It’s an exciting chapter for The Chandlers Arms in Epwell as the former gastropub is taken over by Matty Cartwright and Harry Flockhart with an Ember BBQ ethos. Matty had been smoking his own meat and cooking over fire, with an Americana style menu, at a farm pop up down the road. But as Ember […] The post EXCLUSIVE: ‘Not your usual BBQ joint’ A sneak peek at Ember at The Chandlers Arms in Epwell…
It’s hard to believe it’s been seven years since Jamie’s Italian closed on George Street, laying derelict until the right business came along. That business is Megan’s by the Spires, the huge site transformed over the past 14 weeks into a totally different offering where Eastern Mediterranean brunch, dinner and cocktails await. Popping in for […] The post REVIEW: Megan’s by the Spires opens in…
St Michael’s Street is glorious in the summer, the tables outside the multiple cafes, pubs and coffee shops brimming with tourists and locals enjoying the sun. Another new draw is the newly opened Aromi, a Sicilian bakery and pizzeria which is similarly packed to the rafters. Luckily is has a fast turnaround, so even though […] The post REVIEW: Newly opened Sicilian bakery and pizzeria Aromi in…
A café in Cold War era Budapest. A man and a woman sit at a table. Both are hoping to extract valuable intelligence from the other. The English ‘Agent’ (Joe Mihranian) is a bumbling, stuttering Boris-meets-Hugh Grant spy; The Russian ‘Comrade’ (Ella Sheree) is a glacially cold and calm one. Both are young, hot and […] The post ‘What could possibly go right? A tragi-rom-com Cold War joy’ Catch…
Now that summer is here, as far as eating outside is concerned, we’ve got it covered! From lush gardens and courtyards to orangeries, souks, decking, terraces, yurts, tents, marquees, huts, glasshouses and pop ups, it’s all going on! Here are our suggestions, so get booking: IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER..… Arbequina, Cowley Road is famous for its […] The post TOP 50+: Where to enjoy the sun!…
Ultimately taste is the only thing that counts. Whether it’s a cafe, gastropub or restaurant, however fancy pants the establishment, the flavour of the food is what builds a reputation. And although simple, Cherry Tree Cafe in Eynsham has got it in bucket loads. ‘every mouthful delivered, the huge bountiful portions groaning with fresh produce […] The post REVIEW: ‘You can taste the quality of the…
“It’s a terrible addiction. Some people would say that doing 18 solo shows should fill me with pride, whereas I look at it and think, oh God, I haven’t been able to quit the habit.” Comedian Lucy Porter is about to head out on her 18th solo tour, Let Yourself Go, admitting that her addiction to comedy means […] The post ‘My new show Let Yourself Go is an exercise in airing my dirty laundry’…
Creation Theatre is back, doing what it does best – bringing Shakespeare vividly to life in the glorious surroundings of Oxford’s Wolfson College where A Midsummer Night’s Dream unfolds with a wonderful, funny, uplifting production, perfect for the whole family. READ ABOUT IT HERE as part of its summer double bill with Twelfth Night READ […] The post REVIEW: ‘A family-friendly triumph’ Creation’s…
We love Dishoom’s Permit Room at any time of the year, but perhaps curry isn’t the first thing you think about when the sun is shining. That’s all changed since Dishoom Permit Room introduced their new Ruby Murray in a Hurry lunch deal which is incredible value – snacks, a small plate, curry and rice […] The post REVIEW: ‘It sure beats a sandwich any day of the week!’ Dishoom Permit Room in…
Dozens of people continually poured into the new Arbequina in Oxford’s Covered Market while we were having lunch, desperate to nab a table. As it was absolutely heaving most were asked to return in 10-15 minutes, while others were directed to the numerous bar seats lining the open plan kitchen. But you can get in […] The post REVIEW: ‘Somewhere to shout about’ The most anticipated new opening in…
