Tag Archives: Travel

Resuscitation | #TCTalks 70

Posted on 2019-08-19 by tikichris

Hi listeners (if there are any of you left). I’m sorry for taking nearly five month to air a new episode of this podcast. I’ve been busy with a new job (WHA … ?!?) while continuing to create lots more shows on my other podcast, All Consumed. Continue reading →

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Resuscitation | #TCTalks 70

Posted on 2019-08-19 by tikichris

Hi listeners (if there are any of you left). I’m sorry for taking nearly five month to air a new episode of this podcast. I’ve been busy with a new job (WHA … ?!?) while continuing to create lots more shows on my other podcast, All Consumed. Continue reading →

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World Steak Challenge 2019: And the Winners Are …

Posted on 2019-07-31 by tikichris

For the first time in its five year history, World Steak Challenge held its annual competition outside of London. The 2019 event to determine the World’s Best Sirloin, World’s Best Rib Eye and World’s Best Fillet and to recognise and … Continue reading →

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Is Travel Insurance Worth It? Here’s Why It’s Important for Your Next Trip (Miles Away)

Posted on 2019-07-31 by tikichris

Nobody likes to think about bad things happening on a trip. However, it’s important to be prepared for unlucky occurrences — no matter how unlikely most of them might be. One of the best ways to safeguard against unfortunate travel events is to take out a travel insurance policy before setting off. But how do you decide when and if you need it? Continue reading →

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Good Stuff #92

Posted on 2019-07-28 by tikichris

Good stuff and lots of it! Here’s the low down on some fine things to see, sip, savour and more – all of which I’ve recently come across and thought were worth sharing with you. Enjoy. Continue reading →

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World Steak Challenge 2019

Posted on 2019-07-27 by tikichris

For the first time in its five year history, World Steak Challenge held its annual competition outside of London. The 2019 event to determine the World’s Best Sirloin, World’s Best Rib Eye and World’s Best Fillet and to reward the producers of those cuts for a delicious job well done (or ideally medium-rare I suppose) was in Dublin. Celebrated Fire Restaurant and Lounge was a most accommodating host venue for all the judging of more than 300 cuts of steak from 25 countries.
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California Eating (All Consumed)

Posted on 2019-07-21 by tikichris

All Consumed is a podcast about food, drink and travel hosted by Neil Davey and Chris Osburn. In this episode, the two catch up for a chat about their most recent California dining experiences. During their conversation, Neil and Chris … Continue reading →

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Delights of the Dordogne

Posted on 2019-07-20 by Judith Schrut

Judith Schrut sets off on an adults-only adventure exploring the food, drink and other pleasures of Dordogne, France. Writer Henry Miller famously said, “it must have been a paradise for thousands of years …the Dordogne will live on just as … Continue reading →

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Where Should I Study Abroad If I’m on a Budget? Here Are 6 Cheap Destinations to Consider (Miles Away)

Posted on 2019-07-16 by tikichris

Here’s our look at some of the most affordable countries in the world where you can study abroad. Continue reading →

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To Drink. Not to Be Drunk. A Chat with Big Drop Brewing Founder Rob Fink (All Consumed)

Posted on 2019-07-06 by tikichris

All Consumed is a podcast about food, drink and travel hosted by Neil Davey and Chris Osburn. The latest episode features an interview by Neil with Rob Fink, founder of Big Drop Brewing, a London and Suffolk based brewery making 0.5% ABV beers. Continue reading →

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The Secret Behind El Pirata’s 25 Years in Mayfair



Posted on 2019-07-01 by tikichris

Mayfair mainstay, El Pirata, recently celebrated 25 years of serving quality tapas in its lively Down Street setting. Continue reading →

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6 Underrated Caribbean Beaches You Need to Visit! (Going Places)

Posted on 2019-06-26 by tikichris

Dreaming of getting away from it all for a carefree Caribbean beach break? You’re not alone! Who doesn’t like the idea of powdery white sand beaches, turquoise waters and glowing orange and pink sunsets melting away to star-filled nights? Continue reading →

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Could You Live in a Villa in Greece?

Posted on 2019-06-21 by tikichris

There are many types of lodgings when it comes to building or buying or renting the place you are going to stay either alone or with your family for shorter or longer periods of time: a house (terraced, semi-detached or … Continue reading →

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Good Stuff #91

Posted on 2019-06-16 by tikichris

Good stuff and lots of it!

Here’s the low down on some fine things to see, sip, savour and more – all of which I’ve recently come across and thought were worth sharing with you. Enjoy. Continue reading →

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More Sun for Fun: Here’s How You Can Enjoy the Summer Solstice in These Northern Cities (Miles Away)

Posted on 2019-06-11 by tikichris

h summer solstice coming soon, we thought now would be an ideal time to take a look at a few of our favorite far north cities so you can find cheap international flights to go experience the midnight sun in its full glory. Continue reading →

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John Gregory-Smith Talks about Saffron in the Souks (All Consumed)

Posted on 2019-06-08 by tikichris

You’ve seen him on TV, you’ve probably seen his recipes in assorted weekend supplements, you may well have one of his previous four books … you might even have seen him in an airport, rushing off on a travel assignment or a research trip. Today though, John Gregory-Smith is in London – only just, he’s off to Australia after this chat – and chatting about his life, his career and, particularly, his newest book, Saffron in the Souks (available now, Kyle Books, £25). Continue reading →

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Kanada-Ya Adds Gyoza to the Menu

Posted on 2019-05-26 by tikichris

The tonkotsu ramen specialists at Kanada-Ya have added gyoza to the menu. Already a fan of all the other delectable morsels served at this Japan restaurant’s three London outlets, I was keen to have a taste of the most recent addition as soon as possible. Continue reading →

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Magnificent Manila: 7 Experiences That Will Make You Want to Visit ASAP! (Miles Away)

Posted on 2019-05-22 by tikichris

he capital of the Philippines and the Pearl of the Orient, Manila is an excellent place to visit … and a destination that’s way too underrated. Continue reading →

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America’s Most Underrated National Parks and What to Do There (Going Places)

Posted on 2019-05-14 by tikichris

Here’s our look at 10 of the best national parks that are least appreciated, with reasons why you shouldn’t overlook them when booking round trip flights to your next outdoor adventure. Continue reading →

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How to Book Hotel Room for Large Families

Posted on 2019-05-13 by tikichris

Booking hotel rooms for large families is a lot easier than you think, but you need to be sure that you have followed the steps below so that you can get good results. Continue reading →

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Becky Kean, Cofounder of Nirvana Brewery

Posted on 2019-05-10 by tikichris

In this episode, Neil thought I had arranged to visit East London’s Nirvana Brewery …  and I thought Neil had arranged to visit East London’s Nirvana Brewery. In any case, we both turned up there and, fortunately, director and cofounder Becky Kean was gracious enough to let us stay and tell us all about her excellent alcohol-free beers. Continue reading →

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Island Hopping in Indonesia: The Best Islands to Visit (Going Places)

Posted on 2019-05-09 by tikichris

With more than 17,000 islands, there’s a lot more to the Asian Pacific nation of Indonesia than vacationing in Bali (not that there’s anything wrong with that!). Here’s a look at very few of the best islands to visit in … Continue reading →

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Solange Berchemin and 111 Places in the Lake District (All Consumed)

Posted on 2019-05-06 by tikichris

In this episode of All Consumed, I interview writer and photographer Solange Berchemin about her new book, 111 Places in the Lake District That you Shouldn’t Miss. Published by Emons as part of its 111 Places/111 Shops series, Solange’s book provides an insider’s guide to the Lake District and features interesting and unusual places not found in traditional travel guides. Continue reading →

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Chez Maiss Restaurant and Wine Bar, Hammersmith



Posted on 2019-05-05 by tikichris

Newly opened Chez Maiss inside the Broadway Shopping Centre at Hammersmith Station was everything I had hoped to encounter when reviewing a restaurant. It’s a hidden gem in plain sight offering delicious food and drink in a convenient location. Continue reading →

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Good Stuff #90

Posted on 2019-05-04 by Judith Schrut

Here’s the low down on some fine things to see, sip, savour and more which contributor Judith Schrut discovered at this year’s Natural and Organic Products Europe show and thought were worth sharing with you. Enjoy. Continue reading →

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Viet Hoa Cafe & Mess | Lucky 13



Posted on 2019-04-27 by tikichris

Among the bevy of Vietnamese eateries clustered along the Hoxton stretch of Kingsland Road is one that always has pleased my palate nightly every time I’ve visited: Viet Hoa Cafe & Mess. I’ve been dining there since 2006. Opened by two refugees, Viet Hoa was just a couple of years old at that time but still one of the first restaurants – if not actually the very first – to start out on what is now called “Pho Mile.” Continue reading →

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Good Stuff #89



Posted on 2019-04-26 by tikichris

Good stuff and lots of it!
Here’s the low down on some fine things to see, sip, savour and more – all of which I’ve recently come across and thought were worth sharing with you. Enjoy. Continue reading →

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Win 2 Adult CityPASS Mobile Tickets for Your Choice of 9 North American Cities



Posted on 2019-04-21 by tikichris

Do you have plans to visit the US or Canada sometime over the next year? I’ve got just the thing to help you save money and have more fun on your trip: two adult CityPASS mobile tickets for your choice of one of nine cities. Continue reading →

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5 Tips for Achieving Sustainable Tourism

 (Going Places)

Posted on 2019-04-19 by tikichris

Sustainable tourism is a term bandied about willy-nilly these day without nearly as much effort put into what’s actually behind the concept and how everyday people can put it into practice when planning trips. Continue reading →

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Unsung Cities | Frankfurt am Main, Germany



Posted on 2019-04-16 by tikichris

The fourth profile in my series about the unjustly Unsung Cities of the world is about forthright Frankfurt am Main. Continue reading →

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How to Establish Your Travel Style in Your 20s (Going Places)

Posted on 2019-04-15 by tikichris

Your 20s is the time in your life when you can finally travel on your own and have the last word on any decision about where you go. During this first full decade of adulthood, it’s important to keep in … Continue reading →

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Win a Pair of Tickets to the First Ever LondonCats International Show and Cat Extravaganza

Posted on 2019-04-14 by tikichris

Join thousands of cat enthusiasts at the LondonCats’ Cat Extravaganza! For the first time ever, an international show about all things feline is coming to Central London – and I’ve got a free pair of tickets to it to share with one lucky tikichris reader. Continue reading →

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Full Steam Ahead with the Royal Windsor Steam Express

Posted on 2019-04-12 by Judith Schrut

The Royal Windsor Steam Express will provide excursions to the historic city of Windsor by steam train three times daily on Tuesdays, while the Sunset Steam Express offers fabulous evening trips from London to the scenic hills, villages and downs of rural Surrey. Continue reading →

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Tap Into Your Passions to Discover Your True Dream Destinations (Miles Away)

Posted on 2019-03-26 by tikichris

Choosing a destination based on the things you’re passionate about can be a wise way to determine where you’re likely to have the most meaningful and memorable experiences. Continue reading →

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Cocktail Class at TT Liquor with Parmigiano Reggiano

Posted on 2019-03-25 by tikichris

How’s this for the ultimate cheesy cocktail event: a Parmigiano Reggiano tasting experience pairing dishes featuring Italy’s most famous cheese with drinks at celebrated Shoreditch watering hole, TT Liquor? Continue reading →

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