Cosy country pub in Oxfordshire added to Michelin Guide
A cosy country pub in Oxfordshire has been added to the Michelin Guide for 2025.
The Bat and Ball on High Street in Cuddesdon reopened in February as the latest venture from Ben Moss's Montgomery Group.
Already owning the popular The Lamb Inn pub in Little Milton, Mr Moss doubled up with the acquisition of The Bat and Ball and hired Rick Owens as head chef, formerly of Raymond Blanc's Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons.
With rave reviews since opening its doors to the public, the cosy watering hole has now been included in the Michelin Guide.
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The Michelin Guide write-up reads: "From the same team as The Lamb Inn at Little Milton, this Oxfordshire pub is an object lesson in how to inject new life into the village local.
"The owners have brought some love to the place, retaining a pubby feel, real ales and a dart board, so it remains a community hub for drinkers as well as diners.
"Whilst there is a lack of pretence, the kitchen team are serious about their cooking, sourcing top ingredients and cooking them with care.
"Well-judged Scottish cod with capers and beurre noisette is a prime example of the commitment to true, honest flavours."
The news was shared on the pub's Instagram account with a photograph of the team included.
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The Bat and Ball in Cuddesdon. (Image: Newsquest)
A statement attached to the post said: "It is with utter joy that we have been included in this year's Michelin Guide.
"It is such a testament of the utter drive for consistency and excellence that the kitchen team puts in every single day, onto every plate.
"And to the brilliance of the front of house team showing that even while only a village pub.
"We can bring the level of service, care and attention to everyone who walks through our door.
"Thank you so much Bat and Ball team. You are legends."
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