I was very happy to be spending a weekend revolving around good pubs. This one took us across two sister spots: a cosy overnight at The Crown in Benson and dinner at The Chequers Inn in Berrick Salome - just four minutes down the road. We arrived at The Chequers just as the rugby was wrapping up - peak "village pub energy". Not rowdy, not chaotic. Just merry. Buzzy. That … [Read more...]
Review: The Mole Inn
The Mole Inn in Toot Baldon has been a favourite countryside pub for as long as I've lived in Oxford. Graced with a beautiful garden patio, and surrounded by rural walks in most directions, it's just a temptingly short drive out of town in the summer. Somehow, I'd never been there in winter, so was really pleased to have the chance very recently. And what a warm welcome we … [Read more...]
Pan Asian Street Food, Pan Pan
Pan Pan is officially one of my favourite restaurants in Oxford. You are spoilt for choice with the menu here. There is a great varity of items and everything sounds delicious - deciding what to order always takes a bit of time (including looking at the menu online ahead of visiting, lol). The restaurant has a cosy and wholesome feel to it, hitting the spot during these … [Read more...]
Valentine’s Guide 2026
Thank GOD January is over, it literally lasted a year? To celebrate, here's this year's Valentine's Guide to help you look forward to fun plans and good food. We've got dinner, drinks, sweet treats and things to do all wrapped in one place for you. Dinner... Prince of Wales, Iffley Village Fancy a laid-back one this year? The Prince of Wales delivers on good … [Read more...]
Bitten Roast Guide 2026
Our guide to a proper good Sunday roast in Oxfordshire Sunday roasts are serious business. Crispy potatoes, rich gravy, good meat, and the kind of plates you want to linger over. We are often asked where to go for a really good roast in Oxfordshire, so here is our current round-up of places we love, places worth a special mention, and a few firmly on our hit list for … [Read more...]
