cotswolds location before, but the Bicester outpost has the same cosy-but-chic feel - classic country pub energy with a playful edge. Gorgeous interiors, comfy corners, and enough design details to make you want to redecorate your entire house. We went for the Champagne Afternoon … [Read more...]
Alphonso Mango Season at Permit Room
The Alphonso mango is only available for a few weeks between May and June, and Permit Room make the most of this every year. With just one week left to try the special Mango Kheer dessert (ending 7th June) here's a round up of a recent meal at one of our fave spots in Oxford. Dishoom and Permit Room celebrate this mango era every year by showcasing their dishes featuring … [Read more...]
News: Victor’s Summer rooftop
With the arrival of summer comes longer days, hayfever and crowded pub gardens. A warm sunny day causes everyone to flock to their nearest watering hole for a pint outside. But at Victor's in Westgate roof, you can enjoy a drink outside, come rain or shine. Their Secret Rooftop is now open, covered in florals and wooden beams with views of Oxford's spires, it can … [Read more...]
