The Feathered Nest is located in the most idyllic village, Nether Westcote. We've been once before in winter, but it's in summer when it really comes into its own. With completely uninterrupted views across the Evenlode Valley and a brilliant outdoor setup, with the current heat, it'd be very easy to mistake yourself for being in France. By the end of the night, there … [Read more...]
News: Revamp at Gees Restaurant and Bar
Gees has had a revamp! And let me tell you, it's somehow made the already beautiful Gees even more charming. Visits to Gees are always so nostalgic for me, having worked there years ago, and its charm never leaves you. A gorgeous setting A new menu accompanies the new beautiful setting. Under the direction of their new Head Chef, Nick Galer, the menu has the same … [Read more...]
Review: Our beloved Gloucester Green Market
This may be a controversial opinion, but I think some of the best food I have eaten has been at outdoor markets. Vendors selling a limited menu but with bold flavours hailing from all over the globe. It is so incredible to be able to find in the same space homemade pasta, plump dumplings, hearty stews and fresh falafel wraps. Gloucester Green Outdoor Market in Oxford is no … [Read more...]
Review: Ramen Koncept
The food scene in Headington has been in need of a ramen spot for quite some time, so this is a very welcome addition. Located just off Headington High Street on Windmill Road, Ramen Koncept is a Japanese restaurant where traditional Japanese design meets modern bold colours and rich textures. Set with a beautiful open kitchen, the venue has such a cosy … [Read more...]
News: 30 years of Brasserie Blanc
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...]