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About tikichris

Chris Osburn is the founder, administrator and editor of tikichris. In addition to blogging, he works as a freelance journalist, photographer, consultant and curator.

Best Pizza of 2019



A slice of the best in London and beyond … As part of my Best of 2019 series, here’s my list of preferred pizzas from the past year.

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Best Coffee of 2019



Here’s another cup of my Best of 2019 lists. This time around I look at my favourite spots for coffee this past year. Reliable standbys and pleasant surprises in London, excellent barista led brewing in Cork and a roomy spread … Continue reading

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Best Breakfasts of 2019

Time for breakfast! But where’s the best? Continuing with my Best of 2019 series, I’ve got a couple of London faves to recommend and a few in the US and Ireland (Buffalo and Cork are awesome destinations for epic a.m. … Continue reading

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Best Podcasts of 2019

First up in my Best of 2019 series is a look at my favourite listens of the year: podcasts. Yeah, I know podcasts (particularly the ones I subscribe to) don’t represent my typical food, drink and travel content. But I … Continue reading

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Best of 2019

As 2019 draws to an end, I would like to share its highlights with a year-end roundup of posts about the best food, drink, and travel related treats that I came across over the past 12 months. With respect to blogging, 2019 … Continue reading

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How to Take Care of Your Tyres During the Winter Season

If you are a good and careful driver, you will want to be sure that you are doing the best for your vehicle no matter what the season is. In summer, checking your tyres are properly inflated and visually checked … Continue reading

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Preparing for Your First Trip to Japan

If you have been a constant visitor to some of the most amazing areas of Europe like the Mediterranean cities, there’s a good chance that you have spent time in some beautiful vacation destinations. Perhaps you have been a frequent … Continue reading

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Making Money Off Your Delayed Flight: Legit or Scam?

If you’ve ever experienced a flight delay, no matter how long or short, you know the frustration that comes with it. Even a delay as little as ten minutes can cause havoc on your travel plans, from friends and family … Continue reading

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Vintage Rides with Stunning Vistas

On the open road with adventure just beyond your handlebars and nothing between you and that adventure except your visor … a motorcycle road trip is perhaps the most invigorating and complete way to travel with fewer barriers and buffers … Continue reading

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Our Favorite Cities in Europe to Visit for a Weekend Trip in 2020 (Going Places)

So many cities, so little time! That’s the wonderful – and daunting – thing about Europe. There are just so many neatly compact gems of urban culture that it can be tough deciding which ones are most worth seeing for … Continue reading

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Adventure Traveler? Make Sure These 12 Things Are on Your Survival Gear List (Miles Away)

Do you have what it takes to brave the elements? Yes, you’ll need resolve and personal constitution — the right stuff so to speak — but you’ll also need the right gear to ensure your adventure is a success. This … Continue reading

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Mr Ji – Taiwanese Night Market Chicken
 in Soho

Following a successful pop-up in Camden, Mr Ji has opened a restaurant in on Old Compton Street in Soho where fried chicken Taiwanese style is the menu’s main dish bolstered by an assortment of bao, inventive sides and flavoursome sauces. … Continue reading

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What to See in Paris If You Love the Macabre & Mysterious

They call Paris the City of Lights, and with good reason. The vibrant capital of France is a beacon of wonder to travelers from across the globe. Whether it’s the arts, food, fashion, architecture or just a certain je ne … Continue reading

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Chicken Royalty: Looking back on the Buffalo Wing Festival with the founder, Drew “The Wing King” Cerza | Spread It, Dip It, Wing It | #TCTalks #76

Here’s something hot and saucy for ya that you definitely shouldn’t bwack at: the second instalment in my series of blog posts and podcast episodes about my trip to Buffalo, New York to visit the National Buffalo Wing Festival as … Continue reading

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Make the Most of Your France Adventure with These Amazing Day Trips from Paris (Going Places)

In Paris for an extended stay and want to see a bit more of France (or even other parts of Europe)? Here are some ideas for taking sensational side trips from the French capital with tips on accessing some of … Continue reading

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Visit These 6 Vineyards Near London

London is rich in culture, dynamic nightlife, and amazing places to drink – from historic pubs to trendsetting cocktail bars and some of the best wine bars in the world. In fact increasingly, the greater London area and neighbouring counties … Continue reading

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Win One of Three Bottles of Langley’s England Gin

COMPETITION IS NOW OVER AND THE WINNERS HAVE BEEN CONTACTED. THANKS SO MUCH FOR READING TIKICHRIS. PLEASE STAY TUNED FOR LOTS MORE FUN AND FREEBIES TO COME. Langley’s England produces quality gin through traditional methods for flavoursome results. The Hamphire-based … Continue reading

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Scotland’s Top 8 Whisky Distillery Tours – Holidu



Thirsty for authentic culture and a taste of the water of life? Head to Scotland for a top rated distillery tour. Scotland is a destination I have been to many times and one of a very few places I long … Continue reading

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12 Places That Are Just Crazy Enough for Perfect Adventure Vacations (Miles Away)

Is a trip minus any sort of pulse-quickening activities too much of a bore for you? Then leave the poolside naps to the laggards and get busy making plans to go somewhere far more exhilarating! Adventure vacations are bigger than … Continue reading

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Black (Coffee) Friday Savings | My Coffee with Melitta

Like your coffee and your Fridays black? Check out these Black Friday deals exclusive to the eShop at melitta.co.uk.

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Happy Thanksgiving | #TCTalks 75

Let us give thanks. Listen now: https://tikichris.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/TCT-2019.11.28-THANKSGIVING.mp3 Download and subscribe to tikichris Talks at Apple Podcasts. Follow and save tikichris Talks on Spotify.

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Are Travel Credit Cards Worth It? Here’s Everything You Need to Know to Decide for Yourself! (Miles Away)

If you have plans to travel abroad then it’s a good idea to look into getting a travel credit card. Although not a perfect option for all travelers or for every international itinerary, travel credit cards can prove useful in … Continue reading

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Want to Learn to Ski? Visit One of These Ski Destinations! (Miles Away)

All grown up but never learned how to ski? Or maybe you used to be able to ski pretty well when you were younger, but it’s been decades since you last hit the slopes. Never fear! Learning to ski or … Continue reading

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Top Things for Nature Lovers to Do in Asheville, North Carolina (Going Places)

With the highest point east of the Mississippi River, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and all sorts of other scenic areas to explore within easy reach — western North Carolina offers an abundance of opportunities … Continue reading

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Asheville Breweries Every Craft Beer Lover Should Check Out When They’re in North Carolina (Miles Away)

If you’re a craft beer lover, then the city of Asheville in North Carolina needs to be a destination on your travel bucket list. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountain, it’s one of the East Coast’s top beer towns with … Continue reading

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7 Winter Wedding Ideas That Will Help You Find the Perfect Spot to Say “I Do” (Miles Away)

Whatever the weather and whenever the season, your wedding should go exactly the way you’ve always wished. For some couples, winter is the best time of year to tie the knot. Indeed, the colder months of the year offer all … Continue reading

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Win a Surprise Food, Drink or Travel Book

I’ve gone through my personal library and decided I should share some of my books with the world. I’ve got lots of cookbooks and food and drink themed books, and travel books. Up for a bit of mystery and want to receive a free book for free? Continue reading

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Lamezia Pizza & Fresh Pasta

Family run Lamezia Pizza & Fresh Pasta is a welcoming little eatery that serves big portioned, big flavoured Calabrian cuisine. Continue reading

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10 Tips for Stress-Free Travel During the Thanksgiving Holiday (Miles Away)

Ahhh, Thanksgiving. A time to feast with family and close friends and celebrate what we’re most grateful for, but it’s a holiday that can also be an especially hectic time for those of us who need to fly to spend … Continue reading

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The Tokyo Food Scene: Were to Go and What to Eat (Going Places)

Distinctively delicious cuisine is one of the greatest gifts Japan has shared with the rest of the world. The best place in Japan to indulge in some of the country’s tastiest dishes is definitely Tokyo. This fast-paced but perfectly polite … Continue reading

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Vermouth 49

On of only a very few handful of vermouth bars in London, Vermouth 49 at Maltby Street is an ideal spot for causal and flavoursome drinks. I don’t know if you noticed, but I haven’t been publishing nearly as many … Continue reading

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Win a Polaroid Pop Instant Digital Camera



COMPETITION IS NOW OVER AND THE WINNER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. THANKS SO MUCH FOR READING TIKICHRIS. PLEASE STAY TUNED FOR LOTS MORE FUN AND FREEBIES TO COME. Here’s your chance to win a Polaroid Pop Instant Digital Camera and start … Continue reading

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Interview with Orange Buffalo (in Buffalo, Post Buffalo Wing Festival) | Spread It, Dip It, Wing It | #TCTalks 74

Here’s something hot and saucy for ya that you definitely shouldn’t bwack at: the second instalment in my series of blog posts and podcast episodes about my trip to Buffalo, New York to visit the National Buffalo Wing Festival as … Continue reading

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The Secrets to Successfully Traveling Alone in Your 40s (Going Places)

Here are a few tips to help ensure your experiences traveling alone in your 40s are as amazing as you deserve them to be. Continue reading

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The Story of the World’s Best Beef: How Kobe Conquered the Globe (City AM)

Wedged between the Rokko mountain range and Osaka Bay, Kobe is the sixth largest city in Japan with more than a million and a half people. Its namesake beef doesn’t come from the city itself but from the surrounding farmland of Hyogo Prefecture where Kobe is the capital and the key port. Continue reading

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