Elizabeth Gibbs
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What to cook on Valentine’s Day
Putting on a culinary show for Valentine’s day, it should be all about preparation, so you can give your date your full attention through the evening. No one wants a stressed out, sweaty Valentine’s chef.
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All the Oxfordshire restaurants in the AA Restaurant Guide 2022
Check out our handy list of all the Oxfordshire restaurants in the AA Restaurant Guide 2022 and discover some brilliant places to eat in Oxford and across the county.
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Vegan and vegetarian only restaurants in Oxfordshire
While most restaurants now offer vegan and vegetarian options on their menu, here’s a growing list of the 100% vegan and vegetarian restaurants in Oxfordshire.
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15 vegan recipe cookbooks to help get you through Veganuary
Explore our pick of some of the best vegan recipe cookbooks for inspiration and ideas to help you start cooking easy and delicious plant-based meals this Veganuary.
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An insider’s guide to the best cocktail bars in Oxford
Whether it’s an intimate affair with a partner, after-work drinks with co-workers, or a big night out with friends, here are the best cocktail bars in Oxford.
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15 gift-worthy cookbooks to give as gifts this Christmas
Explore our pick of the best cookbooks to give as gifts this Christmas. From notable newcomers to cult-favourites and some hidden gems.
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Luxury Christmas gifts for drink lovers
Looking for interesting Luxury Christmas gifts for drink lovers? Discover the best gifts to buy a discerning drinker of wine or whisky, coffee or champagne.
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The most instagrammable restaurants in Oxfordshire
Just because you’re choosing to stay local doesn’t mean you shouldn’t shout about it. Be the envy of your followers at these local restaurants where the decor is as photogenic as the food.
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Where to go strawberry picking in Oxfordshire
Strawberry picking season in Oxfordshire kicks off in early May and reaches its peak in June and July. And here are the strawberry picking farms in Oxfordshire.
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How to make the perfect seasonal salad
There is no secret to putting together a tasty and elegant seasonal salad that will delight your family any night of the week.
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We love: British Asparagus
British Asparagus: A seasonal crop that should be enjoyed for the 8 weeks or so, from the end of April until the middle of June, when it’s in season.
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7 Cookbooks that showcase some of what Oxfordshire has to offer
Recipes (and stories) from Oxfordshire’s exceptional chefs, eateries, food businesses, artisan producers, and the Oxford college community.
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Albino Flamingo Gin chocolate bonbons: grown-up chocolate that’s still fun
If you’re in search of a bar of delicious and pure grown-up chocolate, then look no further as it doesn’t get any more exciting than this.
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Enjoy a night in with a Valentine’s Day food box from Dodo Pub Co.
Fresh home bake Neapolitan pizzas from Dodo Pub Co., decadent salted caramel brownies from Barefoot, and Be My Valentine coffee beans from UE Coffee Roasters – perfect for a night in for two!
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Discover Oxfordshire’s favourite recipes in 2020
Take a look at the 10 most viewed recipes on The Oxford Magazine over the last 12 months, which, perhaps, is a proxy for Oxfordshire’s favourite recipes in 2020.
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Where to get your Sunday roast takeaway in Oxfordshire during the lockdown
If you’re in need of a Sunday roast fix, here’s where to get yours during the lockdown in Oxfordshire while also supporting your local gastropubs and restaurants.