I was recently invited to the Oxford Blue, which coincided with a group of old school friends visiting, and with one of them being vegan, it felt like the perfect opportunity to try out the fully plant based menu. We arrived and it was very busy, after a pretty quiet and slightly depressing drizzly January, it was SO nice to walk into a pub with a real buzz, and packed … [Read more...]
Review: Dhamroo, Headington
Dhamroo is a new South Indian spot in Headington, taking over the former Bhoomi Kitchen site and giving it a tidy refresh. The menu is set-format only, with either a 3-course menu (£35pp) or a banquet (£39pp), where you get to try a bit of everything. You can’t just order a single main, which felt a little odd - great if you’re hungry or going as a group, less so for a quick … [Read more...]
Review: Cosy Club, Oxford
It was my first visit to Cosy Club, I have only ever heard positive things, so I was pleased to finally give it a go and see what the fuss was about. As soon as we walked in, the vibe felt familiar. It reminded me a lot of Como Lounge in Witney and after a quick Google, it became clear why. Both brands sit under the same ownership, which explains the recognisable look and … [Read more...]
Review: Tempering, Botley
The re-development of the West Way precinct in Botley was completed at the end of 2024. Since then, several restaurants have occupied the large restaurant unit that Tempering now resides in, while other very popular restaurants in the same precinct, such as Dosa Park, for whatever reason have not been able to make it work here. It is a brave business decision but, having now … [Read more...]
Review: Pompette
The first thing that hits you at Pompette is the décor. Stylish, bold prints and rich colours give the dining room a curated, French-chic energy - I wanted half the artwork for my own home. Their new cookbook is displayed across the restaurant for guests to flick through and it’s gorgeous; another thing now on my wish list. I also became a little obsessed with their cartoon … [Read more...]
