I love traditional Indian food and so I am often a bit wary about fusion food. Large menus with too many dishes to get every one perfect, 2 cuisines and often medicare at both. However this British-Indian spot in Oxford managed to surprise me. It’s not perfect, but it gets enough ticks from me for a return visit. The Embassy bar and restaurant is part of the Chesterton … [Read more...]
Review: Six By Nico return of ‘The Chippie’
Returning to Six by Nico for their “Chippie” menu (which was back for a limited period, other favourites will also return) felt a bit like coming back to your favourite series -familiar structure, new plot twists. Having visited during the “Six wonders of the world” menu a few months back, I was curious to see how this latest theme would deliver, and while the evening had a few … [Read more...]
Review: Love Jericho
Cocktail O'Clock Located in the heart of Jericho, Love Jericho is home to an independent, cosy cocktail bar with lots of options available on the menu. You are spoilt for choice! I took ages trying to decide what to order. The bar itself has a rustic feel inside, and it's a great spot whether you're looking for a midweek cocktail or to get the weekend vibe going. Round … [Read more...]
JoJos – Friday night pizza, cocktails & live music
I was kindly invited down to Jojo's on Cowley Road to check out their Friday night setup - a mix of pizza, cocktails, and live music, and it turned out to be a really enjoyable way to ease into the weekend. The vibe is relaxed and welcoming, with a rustic, cosy interior and a nice buzz. The setting is spot-on for a casual evening out. There’s a good number of tables, you’re … [Read more...]
Review: Rosa’s Thai
We remember trying the original Rosa’s Thai in Spitalfields some years ago, and since then, the brand has grown into 45+ restaurants across the country. So when Rosa’s Thai opened in Oxford in 2023, we were genuinely excited. Since then, we’ve been a couple of times and had some great meals paired with warm, friendly service. This time, we visited to try some of the newer … [Read more...]
