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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.

Win a Bottle a Manchester Raspberry Infused Gin

Posted on 2019-01-21 by tikichris

Just in time for Valentine’s, I’ve got a beautiful bottle of Manchester Raspberry Infused Gin to give away. Continue reading →

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BlacKkKlansman | Rakuten TV

Posted on 2019-01-20 by tikichris

When browsing the Rakuten TV website last week and noticing that BlacKkKlansman (not to mention a lot of other great choices and loads of piping hot new releases) was available to buy or rent, it was something of a revelation – like my movie loving yearnings were given a new lease on life.

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Roasting Plant Brings Javabot (and Great Tasting Coffee) to London Bridge

Posted on 2019-01-19 by tikichris

New York-based Roasting Plant Coffee opened its first roastery/cafe in London this week, bringing with it Javabot – an automated roasting system and sleek piece of cafe-theatre kit. Continue reading →

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Good Stuff #84



Posted on 2019-01-19 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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10 Top Tempranillo Red Wines

Posted on 2019-01-19 by tikichris

It’s as Spanish as castanets and paella. Tempranillo (temp-ra-neo) makes some of Spain’s best red wines. The main red grape variety used in Rioja’s red wines, it has an unmistakeably savoury flavour, with hints of leather, tobacco leaves, and fruit … Continue reading →

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Win Free Tickets to the France Show

Posted on 2019-01-19 by tikichris

COMPETITION IS NOW OVER AND THE WINNERS HAVE BEEN CONTACTED. THANKS SO MUCH FOR READING TIKICHRIS. STILL KEEN TO ATTEND THE FRANCE SHOW? USE VOUCHER CODE TFSCOSB TO PURCHASE £3 TICKETS (REGULAR PRICE IS £13). BOOK HERE: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-france-show-2019-tickets-48331137734?discount=TFSCOSB The France … Continue reading →

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Camden Town Roadkill

Posted on 2019-01-17 by tikichris

If you seek beefy flavour and no faffing about, Camden Town Roadkill serves the sort of food that’ll stop you dead in your tracks. Continue reading →

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Tom Gosnell at His South London Meadery | #TCTalks 60



Posted on 2019-01-17 by tikichris

Here’s a buzzing conversation with Tom Gosnell at his Gosnells of London meadery in Peckham Rye. For this 60th episode of tikichris Talks, I chat with Tom about mead, the world’s oldest alcoholic beverage, and his contemporary take on making … Continue reading →

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Top 10 Wines to Drink with Curries

Posted on 2019-01-15 by tikichris

Wine and curry? It might sound unlikely. After all, it’s beer and curry for millions of us. Every week. Continue reading →

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Staysure’s Guide to UK Airport Parking

Posted on 2019-01-15 by tikichris

Travel insurance provider, Staysure, recently conducted a study about airport parking, which offers valuable insight into which airports provide the easiest and cheapest parking. Continue reading →

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Detox Menu at Chucs Restaurant & Cafe



Posted on 2019-01-14 by tikichris

Chucs (the eatery) is the sister concept of Chucs (the swimwear and men’s fashion label). I had been before to the Dover Street flagship of Chucs and found it to be a quite cosy spot and the food and drink to be good quality. The idea of visiting another Chucs and having a look at how the concept sat inside Harrods appealed to me. Continue reading →

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Curry House CoCo Ichibanya

Posted on 2019-01-13 by tikichris

Japan’s largest and best known chain of curry houses, CoCo Ichibanya, has opened near Leicester Square. For a full-on dose of filling comfort food served with fiery heat, a visit to this legendary eatery’s first European outpost is a must. Continue reading →

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Lost Boys Pizza + Croque Monsieur Absinthe Bar Open in Camden

Posted on 2019-01-13 by tikichris

Lost Boys Pizza differentiates from other London pizzerias in two ways. One, it adds charcoal to its dough for distinctively dark pizza crusts with earthy flavour. Two, it exhibits hardcore fanboy love for 80s vampire flick, The Lost Boys. Continue reading →

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What to Eat in Kobe, Japan (Great British Chefs)

Posted on 2019-01-12 by tikichris

A week in Japan’s western inland sea region of Setouchi was a tasty tour of highly anticipated indulgences and unexpectedly delicious surprises. My days were split between two cities, Kobe and Hiroshima, with short trips to their outskirts and nearby countryside. To say I ate well would be an understatement. Continue reading →

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New Vegan Dishes at Coya

Posted on 2019-01-11 by tikichris

Under the guidance of Culinary Director Sanjay Dwivedi, upscale Latin American restaurant Coya has added a range of new plant-based dishes to its menu. Continue reading →

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The Oystermen Seafood Bar & Kitchen

Posted on 2019-01-09 by tikichris

Heading over to The Oystermen for a friendly lunch earlier this week, I found the year and a half old eatery to be doing an even tastier job than before with an updated and broadened – but still exquisitely simple – menu. Continue reading →

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Talking about Indonesian Food and More with Chef Budiono Bin Sukim | #TCTalks 59

Posted on 2019-01-08 by tikichris

For the 59th episode of tikichris Talks, I have a coffee with Indonesian born chef, Budiono Bin Sukim. Continue reading →

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Lucky 13

Posted on 2019-01-06 by tikichris

2019 is the 13th anniversary of tikichris.com. I’m marking the seemingly inauspicious milestone with Lucky 13: a yearlong miniseries about 13 places to eat and drink that helped shape and define what I love about the London food and drink … Continue reading →

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Luca Maggiora and La Mia Mamma | #TCTalks 58

Posted on 2019-01-05 by tikichris

Episode 58 of tikichris Talks features an interview with hospitality entrepreneur and founder of La Mia Mamma restaurant, Luca Maggiora. During our conversation at La Mia Mamma on the King’s Road in Chelsea, Luca and I chat about his high … Continue reading →

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Win a Taster Box of Corkers Olive Oil Crisps Range

Posted on 2019-01-04 by tikichris



Keen something new to crunch? I’ve got a taster box of Corkers Olive Oil Crisps to share with one lucky tikichris reader. Continue reading →

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Get £4 Off Your First Three Rides with ViaVan

Posted on 2019-01-03 by tikichris

Have you tried ViaVan – the app that combines the best of a private taxi and public transport for affordable and fast trips across London? Sign up now with my referral code chris3a8r for £4 off your next three rides.

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Fantastic New Year | #TCTalks 57

Posted on 2019-01-02 by tikichris

Here’s a quick update on some things before I roll out the next set of in depth interview episodes. Continue reading →

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2019 Resolution

Posted on 2019-01-01 by tikichris

The new year is here. Time to resolve. My resolution for 2019 is a simple one: to honour my thoughts. Continue reading →

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Trips100’s Top 20 UK Travel Blogs of 2018

Posted on 2018-12-31 by tikichris

I’m chuffed to report that Trips100 has listed tikichris as one of its top 20 blogs of the year. Even better, this blog made it into the top 10. What a lovely note to end the year on! Yep, tikichris … Continue reading →

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Tips on Choosing a Good Online Casino for Gambling

Posted on 2018-12-29 by tikichris

Online casinos are an exciting way to play your favorite casino games from the comfort of your own home, and can often be a great alternative to land-based casinos. However, when it comes to choosing an online casino, the huge range of options available can sometimes feel slightly daunting. Continue reading →

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How to Smoke A Brisket Like a Pro

Posted on 2018-12-28 by tikichris

Whether it’s the chilly winters or the hot summer, everybody loves to dig into a juicy bbq any time of the year. After all, it is the best technique to cook or smoke meat and have been used by many … Continue reading →

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Good Stuff #83

Posted on 2018-12-27 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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The Connaught Bar Gin

Posted on 2018-12-26 by tikichris

The Connaught Bar at The Connaught Hotel in Mayfair has launched its own gin, crafted and distilled in house to commemorate the 10th anniversary of this luxurious award-winning bar. Yet another London-made gin on the market? Yeah, I known. There’s … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas

Posted on 2018-12-25 by tikichris

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If We Make It Through December | #TCTalks Episode 56

Posted on 2018-12-24 by tikichris

Last cast of the year! Merry Christmas everybody. See you in the 2019. Continue reading →

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The Lebanese Bakery, Covent Garden

Posted on 2018-12-23 by tikichris

Just over half-a-year old the London branch (and only other outlet) of  The Lebanese Bakery does a steady trade offering a menu of manousheh (flatbreads) and mouajjanet (“bite sized bakes”) to a mix of customers in its tidy Russell Street eatery with open kitchen and giant oven in full view. Continue reading →

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Zia Lucia – Boxpark Wembley, Pizzeria and Burrata Bar

Posted on 2018-12-22 by tikichris

Two locations are not enough for ambitious independent pizzeria, Zia Lucia. Now west Londoners can get a slice of the action with a third location now serving Neapolitan style pizzas from a wood-fired oven at Boxpark Wembley. Continue reading →

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Sherry Christmas

Posted on 2018-12-21 by tikichris

Tis the season for a tipple. I reckon sherries are among the most suitable and satisfying drinks for yearend festivities and winter recollections. Continue reading →

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Shaun Caleb, Master Distiller at El Dorado | #TCTalks Episode 55

Posted on 2018-12-20 by tikichris

Shaun Caleb, Master Distiller of El Dorado Rum, takes time out of his busy day in Guyana to speak with me about his job working for one of the worlds first premium rums and explains what sets it apart from the competition. He also shares some top tips on how best to enjoy El Dorado during your Christmas and New Years celebrations. Continue reading →

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Unsung Cities | Cleveland, Ohio

Posted on 2018-12-17 by tikichris

For the second profile in my series about Unsung Cities, I travel to the American Midwest to enjoy few tasty days in the lowbrow wonderland of Cleveland, Ohio. Continue reading →

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