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Happy Dog | Cleveland Talks | #TCTalks Episode 47
This last episode of Cleveland Talks features an interview with Sean Watterson of Happy Dog. With outlets in Detroit Shoreway and University Circle, Sean’s gourmet hot dog and craft beer bars offer an enlightened and eclectic lineup of live music and thought provoking events to encourage community cohesion in an easygoing and welcoming setting. Continue reading
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Ham Passion Tour: Jamon Iberico Samples and Carving Demos
Love Jamon Iberico or wonder why so many people make such a big deal about Spanish ham? If you’re out shopping at Westfield London or Liverpool ONE in the coming days keep an eye out for a “Ham Truck| offering free samples of Iberian Ham as well as carving demonstrations and more as part of a 25,000 Ham Passion Tour of Europe. Continue reading
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Glass Bubble Project | Cleveland Talks | #TCTalks Episode 46
This episode of Cleveland Talks features an interview Michael Kaplan, owner of the Glass Bubble Project. Located in Ohio City neighbourhood next to West Side Market, Glass Bubble is the city’s premier glass blowing studio and gallery. Continue reading
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My Coffee with Melitta | Christmas Gifts for Coffee Lovers
With its premium range of bean to cup machines, filter coffeemakers, pour-over manual brewers, filters and other coffee accessories, Melitta is the brightest brand to keep in mind for a caffeinated Christmas that’ll keep you and yours carolling with glee all season. Continue reading
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Brewnuts Donut Bar | Cleveland Talks | #TCTalks Episode 45
Shelley and John Pippin are co owners of Brewnuts, a donut bar in Cleveland’s Detroit Shoreway/Gordon Square Arts District. The couple was kind enough to take time out of a busy day to chat with me about their brilliant concept and the story behind it. Continue reading
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Larder: A Curated Delicatessen & Bakery | Cleveland Talks | #TCTalks Episode 44
This episode of the tikichris Talks miniseries – Cleveland Talks – features an interview with Jeremy Umansky, one of the owners of Larder, a “curated delicatessen and bakery” in Cleveland’s Hingetown neighbourhood. Continue reading
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Cleveland Talks | #TCTalks Episode 43
Here’s an introduction to Cleveland Talks, a podcast miniseries featuring conversations with independent business owners in Cleveland, Ohio about their hometown and why they adore it so much. Continue reading
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The Cheddar Gorge Cheese Company
An invitation to visit Cheddar Gorge as a guest of The Cheddar Gorge Cheese Company helped me understand why a cheese can be called “Cheddar” without being from Cheddar and also equally appreciate the unique conditions that make Cheddar Gorge an ideal setting for producing exceptional cheeses. Continue reading
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A Christmas Story House, Cleveland
The central set of one of America’s most cherished festive season flicks is a major attraction in Cleveland with tours offered of the house where A Christmas Story was filmed. Continue reading
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Win a Pickle People Hamper from Opies
Are you a “pickle person”? Then Opies is the brand for you as is this competition offering one lucky tikichris reader the chance to win a free hamper of Opies products worth £30. Continue reading
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50th Anniversary Screenings of 2001: A Space Odyssey at IMAX Science Museum
Kubrick masterpiece 2001: A Space Odyssey turns 50. To celebrate the cinematic milestone, the Science Museum will host a series of IMAX 15/70mm screenings of this classic science fiction flick. Continue reading
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Beyond Barcelona and Costa Brava: A Road Trip is the Best Way to Explore Catalunya (Metro)
If you love visiting Barcelona and the Costa Brava, but have started to develop a been-there-done-that attitude toward the big city and coastal pleasures of Catalunya, you might want to consider delving deeper into the region. The interior of Catalunya offers a distinctively exotic edge that’s anything but a watered down version of Spanish and French cultures. Continue reading
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Adrenalin Fuelled Stag Activities
Last Night of Freedom has produced a list of the most adrenaline fuelled activities you can get up to on that pre-wedding getaway. Continue reading
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Tagged Bachelor parties, Entertainment, Last Night of Freedom, sports, Stag parties, Travel
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7 Destinations Where You Can Have a Snowy White Wedding (Going Places)
Are those wedding bells we hear — or sleigh bells? It’s both, here comes the bride! For those dreaming of tying the knot in a winter wonderland setting, but unsure of where to go, we’ve got a list of the … Continue reading
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Best Bars in Hamburg
Last Night of Freedom runs down the best places to partake in one of Germany’s oldest customs. Continue reading
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Good Stuff #81
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.
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Eine: Everything Starts Somewhere | #TCTalks Episode 42
Episode 42 of tikichris Talks features an interview with street artist Ben Eine. More widely known simply as Eine, the Southeast London born artist has found international success and garnered quite a fan base for his large-scale block letter paintings. Continue reading
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Pure Indian Cooking, Putney Bridge
Pure Indian Cooking near Putney Bridge Station in Fulham offers a fresh take on South Asian cuisine with fine dining flourishes that suggest Chef Patron Shilpa Dandekar’s kitchen is one to watc Continue reading
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Flat Iron King’s Cross
No fuss steakhouse, Flat Iron, recently launched its sixth London outlet with minimal fanfare but plenty of fans queuing up nonetheless. I was one of them. Continue reading
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Passyunk Avenue: A Taste of Philadelphia in London | #TCTalks Episode 41
For episode 41 of tikichris Talks, I chat with JP Teti, owner of Passyunk Avenue, a South Philly style bar in Fitzrovia. With the Philadelphia Eagles set to play against the Jacksonville Jaguars this weekend at Wembley Stadium, I thought now would be a great time to head over to Passyunk for a cheesesteak and conversation with JP. Continue reading
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Must Eat Restaurants for When You Visit Phoenix (Going Places)
If you’re interested in dining at some of the best restaurants in Phoenix, read on to learn where you should go. Continue reading
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Win a Chocolate Hamper from Lir Chocolates
Beloved Irish chocolate brand, Lir Chocolates, is now available in the UK. Fancy a taste for free? I’ve got two Lir Chocolate hampers to give away. Continue reading
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HalloWeekends at Cedar Point, the Roller Coaster Capital of the World
The world’s best roller coasters PLUS all sorts of Halloween mischief (and Snoopy too)? I had a blast during my HalloWeekends visit to Cedar Point, the roller coaster capital of the world. Continue reading
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Warm Weather Destinations for Your Winter Wedding (Miles Away)
For the bluest skies and warmest rays of sunshine, take a look at this list of some of the best warm wedding destinations! Continue reading
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50th Anniversary Screenings of George A Romero’s Night of the Living Dead
The mother of the modern zombie genre and one of the greatest horror movies of all time is being celebrated with screenings of a restored and remastered version of Night of the Living Dead by George A Romero. Continue reading
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Turning the Big 4-O? Time to Build a Better Bucket List! (Miles Away)
Here are some tips on how to prioritize and design a better travel bucket list that matches the interests of the more mature and experienced person you’ve become. Continue reading
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David Greenwood-Haigh: Chocolate with Heart | #TCTalks Episode 40
Award-winning chocolatier David Greenwood-Haigh is the guest for episode 40 of tikichris Talks. During our chat, David guides me through a chocolate tasting while sharing insights from his decades of experience in the food industry, his travels to Haiti and Sao Tome and his efforts to help revitalise cocoa-production and chocolate-making in these impoverished nations. Continue reading
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7 Tourist Scams to Avoid in Amsterdam
Amsterdam is one of those cities that you have to visit at least once in your entire life. There are so many things you can do, see, and experience while visiting this city – but there are dangers that come with those as well. Continue reading
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Win a Skull-Shaped Bottle Filled with Absinthe Emanuelle from Il Gusto
Just in time for Halloween, I’ve teamed up with Il Gusto for an especially spirited competition that’ll see one lucky tikichris reader win a skull-shaped bottle filled with absinthe. Continue reading
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Henry Jeffreys about His New Book: The Home Bar | #TCTalks Episode 39
For episode 39 of tikichris Talks, I chat with drinks writer Henry Jeffreys at the celebrated Dukes Bar in St James’s. Henry talks about his new book, The Home Bar, and offers tips on how to create your own bar at home. Continue reading
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Inigo Sushi Handrolls
Inigo Sushi Handrolls are served from a cubbyhole kiosk and provide a yummy quick fix for passersby near Bank Station. Continue reading
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Tequila & Mezcal Fest 2018 | Index
I hope you enjoyed reading about the team up with this year’s Tequila and Mezcal Fest and that you were able to take advantage of the deep discount for ticket and some of the prizes offered to tikichris readers. Continue reading
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Learning to Cook (City AM)
The Cook Islands is a nation comprising 15 small islands sprinkled across a patch of the South Pacific, roughly halfway between Hawaii and New Zealand. As remote as they are spectacular, the collection of islands is reminiscent of Hawaii before its mid-century tourism-boom, and though the largest of its islands is today ringed by boutique hotels, much of the country is untouched and feels wildly tropical. Continue reading
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7 Tips for Eeking Out a Bit of Fun When You Travel for Business (Miles Away)
Do you have some work-related travel coming up that has you wondering if you’ll be able to see more than the airport, your hotel and the boardroom? Getting beyond the beige to experience a touch of local color while earning your livelihood isn’t always easy, but it’s usually not impossible. Continue reading
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Tequila & Mezcal Fest 2018 | What to Drink at the Fest!
I had so much fun last night sampling my way across three floors full of nearly 40 tequila and mezcal producers. Located in Bargehouse (next to OXO Tower), the fest continues today and tomorrow (Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 October). If you’re looking for something tasty to get up to this weekend, keep this fifth iteration of Europe’s biggest agave extravaganza in mind – and be sure to use my TIKICHRIS discount code to save 20% when booking your tickets online. Continue reading
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