Many local food venues have adapted over the last few months, as we've seen with so many offering delivery and takeaway. Some have also launched new offerings, like these 'bake at home' Scandinavian buns by Skogen Kitchen on King Edward Street. Scandi cafe, Skogen, has already developed a reputation for its delicious buns, available in a variety of flavours in boxes of 4 … [Read more...]
Tried & Tested: DIY Burger Kits from Dodo Pub Co
Burgers can be anything from distinctly underwhelming, to utterly pleasurable. Personally, they're not my favourite food to eat, but if I find one good enough, I make an exception. The Dodo Pub Co has historically produced one of those exceptions - since back in early 2014 when I recommended their Angry Texan burger on my old blog. When I do eat a burger, I like it with … [Read more...]
Review: 215 Kitchen & Drinks takeaway service
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...]
Tried & Tested: our favourite Oxford deliveries
One of the (very few) highlights of late has been seeing local food businesses go above and beyond; offering expanded services, like deliveries, to their customers. I'm sure many of us are in the habit of 'the big shop' at our nearest giant supermarket for pure convenience. In a world where that's become more challenging, consumers are reassessing how they get their food. … [Read more...]
