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- Bars for dry JanuaryWhere to drink when you’re going alcohol free in Bucks & Oxon
- Review: Gloria’s, Thame, OxfordshireYou’ve probably walked past the ground floor café, but have you tried the restaurant at Gloria’s in Thame? Read my review of this postcard to romance and the Amalfi Coast and see if it’s worth the bother.
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- On the first day of Christmas… A festive family day outHughenden Manor near High Wycombe is rocking one of the National Trust’s loveliest Christmas offerings right now, with story telling, candlelit tours, carols and a fabulous ’12 Days of Christmas’ gift search for kids. Go,go,go!
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- Tis the season! Best festive afternoon teas in Bucks & OxonTiny Christmas puds and delicate turkey sarnies with a glass of bubbly? Tiers of festive goodies await at these local cafés, restaurants, pubs and hotels
- Best Places to Live: The MiltonsThis pair of pretty villages, home to Oxon’s only two Michelin star restaurant, are a hit with commuters and families. Part of our Top 250 Places to Live series.
- What’s new in November? 55+ things to do in Bucks & Oxon this monthStriking art installations, top-tier comedy, champagne tastings, and even festive happenings – there’s more going on this month than you can shake a jingle bell at! Here’s where to find it all.
- Doing what we do best! Introducing Muddy RecommendsIntroducing Muddy Recommends, our new quality marker for the best national brands and products – tried by us, tested by you and judged WORTHY!
- Win £800 to spend on Olivanna and my olivanna skincareHead to Muddy's Reader Treats to win £800 of beauty products from luxury brand @olivannalondon
- Top 250 Best Places to Live across 28 counties REVEALED!See where you should be moving to...
- POW! Your à la carte dinner party delivery has arrivedWant to entertain but haven’t the time or energy to cook? Muddy’s ed-in-chief Hero Brown (with 11 hungry guests) tests an innovative, no-stress à la carte delivery service where hosts just heat, serve – and relax.
- Bicester Village’s exclusive Private Sale until 31 OctWhether you’re looking to update your wardrobe or want to nail your Christmas gifting early, here’s everything you need to know about the Private Sale at luxury shopping destination Bicester Village, running this month. Trust us, you’re gonna love it.
- 10 amazing things you didn’t know you could do at Royal Opera HouseA newly relaunched, supercool terrace restaurant, cocktails with the best view in Covent Garden, lunchtime recitals, Family Sundays… No need to buy a ticket for a show, just drop in to experience what makes the Royal Opera House special.
- 23 things to see and do in London this monthLondon’s calling, so we’ve hand-picked the best in theatre, music and arts in the capital this month. Your diary can thank us later.
- Hello Spooky Season!Grab your diary and your pumpkin spice latte – there’s plenty going on ’round these parts this month, from literary festivals and light shows to all things spooky.
- Basics made beautiful: why we’re all heading to HANROThe home of luxe loungewear, chic Swiss brand HANRO delivers muted tones and modern silhouettes for the new season. Here’s the Muddy edit.
- 5 brilliant Royal Opera House productions you won’t want to missLooking for excitement, inspiration or just some escapism with your arts this season? Enter stage left a clutch of world-class operas and ballets to book right now
- 12 rustic lunch spots in gorgeous locationsThe sun's got his hat on again, so make the most of the weather at one of these alfresco pubs, farm shops and cafés where the food is simple and the views are wow!
- A constellation of local stars in the Great Taste AwardsAward-winning local food and drink, you say? Hot off the press, the latest Great Taste Award winners have just been crowned. Take a look at the line-up of Bucks & Oxon producers
- 60 amazing afternoon teas to book nowIt's Afternoon Tea Week (8-14 Aug) and we've found the 60 best places across the Muddy counties to get your fix. But you'd better book 'em fast — here today, scone tomorrow.
- Gail's BakeryDo you fancy a coffee and a croissant? Muddy has £500 in GAIL's vouchers to give away to two Muddy followers - enough for a whole summer of sipping, scoffing - and then some!
- Muddy Insider Guide to the West MidlandsIf you're heading to the Commonwealth Games this week, then you'll be needing Muddy's brand new, bang-up-to-date insider guide to the West Midlands
- Howe Farm Flowers, AylesburyA blooming gorgeous day picking flowers (the fields here are straight out of a bucolic romance novel!) and creating my own bouquet at The Summer Flower Morning Workshop.
- Amazing August! 60+ things to do locally this monthPinch, punch, first of the month! It's August which means I have a brand new marvellous Muddy guide to the best events in Bucks & Oxon.
- The perfect picnic spot: Hughenden Manor, BucksLooking for somewhere for your blanket and wicker basket? Hughenden Manor is ideal for families with a new under 10s play area and 680 acres of woodland to explore.
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- Castle-at-Edgehill-02This north Cotswolds pub will delights history buffs, kids and groups, and has five bedrooms if you want to forego the taxi and make the most of the on-site gin school
- Paddles at the ready! Rivers and lakes in Oxon and BucksExtreme heat? We've got the answer: get down to your local waterway for a cooling paddle/SUP/boat ride and a picnic or pint (of Pimms?). Here's the best places to launch your own craft or hire one...
- The Chilterns: epic family days out & mini-breaksHey, we've got an AONB on our doorstep, so let's make the most of it! From adventures with animals to timeless traditions, here's what to do in the Chilterns this summer.
- Bilbao, Mykonos or Naples? Disney cruises into EuropeThought Disney Cruise Line was all about Miami, Florida and the Bahamas? Here are the coolest destinations for 2023 - and our insider tips on how to maximise the fun while you're in port.
- Smell the roses: 10 gorgeous summer gardens to visitNeed some glorious garden inspo or just an indulgent day out? Here's your check list of must-see National Trust rose gardens, with art, photography, poetry and plenty of cake along the way.
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- How to nail the perfect picnicThe sun's out - quick, grab the wicker basket! If you're partial to a picnic (I mean, who isn't?) here's some inspo on how to pimp up your al fresco feast - including £500 of free Ocado deliveries (well hello M&S Deli range).
- Walkies! 11 pretty dog walks with pub pitstopsThe sun's out - time to grab the lead and treat Fido to one of these stellar local walks, all with dog-friendly watering holes along the way.
- 9 outdoor cinemas to book nowNothing says summer like an alfresco night out watching fab movies under the stars. From gardens to amphitheatres, here's where to head, popcorn and blanket at the ready
- Win £500 towards a stay at a stunning National Trust holiday cottage!Fancy waking up in an idyllic cottage in some of the most glorious countryside the UK has to offer? Of course you do! Lucky for you, the National Trust is at hand - and it's giving you the chance to win a stay worth £500!
- 23 of the best places to holiday in the UKStaycationing this summer? Then you're going to want to check out our bang-up-to-date insider guides to these top towns and cities across the Muddy counties.
- The Henley Distillery Gin Experience: the Muddy verdictCreating your own gin in a copper still is a lot like being let loose in the Hogwarts Potion Class, so naturally we had to be the first to try it at our local award-winning distillery
- Win £2,000 VIP glamping tickets to the last ever Cornbury Festival!Wellies and glitter at the ready! To celebrate the last ever Cornbury Festival, we're giving away the Ultimate Cornbury VIP experience – 4 x Weekend VIP tickets with bell tent glamping for 3 nights & VIP parking.
- 46 gorgeous glamping stays to book nowPitching a tent? No thanks! These 46 luxurious stays across the Muddy counties put the 'glam' in glamping, from stunning yurts to chic lodges and charming shepherd's huts.
- Lunch with a view: 23 top riverside eatsAhh, is there anything better than a stroll along the riverside? Actually, yes - a riverside that includes a long lazy lunch and some stonking views across Bucks or Oxon!
- What’s on over Easter weekend in Bucks & Oxon?No plans (other than scoffing chocolate, obvs) over the four-day weekend? I can help with that: 30+ fab local events from awesome new art and food festivals to quirky culture and outdoor family fun.
- 19 beautiful local bluebell walksBlooming 'eck! Bluebells are popping up in their thousands across Bucks and Oxon. Here's where to find the best of them on your sprightly springtime walk.
- Weekend EscapesForget the spring clean, at the top of our to-do list this week is booking a gorgeous staycation to look forward to - who's with us?!
- Read all about it! Local news you need to knowA cool brunch spot for dogs (humans welcome!), new Cotswolds digs, super-sized art, MK's latest foodie openings and more superflashy news.
- Review: Wild Thyme & Honey, Ampney CrucisCotswolds corker! Brand new for this year and showing all the honey-stoned charms you'd expect of an historic 16th century inn (with some multi-million pound mod-cons), read on and book in. You'll love it.
- The 8 best places to see blossom this spring
- Fresh air, fresh fashion!April herald’s the chance to snaffle 20% off top brands at luxe outdoor shopping destination @bicestervillage in the renowned Private Sale (we’re heading straight to @thewhitecompany and @manoloblahnik 👠). Hit the link in bio for the inside line on participating boutiques 🛍 as well as Muddy’s top tips on making the most of the Village (hey, our specialist Mastermind subject is ‘How to shop like a pro’ 🤣).
- It’s April! So what’s on in Bucks and Oxon this month?The social calendar's full and celebrating spring! From world-class exhibitions to fun theatre, heritage sites out of hibernation, and lovely literary festivals, here's what's on.
- Superflashy! Celeb, foodie & pop-up newsTop chefs set to open Oxon deli, Bicester Village's guilt-free shopping event, pop-ups in Oxford, a new blockbuster being filmed in Hambleden, and more hot stuff...
- 6 reasons why this is THE way to do the Henley RegattaIbiza-style lounging, flame cooked gorgeous food, hand-crafted cocktails and live music... this is why we've got the hots for Feast over Flame
- No1-RC-Drawing-Room_03-1024x662-1Remember being obsessed with Bridgerton? Well, Netflix’s hit show (82 million viewers and counting) is back for a second series on 25 March, and Muddy’s already buying in the popcorn and keen to visit all the key locations!
- Supper Clubs: the 9 hottest tickets in townFrom bijoux vegan eats in Oxford to a secret riverside table by boat in Marlow, we've dug deep to root out the finest Supper Clubs in Bucks & Oxon, but shhh! Book them before they sell out.
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The new season's here and, to celebrate, we have a delicious £1500 for you to spend at Ted Baker. - EXCLUSIVE! First review of Kitchen Food CompanyThe only thing more more fun than a new launch is a new launch when you're the first to try it! This reincarnation of the Michelin-starred 215 in Oxford to a bistro/ deli is going to hit all your buttons. I've tried it ahead of its opening today, so here's everything you need to know.
- Where to head for your creativity fixWell well! There's a pop-up artisan studio at High Wycombe's Eden Shopping Centre from 26-27 March, offering gorgeous activities like candle making and calligraphy. Fancy it much? Here's what you need to know for a day's crafting, shopping and scoffing.
- Celebrate women with this glorious artI am woman, see me paint! This month is packed with excellent local art exhibitions, shows, workshops and films to celebrate International Women's Day - here's our curated guide.
- Superflashy newsflash! The latest Bucks and Oxon gossExtra, extra, read all about it! We've got Michelin star gastro getaways, restaurant makeovers, fabulous festival line-ups and more more more...
- Flipping fabulous! Where to eat out this Pancake DayCan't think of anything worse than flour, eggs and globs of Nutella plastered all over the kitchen (including the ceiling)? Drop the spatula and make a reservation at one of these eateries instead.
- My favourite places: Hannah Heys, local artistTrust an artist to have an eye for lovely local places! With her Hand Crafted exhibition on now at Queen's Park Arts Centre, textile artist and Bucks local Hannah Heys chats under-the-radar gems.
- Makeover! How to paint your perfect feature wallHere's how to revamp your space with paint brush, roller and a splash of colour. In partnership with Brewers Paints.
- The new local Michelin star winners for 2022!Award-winning local cuisine, you say? Hot off the press, the latest Michelin star winners have just been announced. Take a look at the full line-up for Bucks, Oxon, and beyond.
- Best cheap eats in Bucks and OxonThere's no shame in seeking out the cheap-but-chic! From charming hole-in-the-walls to bargain set menus, these 16 eateries are Muddy-approved for light pockets.
- Your 2022 local culture hotlistNew year, new exciting things to do! There's a jam-packed schedule of cool cultural happenings coming to Bucks and Oxon this year, and we know all about 'em. Diaries at the ready, let's go!
- WIN £1000 to spend at Bicester Village!Since we’re so thoughtful and amazing and altruistic, we’re giving one lucky Muddy reader a gift card worth a delicious £900 PLUS a £100 lunch for two at any of the Bicester Village restaurants
- Best Places to Live 2022Muddy’s curated the Top 200 best places to live in 2022 and now it’s time to have your say!
- 5 mistakes you’re probably making with your pensionBuried in paperwork and sticking your head in the sand? Yup, us too... We asked the pros at Oxon's Wise Investment about where we're going wrong with that glam retirement plan and how to help make the pot bigger
- Snowdrops everywhere! 12 lovely local walksThey're coming out! Wrap up warm and head outside to one of these lovely local places to catch winter snowdrops across Bucks & Oxon over the next few weeks.
- Where the celebs hang out in Oxon & BucksWant to avoid the crush around these A-Listers and heart throbs? (Or, erm, stalk David Beckham on his local dog walk?) Here are all the pubs, cafes and shops where celebs are hanging out in our 'hood
- Top 100 gastropubs 2022 revealedHot off the presses! Estrella Damm has revealed its pick of the best gastropubs in the UK with seven Bucks & Oxon pubs making the list - but has your local favourite cut the mustard?
- Where to drink when you’re going alcohol freeDesignated driver, taking part in Dry January, or just on a hiatus from the hard stuff? Try these 9 local bars with enticing no or low booze options, but still with maximum glam
- Hotting up! Best new hotels for 2022Introducing the hottest new hotel openings around the world. Warning: contains images of sexy bedrooms, turquoise seas and infinity pools.
- WIN A ROMANCE WRITING PACKAGE & ONLINE ROMANCE NOVEL WRITING COURSE, WORTH £510Want to write the Bridgerton? Produce the swoon-worthy romance novel you've always dreamed of by winning this extra-special novel-writing bundle from Curtis Brown Creative, worth £510.
- Best vegan & veggie eats in Bucks & OxonVegan or vegetarian curious? Get your local plant-based fix at one of these foodie joints that put veggies front and centre and deliver on flavour
- Boredom buster! 7 new things to try this weekendGot a dull weekend ahead? Not anymore! From fabulous theatre to classical concerts and immersive code-cracking, we've found seven brand new, local ways to spice up your life.
- A bold story told through art: Laura Knight at MK Gallery
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Graphic, poignant, mundane and yet sexy - this ambitious retrospective of one of the twentieth century's most underrated painters is a must see - Hair transformation: mumsy mane, begone!Stuck in a hair rut? See Muddy Berkshire editor Rachel's chic style update here - the third video in our series with the fabulous Haringtons salons
- Joyous Jan! What to do in Bucks and Oxon this monthBanish the New Year blues with this culture-buster list of things to do across Bucks and Oxon this month. From beautiful ballets to tiny piglets and light trails, here's Muddy's hitlist.
- Muddy x Haringtons HairdressingFor the second video in our transformation series with the brilliant Haringtons hair salons, Muddy Dorset/Somerset editor Sue sits in the salon chair for a frizz-busting Kérastase treatment
- Review: Cinderella, Aylesbury Waterside TheatreCinderella's swept in as Aylesbury Waterside Theatre's 2021 Christmas panto, and Muddy hopped into our pumpkin to catch the opening night. Spoiler alert: we had a ball!
- Party season essentials to add to your beauty bagIt's Christmaaaaas! Treat yourself to some festive glam, and pick up some some gorgeous stocking fillers in one fell swoop at Next Beauty & Home's shopping event (11-12 Dec).
- 16 Days of ChristmasHo ho ho! The 16 Days of Muddy Christmas Reader Treats is here (because, hey, why stop at 12?!) with a whopping £7000 of luxury gifts and experiences
- Hair transformation! Muddy goes ‘petrol’Stuck in a hair rut? Haringtons hair salons to the rescue with karate chopping scissor skills and slick service to boot. See what happened when Muddy's ed-in-chief Hero Brown sat in the salon chair for a daring new 'do
- Never forget your water bottle again!Oxon-based biz, Bottlesoc, has solved the dilemma of how to carry your water bottle everywhere you go, never lose it, and do it in style
- 6 reasons to watch The Colour RoomA period drama with real punch and passion, here's why you need to make time in your diary or on your sofa to watch it.
- Review: The Yurt restaurant at NicholsonsBanish the word café from your mind: The Yurt at Nicholsons in North Oxfordshire has gone full stylish restaurant. Muddy stopped by for a lunch, but did its new menu live up to the hype?
- 6 new releases to watch this weekendDid someone say telly binge? Get that kettle on! There's a boatload of great content to watch this weekend, including Sky Original's brand new film The Colour Room, on Sky Cinema, starring Phoebe Dynevor.
- Exclusive interview: The Colour Room’s Phoebe Dynevor & Kerry FoxThe hottest British actress on the block and the queen of indie film come together for Sky Cinema's new Sky Original biopic on Clarice Cliff.
- How to choose the best cheese and wine this ChristmasIt’s the best bit of every party (right?!), but how to pick the right products? We got the lowdown on pairings, favourites, and festive essentials from four lovely local suppliers.
- 10 zero waste refill stores you’ll really want to shop inCheck out these sustainable grocery, gift and household stores - it's refill, but not as you know it - gorgeous products, pretty shops and time-saving delivery or click and collect. Win, win!
- Best Places to Live: Abingdon-on-ThamesThis historic market town, five miles south of Oxford, offers bang for your buck with riverside walks and excellent schools aplenty.
- How to nail the perfect script, by The Colour Room’s Claire PeateWe talk to its brilliant writer Claire Peate about pottery, writing tips - and how we should all channel a bit of Clarice
- Clarice Cliff-inspired interiorsPhoebe Dynevor stars as pioneering 1920s ceramicist Clarice Cliff in The Colour Room, a new Sky Original film on Sky Cinema, from 12 Nov. But if you can’t wait until then (nope, us neither), channel her bold, playful designs with our pick of this season’s best Cliff-inspired interiors
- John Lewis and M&S Christmas ads are here – which is your favourite?It's that time of year again folks! Our two high street favourites are back with their festive telly offerings for 2021 - but which gets your vote?
- The 22 best fireworks displays across Bucks and OxonKaboom! Enjoy Bonfire Night in style with our pick of the top local events. Much better than DIY-ing it: fun, food, and no chance of the rockets falling over and shooting into the house (guilty!)
- 41 brilliant things to do this NovemberNaughty November! From sweeping opera and largescale art to gift shopping and gangster grannies, here's your curated guide to the best of Bucks & Oxon this month.
- 13 cosy pubs for chilly daysOrder something stodgy, pour a large glass of red and relax in front of the fire - it's time to hunker down in the best pubs in Oxon, Bucks and the Cotswolds.
- Best Places to Live: Great TewPerched on the edge of the Cotswolds, Great Tew boasts postcard-perfect architecture, rolling hills and David Beckham as your neighbour. Sold? We thought so.
- What to do with the kids this October half termNot sure what to do with the little (and big) blighters this half term? Look no further...
- Bets Places to Live: Haddenham, BucksWith its pretty duck pond, church and annual scarecrow competition, Haddenham offers textbook village life, whilst benefiting from an easy-peasy commute to London
- The latest pub and restaurant openings in Bucks & OxonOxford's glam new bar and restaurant, plus flame cooked food in Henley, the return of brunch, and bakery and juice heaven
- Best Places to Live: BurfordDubbed 'the gateway to the Cotswolds' this buzzing town on the Oxon/Glos border by the River Windrush ticks all the boxes for the Cotswolds idyll.
- Best Places to Live: WallingfordA new restaurant, cocktail bar and wine merchants have recently joined the already lively high street of this buzzy market town in south Oxon
- Best Places To Live 2022Planning a move? With our unique insider knowledge of the loveliest towns, villages, schools, shops and pubs outside London, there’s no better place to discover the Top 200 places to live in 2022.
- Review: The Long Dog, WaddesdonThe Long Dog pub in Waddesdon, mid Bucks, has had a quirkily stylish revamp and a smart rethink of its positioning - be gone posh restaurant and hello friendly gastropub! Muddy dons her lucky napkin and tries it out
- The best luxury retreat in Oxfordshire?A stunning 18th century manor house and a tailored schedule of fitness and wellbeing activities to boot - but did in:spa retreat leave Muddy feeling refreshed? Read the verdict.
- Local bakeries we love, in honour of GBBOBake Off is back on TV so time to drag out the food mixer. Can't be bothered? Fair enough! Put down that spatula and support these 11 drool-worthy bakeries instead.
- Review: Pluma, Old AmershamIs this the best tapas restaurant in Buckinghamshire? Read on for the Muddy lowdown on Muddy Awards 2021 finalist Pluma in elegant Old Amersham
- Where to pick blackberries in Bucks and OxonThe hedgerows are laden with fruit and the dog needs walking... time to go blackberry picking! Just keep these secret foraging spots to yourself. Ok?
- 30 pub gardens for late summer loungingSummer ain't over yet! Here's to alfresco basking and plenty of booze. These are the best pub gardens in Bucks and Oxon from snazzy pods to our favourite local beer gardens. Cheers!
- Insta-worthy places to eat in Oxon and BucksNow we're all going out out, naturally we want to shout about it. Be the envy of your followers at these photogenic local hotspots where the backdrop is as good as the food.
- Summer daze: rustic lunches in gorgeous locationsStretch out the late summer days with a simple lunch in a beautiful spot. We've share the pubs, farm shops and cafes in Bucks and Oxon where the food is simple and the views are wow!
- Paddles at the ready! Rivers and lakes in Oxon and BucksHere's the best places to launch your own craft or hire one...
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Why not take your scones and tea in the sunshine darlings? We've scoured the counties for the best outdoors teas, from rustic farm tables to pinkies-out palaces - Superflashy NewsflashMovers, groovers and gossipers, listen up! From new gastropubs to a groovy sculpture garden, here are all the new and exciting ventures in Bucks and Oxon
- Muddy Schools GuideNo boring fusty reviews here! Our ‘insider’ guides give a genuine insight into each school we visit, with informal, super-useful advice from our editors – parents, just like you.
- Stuff to do for kids this summerRead on for the best of art, sport, festivals, music and dinos in Bucks and Oxon in July and August 2021
- Aubergine and Goat’s Cheese Burger StacksBored of bland bean patties? Then try this delicious alternative to a veggie burger from The Roasting Tin author, Rukmini Iyer
- Summery strawberry tiramisuNothing says summer like strawberries and cream. This delicious tiramisu with Savoiardi biscuits and soft Mascarpone cream is the perfect seasonal serve.
- Chicken and mango salad with chilli lime dressingBalmy summer days call for quick, easy and light lunches like this chicken and mango salad, ready in just 20 minutes. Pair with Naked Wines at 63% off.
- Cook this speedy summery recipe tonight!From River Cottage king HFW, this Moroccan spiced lamb and tabbouleh dish is fragrant, herby and perfect for summer scoffing PLUS pair with Naked Wines at 63% off.
- Vivek Singh’s lentil and basmati kichriDesperately seeking dinner inspiration? We've got a delicious modern-Indian dish for you from celeb chef Vivek Singh, plus 63% off perfectly paired wines.
- Oh la la: Welcome back to the wine bar!On your way home, out with the girls, mid-week quickie? The wine bar it is. Put the world to rights over a sharing board and a bottle of some fabulous vintage.
- BBQ monkfish tail with sauce bourguignonneBBQ but make it fancy! This seafood take on a classic French dish is a dead-cert crowd pleaser (especially when you pair it with wines from £4.17 a bottle in our curated Naked Wines cases).
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- THE PIG’s sizzling BBQ burgerBBQ season is upon us and we have just the recipe (with perfectly paired wines) to get the party started, courtesy of Muddy favourites THE PIG and Naked Wines.
- Tom Kitchin’s Salmon and Spinach LasagneNeed a new mid-week meal? This Scandi salmon take on a lasagne (with Muddy recommended Naked Wines pairings) can be prepared in advance and is totally delicious.
- Where to buy vintage homewares in Bucks & OxonIf your house has been kicked to smithereens during lockdown one, two and three, you might be looking to spruce the place up. First port of call? The shops, antiques fairs and salvage yards of our rolling shires.
- The best pubs for a sundownerSo, as we’re all now free to roam (a little), it’s time to search out the best pubs in Bucks and Oxon that have the added benefit of a scenic view. Aperol Spritz (and Instagram) at the ready.
- Two lunches for four, worth £300 each, up for grabs at one of The Pigs!To celebrate the launch of our new and improved Weekend Escapes, we've teamed up with Muddy favourite THE PIG to give away TWO lunches for four people at one of the THE PIG venues.
- How to host the perfect dinner party: 19 top tipsDinner parties are back on the menu, but it’s safe to say we’re all pretty rusty. Time to get some professional advice: we talked to the brains behind two local supper clubs on how it's done right.
- Jason Atherton’s Spanish Chicken CasseroleLooking for a dead cert crowd-pleaser for dinner? This delicious Spanish dish from Michelin-starred chef Jason Atherton should do the trick PLUS save up to 63% on Naked Wines we’ve paired with it
- Win a three course meal and stay for two in a gorgeous Shepherd's Hut in HenleyHands up if you need a night away. .... Oh, everyone? We want to reward you hard-working souls with a luxe night off including a three course meal (with wine) and a magical overnight stay in a Shepherd's Hut.
- Weekend EscapesMuddy's new and improved Weekend Escapes — the inside line on the latest openings and the coolest, unique places to eat, drink, stay and play, to help you make the smartest 360° decision on where to spend your free time
- 30 pub gardens for post-lockdown funPop the cork! Here's to alfresco meet-ups come 12 April. These are the best pub gardens in Bucks and Oxon from snazzy pods to our favourite local beer gardens. Cheers!
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What do you get when you cross a chocolate brownie, a waffle maker and a handful of strawberries? Heaven on a plate! Sate your sweet tooth with this delicious recipe. - Scandi-chic garden cabins by Ayr. We’re in love.Still hankering after a garden office or cabin? We’ve found a brilliant company that’s raised the bar on design with its Scandic-Chic aesthetic. And guess what? It’s local!
- Early bird events bookings are GO!As lockdown restrictions begin to ease, it's time to get some spring and summer fun organised. And guess what? As luck would have it, we can help with that.
- Out you go! Gardening tips for MarchNew month, new list of gardening jobs to prepare your patch for spring. Here are five foolproof tips, courtesy of award-winning Richard Key, to make your garden gorgeous.
- The best local delis (and nearby picnic spots)Right now, picnics on benches are THE hottest social event. Dig out your hamper and waterproof blanket, and order your sausage rolls from these divine Bucks & Oxon delis.
- Bring the bar to you: how to have a virtual night outCounting down the days until that chilly pub garden come April? God, us too. Here's the next best thing: bar-quality cocktails, perfect ambience, and a whole lot of glam.
- And the best place to live in Bucks & Oxon is...You voted, we counted, and now, after weeks of hard-fought competition, we have two worthy winners of the Best Place to Live in Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire. Click to find out where you should be moving to!
- Healthy Takeaway Food BoxesHealth kick stars now! Release yourself from the shackles of chopping and prepping and order in. Don't worry about falling off the wagon, we've found 18 healthy takeaways and food boxes to help you eat your way through Feb totally guilt-free.
- The new local Michelin star winners for 2021!Hot off the press! The judges have raised their Michelin paddles and the results are in. See if your local favourite has nabbed a star, plus the insider track on who's offering top-notch takeaway.
- Best walks If your house starting to resemble an obstacle course, it's time to force everyone outside. Check our favoe Muddy walks in Bucks & Oxon
- Light it up! The quirkiest local candlesFrom boobs and butts to up-cycled beer cans, check out these cool wax creations from local indie makers to add to your mantlepiece.
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