DAISE is a small, chef-led restaurant created by chef Tony Parkin and his wife Laura Parkin, located in Oxton on the Wirral. It presents a modern tasting menu format built around hyper-seasonal British produce, reflecting Tony’s long history in high-end kitchens and his return to a more intimate, personal style of cooking.
The space itself is modest and neighbourhood-scale, with only a handful of tables set out in a single room. Tables are positioned along the walls and in the centre, often paired with a small bar area near the entrance. A semi-open kitchen sits towards the rear, allowing some visibility of the cooking process as dishes are plated. The interior has a cosy, uncluttered feel with simple tables, banquette seating and muted lighting that keeps attention on the meal ahead.
At DAISE, the menu is a multi-course sequence that changes regularly based on what is available from local and seasonal suppliers. Each plate is composed to highlight a key ingredient, with modern techniques and careful attention to flavour and texture. Dishes are presented in a tasting menu structure rather than as disconnected starters and mains, inviting guests to experience the progression of the evening as a complete journey. An optional drinks pairing featuring British wines and other beverages is offered alongside the food.
The restaurant remains deliberately small, with service and cooking closely integrated; Tony Parkin is directly involved in the kitchen, while Laura oversees front-of-house and the overall operation. The layout and scale of the space reinforce this hands-on approach, giving the impression of a chef-operated project rather than a conventional large restaurant.
DAISE functions as a focused tasting menu destination in Oxton, blending hyper-seasonal British ingredients with a controlled, intimate dining environment that reflects its founders’ hands-on involvement.