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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COSMO Oxford to celebrate Diwali with special festival menu
COSMO Oxford will mark Diwali on 20 October with a one-day-only menu inspired by Indian and Nepalese flavours. The feast includes traditional dishes such as lamb rogan josh, chicken biryani, and gulab jamun, alongside vegetarian and seafood favourites.
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Kids Eat Free is back at Bill’s this Halloween
Kids eat free at Bill’s this Halloween from 27 to 31 October. Up to two children dine free per adult, with a fun menu, Toffee Apple Pancakes, and a new spooky storybook – the perfect half-term treat for families.
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Oxford restaurants join new half price dining initiative
Oxford restaurants including Café Coco, Comptoir Libanais and Pierre Victoire have joined First Table, a new initiative offering 50 per cent off food at off-peak times. The global dining platform launches in Oxford to make eating out more affordable and sociable.
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Milton Park’s Signal Yard serves up its next course with three new Oxfordshire eateries
Milton Park’s Signal Yard adds three popular Oxfordshire independents — 1885 Burgers, Chor Muang Thai, and Planted Plates — to its 2026 lineup, bringing local flavours, green spaces, and community dining experiences to the county’s highly anticipated new destination hub.
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Shan Shui Bicester Village unveils new brand and elevated dining experience
Shan Shui Bicester Village unveils a glamorous brand refresh, new menu, and lifestyle range inspired by vintage Shanghai. Expect bold flavours, elegant cocktails, and artisanal retail products — a celebration of Asian heritage reimagined for today’s discerning diners.
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Celebrate Halloween with Flight Club’s Spooky Brunch Special
Celebrate Halloween at Flight Club Oxford’s Spooky Brunch Weekender, with bottomless pizza, prosecco, cocktails, and Social Darts. Running 31 October to 02 November, it’s the perfect mix of food, fun, and frightful festivities.
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The Ivy Oxford Brasserie launches sweet twist on its iconic Shepherd’s Pie
This October, The Ivy Oxford Brasserie has unveiled a playful twist on its most iconic dish with the launch of the Shepherd’s Pie Dessert — a sweet reimagining of the restaurant’s beloved classic, complete with chocolate, carrot cake and candied rosemary.
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South Indian vegetarian restaurant Crispy Dosa opens at Orchard Centre Didcot
Orchard Centre Didcot has welcomed a vibrant new addition to its dining lineup with the opening of Crispy Dosa. The South Indian vegetarian restaurant brings authentic flavours, bold spices and a colourful menu to Didcot.
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Marco Pierre White unveils new autumn menu at Oxford Steakhouse
Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill in Oxford has launched a new autumn menu featuring classic British favourites with French-inspired flair. Dishes include Box Tree Chicken Liver Parfait, Mr White’s Mixed Grill, and a two-course 1961 set menu
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Escapade Silverstone launches Express Lunch at The Gallery
Escapade Silverstone has launched an Express Lunch at The Gallery, bringing refined weekday dining to the heart of the iconic Silverstone Circuit. Available Monday to Friday, the menu features vibrant, seasonal dishes like Teriyaki-glazed Atlantic Cod and Sticky Toffee Pudding, priced from £18.
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Celebrate Diwali with a five-day festive feast at Namaste Village Oxford
Namaste Village Oxford is marking Diwali with a five day celebration of authentic Indian flavours, including a festive thali, special set menu, and 10% off online bookings. The award-winning restaurant will be adorned with lights to mark the Festival of Lights.
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Shoryu Ramen brings Japan’s infamous Jiro bowl to Oxford
Shoryu Ramen will launch Japan’s cult dish Jiro Ramen in Oxford this October. Available until 09 November, the indulgent bowl comes with a Jiro to Hero challenge for diners brave enough to finish it in under five minutes.
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Oxfordshire children create world-first sushi recipe book with Yutaka
A group of Oxfordshire children have created the world’s first sushi recipe book designed by kids, turning imaginative characters into family-friendly recipes with the help of Yutaka, Alexandra Burke, Jessie Whealy, and Yuki Gomi.
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Five Oxfordshire chefs share their stories as City of Oxford Guild of Chefs launches careers campaign
The City of Oxford Guild of Chefs has launched a campaign featuring five local chefs sharing their stories to inspire new talent. The initiative highlights both the life skills and rewarding career opportunities that come from working in the kitchen.
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Black Oxford Untold Stories partners with Randolph Hotel for Afternoon Tea experience
Black Oxford Untold Stories and The Randolph Hotel are celebrating Alain LeRoy Locke with an exclusive afternoon tea on 05 October, blending history, culture, and indulgence. Guests can also enjoy a post-tour discount after guided tours of Oxford’s Black heritage.
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Namaste Village opens its sixth restaurant in Oxford’s historic Castle Quarter
Namaste Village has opened its sixth restaurant in Oxford’s Castle Quarter, serving vegetarian and vegan Indian cuisine alongside cocktails, chai, and lassi. The group also brings its Dosa on the Wall initiative, offering free meals to those in need.