For me, the first weekend in December is synonymous with three things – my dad’s birthday, Christmas decorations, and fried chicken. A family of the 90s, our favourite fried chicken shop had to be KFC, and if I ever happen to be home on the first weekend of December, my family will still make the pilgrimage to KFC for their Variety Bucket (although sadly the Viennetta is no … [Read more...]
Review: Shoryu, Westgate Centre
Tucked away on the lower ground floor of Westgate, Shoryu Oxford City brings a slice of Tokyo to central Oxford. Part of a small but growing chain with around ten branches across London, Oxford, and Manchester, Shoryu has built a reputation for hearty bowls of ramen and comforting Japanese classics. We were invited to try their new special, Jiro Ramen (£23.00), a dish that’s … [Read more...]
Review: Edamamé
Edamamé is one of those places that's easy to miss when it's closed but very obvious during opening hours, largely due to the queue that will probably be snaking its way down Holywell Street. I've cycled past the waiting customers on many an occasion and tried its Thursday sushi menu once (would recommend). I wandered past early one Saturday evening with my parents on the … [Read more...]
Review: Kibou, Spring Menu
Contemporary Japanese Cuisine. Kibou opened in Oxford last summer, and my visit was well overdue. Located on Little Clarendon Street, Kibou serves contemporary Japanese food and drink. When you enter the restaurant, the first thing that will catch your eye is the pretty interiors, which include murals, print textiles, and floral elements that resemble cherry blossoms. I … [Read more...]
Review: A Japanese Twist on Afternoon Tea at Kibou Oxford
Kibou Oxford brings a fresh take on Japanese dining with bold flavours, beautiful presentation, and a lively atmosphere. Known for its sushi, ramen, and izakaya-style small plates, it’s a go-to spot for Japanese cuisine lovers. But what happens when you take the traditional British afternoon tea and give it a Kibou twist? You get sushi instead of finger sandwiches, mochi in … [Read more...]
