When Bitten got an invite to visit ‘Backseat Becky’s’ in the Westgate, I was first in line to check it out. Who doesn’t love the promise of tropical cocktails at a secret bar? And I’m pleased to report that what I found was a laid-back club serving tasty, well-priced drinks. Backseat Becky’s really is a secret venue Carefully hidden at the back of the Breakfast Club, … [Read more...]
Review: Land Of Oz menu, Six By Nico
The six-course menus at Six by Nico are designed to take you on a journey through a particular memory, place, or idea. They’ve now launched a new ‘Land of Oz’ tasting menu, so I was intrigued to see how they’d capture the over-the-rainbow magic of a fictional world. Themed dining experiences are tricky to pull off without falling into a world of kitsch silliness, but done … [Read more...]
Oxmas 2024 – Festive treats and presents await!
It's officially that time of year when we come out with the Bitten Christmas Guide 😊 We have some brilliant venues to showcase this year, whether you're looking for where to have a real festive feast or just needing some gift ideas. This year we've also added some 'Bitten Crew' favourites - spots the team are eyeing up to visit or buy from over the festive … [Read more...]
Review: A Taste of China (Covered Market)
Lunchtime in the Covered Market. We have many tempting options these days (hurray!), but there are some days when only home-made noodles will feed my hunger. That’s when I stop by a Taste of China.This tiny, family-run business is on the Market Street side, next to one of the entrances. It could more accurately be called a taste of Shaanxi, which is the province in the middle … [Read more...]
Review: The Store, Autumn Menu
Oxford's newest hotel has launched its Autumn menu. There's nothing like a solid autumn menu to bring some life to the colder, darker months. Before I get into all the food, I must say how stunning the Treadwell restaurant looks with the recent addition of the illustrations all over by artist Samme Snow. They add so much character to the restaurant; we were … [Read more...]
