This may be a controversial opinion, but I think some of the best food I have eaten has been at outdoor markets. Vendors selling a limited menu but with bold flavours hailing from all over the globe. It is so incredible to be able to find in the same space homemade pasta, plump dumplings, hearty stews and fresh falafel wraps. Gloucester Green Outdoor Market in Oxford is no … [Read more...]
News: Swoon turns 8 this summer
To celebrate their upcoming 8th birthday in Oxford, I was kindly invited to Swoon's little get-together last week. Swoon is home to authentic Italian gelato. Their story began about 120 years ago, and to this day, they continue to use traditional methods to slowly churn their gelato, using high-quality natural ingredients. If you know me, you know gelato is … [Read more...]
Alphonso Mango Season at Permit Room
The Alphonso mango is only available for a few weeks between May and June, and Permit Room make the most of this every year. With just one week left to try the special Mango Kheer dessert (ending 7th June) here's a round up of a recent meal at one of our fave spots in Oxford. Dishoom and Permit Room celebrate this mango era every year by showcasing their dishes featuring … [Read more...]
News: Victor’s Summer rooftop
With the arrival of summer comes longer days, hayfever and crowded pub gardens. A warm sunny day causes everyone to flock to their nearest watering hole for a pint outside. But at Victor's in Westgate roof, you can enjoy a drink outside, come rain or shine. Their Secret Rooftop is now open, covered in florals and wooden beams with views of Oxford's spires, it can … [Read more...]
Treadwell Restaurant x Rosemary Shrager
There’s comfort food… and then there’s Rosemary Shrager comfort food. Rich, nostalgic, slightly indulgent - and exactly what you want from a guest chef takeover like this. Treadwell at The Store continues its guest chef series (following Sabrina Gidda earlier this year), with Rosemary Shrager stepping in to serve up a menu of British classics. A couple of nice touches to … [Read more...]
