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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London’s social set celebrates opening of Cecconi’s restaurant at Bicester Village
Media personality Laura Whitmore, comedian Ian Stirling, singer-songwriter Ella Eyre, and catwalk model Abbey Clancy were amongst the guest invited to lunch at the newly opened restaurant.
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Gusto Italian officially opens its doors to diners in Oxford
The 160-cover restaurant, complete with an open-plan Theatre Kitchen and chef’s table Pizza Experience, opened on the site of the old Mitre Pub following an extensive refurbishment.
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Gusto Italian pulls off ‘Italian Job’ to mark arrival on Oxford’s dining scene
A fleet of classic MINI Coopers took to the streets of Oxford on Friday to deliver the restaurant’s 24-hour proved sourdough pizzas all over the city.
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Historic Oxford pubs – Turf Tavern & Jude the Obscure – launch exciting new menus
The Turf Tavern in the city centre offers great British pub food, done well and fresh from the kitchen, while Jude the Obscure on Walton street has a new tapas-style menu with a wide range of dishes ideal for social sharing.
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Cotswold Meat Company acquires Slatters Butchers in Chadlington
The acquisition comes as the Cotswold Meat Company celebrates its first year of trading under new owner Nick Passmore.
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Sobell House publishes second cookbook with recipes from celebrities and local chefs
Following the success of its first cookbook in 2020, Sobell House has published the cookbook to raise awareness and funds for the hospice, and recognise the local businesses that have supported them over the years.
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Gusto Italian sets opening date for its Oxford restaurant
The restaurant, located on the site of the historic Mitre Pub on Oxford’s High Street will open its doors to diners on Thursday, 01 December.
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New owners for PAUL Bakery stores on High Street and Westgate Oxford
The business is launching its first UK franchise and handing over the reins of its Oxford stores to father and son hospitality duo Graham and Matthew Allan.
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Step into the world of Regency for a thrilling afternoon tea at The Randolph Hotel
On Saturday, 22 October, step into The Randolph Hotel in Oxford for a thrilling afternoon tea inspired by the cultural phenomenon, Bridgerton.
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Gusto Italian to open its new restaurant in Oxford later this year
The new 10,000 sq ft restaurant and bar will open in the historic Mitre Hotel building on Oxford High Street before Christmas, with an expansive downstairs dining room, an upstairs private dining room and a cosy cocktail bar.
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Sticks‘n’Santa – the festive set menus from Sticks‘n’Sushi returns
Sticks‘n’Santa offers guests a tasty alternative to the traditional turkey and stuffing with enticing Japanese-inspired dishes ideal for pre-Christmas get-togethers.
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Chopstix Noodle Bar to celebrate National Noodle Day with free meal give-aways
Chopstix fans in Oxford will be in with a chance of grabbing a free box of small noodles as the store will be giving away 100 boxes of small noodles.
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Sticks’n’Sushi launches a new menu in the UK
The new Sticks’n’Sushi menu, combining traditional sushi with yakitori sticks from the grill, is available now and features brand-new dishes alongside much-loved classics.
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Popeyes® confirms Oxford opening date
From 17 September, the US icon will bring a taste of New Orleans to Oxford city centre, opening its fifth British site on Queen Street.
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Oxford’s beloved Jam Factory is set to close after 16 years
Despite their best efforts, the team could not reach an agreement with the landlords and will close the doors for the last time on 17 September 2022 with hopes of reopening elsewhere.
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Chadlington Brewery extends partnership with Oxford City Football Club
Chadlington Brewery also teamed up with Oxford City FC to launch its new Oxford Helles Lager in the first pre-season friendly against Oxford United on Saturday 02 July.