Tucked in the heart of Faringdon, The Old Crown Coaching Inn is a handsome slice of Oxfordshire history. I was kindly invited to dinner and a stay recently, and took my gal pal Katie and dog Moose along for a girly sleepover catch up. The building carries an air of character and heritage - but now with the warmth of a well-run inn. We stayed in the 'court room' suite (that … [Read more...]
Review: Bangkok House is back!
After being closed for the last few months, Bangkok House's new location has reopened! Bangkok House has been serving authentic Thai flavours in Oxford since 1992. My first visit to Bangkok House was in early 2024, and I really enjoyed the food. I was sad to see them close, until I realised that they were temporarily closed as they were moving to a new venue which is … [Read more...]
Review – The Oxford Collection
Spending a day with The Oxford Collection means stepping through three distinct dining personalities - from the contemporary flair of Gees, to the elegance of the Old Parsonage, and finally, the lively charm of Quod. Across the day, we moved from leisurely lunches to cocktails, afternoon tea, a walking tour of Oxford, and finally, dinner. Gees61-63 Banbury Rd, Park Town, … [Read more...]
Review: Namaste Village
Having returned from Leeds in July where I went to a veggie Indian restaurant which I loved so much, I was sad that there was nowhere similar in Oxford where I could relish in meat-free Indian dishes. Thankfully, my wishes were answered quickly with Namaste Village opening up their newest restaurant right by Oxford Castle only a few weeks later. Offering bold flavours from … [Read more...]
Six by Nico, Mad Hatter’s Tea Party
Located on the top of the Westgate, Six by Nico is comfortably contemporary - an open kitchen anchors the spacious dining room, giving diners a glimpse of the action. There’s a touch of decadence to the interiors that pairs well with the restaurant’s theatrical ambitions, and some attractive private dining spots make it feel like a space designed for an occasion. I … [Read more...]
