Reviews

Nestled in the charming corner of Stanley Court, NAGA Tandoori in Olney is the hidden gem you didn’t know you were looking for. This cosy spot has it all—friendly faces, warm lighting, and the intoxicating aroma of sizzling spices that greets you the second you walk through the door. It’s the kind of place that instantly feels like home… with better food! We kicked things off with the Naga Special Mix, a feast of tandoori chicken, chicken tikka, lamb tikka, sheekh kebab, and a golden, crispy onion bhaji. Each bite was packed with that rich, smoky goodness that only a proper tandoor can deliver, and the marination? Perfection. It’s a sampler that does more than just satisfy—it leaves you practically cheering for the mains to arrive. And, oh, those mains. We both went for the Chicken Shashlik, which arrived on a sizzling hot plate loaded with chunky onions and peppers...

Last month, I had the pleasure of an invitation to a dining experience that has long been on my bucket list: Allium Dining. Allium at Manor Farm in Bourton is a celebration of all things local and delicious – two aspects that are of great importance to me as an avid consumer of all things edible. Situated in the heart of the Buckinghamshire countryside, Manor Farm in Bourton is home to this gastronomic event lead by the culinary wizard that is Andy Tomlinson. As a huge fan of their daytime offering, The Larder Café, I knew that this was going to be a special evening. A little about Manor Farm… The Verey family have been farming at Manor Farm in Bourton for four generations and have been building a business that has the environment and local community at its heart. Having celebrated their centenary in October 2018, the farm has..