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July Welcome to July in Oxford Summer’s here! Really? Well let’s hope it gets a move on for the fabulous Oxford Shakespeare Company, our cover feature and subject of our lead article. Performing The Merry Wives of Windsor at Wadham College, it sounds as though we are in for a real treat. So make sure you get behind this fantastic organization and get your tickets from the website now. July sees a bumper edition of fantastic reviews. Summer and The Trout go hand in hand, so make sure you get your seat early! We also visit previous Oxfordshire Restaurant Awards Public Vote winner, Pierre Victoire and there are also great reviews for Gurkha Village in Kidlington, The White Hart in Fyfield and The Rose in The High Street in the centre of Oxford. And if that’s not enough, we also have reviews for The Annora Restaurant at The Tree Hotel in Iffley Village and a feature on Real Outdoor Adventures with the fantastic Bushcraft Company. Don’t forget to visit www.vouchoffers.co.uk for our latest fantastic hotel, restaurant and other deals with some great new vouchers added since you last checked out the site including some great value vouchers to see The Merry Wives of Windsor with Oxford Shakespeare Company. Enjoy July and pray for sun! Richard Rosser Editor, In Oxford Magazine

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Lead Article The Merry Wives of Windsor It is testament to the OSC’s excellent productions and audience loyalty that this fantastic organisation survived the floods and return to perform another day, with a brand new production of The Merry Wives of Windsor. We are making a special appeal to the public to please come and give your support to their treasured but endangered open air events. SO even if the summer refuses to come to us, the OSC are determined to bring it to Oxford. The quintessential English garden of Wadham College provides the perfect ambiance for the show, set by director Gemma Fairlie (A Midsummer Night’s Dream 2012) at the annual Windsor Summer Fete. The gardens will be transformed with audience inter active activities including a coconut shy, Pimms tent and tombola and a stellar cast of eleven (eight living actors and three very talented puppets), who will bring Shakespeare’s most uproarious, irreverent and feel-good comedy to life. Think The Great British Bake Off meets Desperate Housewives. How long can the immaculate hair-do’s, perfect cup cakes and pristine tablecloths hide the deceit and spilt tea before the Big Bun Fight begins?! This most accessible of Shakespeare’s comedies was written by the royal command of Elizabeth I who desired to see a play about Falstaff in love - though he remains less the lover and more the loveable rogue! Much like the annual summer fete, the OSC open-air shows are a stalwart and essential part of the Oxford summer. The fact that they go on at all, in the face of pretty consistent adversity (namely the weather) is testament to the OSC and the audience’s shared desire to enjoy the beauty and serenity of our green and pleasant land, not to mention fantastic productions, come rain or shine. The show opens for a one-off performance at the stunning private estate of Cornbury Park in Charlbury, at 2.30pm Sunday 30 June before transferring to Oxford until 16 August. The OSC, now in its 11th year, has a national reputation through its work in Oxford and with the Historic Royal Palaces of the Tower of London, Hampton Court and Kensington, for exceptional open-air and site- specific professional productions. General Information Bookings: 01865 305 305 / ticketsoxford.com Wadham College: 2nd July to 16th August Evenings: Mon-Sat 7.30 pm £17.50 / £22.50 Matinees: Weds & Sats + 23 July 2.30 pm £12.50 / £17.50 Under 5’s Free all performances Previews: 2nd & 3rd July £12.50 all tickets (No performance Sat 20th July. No matinee 24th July) Cornbury Park: 30th June 2.30 pm £15.00 / £20.00 Groups: 1 free ticket for every 10 booked. Groups 10+ please contact OSC on 07775 946062. www.osctheatre.org.uk

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Slapdash Galaxy Friday 5th July: Amazing. Amazing. Everyone who came to see Swamp Juice last year thought it was the best the thing since sliced bread. This new show is another beautiful puppetry extravaganza – which won the Total Theatre Award for Innovation. Two brothers go on a fantastical journey into outer space and gasp with wonder! ‘The best thing I’ve seen here. My seven year old loved it’ Paula, Cornerstone mum. Presented by Bunk Puppets. Time: 7pm Tickets: £10, £8 (concs and members), £32 (family ticket) Ages: 7+

Matt Richardson: Hometown Hero Friday 26th July: Matt has just been announced as the new co-host of the Extra Factor, he’ll be alongside Olly Murs and Caroline Flack. Join this multi award winning comedian, and Didcot native, Matt Richardson for this warm up show before he takes it to Edinburgh and on a national tour. Matt has spent the last couple of years gigging all over world, and supporting Mark Watson and Andi Osho on tour and now he is being unleashed as top of the bill. Time: 8pm Tickets: £14.50, £13 (concs), £12 (members) Ages: 16+

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Theatre Scratch Night 16th July and every 3rd Tuesday of the month: A night of works in progress by local and regional performers. Come and watch or contact us if you have an idea you would like to try out. Want to perform? Contact info@oldfirestation.org.uk with SCRATCH in the subject to request an application form. Tickets: £5 on the door of via www.wegottickets.com Time: 8pm

Red, White and Blue, Casualties of War Friday 19th and Saturday 20th July: Theree responses to war. Red – Afghan teenagers seek refuge from the bloodbath. White – Private Mills, the only person who can help find a missing soldier is refusing to talk. Blue - …a puff of light smoke? Tickets: £19, Concessions £8 via www.oldfirestation.org.uk Time: 7.30pm

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András Schiff Piano Recital Sunday 28th July: SCHUBERT Piano Sonata in G major, D. 894, Piano Sonata in B flat major, D. 960, Please note there is no interval in this recital. Venue: Christ Church Cathedral, Time: 8pm Tickets: £20 £10 (unsighted)

Peter Frankl Piano Recital Monday 29th July: Brahms, Rhapsodies, Op. 79, Schumann, Faschingsschwank aus Wien, Op. 26, Debussy. Images, Book 1 and 2. Estampes. Venue: Holywell Music Room, Time: 8pm Tickets: £20

Stephen Kovacevich Piano Recital Tuesday 30th July: BACH Prelude and Fugue No. 4 in. C sharp minor. Partita No. 4 in D major. Beethoven. Piano Sonata No. 5 in C minor, Op. 10, No. 1. Piano Sonata No. 31 in A flat major, Op. 110. schubert. 12 German Dances, D. 790 (selection). Moment Musicaux No. 6 in A flat major, D. 780. Venue: Christ Church Cathedral, Time: 8pm Tickets: £20 £10 (unsighted)

Young Prodigies Wednesday 31st July: Featuring several highly gifted young pianists, including three Young Scholars of the Lang Lang Foundation:Matthias Hegemann, Johnson Li Zhongxin, Cynthia Maya Bal. Several of the world’s most gifted young pianists – among them a number of scholars of the Lang Lang International Music Foundation – take to the stage at Europe’s oldest custom built music hall. Prepare to be astonished by their extraordinary talent! Please note that there will be no interval during this concert. Venue: Holywell Music Room, Time: 8pm Tickets: £6 no concessions

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The Charivari Agréable ‘Early Music by Candlelight’ Summer Festival 2013 July 2013: Friday 5 July: Sweet Zephyr. Sunday 7 July: Stabat Mater & Salve Regina. Tuesday 9 July: O Dulcis Jesu. Weds 10 July: Eliza in Love. Friday 12 July: Singing in Secret. Sunday 14 July: French Suites. Tues. 16 July: Music for a Mad King. Weds 17 July: Sweet Zephyr. Friday 19 July: Stabat Mater & Salve Regina. Sunday 21 July: Eliza in Love. Tuesday 23 July: French Suites. Friday 26 July: Music for a Mad King. Tuesday 30 July: Singing in Secret. Weds 31 July: Eliza in Love.

The JdP’s 2012-2013 concert season has now ended Details of our 2013-2014 programme will be released shortly Why not join our mailing list? You will be the first to hear about our next season and when tickets are released for sale www.st-hildas.ox.ac.uk/jdp St Hilda’s College, Cowley Place, Oxford, OX4 1DY Tickets: Oxford Playhouse 01865 305 305 More Information: www.st-hildas.ox.ac.uk/jdp

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July 7: Adderbury Ensemble. Simon Lewis (violin) Chris Windass (violin) Rose Redgrave Melchior ( viola) Lisa Cochrane (viola) Jane Fenton (cello) Kath Sharman (cello) Haydn String Quartet op. 20 no.4, Brahms Sextet in G major. July14: John Myerscough (cello) Bach Cello Suites July 21: Tippett String Quartet, Mozart String Quartet in G major K387 Shostakovich String Quartet no.8. July 28: Adderbury Ensemble Viv Mclean (piano) David Lepage (violin) Chris Windass (viola) Katherine Sharman (cello) Andrew Davis (double bass) Schubert Piano Quintet “Trout” £11 adults, £10 full time students, senior citizens and under 16s Free admission to children ages 5 -10 accompanied by an adult (under 5s not permitted entry) Tickets Available at the door or from Oxford Playhouse Tel: 01865 305305 Web: www.coffeeconcerts.com

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OSJ Proms at the Ashmolean Tuesday 2nd July: Each concert in the series takes inspiration from the Museum's collections and is introduced by members of the Ashmolean's curatorial team. Programme: Brahms 4 Songs for female voices, 2 horns and harp, Op. 17; Schubert Auf dem Strom, D. 943 – Orchestrated by John Lubbock; Brahms 12 Songs for female voices, Op. 44; Brahms Serenade No. 2 Op. 16. Conductor: John Lubbock; Soprano: Anna Shackleton; OSJ Ashmolean Voices. Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £25, £10. For 10% discount, quote INO1 when you call the Box Office. Box Office: 0845 680 1926 or www.osj.org.uk

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The Wolverine Based on the celebrated comic book arc, this epic action-adventure takes Wolverine, the most iconic character of the X-Men universe, to modern day Japan. Out of his depth in an unknown world, he will face a host of unexpected and deadly opponents in a life-or-death battle that will leave him forever changed. Vulnerable for the first time and pushed to his physical and emotional limits, he confronts not only lethal samurai steel but also his inner struggle against his own immortality.

Pacific Rim When legions of monstrous creatures, known as Kaiju, started rising from the sea, a war began that would take millions of lives and consume humanity's resources for years on end. To combat the giant Kaiju, a special type of weapon was devised: massive robots, called Jaegers, which are controlled simultaneously by two pilots whose minds are locked in a neural bridge. But even the Jaegers are proving nearly defenseless in the face of the relentless Kaiju.

The World's End 20 years after attempting an epic pub crawl, five childhood friends reunite when one of them becomes hellbent on trying the drinking marathon again. They are convinced to stage an encore by Gary King, a 40-year-old man trapped at the cigarette end of his teens, who drags his reluctant pals to their hometown and once again attempts to reach the fabled pub â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The World's End. As they attempt to reconcile the past and present, they realize the real struggle is for the future, not just theirs but humankind's. Reaching The World's End is the least of their worries.

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Art, Antiques & Museums Christ Church Picture Gallery Temptations to Devotion creating the Italian altarpiece in the Renaissance and Baroque 15 June -14 October 2013 Opening Times July - September (open every day) Mon - Sat: 10.30am - 5pm. Sun: 2pm - 5pm. October - (closed Tuesdays) Mon, Wed - Sat: 10.30am - 1pm & 2 - 4.30pm. Sun: 2pm - 4.30pm. Christ Church, Oxford. Entrance Via Oriel Square. Admission: £3/£2 Tel: 01865 276172 www.chch.ox.ac.uk/gallery

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Stephanie Douet Tuesday 16th July - Sunday 4th August: Artist Stephanie Douet explores historical and contemporary optical trickery, making real images of 'non-real' landscapes with real objects. During her residency at Modern Art Oxford she will make a series of visual experiments that negotiate the real world through photography, using simple means such as mirrors, lenses, shadows and lights to produce complex, illusionary landscapes.

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Steve Whitehead & Paula Zimmermann Recent Paintings Until 25th July: Steve Whitehead & Paula Zimmermann Recent Paintings. Exhibition continues until 19th July 2013Exhibition continues until 19th July 2013. Paula Zimmermann Nipper goes to Hollywood oil on canvas 42 x 42ins

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SES Leaver's Exhibition: Twenty Twenty Vision Until Saturday 6th July: The St Edward’s School leavers’ exhibition will showcase the work of 20 exceptionally talented young artists. This show will demonstrate through Contemporary Art practice how traditional values and techniques in conjunction with the latest technology and concepts, combine in an exhibition which will challenge the senses. Definitely a show not to miss: Degree Level work by Sixth Form students! Admission: Free

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Other Places Friday 12th July – Friday 16th August: Three dynamic young artists – Tom Howse, Lindsey Bull and Gabriella Boyd come together for a group exhibition that takes us in to a painterly world of uncertainty and other places. Let them take you to places where situations, scenes and characters float between the real and unreal, playful and disturbing, everyday and fantastic. Curated by High House Gallery, Caulfield. Opening Times: Tuesday – Saturday, 10am-5pm

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Education Language Schools EF International Language Centre Pullens Lane, OX3 0DT, Headington, Oxford Tel: +44 (0) 1865 759 660 www.ef.co.uk – Facebook: EF Oxford – Twitter: @efoxford EF International Language centres, is a Modern campus with disabled friendly facilities. Situated in the prestigious area, Pullens Lane in Oxford. We offer English courses and University preparation to students from more than 50 countries. Our courses are flexible in length to suit you, from 2 weeks to 52 weeks a year. Our EF Efektatm learning system is widely known to be the most effective way to learn. You are guaranteed to learn faster with our experienced teachers, the latest language technology and interaction with the local culture plus we will help you prepare for and take official language proficiency exams for example, IELTS and Cambridge ESOL, being also an examination centre for the Cambridge exams. EF offers you a complete study experience, including free-time activities and excursions. We arrange accommodation, meals, visa guidance, medical insurance and anything else you can think of, so you are able to just focus on learning and enjoying your course and exciting experience.”

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14 Park End Street, Oxford OX1 1JQ Tel: +44 (0) 1865 724312 Email: carmel@englishinoxford.com Web: www.englishinoxford.com In the centre of Oxford, the Lake School of English offers a professional, dynamic approach to teaching and a supportive environment for learning with intensive courses delivered by well-qualified and experienced teachers. Our students enjoy personal attention, inclusive social activities, comfortable accommodation and lovely self-study facilities. The Lake School is British Council accredited, a Centre of Excellence 2010 - 2012, and a member of Quality English.

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Bloxham School, Bloxham, Banbury OX15 4PE Tel 01295 720222 Web: www.bloxhamschool.com The school offers a supportive, caring and friendly environment that allows those with talent in any area of the school’s life to contribute and to succeed. The school, which is predominately boarding, is fully co-educational. Weekly boarding for the school’s Lower School (11 and 12 year olds) enjoys fantastic and homely facilities. Day pupils are thoroughly integrated within the school and a bus service from many local towns and villages operates for all pupils of the School. Bloxham attaches great importance to the academic quality of its education. It offers a wide range of GCSE and A / AS Level courses. 98% of pupils go to University, including Oxford and Cambridge.

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Oxford City Centre Map Accommodation 1 Burlington House 2 Ethos Hotel 3 YHA 4 River Hotel 5 Randolph Hotel 6 Malmaison Hotel

Attractions 1 Christ Church Picture Gallery 2 Oxford Castl 3 Christ Church College 4 The Ashmolean Museum 5 Carfax Tower 6 Uni Church of St. Mary the Virgin

Blackwells 2 Restaurants 1 Mission Burito 2 Mission Burito 3 Shanghai 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 4 Quod 5 The Perch 6 Wagamama

7 The Red Lion 8 Al-Andalus 9 Pierre Victoire 10 Malmaison 11 The Living Room 12 Cherwell Boathouse

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County Map Around Oxfordshire 1 Didcot Railway Centre 4 Cotswold Wildlife Park 2 Buscot Park & The Faringdon Collection 5 Millets Farm Centre 3 Blenheim Palace 6 Kingston Bagpuize House

Kids Cornerstone Arts 25 Station Road, Didcot, OX11 7NE Tel: 01235 515 144 Web: www.cornerstone-arts.org.

Didcot Girls' School - Girls On Tour Wednesday 17th July: The pupils of Didcot Girls School present an evening of musical hits from Broadway and the West End. Come and enjoy sing-a-long classics alongside some less well known songs. An evening not to be missed, grab your ticket fast to avoid disappointment. Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £7, £4 (concs)

My Brother the Robot Sunday 21st July: Once upon a time in the future…there will be a little girl called Bobbie, who will live with her inventor dad in a house filled with technology. Bobbie will have everything she needs – until one day, she announces that she’s lonely. So Bobbie’s dad invents a special present for her… a robot brother. Bobbie loves playing with her new little brother. But when the robot leads her into danger, who will save them? Time: 2pm Tickets: £8, £6 (concs) Ages: 4+ and adults

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Stagecoach Theatre Arts Oxford Tel: Maya Sprigg 01869 278600. Web: www.stagecoach.co.uk/oxford. Email: oxford@stagecoach.co.uk. We provide quality part-time training in the performing arts for children aged 418yrs. Our aim is to nurture and develop young potential through singing, acting and dance classes in Oxford, stretching young imaginations and building confidence. We provide the right combination of learning and performing, with opportunities for all ages. Open every weekend during term time and workshops during the school holidays, come join the fun!

Create Holiday Club at Oxford Montessori Schools Tel: 01865 358210 Web: www.oxfordmontessori.co.uk/create Email: create@oxfordmontessori.co.uk For children aged 3 to 16. Create Club is different from traditional activity holiday camps. Active, great fun and full of adventure and the emphasis is on creative activities - arts, crafts, drama, dance, singing, music, sports and bush-craft and getting kids into the countryside. It’s educative too with special ‘history alive’ days during most holidays. Also Create staff are trained and qualified teachers. It’s a good mix and gives things a professionalism appreciated by many parents. Joining us for Create is also a great way to learn more about our Montessori schools, the nursery, primary and even senior school environments on offer.

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A haven of creativity and adventure set in the heart of the Cotswold landscape, The Bushcraft Company has to be the most exciting venue for kids Oxfordshire has to offer. If your children have a love of outdoor adventure, or you’d like them to cultivate one, a summer camp with The Bushcraft Company could be just the thing. Residential camps, designed to indulge your child’s inner explorer, are held over the school summer holidays, with children divided into two age groups (7 to 11 and 11 to 15). Held deep in an ancient forest within a private estate, it’s an atmospheric setting to make new friends, learn new skills, sleep under the stars and leave the Xbox behind. With a chance to escape to the wild and discover a world where children can climb trees, cook lunch over a campfire, swim in the lake and spend the evening playing games; summer camps at The Bushcraft Company are the ultimate first adventure. With the option of 3-day or 5-day camps, we have something for every child, whether they are a first-time camper or a survival enthusiast. With years of experience, and an extensive knowledge of the outdoors, we are passionate about giving children unforgettable experiences. After each action-packed day, children will sleep on camp in groups of 8-10, in large single sex bell tents. All meals are freshly prepared on site, and include meat, fish, fruit, vegetables, bread and pasta, as well as plenty of snacks. Typical meals include spaghetti bolognese, roast salmon and lamb kebabs. Our fun-filled summer camps are a great way to keep your children active and entertained during the school holidays. With a wide range of team-based activities available each day, Summer Camps are the perfect place for children to experience new things in a safe, controlled environment and leave with memories which will last a lifetime. With dates available from the 22nd of July to the 30th of August 2013, a taste of adventure is only a few weeks away, but be sure to book early to avoid disappointment! For more information about Summer Camps at The Bushcraft Company have a look at their website www.thebushcraftcompany.com/summercamps or contact them using the details below. The Bushcraft Company Adventure House Wycombe Road Stokenchurch Buckinghamshire HP14 3RR Tel: 03332 000 612 Email: camps@thebushcraftcompany.com www.facebook.com/thebushcraftcompany @BushcraftOnline Summer Camp Prices: 5 Day Summer Camps £349 (inc VAT) 3 Day Summer Camps £199 (inc VAT)

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Tel: 07970 119721. E-mail: mfranke.osteo@googlemail.com. Web: www.monicafranke.com. Established in Oxford for nearly ten years, Monica Franke offers expertise in general osteopathy, sports osteopathy and Pilates, emphasising high standards of communication, diagnosis and treatment. She is recently joined by two associates, Ben Ousey and Angela Power who also offer particular areas of expertise, including sports injuries, cranial osteopathy and mom’s and babies. Franke Osteopathy practitioners enjoy helping people to understand the origin of their aches and strains, and helping them to more pain-free function and improved performance. Visit our website or blog (frankeosteopathy.tumblr.com) to find out more.

Clinic95 – Dental Practice 95 West Way, Botley, Oxford, OX2 9JY Tel: 01865 241662 Web: www.clinic95.com Our experienced dental professionals pride themselves on their gentle approach to dental care. Our aim is to improve your dental wellbeing in friendly, relaxed surroundings with a thorough and unhurried service that is second to none. We offer all the private treatments you would expect, including comprehensive health checks, white fillings and preventive hygiene therapy, as well as an extensive range of cosmetic treatments, such as tooth whitening, implants, porcelain crowns & veneers and orthodontics for a great smile makeover. Nervous patients are particularly welcome at Clinic95 and our reassuring sedation techniques help aid relaxation.

Diamond House - Dental Practice 199 Banbury Road, Oxford OX2 7AR. Tel: 01865 559521. Web: www.diamondhouse.co.uk. It is our aim to provide the highest quality of Dental Care in a relaxed and friendly environment, with the most up to date methods and equipment available. The safety and comfort of our patients is always our primary concern.

TAO Beauty Salon 1st floor, Above The Globe Newsmarket, 99 St Aldates OX1 1BT. Tel: 01865 249347. Web: www.taobeautyoxford.co.uk Established in 1968, Tao offers a wide range of beauty treatments including Dermalogica, St Tropez Airport, Jessica Nail Care, Microdermabrasion, Non Surgical face lifts, and much more. Open: Monday to Saturday.

YogaVenue 2 Avenue Lane, Oxford, OX4 1YF Tel: 01865 245 754 Web: www.yogavenue.co.uk We are Oxford’s only purpose built yoga studio offering classes in Hot Yoga and Vinyasa Yoga, situated at the beginning of Cowley Road. YogaVenue was created to provide a dedicated space for students to study and enjoy their Yoga practice. All our classes aim to enhance conscious living and greater fulfilment in life through the practice of Yoga. Qualified and experienced teachers and welcoming staff will support students during their classes and time at YogaVenue.

Spirit Health Club Woodstock Rd, Oxford OX2 8JD Tel: 01865 888444 Web: www.spirithealthclubs.co.uk We’ll get you going with a free lifestyle consultation and personalised programme. That’s all wrapped up with complimentary towels, toiletries, and a host of great discounts. Feel comfortable and at ease here. With a great, social atmosphere and friendly staff as committed to your long term goals as you are. Whether it’s fitness, relaxation or wellbeing, we’ll help you find your true Spirit.

Bare UK Boars Hill, Oxford, with private parking. Tel: 07773 764817. Web: www.bareuk.co.uk Have you got unwanted hair, leaving you feeling distressed? Well you don’t need to panic any longer, here at Bare UK we specialise in the revolutionary hair reduction method ‘Intense Pulse Light’, a form of laser treatment, designed to remove unwanted hair, so you can now say goodbye to waxing, and hello to smooth skin. After a few treatments with our high grade IPL system you will begin to notice a difference. So visit us at Bare UK today and get rid of those unwanted hairs. Visit www.bareuk.co.uk for further information, or to find out about other treatments.

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Macdonald Randolph Hotel Beaumont Street, Oxford OX1 2LN. Tel: 01865 256400. Web: www.macdonald-hotels.co.uk/randolph.

Oxford's leading hotel - The AA Five star Macdonald Randolph - is situated in the heart of the city opposite the world famous Ashmolean Museum. Built in 1864 and recently refurbished, the hotel offers each guest the highest level of comfort and service in a traditional and welcoming environment. The location makes the Macdonald Randolph Hotel an ideal base for exploring the historic sights of Oxford or the thriving shopping centre just two minutes walk away.

The Manor Hotel

The Manor at Weston-on-the-Green, Oxfordshire, OX25 3QL Tel: 1869 350621 www.themanorweston.com The Manor at Weston-on-the-Green nestles in the heart of the Cotswolds. Proud of its 900-year-old history, the Manor is today a country house hotel, opening its doors to guests who seek a truly relaxed escape, with fine food, fine wine and beautiful, fascinating surroundings.We invite you to treat our hotel as your home: we do not stand on ceremony here. Explore our house and gardens, take a dip in the pool or a walk in the grounds. Our doors are open and we invite you in. Welcome to the Manor at Westonon-the-Green.

Conifers Guest House 116 The Slade, Headington Oxford OX3 7DX Tel: 01865 763055 Web: www.conifersguesthouse.co.uk A 4 star Guest Accomodation located in Headington area of Oxford, Conifers offers en-suite bedrooms with free Wi- Fi internet access, flat screen multichannel TV’s and free parking.

River hotel

Botley Road, Oxford, OX2 0AA. Tel: (01865) 243475 Guests: 249756 Fax: 724306 Web: www.riverhotel.co.uk Email: reception@riverhotel.co.uk • Excellent City location by River Thames, originally an 1870’s Master-builder’s home, College owned property, On ‘Thames walk’ at Osney bridge. Lawn to riverbank. Residents bar. • 20 bedrooms with own bathroom, direct dial telephone, hot beverage tray, T.V. clock radio, hairdryer, free WiFi on site. • Car park/CCTV on site - free for residents. Sat Nav via Mill st. OX2 0AJ. 1 mile to A34 ring road west at Seacourt on A420. • 24-hour access for registered residents. Close-down by midnight. Airport arrival late check-in request only if pre-arranged. Daytime left luggage/car parking service available after 11am check-out. • VisitBritain ** Metro Hotel grading, breakfast service only. “Large enough to be comfortable, small enough to be friendly”

YHA 2a Botley Rd, Oxford OX2 0AB. Tel: 01865 727275. Web: www.yha.org.uk. The best value budget accommodation in town. Centrally located with en-suite rooms, breakfast buffet, bar and Great British menu, YHA Oxford redefines what you can expect from a hostel. We offer 24 hr access, internet access, luggage store and private rooms all 5 minutes walk from the city centre.

The Beetle and Wedge Ferry Lane Moulsford-on-Thames, Oxfordshire OX10 9JF Tel: 01491 651381 Web: www.beetleandwedge.co.uk Set on the banks of the River Thames immortalised in 'The Wind in the Willows' and Jerome K Jerome's chronicled escapades of his friends' visits in 'Three Men in a Boat', the Boathouse Restaurant emphasis is on quality of food, wines and service. The older part of our beautiful old beamed Boathouse offers our famous open charcoal grill where delicacies are created before your very eyes. Join us and enjoy the tranquillity and peace of a beautiful riverside setting for relaxed dining.

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The Feathers Hotel Market Street, Woodstock, Oxfordshire OX20 1SX Tel: 01993 812 291 Web: www.feathers.co.uk

The Feathers Hotel is an inviting country retreat that combines historic charm with a fun personality. Named Oxfordshire’s Restaurant of the Year 2012, it currently holds the Guinness World Record for the largest collection of gin (167 varieties). “The Gin Experience” menu is £75 per person for seven courses.

Burlington House Hotel

374 Banbury Road, Oxford, OX2 7PP Tel: 01865 513 513 Web: www.burlington-hotel-oxford.co.uk Nestling in leafy Oxford, a short bus ride away from the bustling City Centre, Burlington House offers high quality and peaceful luxury bed & breakfast accommodation to Oxford’s many visitors. Burlington Guest House has been consistently awarded the highest accommodation rating and is now Five Stars Highly Commended under the new AA scheme. Burlington House has been recommended by both the Which? Guide to Good Hotels and its sister publication, the Which? Guide to Good Bed & Breakfasts.

Royal Oxford Hotel Park End Street, Oxford OX1 1HR. Tel: 01865 248432 Web: www.royaloxfordhotel.co.uk

The Royal Oxford Hotel is a Non Smoking Property located 2 minutes walk to the bus and train stations and offers: * Air conditioned bedrooms * Free wireless network throughout the hotel * Spacious and well appointed accommodation * Complementary water and selection of fresh fruit in all bedrooms * Tourist Information Within easy reach of the train station and the centre of Oxford.

Hawkwell House

Church Way, Iffley Village, Oxford, OX4 4DZ Tel: 01865 749988 Web: www.hawkwellhouse.co.uk If you are looking for a hotel near Oxford or a wedding venue in Oxfordshire, there are few better-placed than Hawkwell House Hotel, which offers comfortable rooms in Iffley Village. The Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty has something for everyone, including beautiful English villages, a wealth of National Trust stately homes and gardens, and for children, the Cotswolds Wildlife Park and Gardens.

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Restaurants Shanghai 30’s

82 St. Aldates, Oxford OX1 1RA. Tel: 01865 242230. Web: www.shanghai30s.com. Situated in this 15th century building, Shanghai 30's cuisine is based on the both classic and contemporary dishes of Shanghai and the surrounding areas - Shaoxing and Yangchow, but also includes some of the most popular dishes from Sichuan, Peking and Canton. Shanghai 30’s is the perfect place for a romantic meal or a private function.

Rice Box

Asian

178 Cowley Road, Oxford, OX4 1UE. Tel: 01865 202138. Web: www.riceboxrestaurant.co.uk. Located perfectly in amongst the hustle and bustle of Cowley Road, Rice Box is the place to go to if you want quick service, delicious food and a welcoming smile. Rice Box has a wide selection of dishes, including Chinese, Malaysian, Japanese and Thai.

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4500 Miles From Delhi

40-41 Parkend Street, Oxford, OX1 1JD. Tel: 01865 244 922 Web: www.4500miles.co.uk Not just another 'up market' Indian restaurant, quite literally 4500 Miles from Delhi, the restaurant offers diners an ingenious fusion of Asian herbs, spices, fresh meat and vegetables. Styled to suit the taste of the municipal connoisseurs, 4500 Miles from Delhi is the ideal spot from which to commence or complete the perfect evening. We have created a place that is relaxing and comfortable.

Jee Saheb

Asian

15 North Parade Avenue, Oxford, OX2 6LX Tel: (01865) 513773 Web: www.jeesaheb.co.uk With our restaurant we have created an ambience that will make you feel relaxed and welcomed. Our key aim is to use fresh produce and source it from local suppliers where possible. We offer no fuss, just classic Asian cuisine. You can enjoy our food in a main dining room, with a party of friends in our function room with a capacity of 28, or if the weather permits in our garden.

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Majliss is run by veteran restauranteurs from the Sylhet region of Bangladesh. The decor is stunning and contemporary, and the food delicious. Lively and great for groups, but perfect for romantic nights out as well. Take advantage of our takeaway service, too.

110 Cowley Road, Oxford OX4 1JE Tel: 01865 726728 Web: www.majliss.co.uk

Gurkha Village

174 Oxford Road OX5 1EA Kidlington Tel: 01865 378180 / 01865 608572 Web: www.gurkhavillagekidlington.co.uk Gurkha Village is the modern Nepalese Restaurant and Bar with picturesque enclosed beer garden including children’s play area at the rear. Our Restaurant is fully fledged dining and drinking institution with first class reputation for gastronomy and hospitality. Our talented chefs mainly use locally sourced fresh quality ingredients to create a memorable authentic Nepalese and Indian food.

Annora Restaurant

Asian

63 Church Way, Iffley Village, OX4 4EY Tel: 01865 775974 Web: www.treehotel.co.uk The Award-winning Annora Restaurant is a charming pub restaurant with specialist European and Indian head chefs, championing wonderful food from around the world using the freshest ingredients, with excellent service and a warm and welcoming atmosphere

Malikas

Asian

218 Cowley Road, Oxford, OX4 1UQ. Tel: 01865 723 029 Web: www.malikasrestaurant.co.uk In the middle of the buzzing area of Cowley Road, you will find Malikas, which guarantees a superior Indian cuisine experience! Modern decor, which seats 70, but still the atmosphere is cozy and relaxing.

Cockadoo

Asian

Nuneham Courtenay Oxfordshire, OX44 9NX. Telephone: 01865 341 030. Web: www.cockadoo.co.uk. Cockadoo Bar & Restaurant invites you to experience sophisticated fine dining in a luxurious yet relaxing environment. The staff will ensure the highest levels of standard throughout your experience at Cockadoo. Far Eastern cuisine at its finest, why not visit soon?

Rigoletto - Ristorante Italiano

Asian

Bicester Road, Middleton Stoney, OX25 4TD. Tel: 01869 343216 Web: www.rigolettorestaurant Situated on the Bicester Road close to Middleton Stoney, the restaurant is set in idyllic surroundings with ample car parking. Serving a varied menu of Italian dishes and an excellent selection of wines, Rigoletto is recognised as one of the areas fine restaurants.

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Loch Fyne Bar and Grill 55 Walton Street, Oxford, OX2 6AE Tel: 01865 292510 Web: www.lochfyne.com Loch Fyne started with one inspirational idea – to grow oysters in the clear, fertile waters of Loch Fyne – and has developed into a cluster of businesses whose success is built on an honest approach to superb quality food.

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Restaurants

The Bear & Ragged Staff

28 Appleton Road, Cumnor OX2 9QH. Tel: 01865 862329. Web: www.bearandraggedstaff.com The Inn boasts a beautiful restaurant and 16th century bar restored to its stunning original glory. The dining menu features traditional English country cooking with a smattering of international dishes. The quintessential British love of game seems to be under-represented in Oxford, so The Bear is putting that right.

Pierre Victoire

Game

9 Little Clarendon St, Oxford OX1 2HP. Tel: 01865 316616. Web: www.pierrevictoire.co.uk. Enjoy our authentically cooked, traditional dishes in an informal environment at reasonable prices, the way the French do… Choose from a variety of fixed price menus, which we change with the seasons, focusing on local, fresh produce! We offer a 3 course lunch or early Pre Theatre supper for £9.90 and an evening 3 course French Prix Fixe for £19.90! We love parties whether its Christenings,Birthdays,Graduations or even Retirements,offer an incredible £18.50 menu, and can cater for groups up to 60 ...! Rustic and friendly, with lots of candles, providing great food, value and service!

Al-Andalus 10 Little Clarendon Street, Oxford OX1 2HP. Tel: 01865 516688. Web: www.tapasoxford.co.uk. Situated on vibrant, centrally located Little Clarendon Street, Al-Andalus is a stylish and bustling Spanish tapas bar. Independently - owned, it serves delicious, freshly- prepared and authentic Spanish tapas dishes. In addition to the high quality of its cuisine and friendly service, Al-Andalus offers a lively and informal atmosphere, further enhanced on Friday and Saturday evenings by live and exhilarating Sevillanas dance shows. Open: Mon to Thur 12am-3pm & 5pm till late, Fri-Sun 12pm till late.

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Quod Brasserie & Bar

92-94 High Street, Oxford OX1 4BN. Tel: 01865 202505. Web: www.quod.co.uk. On Oxford’s famous High, Quod Brasserie with its terrace and bar forms the hub of The Old Bank Hotel. Formerly a banking hall, it was transformed by Jeremy Mogford to become Oxford’s largest and most successful restaurant. There is a huge outdoor terrace, and parking is not a problem. Open all day for breakfast, the famously good value two course set lunch, afternoon tea and dinner, this stylish, busy, bustling brasserie serves simply designed, unpretentious, robust food.

LA Cucina

Contemporary

39-40 St. Clements, Oxford, OX4 1AB Tel: 01865 793811 Web: www.lacucinaoxford.co.uk The open kitchen allows customers to see chefs at work, tossing pizza and preparing daily specials from 11am - 10.30pm. The menu changes seasonally and caters for all - families and those looking for an authentic italian dining experience in relaxed surroundings. Open front in Summer months.

Italian

The Chequers at Burcot Abingdon Road, Burcot, Oxon. OX14 3DP. Tel: 01865-407771 Web: www.thechequers-burcot.co.uk A roaring fire and friendly staff welcome you to The Chequers and along with the opulent décor it is a perfect blend of contemporary and classic styles with a cosy and inviting atmosphere. The 400 year old Chequers at Burcot standing just off the A415 about 5 miles south of Oxford has come a long way since multi-awardwinning chef Steven Sanderson first took the reins in 2006.

The Beetle and Wedge

Traditional

Ferry Lane Moulsford-on-Thames, Oxfordshire OX10 9JF Tel: 01491 651381 Web: www.beetleandwedge.co.uk The Restaurant offers a warm and friendly atmosphere and a magical combination of fabulous food, an idyllic location and great service - our mission is to ensure your time with us is as enjoyable as possible. Families are important to us at The Beetle & Wedge Boathouse and children are always welcome, we can adapt our menus to suit most tastes and provide highchairs where necessary. If you have any special requirements please contact us.

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Macdonald Randolph Hotel

English Cuisine

Beaumont Street, Oxford OX1 2LN. Tel: 01865 256410. Web: www.macdonald-hotels.co.uk/randolph. The restaurant at the Macdonald Randolph Hotel has recently just won its second AA rosette for its cuisine and features contemporary menus in an unrivalled setting with fabulous views of the city. If a more relaxed atmosphere is desired for a quiet drink then the Morse Bar provides a peaceful environment in which you can relax and unwind in after a busy day - it was a firm favourite with the cast and crew of Inspector Lewis..

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Fallowfields Hotel & Restaurant Kingston Bagpuize with Southmoor, Oxfordshire, OX13 5BH Tel: 01865 820 416 Web: www.fallowfields.com The restaurant at Fallowfields is renowned for serving excellent food prepared using only the finest fresh produce. Our Head Chef, Matt Weedon last year was number 45 in the Sunday Times top 100'Restaurants Awards and, previously gained a Michelin star at Glrnnap Castle and Lords of the Manor. Seasonal fruit, vegetables and herbs are grown in the hotel’s kitchen gardens and orchards and whenever possible meat and poultry is sourced from our own farm. The restaurant faces south to overlook the hotel’s croquet lawn and offers the perfect ambience.

Cherwell Boathouse

Contemporary

Bardwell Road, Oxford OX2 6ST Tel: 01865 552746 Web: www.cherwellboathouse.co.uk Beautifully located by the river Cherwell. Fine food and renowned wine list (2010 Fine Wine list of the Year) Open lunch and dinner 7 days a week Marquee and terrace available for private hire. Week day lunch menu available 2 courses from £13.50. Al fresco dining available.

Browns

Contemporary

5-11 Woodstock Rd, Oxford, OX2 6HA Tel: 01865 511995 Web: www.browns-restaurants Browns in Oxford was the second of this famous group of restaurants to open in 1976. Standing proudly, and rightfully so, being one of the finest restaurants Oxfordshire has to offer, Browns cannot go unnoticed. Stylish branded awnings line the front of the restaurant while a tall stretch of windows beneath entices and invites walkers by to get a glimpse and taste of what Browns has to offer.

The Trout

Contemporary

The Trout Godstow Road, Wolvercote, Oxford, OX2 8PN. Tel: 01865 510 930. Web: www.thetroutoxford.co.uk The Trout in Lower Wolvercote is genuinely part of the rich tapestry that is Oxford life. With a large terrace looking out onto the river Thames, it is easy to see why The Trout is the pub of dreams; from Lewis Carroll to CS Lewis you can understand why so many people love to sit outside on a summers day with a lovely glass of wine or a chilled beer and watch the fast moving waters.

Traditional

The Big Bang 42 Oxford Castle Quarter, Oxford, OX1 1AY Tel: 01865 249 413 Web: www.thebigbangrestaurants.co.uk The Big Bang is the true gastronomic experience of Great Britain; classic favourites done with a bit of style. We source almost everything from within 20 miles of the city and in doing so, we allow you to taste the authentic flavours of Oxford, not a chain restaurant version of it. We also throw in the best of our art, of local live music, all served up in the prettiest corner of town, the Oxford Castle Quarter.

Gee’s Restaurant & Bar

61 Banbury Road, Oxford OX2 6PE. Tel: 01865 553540. Web: www.gees-restaurant.co.uk. Gee's, the Oxford restaurant where locals and visitors meet for lunch, dinner, or drinks, brings together simplicity, generosity and hospitality. We serve traditional British food in comfortable, contemporary surroundings. Gee's is a modern bistro offering diners value for money, satisfying seasonal food and a great choice of wines by the glass and carafe.

The Old Parsonage

Traditional

1 Banbury Road, Oxford, OX2 6NN. Tel: 01865 292305. Web: www.oldparsonage-hotel.co.uk. Our philosophy at The Parsonage is simple: to serve the very best of British food using the very best produce to create superb traditional dishes. Our classic British menu includes seasonal food that will appeal to everyone, from roast partridge with bread sauce to scampi and chips with sauce gribiche, smoked haddock with buttered jersey royals and poached eggs and treacle tart. It is classic British fare prepared with skill and care using the finest ingredients.

The Red Lion

Traditional

The Red Lion 14 Gloucester Street, Oxford, OX1 2BN Tel: 01865 726 255 Web: www.redlionoxford.co.uk Our menu changes with the seasons and is modern British, comfortably interwoven with some Mediterranean influences. It ranges from traditional favourites such as fish and chips and steaks to freshly made pizzas and pastas with the chef’s daily specials showcasing the finest market fresh ingredients. There’s something for everyone and for all occasions too.

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Restaurants Old Swan & Minster Mill

School Hill, Minster Lovell, Witney, Oxfordshire OX29 0RN Tel: 01993 774 441 Web: www.oldswanandminstermill.com The Old Swan captures the charm of bygone years, throw in a good measure of modern convenience, add to it the laid-back atmosphere of the gastro-pub inspired dining room and log-fired bar and you’ll feel like there’s no place like it. The setting couldn’t be more romantic if it tried.

Traditional

Modern Art Oxford Café Bar 30 Pembroke Street, Oxford OX1 1BP. Tel: 01865 722733 Web: www.modernartoxford.org.uk/about-us/cafe-and-bar/ Modern Art Oxford’s new Café Bar has been designed to perk you up whatever the time of day. Our coffee is supplied and selected by the Monmouth Coffee Company and our wine list compiled by the Oxford Wine Company. We stock a range of local brews including our very own beer Plot 16, grown on our allotment in Rose Hill. Our changing seasonal menu and relaxing atmosphere make an ideal place to meet.

Cafe Loco

Café

The Old Palace, 85/87 St Aldates, Oxford OX1 1RA. Tel: 01865 200959. Web: www.goingloco.com. Just two minutes walk from Carfax Tower is Cafe Loco, with such delights as stunning coffee, sumptuous Eggs Benedict, Full English, homemade Specials, Scones, Teacakes and Full Afternoon Tea, it’s a wonder you haven’t been!!!!!!! Introducing NEW business lunch delivery service. For details info@goingloco.com.

Café

Crisis Skylight Cafe at The Old Fire Station 40 George Street, Oxford, OX1 2AQ Tel: 01865 263 972 The Oxford Skylight Café is open to the public daily from 9am to 5pm Monday to Saturday. It serves freshly ground coffees, teas and cakes as well as a range of home cooked food prepared from fresh, local produce. There are daily specials (including a vegetarian option) a range of sandwiches, hot pannini's, baked potatoes, fresh salads and the famous fireman's breakfast served all day!

Café

Angels Little Clarendon Street, Oxford. OX1 2HS Tel: 01865 544244 Web: www.angelsbar.co.uk

Step into Angels and journey through cocktail history. Choose between the first vintage mixes or new trends perfected in the Angels laboratry, all carefully crafted by our expert bartenders.

Nightlife

The House

Blue Boar Street, Oxford OX1 4EE. Tel: 01865 724433. Web: www.housebar.co.uk. Email: private@housebar.co.uk The House cocktail bar is Oxford’s secret place for those in the know. Nestled down Wheatsheaf Yard, just off High Street, it offers a sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle in what can only be described as an interior which boasts style, sophistication and class. The Games Room is available.

Duke of Cambridge

Nightlife

5-6 Little Clarendon St, Oxford OX1 2HP. Tel: 01865 558173. Web: www.dukebar.com. The Duke is Oxford’s oldest and most established cocktail bar and has been serving classic and contemporary cocktails for over twenty five years. At 33ft, The Duke boasts the longest bar in Oxford, and the mahogany focal point is certainly impressive.

Gatineau

Nightlife

209 Banbury Road, Summertown, Oxford. OX2 7HQ Tel: 01865 311 779Web: www.gatineau.uk.com Situated in the upmarket Summertown area of Oxford, Gatineau patisserie offers the finest artisan produce in the French/ European patisserie and boulangerie tradition: premium cakes, pastries, savouries and bread - all made with the highest quality ingredients, creative flair, taste combinations and attention to detail.

Patisserie

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Restaurant Review

In Oxford’s High Street sits one of the oldest established tea houses in the country. Run by two charming brothers, Engl (General Manager) and Head Chef Jay, The Rose has developed an excellent loyal customer base but is equally popular with visitors to Oxford who find its location perfect for breakfast, lunch or tea whilst touring Oxford’s colleges and the Botanic Garden. Although The Rose has an excellent reputation for tea and especially Jay’s delicious freshly baked scones (they are baked fresh up to every two hours), breakfast and lunch are becoming very popular to the extent that Jay admits he has to turn customers away, “most weekends we have to turn away up to 40 customers a day, which isn’t great but it shows we must be doing something right!” Engl also admits that the success of The Rose has exceeded their expectations, to the extent that the hope of opening in the evenings has become more of a reality sooner rather than later, explains Engl, “We originally hoped to open in the evenings later this summer but it is likely we will be opening from 6pm to 10pm as early as July. We will be announcing this on the website as soon as we have confirmed everything, but we are almost there. We have had some unexpected success with private parties so we are very confident with the demand during the days and our success with private parties that evenings will be equally popular.” So what does ex Wadham College sous chef Jay keep his customers coming back for? “Our cuisine is French with fresh and organic ingredients. The food is fresh and when it’s gone, it’s gone! The menu is short and fresh and seems to work. The restaurant is relatively small with approximately 60 covers so freshness is key.” The organic theme dominates the menu, with ‘The All Organic Traditional English’ sounding delicious, especially as an American customer’s very own order of the same dish passes by our table mid interview – not only did it look great but it smelt delicious!” The menu underlines the simple but effective approach taken by Head Chef Jay and with The Rose Organic Salmon Fishcakes and Chargrilled Free Range Chicken particularly taking my eye. Mind you, the Organic Beef Burger, the wide range of Ciabattas, the mouthwatering desserts…… where do you stop?!?!? It all looks so good and as the dishes continue to waft past us, it’s a wonder we didn’t just sit tight for the day and try and get through the whole menu! Make sure The Rose is on your list the next time you’re in town! 51 High St Oxford OX1 4AS Tel: 01865 244429 Web: the-rose.biz

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Restaurant Review

Little Clarendon Street is one of Oxfordshire’s most cosmopolitan streets with bars aplenty and a good selection of restaurants, but you’d be hard pressed to find a better restaurant in the whole of Oxfordshire than Pierre Victoire. Winner of the inaugural Oxfordshire Restaurant Awards Public Vote, this smart French restaurant is a banker when it comes to quality of food, great atmosphere and value for money – an extremely difficult ‘tricolor’ achievement. It really is a shame that the restaurant can’t adorn the trottoir in front of the restaurant with al fresco dining, but, as the name suggests, Little Clarendon Street isn’t big enough! We had the pleasure of our 16 year old son’s company on a rare night out, and Ed is hard to please when it comes to food, I can tell you! But as soon as the fresh bread was served, Ed savoured every morsel. Tina and I chose the pan fried tuna steak served with roasted vegetables and sunblush tomato dressing from the specials board, whilst Ed selected the meatballs from the main menu. I’ve never had a tuna steak like it. For a starter, it was ideal in size, but moist, tasty and beautifully presented. I had to pass comment to our ever attentive floor manager (who was excellent by the way), who promised to pass on our compliments to the chef. Ed devoured the meatballs and assured me they were ‘safe’ which I presume means good in ‘16 year old speak’. For the main event, Tina stayed loyal to the specials board, choosing the oven baked poussin set on a gratin dauphinois, sautéed mushrooms and haricots verts with a truffle jus. Tina was as enamoured with this as her starter. I went for the Escalope de Porc, flambéed in Calvados and served on spring greens, with a prune and cream sauce. For £12.50, it’s simply remarkable value. A night out with the parents can be a bit of a chore for a 16 year old, so Ed was determined to make hay. He plumped for the Filet de Bœuf, an Oxfordshire fillet steak served with parmentier potatoes, roasted tomato, mushrooms & haricots verts, and a Béarnaise sauce – and for good measure, even though it was an ‘or’ on the menu, Ed had ‘red wine jus’ as well! He loved it – including both sauces! We had to leave it there… no we didn’t! We had dessert….and it was very good! I was talked into the Apricot Frangipane with Amaretto chantilly and Ed had the Praline Cheesecake with a bitter ganache. In the words of a 16 year old, Pierre Victoire is safe, very safe! Make sure you get along soon – but just to be on the really ‘safe’ side, make sure you book! Review by Richard Rosser 9 Little Clarendon St Oxford OX1 2HP Tel: 01865 316 616 Web: www.pierrevictoire.co.uk

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Restaurant Review

The White Hart in Fyfield is without doubt one of the best gastro-restaurants in Oxfordshire, but what makes this even more notable is that the husband and wife owner team had never previously owned a restaurant and Mark had never cooked professionally before! This goes to show what a combination of obvious natural talent, good taste and boundless enthusiasm can do when given free reign culminating in an exceptional evening and a ‘must return’ conclusion. With an interesting history going back many hundreds of years, The White Hart has clearly been at the centre of village life for generations. Mark and Kay took the property on eight years ago, and have clearly invested a lot of time and effort in bringing the restaurant up to a very high standard. Kay is very much the face of the restaurant, and greeted us with a warm smile and took the time to introduce us to the menu, of which she was clearly proud. Whilst not hugely extensive, the menu is varied and well put together, with the emphasis on seasonal and local produce. After taking our order, we were served with an 'amusebouche', or little gift from the kitchen, along with some home-made breads - most of which were imaginative and very good which set the tone for the meal itself. For starters, we chose the home-cured gravadlax with cucumber salad and pan-fried pigeon breast on a caramelised red onion tart with local wild garlic, both of which were full of flavour. The main courses were of a good size, but what struck us was the enterprise and sophistication with which they had been put together. My wife had pan-fried cod, which can often be quite bland, but not on this occasion. What lifted this dish was the unusual choice of home-made piccalilli as the main accompaniment. The pickled vegetables and creamy mustard source mixed perfectly, and brought out the flavour of the fish. The other main course choice was a house favourite – Cotswold lamb with moussaka – and no wonder why. The dessert choice was well-balanced, with a nice mix of the sort of traditional dishes that you would expect to see on a gastro-pub menu. However, the real stand out dish was a really inventive dessert of blood orange and beetroot panna cotta with candied oranges. This was absolutely delicious, and I hope it will become a house signature dish for a future visit. The wine list was well constructed and we found a nice white to go with the fish, and a herby and rich Rioja, which worked well with the pigeon and lamb. Like everything else with the meal, the end of dinner coffee was excellent, and served with a tiny chocolate macaroon, which rounded the meal off perfectly. With a glass of wine, water and coffees, the meal worked out at just under £40 per person, which represents excellent and exceptional value for a meal of this quality. A visit to The White Hart is a must. I must add that this was a Restaurant Awards review, so our identities were not known until the end of the meal, so this was as genuine an experience as you can get. Full marks to Kay and Mark for a great experience and a wonderful meal. Main Road, Fyfield, Abingdon, OX13 5LW Tel: 01865 390585 Web: www.whitehart-fyfield.com

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Restaurant Review

The Old Parsonage Restaurant serves the very best of British food using the finest produce to create superb traditional dishes. The classic seasonal menu will appeal to everyone - expect lobster and saffron tart, watercress soup with cucumber relish or a plate of British charcuterie, followed by either rib of Rofford lamb, braised baby gem and broad beans or whole Dover sole, seaweed butter and Jersey royals. There is a good selection of dishes on the menu to suit different tastes and pockets. Situated at the end of St Giles my friend and I entered the Parsonage via the elegant candlelit terrace of this stone building dating back to 1660. The bar and restaurant are painted Russian red and covered with original cartoons and portraits. The fire was lit, the atmosphere was buzzing, the staff friendly and knowledgeable. To start, I ordered heritage tomatoes with goats curd and my friend, quail and foie gras with pickled rhubarb. Main courses arrived in the form of ashed cerney soufflé with green salad and the Old Parsonage fillet steak sandwich, which came with confit shallots and dressed leaves. Both were delicious and cooked perfectly. Our waitress recommended the Bourgogne Chardonnay and a Spanish Rioja to accompany the steak. The waitress informed us that fish and shellfish arrive several times a week from Brixham and Jersey. Beef, lamb and pork come from owner Jeremy Mogford’s Oxfordshire farm, giving them complete traceability. Puddings, an apple tarte fine with cinnamon ice cream and a plateful of English cheese with fresh figs ended the meal perfectly. The Parsonage has atmosphere in bucket loads and is clearly popular. You can just have a drink at the bar if you don’t want to eat. We both agreed that we would come for afternoon tea within the week. There is a set lunch and early supper menu which is popular with regulars, and if weather permits, you can dine outside on the elegant, sheltered terrace where tables are always laid in fine weather. 1 Banbury Rd Oxford OX2 6NN Tel: 01865 310210 Web: www.oldparsonage-hotel.co.uk

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Restaurant Review

The Tree hotel, snuggled in Oxford’s leafy Iffley Village, has quiz nights, ladies’ nights and curry nights, but offers something extra special on a Sunday- an international buffet that truly lives up to its name. International in every sense of the word, the sheer variety is enough to make your mouth water before you’ve even started eagerly piling up your plate. This is a real dining extravaganza, with a buffet and carvery offering a carefully chosen selection of authentic dishes from around the world. Whether you're a carnivore, a fish lover or a vegetarian, and whether you have a particular penchant for a classic English roast with roast potatoes, Yorkshire puddings and vegetables, an Indian curry with poppadoms and lime pickle, Chinese noodles with prawn crackers or an Italian pasta oozing with cheese, your tastes will be more than satisfied. If you’re feeling adventurous, mix and match them together- these dishes enhance and complement each other perfectly. Highlights include the beautifully poached fish with fragrant saffron butter and the delicious Saag Gosht (lamb and spinach curry). Before all that, you could start off with soup and/or salads- even these are impressively wide-ranging, with ingredients including pineapple, seafood and bacon as well as classics such as mozzarella and tomato. If you still have some room afterwards, a dessert of particular note (from yet another wide-ranging list) is the white chocolate and amaretto soufflé, which looked and tasted exquisite. A perfect choice for chocoholics. You can even choose where to eat it all- for a special occasion there’s the restaurant area, on a relaxed Sunday afternoon you can chill out in the bar area, and on a sunny day there’s the lovely secluded garden and patio, which, with its play area, is ideal for families. It may be a cliché to say there's something for everyone, but nowhere can that saying be more true than at the Tree hotel. Make sure you set aside a Sunday, bring your family and friends, and turn up hungry so you can try as many dishes as possible. You'll be filling up your plate again and again (that’s the beauty of a buffet, after all). Managing director Kavita Pal stresses the importance of keeping customers happy (especially during a recession) by offering good quality service, good value for money and ‘a varied selection of high quality food.’ Tick, tick and tick. An international buffet may be an ambitious concept but here it is a unique and memorable triumph. 63 Church Way, Iffley Village, Oxford, OX4 4EY 01865 775974 Web: iffley.treehotel.co.uk

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Restaurant Review

The Trout is one of Oxford's iconic eating places. I am reliably-informed by friends who were studying in Oxford in the late 1960s and early 70s, that The Trout was a favourite haunt for students - walking, cycling, jogging or even punting down the river to enjoy a beer or three. The Trout is also clearly popular with visitors. On the night that we were there, it wasn't just the serving staff that was international, as we heard a myriad of languages and accents. Many were obviously familiar with The Trout's illustrious literary and TV connections. You are left in little doubt that the restaurant had featured in many of Colin Dexter's works with his eponymous heroes, Morse and Lewis. Messrs Thaw, Whately and Fox certainly unravelled many complicated criminal trails whilst enjoying a beer, overlooking the water from the restaurant's large outdoor terrace. In good weather, the terrace packs out quickly meaning that there is frequently a wait for tables. Even on a relatively quiet Monday evening most of the tables were occupied, and we were pleased that we had reserved a table using the restaurant's highly efficient online booking system. As far as the food itself is concerned, it's quite difficult to pigeon-hole or categorise The Trout's menu with clear Mediterranean, Italian and Asian influences on the. As starters, we had soft-shelled crab and calamari in a tempura batter, and bresola with mozzarella and beetroot, both of which were first class. For the main courses, we opted to have fish off the 'specials' menu. My wife had the butterfly-filleted trout with mozzarella-couscous, roasted garlic and cherry tomatoes. I was sceptical how the combination of fish and cheese would work, but surprisingly it did. I had the baked pollock with chorizo and a tomato salsa verde. Again, both dishes were excellent, presented expertly with a smile! For dessert we opted for the delicious Italian vanilla and chocolate 'gelato'. We enjoyed an excellent Spanish Chardonnay and a Chilean Sauvignon Blanc during the meal and coffee post-dinner. The Trout is a warhorse of a restaurant. Every time I visit it gets better. The staff are friendly and engaging, the restaurant itself is full of character – you could visit ten times and not be in the same room once – and the churning river passing by the terrace on a summer’s day is enough to stir the child in all of us, waiting, hoping for a glimpse of that elusive trout. Words can’t really describe The Trout. It has everything, and more. So you must go, again, and again, and again. My word it’s worth it!

Godstow Road, Wolvercote, Oxford, OX2 8PN Web: www.thetroutoxford.co.uk

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Restaurant Review

Gurkha Village I admit, I really didn’t know what to expect when I was asked to visit Gurkha Village in Kidlington. Being a South Oxford boy anything north of the ring-road seems like a long way away. However, by the end of the evening I was delighted I made the journey! Gurkha Village is an old pub transformed into a contemporary Nepalese restaurant, conveniently located on the main road through the centre of Kidlington. It has a large parking area and a garden at the back where children can run around, and with two dining areas and a comfortable bar can cater equally well for large parties and intimate couples on a romantic evening out in a relaxing and friendly atmosphere. If you are wondering what Nepalese food is, then think of all the taste and delicious sauces of Indian cuisine, but leaning more towards the delicate flavours of Himalayan spices. The Gurkha Village menu was well laid out with a very good range of Nepalese vegetarian and meat-dishes under the starters and house specials sections alongside the familiar ‘Indian’ curries. If there is too much choice, then there is a helpful and great value limited menu offering three courses for £13. My vegetarian guest and I opted for a range of starters to share, not one of which was disappointing – deliciously succulent Vegetable Momo dumplings with a ground chutney dip, a spicy and flavourful pan-fried Vegetable Puri served on a puri bread (almost big enough for a main!), and crunchy deep fried Pakora with mint sauce. For mains I can highly recommend the Chef’s Special Masu Farsi – a truly delicious lamb and red pumpkin curry with fresh ginger that ranks among the best curries I have eaten. Every dish was generously portioned and beautifully presented by the friendly and knowledgeable staff (who guided my guest to her choice of a creamy Vegetable Bahar); and with every bite it was clear that the chef believed in using quality ingredients – good cuts of lamb and fresh, prepared on the premises vegetables. We visited on a Tuesday evening and there were never more than a couple of tables free at any one time. Why was it so popular? Well, it is a very convenient location, everyone was welcoming and friendly, and the service was good, but it was the food that stole the show – among the best curries I’ve eaten in Oxfordshire, and that makes it was well worth a visit, but make sure you book in advance! 174 Oxford Rd Kidlington OX5 1EA Tel: 01865 378180 Web: www.gurkhavillagekidlington.co.uk

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