The urban guide to the countryside -
Little Black Book
Cafés
The Granary Deli, Watlington
Muddy says: An award-winning deli, cafe and supper club in the pretty town of Watlington, South Oxon. The online cheese store is particularly impressive, stocking over 140 British and continental cheeses.
Creams, Milton Keynes
Muddy says: Dessert cafés are all the rage and your little people will love Creams in Xscape MK for its bubble waffles and Oreo-everything.
The Yurt Café, North Aston
Muddy says: Fabulous yurt cafe with fantastic breakfasts, lunches and coffee, definitely worth a visit in its own right but set amongst the beautiful Nicholsons Garden Design site.
Peterley Manor Farm, Great Missenden
Muddy says: PYO, plant nursery, Christmas tree supplier, gorgeous yurt café, oh and Best Farm Shop in our 2017 Awards - this Great Missenden farm has it all covered.
Rumsey’s Chocolaterie, Thame
Muddy says: A gorgeous chocolaterie, with branches in Thame and Wendover. Good luck extracting your drooling children from within.
The Tea Set, Chipping Norton
Muddy says: Killer coffee and cakes in this Muddy Award-winning café in Chipping Norton, but plenty else besides including lunch, dinner and pre-theatre bubbles. Bottoms up!
The Old Flight House, Weston-on-the-Green
Muddy says: A stunner of an interiors emporium in Weston-on-the-Green, Oxfordshire with over 70 units selling everything from mid-century furniture to vintage fashion. You'll absolutely love it.
Hartwell House Café, Aylesbury
Muddy says: An elegant all day café in the old stable block within Hartwell House. Brekky, brunch, lunch and even afternoon tea all available overlooking the pool or courtyard.
The Batch, Bletchingdon
Muddy says: Quirky interiors, pretty location, great coffee - what's not to like?! Put The Batch, down a country lane in Bletchingdon on your must-try cafe list.
Pierreponts, Goring-on-Thames
Muddy says: Laidback and lovely riverside cafe in Goring which also doubles as a private party venue. Book for a stylish and slick afternoon tea, lunch or three-course dinner.
The Waterfront Café, Benson
Muddy says: A prime position on the Thames, with kayak and boat hire 50 metres away and a glorious terrace makes The Waterfront Cafe a shoe-in on a sunny day.
Little Italy Espresso Bar, Haddenham
Muddy says: Award-winning cafe with cool Scandi interiors, superb coffee and excellent lunches. A recent makeover and drink license has moved it to the next level.
