Monthly Archives: May 2018

My Coffee with Melitta

Posted on 2018-05-31 by tikichris

Good morning! I’m partnering with premium coffee machine maker Melitta for a new series of My Coffee posts. Continue reading →

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My 420 Tours | #TCTalks Episode 20

Posted on 2018-05-29 by tikichris

Welcome back to tikichris Talks and thanks so much for listening. Recorded during a recent visit to Denver, Colorado, episode 20 features a fun and informative interview with Cynthia Ord, the Marketing Director for My 420 Tours – North America’s first legal cannabis tour company. Continue reading →

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The Biggest & Best Music Festivals That Are Worth a Visit to the UK (Miles Away)

Posted on 2018-05-28 by tikichris

Here are five of the biggest music festivals in Britain for the most musically inclined summertime bucket lists. Continue reading →

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CCTV in Food Factories

Posted on 2018-05-26 by tikichris

The importance of having CCTV surveillance in your food factories Continue reading →

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Win Dinner for Two at New Ceru Restaurant in Soho – Now Open!

Posted on 2018-05-25 by tikichris

Levantine restaurant, Ceru, has brought is delicious dining concept to Soho, with a second restaurant to complement its South Kensington location. Would you like a free taste for you and a foodie companion? Continue reading →

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Honi Poke Fenchurch Street

Posted on 2018-05-24 by tikichris

Honi Poke has opened its second location in London, this one near Fenchurch Street Station. Already a fan of Honi’s original Soho site (it’s probably my favourite poke in town), I was glad to hear the new of a more easterly sister outlet – and even more so when I got invited round to for a taste. Continue reading →

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Rooftop Film Club is Back

Posted on 2018-05-22 by Demi Perera

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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London Nights at the Museum of London

Posted on 2018-05-21 by Judith Schrut

“As daylight fades and darkness falls, London is transformed.” These words aptly set the stage for visitors entering London Nights, the newly-opened photography exhibition at the Museum of London. Continue reading →

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The Best International Spa Destinations to Relax and Recover (Going Places)

Posted on 2018-05-20 by tikichris

To help you restore your health and well-being, here are six of the best spa destinations around the world that will get you on the road to relaxation and recovery. Continue reading →

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K-Music Showcase Interviews

Posted on 2018-05-19 by Sheepa Miah

Sheepa Miah interviews the headlining musicians from the recent K-Music Showcase in London. Continue reading →

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Everything You Need to Know About Airline Benefits for Military Families (Miles Away)

Posted on 2018-05-18 by tikichris

American military families are expected to move around a great deal. With the great sacrifices already made by men and women in uniform, they deserve to be spared the additional stresses of frequent air travel. Continue reading →

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Infographic | Travel Guide to Jamaica

Posted on 2018-05-18 by tikichris

Here’s a handy and attractive infographic from travel comparison site, dealchecker, about how to have a fun and authentic time visiting one of my favourite Caribbean destinations. Continue reading →

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Raising Eyebrows with Lowbrow Rosé Pairings (31 Dover)

Posted on 2018-05-17 by tikichris

It pays to think pink when shopping for sunny day refreshments to drink with easygoing eats. Relegated to its own odd corner of way too naff for a certain set of folks and far too hoity-toity for others, rosé wine is often overlooked as an ideal option for all sorts of laidback occasions. Fact is these people are missing out. Rosé goes great with all sorts of grub – and is usually nicely priced for affordable foodie fun. Continue reading →

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The Most Beautiful Beaches in Mexico That You Need to Visit NOW! (Miles Away)

Posted on 2018-05-16 by tikichris

Dreaming of a beach break in a sunny clime? It’s hard to beat Mexico for a seaside getaway – no matter how much time or money you have to spend. Continue reading →

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Best Things to Do in Denver

Posted on 2018-05-15 by tikichris

Denver‎ is a beautiful city, and a lot of people consider it to be the heart of Colorado. It looks amazing, and at the same time it brings in front some amazing features that you will appreciate quite a bit. … Continue reading →

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Win Pass the Pigs Dice Game with Travel Case

Posted on 2018-05-14 by tikichris

This Pass the Pigs game set includes two small plastic piggies, a plastic travel case, score pad and two pencils. With the travel case, this small and lightweight version of the game is deal for road trips, train journeys and to pack for extended holidays. Continue reading →

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Everything You Need to Know about Airline Benefits for Military Families (Miles Away)

Posted on 2018-05-10 by tikichris

American military families are expected to move around a great deal. With the great sacrifices already made by men and women in uniform, they deserve to be spared the additional stresses of frequent air travel. Taking a step in the right direction, many U.S. airlines have consistently lightened the load with benefits for American military families. Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday St Pancras International

Posted on 2018-05-09 by Demi Perera

St. Pancras International Station turned 150 years old yesterday on the 8th of May. The station is celebrating with a series of events named Celebrate St Pancras – the people, the place, the journey to mark the occasion. The events, exhibitions and installations have been commissioned to showcase the transformation of the station since 1868. Continue reading →

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London Art Openings | Cedric Morris: Artist and Plantsman

Posted on 2018-05-07 by Judith Schrut

Art fans and garden lovers alike are sure to enjoy two exhibitions of 20th century Welsh artist and plantsman Cedric Morris, running concurrently at London’s Garden Museum and the Phillip Mould & Company’s gallery. Not heard of Cedric Morris? No, neither had I before viewing these shows. Maybe like the proverbial London bus, you wait ages and two stunners come along at once. Continue reading →

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Chef Vivek Singh | #TCTalks Episode 19

Posted on 2018-05-04 by tikichris

I’ve been following the career of Chef Vivek Singh for nearly as long as I’ve been writing about food. So it was a real privilege to interview him for this 19th episode of tikichris Talks. During our conversation, Chef Singh and I talk about his new restaurant at the Battersea Power Station as well as how his take on Modern Indian cuisine helped shape how Londoners eat today. Continue reading →

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London’s Southbank Centre Re-opening Events

Posted on 2018-05-03 by Judith Schrut

Great things are happening down at the Southbank Centre, the UK’s largest art venue, where the Hayward Gallery, Queen Elizabeth Hall and Purcell Room have just re-opened after a major facelift and refurb. Continue reading →

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2001: A Space Odyssey LIVE at Royal Festival Hall

Posted on 2018-05-02 by Judith Schrut

1968— Fifty years ago—  was a landmark year for movies, the release year for a massive feast of films now considered classics:  Oliver, the Odd Couple, Funny Girl, Yellow Submarine, Chitty-Chitty Bang-Bang,  Rosemary’s Baby and 2001: A Space Odyssey,  to name a handful. Expect plenty of Golden Anniversary screenings, fan events and limited-edition merchandise for each in the coming months. Continue reading →

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Win a Personalised Phone Case from GoCustomized

Posted on 2018-05-01 by tikichris

GoCustomized makes it possible for you to design your own personalized phone covers and tablet cases. I’ve teamed up with this new e-retailer to offer one lucky tikichris reader the chance to win a custom phone cover featuring your very own photo or favourite image. Continue reading →

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