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World Steak Challenge 2018

At the beginning of last month (4th of July actually) I got to sit in for a second year in a row as a consumer judge at World Steak Challenge, where three dozen or so expert judges convened to test and rate close to sirloin, fillet and rib eye steaks from 22 different countries and four continents. Continue reading

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Sailing the Thames with Secret Adventures

Secret Adventures runs “unusual and off grid adventures in London and beyond, designed to generate a sense of exploration and wonder”. One of those adventures is a cruise of from Tower Bridge to the Thames Barrier and sailing back toward town with a stop at Greenwich Pier where guests disembarked. Continue reading

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The Elephant’s Head, Clapton

The Elephant’s Head in Hackney does crafty cocktails and great pub grub in a moody, Victorian setting. Continue reading

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Sam Hunt, Borough of Culture Creative Director | #TCTalks Episode 25

Sam Hunt is the first ever Creative Director for the Mayor’s London Borough of Culture 2019. Inspired by the UK City and European Capital of Culture programs, the London Borough of Culture award is an initiative launched by the Mayor Sadiq Khan. Waltham Forest (my home borough – yay!) is the first borough to be awarded. For episode 25 of tikichris Talks, I sit down for a quick chat with Sam to talk about his role as Creative Director, what makes Waltham Forest culturally distinct, what to expect in 2019 and how folks can get involved. Continue reading

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Sam Hunt, Borough of Culture Creative Director | #TCTalks Episode 25

Sam Hunt is the first ever Creative Director for the Mayor’s London Borough of Culture 2019. Inspired by the UK City and European Capital of Culture programs, the London Borough of Culture award is an initiative launched by the Mayor Sadiq Khan. Waltham Forest (my home borough – yay!) is the first borough to be awarded. For episode 25 of tikichris Talks, I sit down for a quick chat with Sam to talk about his role as Creative Director, what makes Waltham Forest culturally distinct, what to expect in 2019 and how folks can get involved. Continue reading

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Rooftop Film Club is Back

London is collectively cheering its return as it brings a whole lot of sunshine, classic movies and popcorn back to our lives. Think long evenings with panoramic views across London from Bussey Building and Roof East. Continue reading

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Chang Sensory Trails 2018 | 12 May | Last Days of Shoreditch

Chang Sensory Trails to Shoreditch to “deliver the unexpected” through a multi-sensory experience centred around Thai food, art and music taking place 12 May from noon to 10pm at Last Days of Shoreditch. Continue reading

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Yuu Kitchen Executive Chef Jon de Villa | #TCTalks Episode 17

Episode 17 of tikichris Talks has me visiting one of my absolute favourite London restaurants, Yuu Kitchen, for a conversation with its Executive Chef, Jon de Villa. During our quick chat, Jon and I chat about his culinary background, Yuu Kitchen’s Pacific Rim cuisine and new menu featuring a range of super flavourful Filipino dishes. We also talk about the stall Yuu Kitchen plans to open at Spitalfields Market at the end of April. Continue reading

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Yuu Kitchen Executive Chef Jon de Villa | #TCTalks Episode 17

Episode 17 of tikichris Talks has me visiting one of my absolute favourite London restaurants, Yuu Kitchen, for a conversation with its Executive Chef, Jon de Villa. During our quick chat, Jon and I chat about his culinary background, Yuu Kitchen’s Pacific Rim cuisine and new menu featuring a range of super flavourful Filipino dishes. We also talk about the stall Yuu Kitchen plans to open at Spitalfields Market at the end of April. Continue reading

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Tejo Wines

A recent tasting of wines from Tejo held at Taberna do Mercado (one of favourite places to eat in London) provided the perfect inspiration to get moving on a visit to this little celebrated part of Portugal producing some beautiful wines well worth seeking out. Continue reading

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Dan Witz Mosh Pit Paintings | #TCTalks Episode 11

Episode 11 of tikichris Talks features an in depth interview with New York artist Dan Witz about Mosh Pit Paintings 2010-2018, his exhibition currently on view at Stolenspace Gallery in East London. During our conversation we also chat about Dan’s activism and prolific street art as well as his punk rock past. Continue reading

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Dan Witz Mosh Pit Paintings | #TCTalks Episode 11

Episode 11 of tikichris Talks features an in depth interview with New York artist Dan Witz about Mosh Pit Paintings 2010-2018, his exhibition currently on view at Stolenspace Gallery in East London. During our conversation we also chat about Dan’s activism, prolific street art and activism as well as his punk rock past. Continue reading

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Best London Pizza of 2017

Anytime’s pizza time in London with these fantastic pizzerias. Continue reading

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Best London Cocktails of 2017

My quest for the Best of 2017 slurps on with sips of the city’s most interesting and delicious cocktails. Continue reading

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Best London Cheap Eats of 2017

Is it possible to grab a bite in London for five quid or less that’s still tasty and filling? Yep – especially in my neck of the woods. Continue reading

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Best London Restaurants of 2017

Londoners, did you dine well in 2017? I sure did – especially at five particularly amazing London restaurants. Continue reading

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Wild Turkey Lodge at The Ten Bells

The upstairs bar at classic Spitalfields pub, The Ten Bells, has been transformed into a Kentucky hunting lodge for the winter, compliments of Wild Turkey Bourbon. Continue reading

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Experiencing “City Zen” in London on an E-Bike

For the past month or so, I’ve been enjoying the hell out of riding around London on a gorgeous Cityzen C8 HMB e-bike on loan from Royal Dutch Gazelle. As my time in possession of it comes to an end I’m trying to eek out as many chances as I can to ride it before having to return it. Continue reading

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Understanding Rye with Karaway Bakery

Among the yummiest things I’ve had this year and definitely some of the tastiest breads I’ve come across in London are the ryes baked by Karaway. Continue reading

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Last Days of Shoreditch Winter La La Land

The lights are twinkling, the trees are decorated and festive fun is firmly top of the agenda. How about trying something a little different this season? Last Days of Shoreditch Winter La La Land is a winter pop-up like no other. Continue reading

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Momos and More Himalayan Inspired Dishes at Madame D

I was at Madame D’s in mid November taking up the restaurant on an invitation to have a taste of its recently launched menu, featuring a new range of gorgeous momos (Tibetan style dumplings). I loved every ferociously flavoursome bite. Continue reading

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Tower of London Ice Rink

If you fancy ice-skating this winter (until 2nd January) and you’re new to how it works in London, you need to book your place. Yes it’s that popular. Continue reading

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Preview: Immerse Erotic Storytelling at House of Kittens’ Menagerie

Immerse erotic theatre company House of Kittens is to host Menagerie, an evening of conceptual vignettes with an aim to “delve into the endless expression of pleasure to engage people in a new liberated theatrical movement.” Continue reading

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Hoxton Serves up Some Flavour

How do you like your art? Shaken, not stirred? How about edible? Well, now anything has been made possible. Smith and Sinclair, who made all our grown up dreams come true by creating alcohol pastilles, have teamed up with the equally indulgent Lanique liqueur to bring us The Flavour Gallery. Continue reading

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Shuffle Like Santa in Brick Lane

Following on from it’s roaring success last year, The London Shuffle Club pop up has returned to the Truman Brewery. Complete with retro Miami inspired decor, inflatable palm trees and flamingos we can now happily shuffleboard in Brick Lane. I went along to find out what this was all about. Continue reading

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Spitalfields Food: A Cut Above the Rest

One of London’s most historic and popular places to shop is also one of its ch Continue reading

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Autumn’s New Arrival: The Allegory

On the crisp autumn evening of 19th October, bar and restaurant heavyweights Drake and Morgan delivered their unmistakable dining style to East London. The Allegory opened it’s doors to a gathering of the capital’s press in Shoreditch in a much anticipated opening. Continue reading

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Preview: London Mezcal Week – A Celebration of Mezcal, Mexican Culture, Art and Food

In Oaxaca, Mexico they say that mezcal doesn’t make you drunk, it makes you magical. If you’ve tried it you know what they mean. If you haven’t, you’re about to because the first official London Mezcal Week is happening this week, 11 to 17 September 2017. Continue reading

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Rhythm Kitchen at Westfield Stratford City

At Westfield Stratford City and craving something good to eat? Might I recommend Rhythm Kitchen for quality Caribbean food? Continue reading

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Great Jamaican Cuisine at Rudie’s in Dalston

I don’t go out for Jamaican or Caribbean food all that often in London. It’s not because I don’t love the cuisine but because (save for a short list of awesome places) I tend to find most of what’s on offer doesn’t live up to my expectations of how good the food can be. So I’m pleased to report my recent dinner at Rudie’s in Dalston turned out to be such a tasty treat. Continue reading

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Bottomless Brunch at The Vincent

The Vincent near Hackney Downs has launched a weekend brunch menu featuring bottomless coffee, cocktails and prosecco alongside a yummy assortment of breakfast and otherwise brunch-able dishes. Continue reading

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Jazzgir, Canary Wharf

Jazzgir near South Quay brings Mediterranean cuisine with jazzy flair to the Docklands. Continue reading

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Mr Black’s Espresso Martini Festival

Coffee liqueur company, Mr Black, is launching London’s first festival dedicated to the espresso martini. Mr Black’s Espresso Martini Festival will run from 10 to 12 August at a range of bars, cafes and restaurants in London. Continue reading

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All Aboard for The Grand Journey with Bombay Sapphire

The Laverstoke Express has arrived in London inviting passengers to climb onboard for an immersive and delicious trip round the world with a stop along the way at every destination where Bombay Sapphire sources its ten botanicals. Continue reading

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Comida Fest 2017

Did you miss Comida Fest at Cutty Sark Gardens in Greenwich this past weekend? Well then you missed a couple of days of foodie fun. But don’t feel too bad about it. There’ll be a couple of other opportunities to … Continue reading

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