I'm no stranger to The Black Horse; since Raymond Blanc took it over in 2017 I've been a keen returner. So when Bitten was invited over to sample their new Summer menu, I jumped at the offer! It’s a tough life. One of my favourite elements of The Black Horse is their use of space. You walk into a cosy, small, low-lit entry, filled with dark wood; turn to the left and follow … [Read more...]
Review: The Thatch, Thame – an evolving menu you won’t want to miss
The Thatch Inn is exactly what it says on the tin, a beautiful and welcoming 16th century thatched pub. Located on the main high street of historic market town, Thame, run by The Peach Pub group. They have balanced finer dining brilliantly; with its modern crockery and linen napkins, the untouched olde world mahogany bar and slanted 16th century walls. Outside, a chic … [Read more...]
Review: The Black Horse, Thame
I recently had the pleasure of visiting The Black Horse pub in Thame. The upmarket yet unpretentious pub serves a great mix of traditional pub favourites and French inspired dishes. On arrival, it was good to see clear safety measures the pub had taken due to the current climate. At the entrance was hand sanitiser, a track & trace QR code to scan, plus clear rules … [Read more...]
Restaurant Review: The Thatch, Thame
I basically visit Thame for two reasons - my friend Liza, who makes a mean (and VERY strong) cocktail, and to visit The Thatch. I've been a bunch of times but never written a full review, so what better than to mix the two. Liza and colleague Paul in tow, we arrived at The Thatch on a Monday lunchtime for a spot of #MondayMotivation in the form of a good pub chow … [Read more...]
Restaurant Review: The Black Horse, Thame
The Black Horse, a fairly nondescript pub on the main street of Thame, reopened last November as part of Raymond Blanc's The White Brasserie Company, a group of traditional pubs that serve food with a French brasserie twist. Raymond, who sits on the board is a pub devotee, having helped to save his local and can often be spotted in various Oxfordshire hostelries. He has … [Read more...]