Who are Little Ox? Little Ox Brewery are, by their own definition, "a microbrewery with a focus on the local area" who make "craft beers that have a broad appeal with a twist from the traditional to challenge drinkers to try new tastes". My journey with Little Ox has been a good one; I've tried their beers in local pubs, at the Oxford Beer Festival and enjoyed bottles at … [Read more...]
The White House opens! Fancy a quick peek at Tap Social’s latest venture?
I take a look inside Tap Social's latest venture - The White House on Abingdon Road - and have a catch up with Tess Taylor on the plan over the coming months. This new venue has been a long time in the making due to challenges of COVID-19. In my last catch up with Tess, all plans were focused on a Christmas opening; but as further restrictions came in, getting all the work … [Read more...]
Celebrating outdoor drinks resuming with a spotlight on The Masons Arms
The Masons Arms in Headington is back open for business; I caught up with Landlord Chris Meeson on re-opening. The Masons is neatly tucked away in Headington Quarry, so make sure you know where you are going if you haven't visited before! It is a local community hub for locals wanting a decent pint, and although no food is served, the bar snacks and beers are always on … [Read more...]
Shotover Brewery and Oxford Craft Brew Co join forces to become Oxford Brewery
Oxford favourites Shotover Brewery and Oxford Craft Brew Co now form the new Oxford Brewery. The history Shotover Brewery is a well-known name on the Oxford beer scene. Typically, a pint of Prospect was a regular purchase for me the at The Bear in central Oxford. Do you remember when gong to pubs was an actual 'thing'? Glory Days! This independent, family-owned and run … [Read more...]
Don’t fear Big Scary Monsters! A new Social Club, Bottle and Record Shop
Not to be confused with actual monsters, I catch up with Kevin at Big Scary Monsters Social Club, bottle shop and record shop on Cowley Road. What are these big scary monsters? Sadly for some, there are no actual monsters to speak of, sorry kids; but what we do have is a really exciting bottle shop and record shop that opened over the pandemic. A bit of background, … [Read more...]