Blush St. Bakery is run by four lovely sisters who are based in West Oxfordshire. They bake an array of decadent treats that, let’s face it, we're all in need of every now and then (or every day with how good these ones were!) Their assorted cookie box consisted of milk chocolate, white chocolate, 100% cocoa, and red velvet cookies. These cookies were beautifully … [Read more...]
Nicola’s Top Three: Halima the Baker
“The best things in life are sweet”- Halima This one is for all the sweet tooths out there (you're welcome, as always). I met Halima at the Headington market a few years ago and became a fan of her baked goods almost instantly. To manage the January blues, I decided to pop over and see Halima at the same market recently (you can also find her at the Summertown Market on most … [Read more...]
Interview: Halima the baker
A Galaxy cookie crumble cookie and a Ferrero Rocher bun? Yes, please! After discovering Halima at the Headington market a few months ago, I had the pleasure of speaking to her one on one to find out more about the business and her passion for baking. Halima set up the business in 2017 and began baking around 2014. She bakes all sorts of delicious sweet treats including … [Read more...]
Restaurant Review: Sunday Lunch at Silvie
Silvie - one of my fave Oxford cafes - has launched a new Sunday lunch offering. The bakery cafe is well known for its glorious cinnamon buns, fab brunches and delicious vegan offerings. But, hold tight, there's a new reason to visit. Step through the turquoise front door, into what seems like a traditional family home, and you'll find yourself in a cosy cafe decked out in … [Read more...]
