Tucked in the heart of Faringdon, The Old Crown Coaching Inn is a handsome slice of Oxfordshire history. I was kindly invited to dinner and a stay recently, and took my gal pal Katie and dog Moose along for a girly sleepover catch up. The building carries an air of character and heritage - but now with the warmth of a well-run inn. We stayed in the 'court room' suite (that … [Read more...]
The Edge Deli, Witney
The Edge Deli opened its doors on March 21st in an unexpected but intriguing location, just outside Witney’s town centre at the Hexagon Business Centre on New Yatt Road. This site, formerly the council offices, has now been transformed into a vibrant deli and café by Tom and Phoebe, the duo behind the much-loved Edge on the High Street. With a track record that began in a … [Read more...]
Review: Meetpoint Coffee
Have you been to The Meet Point Coffee (TMP) in Summertown yet? If not, you’re missing out on a real culinary ‘meet-cute’: the charming encounter of fab coffee shop and tasty Bengali street food. It opened recently on Middle Way (how apt is that address?), so it seems a little out of the way the first time you go. Look for the coffee van tucked inside the wide … [Read more...]
Betwixmas – a nice walk and a good pub? We got you!
As always, I'll be nipping out to my favourite foodie pubs in the Cotswolds and Chilterns with my partner and loyal Welsh Springer Spaniel, Chester. A 4-5 mile amble makes the food seem that much more justified! My favourite Yuletide pub walk is in the hidden Hambleden valley, just off the M40 near Stokenchurch. The Hambleden Valley reveals pretty villages, historic … [Read more...]
