We recently attended the press launch of Dodo Pub Co's latest venture, The Part and Parcel in Witney. When heading into a Dodo pub there are certain things you expect to experience which are synonymous with the brand; friendly service, delicious food and a buzzing atmosphere. We're pleased to report all of these and more. Let's take a look inside... Walking through the … [Read more...]
Restaurant review: The Bell in Hampton Poyle
When an opportunity to visit The Bell in Hampton Poyle came along, there was no way I could say no. Opened in 2009, The Bell is both boutique hotel and quaint country pub, fusing traditional British inn with cosy, contemporary furnishings. While the five-star hotel offers nine boutique rooms, the restaurant serves a typically British menu, including an A La Carte menu … [Read more...]
NEWS: Grape Minds set to open new wine shop in Wallingford
Great news in this morning from Graeme and Michael at independent wine shop, Grape Minds in Summertown - the pair have secured keys to a venue in Wallingford, which they'll be opening as their second wine shop! An expected opening date for the shop is Friday 17th September, on St Martins Street. From their press release: Building on a successful 3 years trading in South … [Read more...]
Review: The James Figg, Thame; the ultimate Sunday roast?
A few weeks ago I visited The James Figg to try out their Sunday Roast. The James Figg hadn’t been somewhere I'd considered visiting in recent years. After all, there’s the fellow Peach Pub owned The Thatch, known for its elegant and creative dishes, as well as The Black Horse, serving good food in a recently renovated gastropub interior. There are endless options in Thame, so … [Read more...]
REVIEW: The Black Horse in Thame, just try and keep Jade away!
I'm no stranger to The Black Horse; since Raymond Blanc took it over in 2017 I've been a keen returner. So when Bitten was invited over to sample their new Summer menu, I jumped at the offer! It’s a tough life. One of my favourite elements of The Black Horse is their use of space. You walk into a cosy, small, low-lit entry, filled with dark wood; turn to the left and follow … [Read more...]