This was my first time visiting Victors, and I’d heard good things, so it was high time I experienced it for myself. Victors always gave me a bit of a Made in Chelsea vibe, drawing a specific, stylish crowd. The menu and aesthetic remind me of the popular Ivy Brasserie. I visited on a gloriously sunny afternoon, and the terrace was buzzing, giving off strong beach vibes despite … [Read more...]
Benugo @ The Ashmolean Rooftop
Sitting on top of the Ashmolean Museum, Benugo rooftop restaurant has the perfect position for a bright and bubbly afternoon tea. With one wall completely made of glass, light streams in and gives the place a cafe vibe which leaves guests feeling able to enjoy a casual and relaxed meal. Living in a cost-of-living crisis, afternoon tea can seem like an extravagant expense. … [Read more...]
Regency Afternoon Tea at The Alice, Oxford
We were invited to step back in time, for an unforgettable afternoon tea at The Alice, Oxford. Inspired by the cultural phenomenon, Bridgerton, the event was set in the beautiful Drawing and Lancaster Rooms, within The Randolph Hotel. On arrival, we were welcomed with a glass of champagne and taken to our seats in the beautiful drawing room, a room oozing opulence with … [Read more...]
The Randolph reimagined – Oxford’s grand hotel hosts one hell of a launch
The Randolph, taken over by Graduate Hotels, has had an entire, almost two year long, makeover. To celebrate Oxford's grand hotel reopening, and the restaurant reopening as 'The Alice', the venue held a fantastical launch event. Bitten were given an opportunity to test out the facilities with an invitation to afternoon tea, the launch party, and overnight stay followed by … [Read more...]
REVIEW: PAUL Afternoon Tea – plus win one for you and 3 others
Throw down that picnic blanket and pop on the kettle, because the PAUL Afternoon Tea delivery has arrived! Perfectly timed for summer, PAUL has launched this delicious lineup of goodies, now available for delivery from their Oxford bakery and cafe. Dating back to 1840, the Afternoon Tea was born when Anna, the then Duchess of Bedford, allegedly got pretty hungry late … [Read more...]