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...]
The Coconut Tree: Takeaway Review
The Team at The Coconut Tree invited us to review a takeaway from them recently. My only regret now was that I hadn't tried it sooner! Located in St Clements, The Coconut Tree offers an abundance of Sri Lankan street food dishes. Most dishes are served as smaller tapas-sized portions, allowing you to try a wide variety of dishes, plus a few larger. There are vegan, … [Read more...]
Box Bars, Bicester: Delivery Review
Box Bars is an independent company that, pre-Covid, was a portable bar available for events. Post-Covid, owner Heather has adapted brilliantly with cocktail delivery. Quite literally a bar in a box! I went with the ‘Gin tasting’ box (£20) and was able to choose a flavour theme from fruity, non-fruity, or best of both. After reading the descriptions I was torn, but chose … [Read more...]
Review: Tapas & Cocktails at The Lighthouse
The Lighthouse has been a number of things over the years. Some may remember it as The Duke's Cut, most will recall it as Rosie O'Grady's. You know, the one by the open air car park on Park End Street. I'll start off by saying, I didn't have high expectations. Given I make it my job to find the best places to eat, I can mostly avoid average or below par food. I'd eaten at … [Read more...]
4 Pink Valentine Cocktails to Make at Home
I've got serious heart eyes when it comes to gin, so when someone suggests gin cocktails, I'm all in 😍 Check out these perfectly pink variations, not all gin-based - there's a vodka one too - ideal for toasting more than just Valentine's Day. Pinktini Cocktail from Pinkster Gin 50 ml Pinkster Gin, 10 ml Elderflower Cordial. Fill shaker with ice, throw in several … [Read more...]
