You’d never know when driving past the remote country pub The Greyhound in Letcombe Regis near Wantage that it serves some of the best food in Oxfordshire, if it wasn’t for the two AA rosettes displayed outside. But step inside the warm, welcoming interior, take one look at head chef Martin Sherriff‘s delectable menu, and […] The post REVIEW: ‘The gourmet destination pub you can’t afford to miss’ The Greyhound in Letcombe Regis’ incredible food offering is as accomplished as ever! appeared first on Ox In A Box ..read more

When Roshni Ray gave up her job in the NHS to open her own Bengali kitchen Tikka and Tadka in Wantage she had no idea how quickly it would take off. Now running sell out weekly curry boxes, while catering for events, weddings and festivals, Roshni is now preparing for Tikka and Tadka‘s first ever […] The post EXCLUSIVE: ‘I just want people to try my East Indian food’ Don’t miss Tikka and Tadka’s ‘Grisher Bhuribhoj’ Bengali feast at Worton Kitchen Garden! appeared first on Ox In A Box ..read more

The Swan at Islip is offering a new grazing menu which will run at lunchtimes and midweek evenings to give its customers a more relaxed dining option alongside its taster menus. Exec head chef Paul Welburn says numerous customers requested a more relaxed menu midweek, as well as at lunchtimes, and The Swan is happy […] The post “We want to keep evolving” The Swan in Islip broadens its horizons by offering relaxed grazing menus due to customer demand appeared first on Ox In A Box ..read more

2024 is the 50th year of The Theatre Chipping Norton, and it’s celebrating in style with Life Begins at 50 – an incredible programme of electrifying, novel, tasty and informative events! So check out what excitements are in store and book in for all, or any, of these thrilling events: As I Was Walking, May […] The post Join Chippy Theatre’s epic 50th celebrations of big names, premieres, feasts, cabaret, performance tours, community plays, immersive theatre and whodunnits! appeared first on Ox In A Box ..read more

The voting is closed! And the finalists who have made it through to the OXINABOX FOOD AWARDS 2024 can be revealed!  The food awards are being held on Monday May 13 at the North Wall, sponsored by Thomas Franks and Goldstar Recruitment, Oxford Fine Dining and Oxford Wine Company, and co-hosted by Raymond Blanc from Le Manoir.  Yes, we are once again hosting our awards to […] The post BREAKING NEWS: 30,000 VOTES! HERE ARE THE FINALISTS IN THE OXINABOX FOOD AWARDS 2024! appeared first on Ox In A Box ..read more

Celebrations at The Back Lane in Woodstock are ongoing as news of their two AA rosettes for culinary excellence was announced. The winning team – head chef Johnny Park, Chris Brewster and Hugo Kelly – are absolutely delighted with the new accolade and hopes it will encourage new diners through the door. ‘the historic pub […] The post REVIEW: “Fantastic, novel and enticing food” Why The Back Lane in Woodstock deserves its newly awarded two AA rosettes appeared first on Ox In A Box ..read more

It’s taken three attempts to get into The Old Bookbinders in Jericho for dinner, such is its popularity, regardless of the day of the week. But as soon as you walk in you can see why. It’s not just that the place is packed with rosy-cheeked diners enjoying the authentic French food, great wine, or […] The post REVIEW: Why Jericho’s Old Bookbinders, and its authentic Gallic food, is one of Oxford’s best kept secrets! appeared first on Ox In A Box ..read more

News that Table 13 is leaving Oxford to start afresh in London has plunged its endless loyal foodie followers into despair. READ OUR REVIEW HERE But for founder Georgia Gallacher it’s an exciting new adventure. The inspirational and pioneering plant-based restaurant which operated from chef Georgia Gallacher‘s home in Wheatley until the end of March, […] The post EXCLUSIVE: ‘It was now or never’ Why Table 13’s award-winning, plant-based supper club is leaving Oxford to set up in London! appeared first on Ox In A Box ..read more

The rugby had long finished when we arrived for dinner at The Plough in West Hanney, but the marquee, connecting the garden with the pub, was still packed. As was the dining room and bar, diners spread out as far as the eye could see. In short, business is booming in this thatched historic pub, […] The post Why The Plough in West Hanney is still at the top of its game. A fun-fuelled evening with some mighty fine food! appeared first on Ox In A Box ..read more

“It’s been a real labour of love,” Summertown Wine Bar co-owner Graeme Woodward tells me from the Banbury Road premises where we’re talking about the highs and lows of their first year, obviously glass of wine in hand. We are joined by fellow co-owner Michael Jelley and GM Emily Robotham, who between them launched Summertown […] The post “IT’S BEEN A LABOUR OF LOVE” Summertown Wine Bar Celebrates its one year anniversary and you’re invited! appeared first on Ox In A Box ..read more