Author Archives: tikichris

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.

The Art of the Romantic Getaway (Miles Away)

Posted on 2017-02-09 by tikichris

Love is in the air! And we’re here to help make sure your Valentine’s Day is the best yet. Traveling as a couple offers the chance to discover what makes each of you tick while adding to a reservoir of lifelong happy memories as you experience new and exciting things together. Continue reading →

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CookeryBox: Online Low-Cost Recipe Cookbook from Voucherbox

Posted on 2017-02-08 by tikichris

Voucherbox has published a free online cookbook featuring “22 scrumptious low-cost recipes from your favourite bloggers,” including one from me. Continue reading →

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Basque Brunch at Eneko at One Aldwych

Posted on 2017-02-07 by tikichris

Basque Chef Eneko Atxa’s eponymous One Aldwych restaurant launched a new brunch menu over the weekend. I was glad to have a first taste on Saturday. Continue reading →

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6 Weird Monuments Around the World You Have to See in Person (Miles Away)

Posted on 2017-02-06 by tikichris

So if your favorite memories from trips involve all the WTF sights you happen upon, here’s a list of off-kilter and truly odd monuments that you have to see in person. Continue reading →

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Bar + Block Steakhouse, King’s Cross

Posted on 2017-02-06 by tikichris

A good steak in a smart place, that’s the gist of what’s on offer at new King’s Cross steakhouse, Bar + Block. Continue reading →

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Win a £150 Gift Card from Pocket High Street for Valentine’s Day

Posted on 2017-02-05 by tikichris

I’ve teamed up with the folks at PocketHighStreet.com again to offer one lucky reader the chance to win a £150 gift card to spend at the best independent shops in London. Continue reading →

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Leetchi.com | What’s in Your Money Pot? Thanks!

Posted on 2017-02-04 by tikichris

Thanks for reading my series about Leetchi.com and how the platform offers a safe and easy way to raise money online for a wide range of events and activities. Continue reading →

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Crescent City Cullinary Classics: The 6 Most Historic Restaurants in New Orleans (Going Places)

Posted on 2017-02-03 by tikichris

Steven Guzzardi / Flickr Here’s a deliciously historical look at six of the finest and oldest restaurants in one of the world’s greatest cities for eating out: New Orleans. With Mardi Gras just around the corner, it’s best you make … Continue reading →

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Dabba Mania Lunch Menu at Talli Joe

Posted on 2017-02-02 by tikichris

Modern Indian restaurant, Talli Joe, has been near the top of my list of hot spots to visit since it opened about a year ago. My tight schedule and the restaurant’s popularity (book ahead for weekend evenings!) made that tougher than usually for slipping in for a meal. But an invitation to preview its new Dabba Mania lunch menu presented an ideal opportunity finally for me to have a taste. And it was definitely worth the wait. Continue reading →

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Timmy Green at Nova Victoria

Posted on 2017-02-01 by tikichris

Say hello to the newest member of the Daisy Green Collection of Aussie style restaurants, cafes and kiosks in London: Timmy Green at Nova Victoria. Continue reading →

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Surf & Turf Wars at The Blues Kitchen Shoreditch

Posted on 2017-01-31 by tikichris

For three days only, The Blues Kitchen’s Shoreditch outpost is hosting Brooklyn restaurant Extra Fancy for a one-off collaboration and friendly “surf vs turf” competition. Last night (Monday 30 January) was the first of three nights of Surf & Turf … Continue reading →

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Significant Civil Rights Sites & Destinations You Need to Add to Your Bucket List (Miles Away)

Posted on 2017-01-29 by tikichris

Here’s a list of 15 historic sites in Washington D.C. and across the South, representing a few of the most important Civil Rights sites and landmarks Continue reading →

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Infographic: What the Chinese Zodiac Says about How You Travel

Posted on 2017-01-28 by tikichris

Gong xi fa cai! Homeaway has shared an insightful infographic with a breakdown of the Chinese Zodiac how your horoscope may affect the way you travel. Continue reading →

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Leetchi.com | What’s in Your Money Pot? Birthday Party!

Posted on 2017-01-28 by tikichris

Raising funds for a big party or a special gift? Leetchi.com is the ideal platform for group giving. With Leetchi, collecting money online has never been easier, safer or more manageable. Happy birthday? You betcha! Continue reading →

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Bagel Burgers from The London Bagel Co

Posted on 2017-01-27 by tikichris

It’s a burger. It’s a bagel. Oh my God, it’s a burger on a bagel. The London Bagel Co has launched a menu of bagel burgers ranging from rather healthy to extra indulgent. Continue reading →

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Win The Valentine’s Sleekster from Hotel Chocolat

Posted on 2017-01-26 by tikichris

British cocoa grower and chocolatier, Hotel Chocolat, has launched its 2017 Valentine’s collection with a delectable range of chocolaty gifts to share with your special someone. Fancy a taste for free? Continue reading →

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Chris Osburn, a UK based Travel Blogger Talks to Jumia Travel Nigeria (Jumia Travel)

Posted on 2017-01-25 by tikichris

Jumia Travel Nigeria interviewed Chris Osburn, an American travel blogger. We asked about his travels and experience in Nigeria. Continue reading →

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Coffee Beans and More TheCoffeeMate.co.uk

Posted on 2017-01-24 by tikichris

New online shop, TheCoffeeMate.co.uk, aims to be “your friend for all coffee needs.” A rep from the site got in touch with me before the end of last year with an especially friendly offer to give the site a look to see if there was anything I might like to sample. Continue reading →

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Leetchi.com | What’s in Your Money Pot? A Good Cause.

Posted on 2017-01-23 by tikichris

Looking for a way to raise funds for your favourite nonprofit, community project or charity? Leetchi.com is a smart, safe and easy way to collect money online for your worthy cause. Continue reading →

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Surreal in South London? Check the Plum Guide

Posted on 2017-01-22 by tikichris

Love street art, high ceilings and lots and lots of space? You’re going to go ga-ga over this giant two bed/three bath loft conversion in Battersea. Continue reading →

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‘HELP! I Lost My Passport!’ A Short Guide on What to Do (Miles Away)

Posted on 2017-01-21 by tikichris

It’s probably one of the most terrifying scenarios that any travel lover can imagine. There you are, enjoying that international trip you’ve been looking forward to for months (or even years) — maybe you’re strolling along the canals of Venice or shopping in Hong Kong, when you reach into your pocket or bag and realize (to your horror) that your passport is GONE! Continue reading →

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Good Stuff #62

Posted on 2017-01-20 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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Just Too Cheesy: Europe’s Best Destinations for Cheese Lovers (Going Places)

Posted on 2017-01-19 by tikichris

Join us on a journey to a land where the cheeseboards are never boring Continue reading →

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Sous Vide Cook School with Great British Chefs

Posted on 2017-01-18 by tikichris

I had a fun and informative time at a recent sous vide masterclass hosted by Great British Chef at Le Cordon Bleu with Master Chef Eric Bediat of Le Cordon Bleu and Head Chef Russell Bateman of Colette’s at The Grove sharing instruction and recipes. Continue reading →

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Secret Marmite Menu at Bill’s

Posted on 2017-01-16 by tikichris

On now until the end of January at participating Bill’s Restaurants is a Secret Marmite Menu. Continue reading →

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Win a #LevantineValentine Dinner for Two at Ceru

Posted on 2017-01-15 by tikichris

Would you like to have a tasty dinner with a special someone at Ceru? I’ve teamed up with the restaurant to offer one lucky reader the chance to win a free dinner for two with welcome cocktails and carafe of wine at this new restaurant with a gorgeous menu Inspired by the flavours of the coastal eastern Mediterranean. Continue reading →

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Leetchi.com | What’s in Your Money Pot? Group Holiday!

Posted on 2017-01-14 by tikichris

One smart idea for putting Leetchi to work for you is to use the platform to raise money for a group trip. With Leetchi as your interface you can avoid pesky IOU situations while monitoring progress, encouraging participation and sharing motivation about the good times to come. Continue reading →

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Cinnamon Bazaar

Posted on 2017-01-13 by tikichris

About a month old but well on its way to super scrumptious stardom, Chef Vivek Singh’s Cinnamon Bazaar near Covent Garden is a smart place for a full-flavoured meal. And with a bar boasting a list of signature cocktails created with master mixologist Ryan Chetiyawardana, it’s a clever destination for drinks as well. Continue reading →

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BFI Brings Back GoodFellas to the Big Screen

Posted on 2017-01-12 by tikichris

The British Film Institute is rereleasing the classic 1990 gangster film, GoodFellas, in cinemas across the UK on 20 January. Continue reading →

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Infographic: When is the Best Time to Book a Flight?

Posted on 2017-01-11 by tikichris

The travel wise folks at Opodo have dipped into their 2016 average flight price database on return flights from the UK to answer to the age old question: when is the best time to book your flight? Continue reading →

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Win the Complete Range of Craft Sodas from Dalston’s

Posted on 2017-01-11 by tikichris

For those wanting to stay clear of the booze – or just looking for a tasty soft drink – I’ve teamed up with Dalston’s all-natural craft sodas for a very refreshing giveaway competition. Continue reading →

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Shaya, New Orleans (espressoCrazy)

Posted on 2017-01-11 by tikichris

One of the best meals I had – and not just in New Orleans … or America … but this year – was at Shaya. Continue reading →

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10 Travel Bloggers & Instagrammers You Need to Follow in 2017 (Miles Away)

Posted on 2017-01-10 by tikichris

Looking for some hot travel intel and ideas for 2017 destinations? Or maybe you’re just craving something good to read and some new folks to follow on Instagram? Continue reading →

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Leetchi.com | What’s in Your Money Pot?

Posted on 2017-01-08 by tikichris

Leetchi money pots offer an easy and secure way to collect money for groups. Over the next few weeks, I’ll share a few of the most popular reasons people are coming together for crowdfunding and how Leetchi helps them save time and energy while making the process fun and engaging. Continue reading →

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Coffee Lover’s Workshop with Sage Appliances at Prufrock Coffee

Posted on 2017-01-07 by tikichris

Supported by Sage Appliances, the Coffee Lover’s Workshop at Prufrock Coffee “celebrates the sensory and manual aspects of brewing by hand” and takes attendees through “a complete set of recipes to get the best out of all the brew methods” that Prufrock endorses – “from Aeropress to espresso, French press to V60.” Continue reading →

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