If you haven't heard of Barefoot Oxford before, then chances are you've eaten one of their cakes without realising it, as they supply cakes to many of the cafes around Oxford such as Quarter Horse Coffee, Oxford Wine Cafe, The Chester, Joe Perks & Co, Branca and Turl Street Kitchen to name but a few! They're also regulars at the North Parade Market and have appeared at … [Read more...]
Ox Barista Slam
Thursday 8th October sees Oxford host it's first latte art competition, in the form of The Ox Barista Slam. A knock out winner-takes-all event run by Ue Coffee, held at Joe Perks & Co in St Clements, the action kicks off from 7.30pm and promises beers, hotdogs, a DJ and an MC. The Slam will be a showcase of talent, skill and nerves. With a bit of fun. There is room for … [Read more...]
Review: Brew Oxford
Brew Oxford has featured in the Definitive Oxford Coffee Guide for some time now but I felt it was about time it was given the attention, and a full review that it deserves. The cafe is located along North Parade Avenue, nestled amongst the leafy streets of North Oxford and just a short walk from the bustle of the city centre. There is a South Parade as well, but … [Read more...]
Combibos Coffee – Review
Oxford is great at many things, coffee shops being one of them. As well as all the high street regulars you would expect to find there are also a whole host of fantastic independent coffee shops spread across the length and breadth of the city. One of the finest examples is without a doubt Combibos Coffee, a family run coffee shop situated on Gloucester Green in the city … [Read more...]
Preview: The Missing Bean Roastery & Espresso Bar
Having heard on the Oxford grapevine that The Missing Bean were to open their own roastery, somewhere along Magdalen Road, it didn’t take us long to get in there for a sneak peek at the new Missing Bean Roastery & Espresso Bar. We’re a bit nosey you see, but at least that bodes well for getting you all the latest news! Trudging along Magdalen Road in soggy trainers and … [Read more...]
