In today's issue of Dessert Diaries with Nicola, I'm sharing my thoughts on an Eton Mess with a twist, part of the new spring menu at Oxford’s hottest hotel. The Store Hotel’s restaurant; The Treadwell, recently launched their new menu. Upon a recent visit for their Sunday Roast, I could not resist trying their ‘Eton Mess’. Unlike the traditional version that we all know and … [Read more...]
Review: The Italian Roadtrip, Six By Nico
If only all road trips were this delicious! Six By Nico’s latest tasting menu, The Italian Road Trip, promised a journey through Italy’s culinary highlights. Thankfully I didn’t need a passport, but I certainly needed an appetite. Course 1 – Taste of Picinisco Crisp Polenta, Parma Ham, House Ricotta, Truffle Honey A strong start. The crisp polenta had a lovely … [Read more...]
Dessert Diaries with Nicola: Pistachio Cheesecake
Dessert is everything to me, and I'm always looking for my next fave sweet treat, so I thought I would take you along with me as I try more each month, and let you know which ones hit the spot, and which ones don't. As you may have noticed, pistachio is all anyone can talk about lately. I thought it would only be right to add to the hype and tell you about a recent amazing … [Read more...]
Behind The Scenes: Il Corno
With so many brilliant independent businesses popping up in and around Oxford, it only feels right to kickstart another 'behind the scenes' interview series, where the Bitten team chat to different foodie biz owners and find out about what inspired them, the story behind their businesses, and what's next for them! Il Corno, sitting in the Covered Market between Gulp … [Read more...]
Review: 100% Pasta
Oxford has been longing for a dedicated pasta spot and when I heard that 100% pasta had opened, I was so eager to try it. It was the perfect spot for our Oxford foodies monthly meal out. 100% Pasta is the sister company of B-Buona and given I was already a fan of B-Buona, I went in with high expectations. The best part is that they are located right next to each other, … [Read more...]
