Before I did this review, my main experience of The Cape of Good Hope was its excellent pub quiz. So, I was familiar with the pub's good vibes, friendly staff and strong chair aesthetic. As a result, I jumped at the kind invitation to try its new menu. My friend and I arrived on a grey and drizzly morning and were warmly greeted by the bar staff, who were helpful and … [Read more...]
Review: Za’atar Bake
If Za'atar Bake isn't already on your list of go-to places on the Cowley Road, you should think about adding it now. My recent outing for Sunday lunch (no English roast for me!) reminded me of how tasty the food is at this popular and friendly Middle Eastern spot. The small space is very casual, though the decorative twinkly lights, colourful fabrics, and draped … [Read more...]
Shiraz, Cowley Road
Do you love Persian cuisine as much as I do? Aromatic dishes infused with massive amounts of herbs, fruit, and nuts; platters of juicy grilled meat; and rice elevated to an art form? Most Iranians will say it's one of the finest culinary traditions in the world, and I heartily agree. Naturally, I've been wondering about the refurbished Shiraz on Cowley Road and am … [Read more...]
