Ever wanted a festive curry during the Christmas period instead of the 7th portion of Brussel sprouts you have had to suffer through? At Namaste Village by Oxford Castle, you can. They have launched a Christmas menu featuring all of their bold and classic flavours with an elevated festive twist. It is the perfect combo during these dark and cold evenings. Having only opened … [Read more...]
Review: Namaste Village
Namaste Village is a more recent addition to Oxford's dining scene. It is a veggie Indian restaurant with lots of variety, reminding you that you don’t need meat to make a great meal. I was invited to try the Diwali thali - a one-plate mix of curries and sundries that was introduced to celebrate Diwali. When I went to review the Diwali thali, I noticed that the restaurant … [Read more...]
Curry Night at Permit Room, Oxford
Can't stop, won't stop talking about Permit Room! Ever since Permit Room landed in Oxford, I have been a huge fan. I always felt that the Oxford food scene was lacking a good Indian restaurant, so Permit Room fit right in. The low-level lighting vibe at Permit Room sets a nice atmosphere, but it is not the best for a foodie trying to get some photos- it does have its own … [Read more...]
Review: Permit Room Kid’s Menu
The Permit Room in Oxford is the more relaxed sibling of Dishoom - the kind of place you’d associate with cocktails and conversation, not highchairs and finger food. But step inside, and it is a welcoming space with charm, warmth, and surprisingly great options for little diners. If you’ve visited any Dishoom, you’ll know the look: mid-century furniture, Bombay-inspired art … [Read more...]
Review: Tikka and Tadka Curry boxes
Recently I had the pleasure of trying a curry box from Tikka and Tadka, an Oxfordshire-based curry catering company run by the loveliest couple, Roshni and Sam. They kindly offered to deliver one of their curry boxes to me, and it arrived on a Thursday evening - perfect timing, as I had no plans and could dive straight in. The first thing to know is that their menu … [Read more...]
