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There’s so much to enjoy at The Fishes Oxford including a garden party this weekend (21st June) & a fresh new menu thanks to chef & author Gemma Ogston, perfect for al fresco fun!
Summertiiiime, and the living is… well it’s been far from easy lately! What with exam stress (dear. God.), mounting bills, health hiccups & other mojo-draining mishaps June has taken its toll. (Just me?! Sorry – whinge over!)
I can heartily recommend a visit – any time of day or night – to The Fishes Oxford for a vibe top-up. If you love an al fresco pit stop (and who doesn’t?!), you must know The Fishes, part of the Peach Pubs group. Situated in the impossibly pretty village of North Hinksey, OX2 0NA.
Just as summer started to peek out, I happily checked in to enjoy a meal in the huge pub garden. A whimsical wonderland of weeping willows, with a huge fairylit tipi to boot. I was lured in (well, I’m a regular!) by the rainbow lasagne, part of the fresh new menu from Brighton-based Gemma Ogston, the founder of Gem’s Wholesome Kitchen.
About Gemma Ogston
Gemma, who is a chef, recipe developer, and writer, is an ambassador for Fareshare UK and Young Minds UK, as well as the author of two Amazon bestsellers: The Self-Care Cookbook (2019) and The Healing Cookbook (2023). She also has a third book in in the works. Her rainbow lasagne is indeed a layered beauty which packs a great pesto punch, proves that going meat-free need not leave you feeling deprived.
But the ever-changing menu is a treat for all summer-lovers, making the most of the abundant produce right here on our doorstep – my French foodie pal & I also loved the asparagus with Hollandaise & poached egg, and the Fishes Fish Bowl – a beautiful bowl of monkfish, prawns, mussels, moules & more, with fries! Special mention must go to the puds, too! I am still aching to go back for another golden delicious tarte tatin oozing with a generous globe of vanilla ice cream.
The Fishes’ Pub Club
If all this sounds a bit belt-busting and/ or wallet-busting, fret not! From Monday to Wednesday, The Fishes’ Pub Club offers a brilliant excuse to dine out midweek. For just £25, you can tuck into two hearty main courses! From slow-cooked beef and ale pie to a zingy Tom Yum rice noodle salad. Or enjoy a classic steak burger with all the trimmings.
Fizz Friday adds some sparkle to the end of the week. Between 3pm & 7pm, when you buy one bottle of fizz (Prosecco, Crémant, or even Piper-Heidsieck), you’ll get the second bottle on the house. Perfect for easing into the weekend, especially when paired with the kitchen’s tempting fish specials.
The super-friendly Fishes team also serve breakfast 9.30-11am on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays. And this is top-notch fare, from buttermilk pancakes with crispy bacon and maple syrup to a full English or eggs Benedict, The Fishes delivers both flavour and quality with flair. The pub has unusually extensive and clear gluten- and dairy-free menus. Younger diners are also treated with the same respect as adults.
There are some sizzling summer events, too, including:
• Saturday, 21st June: The Summer Garden Party, 1-6pm. Enjoy BBQ delights, oysters, live music, and a choice of refreshing tipples including Pimm’s, Lucky Saint and Piper-Heidsieck.
• Sunday, 13th July: Enjoy the Wimbledon Final in the garden. With strawberries, Pimm’s buckets, tennis on the lawn, and the final live on the big screen.
• Saturday, 30th August: Tuck into a Brazilian Barbecue with sous chef Ene. They will serve bold flavours and vibrant dishes. Walk-ins welcome and bookings recommended.
We love our hospitality heroes for catering to our every whim & mealtime. See you there!
Find out what else is on near you on our Activities & Events in Oxfordshire page.
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