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America’s Most Underrated National Parks and What to Do There (Going Places)
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
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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Win a Bottle of Gin Lane 1751’s Victoria Pink
ndon-based distiller Gin Lane 1751 has added an authentically made pink gin to its line up of classic Victorian style gins. Handcrafted in small batches and distilled by eighth generation gin-maker, Charles Maxwell of Thames Distillers, Victoria Pink is full bodied and aromatic, with a floral flavour and a hint of spice. Continue reading
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Look for Melitta’s Coffee Bike! | My Coffee with Melitta
My friends at Melitta are hitting the road this summer and taking their coffee bike to events in London and beyond to demonstrate why they are the true pioneers of coffee enjoyment. For the latest post in the My Coffee … Continue reading
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Becky Kean, Cofounder of Nirvana Brewery
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)
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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What Type of Water Filter Will Be Best for Your House
Here is how you can choose a good water filter for your house. Continue reading
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Solange Berchemin and 111 Places in the Lake District (All Consumed)
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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Tagged 111 Places, 111 Places in the Lake District, 111 Places in the Lake District That You Shouldn't Miss, All Consumed, books, england, interview, lake district, Podcasts, Solange Berchemin, Travel
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Chez Maiss Restaurant and Wine Bar, Hammersmith
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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Tagged BARS, Broadway Shopping Centre, Broadway Shopping Centre West, cocktails, Drink, Food, HAMMERSMITH, Hammersmith Broadway, restaurants, reviews, Travel, W6, W6 9YD, west london, wine, wine bars
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How “Growing Your Own” Helped Britain Survive the World Wars
The devastation of the First World War saw a renewed emphasis by politicians and governments for it to be the war to end all wars. As we now know, this wasn’t the case, and it’s almost 80 years since the … Continue reading
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Win an AromaFresh Grind & Brew Coffee Maker | My Coffee with Melitta
Continuing to share My Coffee with you, I’ve teamed up with Melitta for another giveaway competition offering one lucky tikichris reader the chance to win an AromaFresh Grind & Brew coffee machine. Continue reading
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Posted in Coffee, Competition, Drink, Food, Freebies, My Coffee, My Coffee 2019, Shopping, Video
Tagged #WinMelittaAromaFresh, Aroma Fresh, AromaFresh, AromaFresh Grind & Brew, AromaFresh Grind and Brew, coffee, coffee machine, coffee maker, competition, Drink, Food, free, freebies, Instagram competition, Melitta, My Coffee, My Coffee 2019, My Coffee with Melitta, Shopping, Video
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Red Cross Week
The week of 6 to 12 May is Red Cross Week here in the UK. It’s a great opportunity to raise funds and awareness for a worthy cause. Continue reading
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Ryan Chetiyawardana Opens Super Lyan at the Kimpton De Witt in Amsterdam (All Consumed)
Join Chris on a quick trip to Amsterdam for the launch of the Super Lyan bar at the Kimpton De Witt hotel. While there, Chris sits down with Super Lyan founder, Ryan Chetiyawardana aka Mr Lyan, for an interview. Continue reading
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Tagged All Consumed, amsterdam, BARS, cocktails, Drink, Food, hotels, interview, Kimpton De Witt, luxury, Mr Lyan, netherlands, Podcasts, Ryan Chetiyawardana, Super Lyan, the netherlands
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Viet Hoa Cafe & Mess | Lucky 13
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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Posted in Drink, Food, London, Lucky 13, Restaurants, Travel
Tagged Drink, E2, E2 8DP, east london, Food, hoxton, kingsland road, London, Lucky 13, restaurants, reviews, shoreditch, Travel, vietnamese food, Vietnamese restaurants
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Good Stuff #89
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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Tagged books, Cologne, Drink, Food, good cause, good stuff, haircare, olive oil, Shampoo, Shopping, tea, Travel
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Why You are Seeing More Dogs and Cats in Airports
Emotional support animals provide therapeutic benefit to their disabled owners, helping reduce their anxiety and stress during travel. Only those with qualifying disabilities are eligible to make their pet an ESA. Learn more about why you are seeing more dogs and cats in airports. Continue reading
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Hot or Cold? Here’s How to Choose Where to Go Based on Your Favorite Types of Weather! (Miles Away)
Knowing when and how to plan trips based on your favorite type of weather can make it possible to stretch your summer out, extend a fantastic ski season, avoid the worst of winter and even escape reality (if only for a little while). Continue reading
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Neil Interviews Chris (and Visa Versa) at Calcutta Canteen (All Consumed)
In this episode of All Consumed, Neil and I catch up for lunch at Asma Khan’s Calcutta Canteen and talk about our backgrounds as food and travel writers and why we’ve decided to start this podcast. Continue reading
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Win 2 Adult CityPASS Mobile Tickets for Your Choice of 9 North American Cities
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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Tagged atlanta, Boston, canada, chicago, Dallas, Denver, houston, new york city, orlando, philadelphia, san francisco, Seattle, Southern California, Travel
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5 Tips for Achieving Sustainable Tourism (Going Places)
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
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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Tagged BARS, Drink, Food, Frankfurt, Frankfurt am Main, germany, Heimat, Metzgerei Tombers, restaurants, reviews, Travel, Unsung Cities
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How to Establish Your Travel Style in Your 20s (Going Places)
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
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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Why Thailand is the Ideal Destination to Visit in Your 20’s (Miles Away)
Thailand is called the Land of Smiles with good reason. It’s hard not to have fun when you visit this Southeast Asian nation. This is especially true for people visiting Thailand for the first time and heading there at an … Continue reading
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Win an Extra Thick Easter Egg from Hotel Chocolat
Have a look at all the eggscellent Extra Thick Easters Eggs Hotel Chocolat has offer this year! Continue reading
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Tagged chocolate, chocolate easter eggs, chocolate eggs, Chocolate Egss, competition, contest, dark chocolate, easter, easter 2014, easter eggs, egglets, Extra Thick Easter Egg, Extra Thick Egg, fine chocolate, Food, free, freebie, freebies, Hotel Chocolat, milk chocolate, Shopping, twitter competition, White Chocolate
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7 Benefits of a Health Food Delivery Service
If you’re looking at healthy meal delivery plans and wondering if such systems will work for you and your lifestyle, here are some great points for you to consider. Continue reading
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Fremantle’s Top Restaurants You Should Book in Advance
Fremantle is a popular destination rich in local culture and has many attractions that are a delight to discover. Beyond the remarkable tourist spots on its sleeve, Fremantle is starting to attract more travellers because of the best restaurants it … Continue reading
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How to Choose a Good Espresso Machine
For many people, the day cannot just take a start if they do not get a mug full of piping hot coffee. This dose of caffeine is important to wake up your mind and rejuvenate your mood so that you … Continue reading
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Tap Into Your Passions to Discover Your True Dream Destinations (Miles Away)
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
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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Tagged BARS, cheese, Chef Luke Vandore-Mackay, Chef Vandore-Mackay, cocktails, Drink, E2, E2 8AA, east london, Food, kingsland road, London, Luck Vandore-Mackay, parmesan, parmigiano-reggiano, recipes, Shopping, shoreditch, Travel, TT Liquor
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Becoming All Consumed | #TCTalks 69
Hey gang, I’m back with a new episode of tikichris Talks, episode 69 in fact. Sorry for the long hiatus. I’ve been really busy. Continue reading
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Tagged #TCTalks, All Consumed, Drink, Food, London, Neil Davey, PODCAST, Podcasts, TCTalks, Travel
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Win a Gift Set of Wonky Fruit and Veg Crisps from Spare Snacks
Spare Snacks is a start-up brand on a mission to turn wonky fruit and veg into tasty and nutritious crisps that are good for consumers, producers, and the planet. All Spare Snacks’ crisps are air dried, gluten-free, low calorie, high fibre, potassium rich, and vegan. Any one of the six different flavour packs counts as one of your five day. Continue reading
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Flexing Vegan | Temple of Seitan
Hail Seitan! I’m back with Flexing Vegan, a miniseries featuring reviews of eateries around London with vegan only menus. For my third flex, I’m having lunch in Hackney at Temple of Seitan. Continue reading
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Tagged burgers, cheeseburgers, chick'n, Drink, E9, E9 6NA, east london, Flexing Vegan, Flexitarian, Food, hackney, HACKNEY CENTRAL, hamburgers, London, morning lane, restaurants, reviews, seitan, spitalfields, Temple of Hackney, Temple of Seitan, tower hamlets, Travel, vegan, vegan burger, vegan burgers, Vegan restaurants, vegetarian
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Did You Know That … ?
Did you know that it’s legal to buy, sell, and trade cannabis seeds in the UK? During this time when the legality of pot usage is in question and changing in so many places across the globe, I believe it’s … Continue reading
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Things to Do in Cairo and Why You Should Visit Right Now! (Going Places)
A thriving metropolis of more than 20 million people and a crossroads of cultures for millennia, Cairo is a captivating destination with something for everyone to discover. Continue reading
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