I was kindly invited to The Bat & Ball in Cuddesdon – the sister pub to The Lamb Inn at Little Milton – for dinner and an overnight stay. A Thursday evening in July, sunny skies, warm breeze, and a pub with good but chilled energy. It struck the right balance of relaxed yet polished, with interiors that feel thoughtfully curated but not overly styled. Think fresh, open, … [Read more...]
The Plough, Shiplake
After recently doing a review at The Three Tuns in Henley, it wasn’t long before we got invited to head out that way again. It’s a good hour’s drive for us, but having had such a great experience before and with it being the perfect weather for an evening ride, we took the rather scenic country roads to Shiplake, just outside of Henley. The Plough sits in a dip in the road, … [Read more...]
Review: The Lamb, Little Milton
The Lamb in Little Milton, the sister pub to The Bat and Ball in Cuddesdon, is quickly establishing itself as a must-visit destination. With a prestigious double AA Rosette and Head Chef Nat Berney at the helm, formerly of Le Manoir, this South Oxfordshire spot combines finesse, creativity, and seasonality in every dish. We visited on a sunny Thursday afternoon and were … [Read more...]
Review: The Three Tuns, Henley
The Three Tuns is tucked away on Market Place with a narrow, understated exterior that gives little away. Step through the door and you’ll find a buzzy bar, a welcoming dining area, and that rare blend of proper pub charm with a menu that far exceeds expectations. We dined in their pretty courtyard – a perfect sun trap on a warm evening, tastefully dotted with parasol umbrellas … [Read more...]
Review: The Port Mahon dining room
When the sun shines in Oxford, it's prime time to take advantage of the long summer evenings and test some new pubs. So, it was a lovely treat for the Bitten crew to be invited to The Port Mahon to try out their new dining room and reworked food menu. The dining room is tucked away in the lower section of the pub. It has kept many of its earlier elements, including … [Read more...]
