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Three Thousand reasons to slurp

I thought the place was great, especially as a very quick sit down option.
Food Amanda Li -

Good soup: India’s sauciest secret 

I associate with soup, the fiery plains of eastern Rajasthan, the smokiness of coal roasted jeera in a Kadai pan, and the creators of a warm, comforting dish full of love, compassion, unity and humility.
Food Aaran Thakore -

The Breakfast Club: Bringing the mid to midday

Brunch is a particular love of mine. Between the poached eggs at Brasenose brunch, the coconut pancakes at The Handle Bar Cafe, and huevos rancheros at the Oxford Brunch Bar, there is no shortage of weekend brunch options in Oxford. The Breakfast Club could have been a perfect addition to this lovely list - alas, it did not make the cut.
Food Amanda Li -

Le pain: Living as a coeliac at Oxford

Mastering the 'art of the coeliac' involves everything from pre-kiss teeth brushing to BOP juice abstinence.
Food Samuel Owen -
Latest

LB’s — Summertown’s one-of-a-kind Lebanese deli

"Summertown’s options are ever growing, but through all of that, it is clear why LB’s has remained a staple."

Mambo Italiano — Carlotta comes to Marylebone

"I will never cease to be amazed by that consistently remarkable ability to reinvent."

Burnout BBQ — Brisket, wings and hot rods

"This is undoubtedly the place to go in Oxford for an authentically fun evening of American food."

George Street Social — Brunching, but at what price?

"Moving onto the lunch menu, the items here are high quality but also much higher cost."

Cocomelt — Syrian chocolate cafés come to London

"Chocolate is just about my favourite thing in the world and, if you are the same, Cocomelt is one of those places that simply needs to be ticked off your bucket list."

Oxford’s café scene – The definitive guide

You can never grow bored of the endless variety of spots for work, food, catch-ups, and of course, great coffee.

Salsas del Sol — Will Pouget shines with latest Oxford endeavour

"Now, Salsas del Sol is the Mediterranean spin on Pouget’s good-value slow food revolution."

Hervé Gatineau — more Summertown, more European authenticity

"I did of course also have to grab a baguette to-go, a trip to a boulangerie feels worthless otherwise."

Recipe – Pasta alla Norma

"Typical of Sicily the dish is balanced and uses the finest seasonal produce."

San Francisco – not just start-ups and juice bars

"Here, you can buy crab cocktails and shellfish straight off the boats themselves and of course indulge in that long-honoured tradition of clam chowder served in giant sourdough bowl."

New menu new me? Turtle Bay brings fresh flavours to tried and tested formula

"The Caribbean chain now seems to have truly turned its focus onto the food alongside its brilliant drinks offering with increased plant-based and fresh-tasting options."

Vac days out – A foodie’s guide to Camden

"I tried 15 of Camden’s most popular stalls in one day to bring you the definitive list of the places to go and the dishes to order at the home of London street food."

Roasting Plant and the fresh coffee revolution

"The technology that at first appears more at home in Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory than a café."

From Sunday paellas to avant-garde tapas at El Rincón

"Juan puts his own spin on all the reliable classics just as any Spaniard worth his salt does."

Romulo – Forever at the forefront of Filipino cuisine

"Romulo has made its name as the place where Filipinos from across the city come for their home cooking in the hands of the family."

Wilding Oxford – Wine before food

'There are other great restaurants and there are other good wine bars but the pairing of both of those elements here makes a location for all occasions.'

Bbuona – Italia a Oxford

'Really though, that espresso wouldn’t be complete without a Bbuona cannolo.'

Just Lokma — Oxford’s Turkish dessert location

'All in all, Just Lokma is yet another exciting and interesting addition to international stores and offerings on Cowley Road.'

Pompette — Relaxed, refined, and perfectly French

'Come expecting warmth, authenticity, and a good time. Leave feeling stuffed, satisfied, and delighted.'

The Rose — Afternoon tea on Oxford High Street

'The focus on local suppliers is mightily impressive, as is the sheer amount of cooking and baking that goes on in the kitchen downstairs.'
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