My baby is 16 months old - so far in his lifetime he has been to 12 parties (2 of them were his!) so children’s birthdays are now a monthly affair for us. I tried to make his first birthday cake and whilst it was definitely cute, it was also clearly homemade. With bake off starting again for its 16th series, my birthday on the horizon, and in an attempt to get better at baking, … [Read more...]
A Gourmet Getaway: The Best Hotels for Food in Oxfordshire
When we book a hotel, food often plays a big part in the decision (no surprises there). So we thought it was about time we shared our top foodie hotels in Oxford. If you’re planning a getaway and want to make sure it’s a gastronomic success, look no further. Here are our favourite spots for a sleepover. Disclaimer: we’ve reviewed the food in most of these places, but only … [Read more...]
Review: The Nut Tree Inn
On a grey Saturday afternoon, we escaped the drizzle and headed to The Nut Tree Inn, a Michelin-starred pub tucked away in Oxfordshire. for their lunch tasting menu (£95pp, dinner is £115pp, with wine pairings available at £65). It promised six or seven courses (depending on whether you opt for the cheese board), but we decided to skip the cheese this time, wisely, as it turned … [Read more...]
Review: Cuttlefish
Despite often wandering the streets of East Oxford in the search of food, it had been a while since I'd been to Cuttlefish. It catches my eye every time I cycle past (I'm easily lured by fairy lights), so we popped in on a Thursday night as a little treat. We started with a classic bowl of steamed mussels to share ( £9.95 for 400g or £15.95 for 800g). We opted for … [Read more...]
Curry Night at Permit Room, Oxford
Can't stop, won't stop talking about Permit Room! Ever since Permit Room landed in Oxford, I have been a huge fan. I always felt that the Oxford food scene was lacking a good Indian restaurant, so Permit Room fit right in. The low-level lighting vibe at Permit Room sets a nice atmosphere, but it is not the best for a foodie trying to get some photos- it does have its own … [Read more...]
