Food & Drink
Discover the latest news and stories about food, drink, restaurants, bars, and culinary events in Oxford and across Oxfordshire.
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The Duke’s Summer Garden brings open-air dining and live sport to Bicester Village
A new seasonal outdoor destination has opened at Bicester Village as The Double Red Duke launches The Duke’s Summer Garden, featuring cocktails, craft beers, street food-style dining, live sport screenings and Friday night music.
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The Oxfordshire hotel restaurants leading the way as new culinary hotspots
From stylish city brasseries to Michelin-starred country escapes -Oxfordshire’s hotel restaurants are redefining the dining scene, proving that the best tables in town might just come with a room key.
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Knoops launches Frozen Hot Chocolate as ultimate summer 2026 refreshment
Knoops has unveiled its first-ever Frozen Hot Chocolate, a blended ice-cold twist on its signature drinking chocolate. Available in white and dark chocolate variations with customisable flavour combinations, the new range is rolling out across the UK, including its Oxford Turl Street store.
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Just in time for the heatwave: where to find the best artisan ice cream and frozen treats in Oxford
As temperatures rise, so too does our appetite for something cold. From artisan gelato in the city centre to inventive frozen drinks, milkshakes and new summer launches here’s where to find the Oxford’s best ice cream and frozen treats this heatwave.
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Oxford bakery launches UK-first Pastel de Nata soft serve ice cream
Oxford’s Santa Nata bakery has launched what it describes as the UK’s first Pastel de Nata-flavoured soft serve ice cream, combining Portuguese custard tart flavours with vanilla ice cream, pastry flakes and cinnamon.
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An insider’s guide to the best places for al fresco dining in Oxford city centre
If you happen to be wandering through the city’s streets when the sun is out, and you fancy somewhere to escape the hustle, soak up the sun, and have a bite to eat – all at the same time.
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The Hidden Still at Cotswolds Distillery: A new evening bar bringing English sparkling wine into the spotlight
The Hidden Still at Cotswolds Distillery is a new evening cocktail destination, launching with a summer programme of English sparkling wine residencies from Hambledon, Black Chalk and Flint Vineyards, alongside the debut of the Cotswolds Wild Spritz.
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Cotswolds Distillery unveils Hearts and Crafts Madeira cask single malt whisky
Cotswolds Distillery has launched the seventh expression in its Hearts & Crafts series: a limited-edition Madeira Cask Single Malt Whisky. With only 1,200 bottles available, the release celebrates Arts and Crafts heritage with rich, fruit-led flavour and William Morris-inspired design.
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Cinnamon Stick, Middle Barton
The Cinnamon Stick was founded with a simple vision: to bring the warmth, flavours, and traditions of the Middle East to the UK.
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Foodies Festival to return to Oxford with star-studded chef line-up and live music
Returning to South Park this August Bank Holiday, Foodies Festival will return with celebrity chefs, Bake Off and MasterChef winners, and a headline music line-up including Boyzlife, Gareth Gates and B*Witched, for a three-day celebration of food, drink and live entertainment.
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The Feathered Nest Country Inn unveils lively programme of events for summer 2026
The Feathered Nest Country Inn is set to unveil a lively summer season that will blend relaxed countryside dining with a curated programme of live events, outdoor hospitality and seasonal culinary experiences.
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The Woodstock Arms
Welcome to the Woodstock Arms where a warm welcome is always given. Our menu reflects the changing of the seasons and market availability.
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Chopstix reopens refurbished store at Moto Cherwell Valley Services following conversion from Chow
Chopstix has reopened its newly refurbished store at Moto Cherwell Valley Services following a full conversion from Chow, bringing a refreshed dining space and its signature bold noodle dishes to one of the UK’s busiest motorway stops.
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Coffee#1 opens new café in Botley’s West Way Square development
Coffee#1 has officially opened its newest café in Botley’s redeveloped West Way Square, creating local jobs and bringing its relaxed coffee house experience to west Oxford.
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50+ incredible places to eat and drink outside in Oxford and beyond this summer
The sun’s out It’s time to soak up all the vitamin D you can get with some for alfresco dining. Here are some of our favourite places to eat outdoors in Oxford and beyond.
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96 delicious recipes for al fresco dining at home
Make the most of the warm weather with our collection of delicious al fresco recipes; from shareable starters to decadent desserts – there’s no better way to enjoy food.