The Bitten crew were lucky enough to have the team social at Spiced Roots on Cowley Road this month, and boy do we have a lot to say about this place! Tete and the team were a joy to have around, giving us recommendations and stories behind recipes and rum from the moment we stepped inside. We really felt like we'd stepped off of Cowley Road and right into a holiday - the … [Read more...]
Review: The Port Mahon dining room
When the sun shines in Oxford, it's prime time to take advantage of the long summer evenings and test some new pubs. So, it was a lovely treat for the Bitten crew to be invited to The Port Mahon to try out their new dining room and reworked food menu. The dining room is tucked away in the lower section of the pub. It has kept many of its earlier elements, including … [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: Spiced Roots, Cowley Road
Spiced Roots has been voted the UK’s number one Caribbean restaurant, received many accolades, and lucky for us, is situated right on Cowley Road in Oxford. It comes as no surprise to me after eating here that when you search for Spiced Roots, words like "Best meal of the year" and "Impossible to beat" come up. Spiced Roots has been going for nine years - an impressive … [Read more...]
Review: Mint Lounge
If you're looking for a relaxed dining experience with friends and are partial to some, shisha I'd definitely suggest going here. Recently refurbished in May, the lounge has taken a modern and sleek approach to this style of dining. A large open room is filled with lots of seating options, they have patio heaters throughout to keep you warm. If you're going in winter I'd … [Read more...]
