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We all want to eat fresh, eat local and eat well. We all want to know where our food comes from, how it's grown, farmed and prepared. While these are values that most of us share, finding food of unquestionable quality and provenance is not as easy as it once was; supermarkets, intensive farming, convenience food and the race for high volume production have changed much about the way we shop and eat today.

But of course, good food has never gone away, it's been here all the time, championed and promoted by a dedicated core of farmers, growers, producers, chefs and retailers who have resisted these trends, and continued to deliver authentic food experiences to discerning customers in the same way that they always have.
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There are plenty of reasons to visit the pretty market town of Thame in the heart of the rolling Oxfordshire countryside, but if you are passionate about eating good food, we suggest there is really only one. What's Cooking, located right in the centre of the town, is an innovative, imaginative food shop and kitchens, a stylish catering service and a haven for lovers of great food.
In the lovely Oxfordshire town of Thame, in an elegant period building close to the bustling marketplace, our artisan food shop is at the very heart of everything we do at What's Cooking. There is no place to buy fresher, tastier food than here, right below the kitchens where our expert chefs work to create delicious handcrafted fare daily.
Through our specialist catering division, the unique What's Cooking artisan food experience is available to organisers of private and business events. If you're planning a fabulous wedding, a formal function, or any other kind of special occasion, the delicious, high quality, handcrafted cuisine created in our Thame kitchens will be the talking point of your event.
Reviews (13)
Adrian Wong
Adrian Wong
Dec 16, 2021
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Our favourite breakfast place and cafe in Thame. Nice coffee. Good selection. We recommend the breakfast brioche.
Nathan Phillips
Nathan Phillips
Oct 18, 2021
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Small, with little seating and a tiny WC, this independent cafe in the heart of Thame has a limited menu. The quality of the food is good but this is reflected in the pricing.
John Paul Salter
John Paul Salter
Jul 29, 2021
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Their food and service is impeccable. Top class service and fair prices👌
Mun-Yee Tung
Mun-Yee Tung
Jul 25, 2021
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Great cafe with outdoor and indoor seating. Delicious lunch choices. Fabulous cake selection. And good coffee!
Laura Humphreys
Laura Humphreys
Jul 24, 2021
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Went here twice in a week - the coffee was excellent, and the food even better. Had the shakshuka which was sensational - the veggie breakfast also amazing. Staff were kind, lovely, and respecting Covid safety too. Can't wait to return.
Lucy Cohen
Lucy Cohen
Jul 21, 2021
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I've been 3 times and will definitely be returning. The vegan breakfast and salads are really tasty....I love their mint pea sauce! Highly recommend
David Day
David Day
Jul 08, 2021
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Just popped in for a quick bite for lunch, really tasty well cooked bacon in a brioche bun, superb!
Great service, good value. Can't ask for much more!
Emmeline Williams
Emmeline Williams
Jun 13, 2021
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We had the most wonderful tasty lunch at What's Cooking in Thame today. Neither of us had visited Thame before and chanced upon this cafe and were tempted to eat there by the salads and cakes on display. The food we had was delicious, fresh and super-tasty!
Geoff Emerson
Geoff Emerson
Jun 12, 2021
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We ordered food for a party in our garden and it was truly fabulous. The salads were fresh, attractive, tasty and imaginative. The chicken and salmon platters were delicious and our guests made many positive comments.
We were easily able to cater for vegetarian and gluten free requirements and even my problem with greed was more than adequately taken care of. The staff were helpful at all stages in terms of advice, friendliness and attention to detail. Overall the experience was faultless.
Karen Tucker-Parks
Karen Tucker-Parks
Feb 14, 2021
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Fantastic Valentine’s Day meal from What’s Cooking. Easy to order on line, COVID-safe collection and simple to prepare. Easy to follow cooking instructions included, and even plating instructions for that finishing touch! Will order from their website again.
Peter Green
Peter Green
Jun 03, 2020
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Have used What's Cooking as my events caterer for 15 years. Always to an exceptional standard and always happy to go the 'extra mile' to accommodate any requests or dietary requirements.
Rhiannon Loveman
Rhiannon Loveman
Mar 18, 2020
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Most amazing cooking (and thats from a normally fussy eater!). Always supply’s an outstanding meal.
Per Ng
Per Ng
Dec 21, 2019
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Excellent salads and saved the day with an excellent pavlova meringue for a dinner party dessert