Well, this is an unusual review for me. It's a review of what would usually be Michelin starred restaurant, Oxford Kitchen, but had since re-branded to 215 Kitchen & Drinks. The review would usually take place in the actual restaurant, but it's now a takeaway, in my kitchen. COVID has flipped the dining world upside down, and many venues have since launched takeaway … [Read more...]
The Oxford Kitchen Re-Opens as 215 Kitchen & Drinks – What to Expect
Earlier this week I caught up with Paul Welburn, Executive Chef at 215 Kitchen & Drinks, which was recently awarded it's first Michelin star and 3 AA Rosettes as The Oxford Kitchen. Straight after receiving such grand accolades seems an odd time to re-brand, but then we're not in usual times! So with 215 sharing quotes online like "food that tastes as good as it looks, … [Read more...]
Pompette Autumn Preview: in pictures
Pompette opened its doors recently for a bunch of bloggers, Instagrammers and local foodies for a special Autumn tasting event, featuring dishes from their bar menu and à la carte menu. The restaurant, which is about to hit its 1st birthday, opened on the site of Portabello in Summertown. It's the first Oxfordshire restaurant for Pascal Wiedmann and his wife Laura, who moved … [Read more...]
Afternoon Tea at The Bicycle Shed
Recently, The Bicycle Shed invited us along as guests to check out their boozy afternoon tea offering. As someone who often suffers from food envy, afternoon tea appeals in the same way buffets do - the opportunity to try everything. Add to that a bowl of gin punch and you've got me. The Bicycle Shed opened last October and seems to be settling in well. I haven't been for a … [Read more...]
Bitten Bites: Modern Baker Cafe Closed
In case you missed it on Facebook last week, Modern Baker's cafe in Summertown has closed. The business, which is known for it's healthier bakes and cakes, will be focussing on it's wider cause - "to democratise healthy baking, for the common good". Bitten went to visit their research and development kitchen in Kidlington last year, where we found out all about their … [Read more...]