I popped into The Standard in Jericho for a quick Saturday lunch recently, to see if I could banish some of my January blues. It’s a local institution serving Bangladeshi and South Asian food and has been run by the same family since 1972. I’m a regular and have enjoyed lots of good meals there, so felt it high time for a Bitten review. I’m pleased to say it didn’t … [Read more...]
Review: The Rabbit Hole
Appropriately for a bar named after a mysterious entrance to a magical land, The Rabbit Hole is tucked behind an enticing yellow door, hidden away down one of North Oxford's more unassuming and picturesque streets, and appeared as if by magic. Okay, maybe it wasn't magical, but if there was any big fanfare about this little independent neighbourhood bar's opening then it … [Read more...]
Pompette Autumn Preview: in pictures
Pompette opened its doors recently for a bunch of bloggers, Instagrammers and local foodies for a special Autumn tasting event, featuring dishes from their bar menu and à la carte menu. The restaurant, which is about to hit its 1st birthday, opened on the site of Portabello in Summertown. It's the first Oxfordshire restaurant for Pascal Wiedmann and his wife Laura, who moved … [Read more...]
Afternoon Tea at The Bicycle Shed
Recently, The Bicycle Shed invited us along as guests to check out their boozy afternoon tea offering. As someone who often suffers from food envy, afternoon tea appeals in the same way buffets do - the opportunity to try everything. Add to that a bowl of gin punch and you've got me. The Bicycle Shed opened last October and seems to be settling in well. I haven't been for a … [Read more...]
Fish & Chip Night at The Rickety Press
With the Dodo pubs, you just know everything’s always going to be alright. And, these days, it’s a very valuable thing to be able to take joy in the simple pleasure of going to your local. Getting excellent friendly service, knowing you’re going to enjoy good food done well and be offered a selection of quality drinks. I’m always very relaxed for a meal at the Rusty and or … [Read more...]
