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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.

Is the Wine in a Magnum Sized Bottle Better?

How is a magnum bottle of wine different and is the wine inside  better than wine in a smaller bottle? If you bring a magnum bottle of wine to a dinner or to a party, it’s not just to show … Continue reading

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New Weekend Brunch Menu at Grand Trunk Road, South Woodford

South Woodford’s wonderful Grand Trunk Road has launched an excellent new weekend brunch menu that’s reasonably priced with a variety of flavoursome dishes and a bottomless drinks option. I’ve raved about Grand Trunk Road before. Back in 2017, when the … Continue reading

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Colonel Saab, Upscale Indian Dining in Holborn

Any regular reader of this blog should be aware that it ain’t what it used to be. I hardly post restaurant reviews anymore. In fact, I hardly post at all.  The reason behind my lack of online activity is because … Continue reading

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Enjoy Top Timer Filter Coffee Machine | My Coffee with Melitta

Still stuck for what to give that special someone this Christmas? By and far the best gift you can give anybody is the gift of time. For coffee lovers that might mean a wise idea indeed would be Melitta’s Enjoy … Continue reading

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Win #TheFoodieBag / Instagram Bag from the Paper Bag Co

Can’t quite get your dishes to look as scrumptious in your photos as you know they are on your plate? There’s a bag for that! The Instagram Bag from the Paper Bag Co is an ideal accessory (and a very smart gift … Continue reading

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Can You Travel with CBD? 5 Countries to Consider

CBD seems to be on everyone’s mind these days, with plenty of anecdotal evidence claiming multiple health benefits. However, due to its connection to cannabis, the compound’s recreational and medical uses have faced scrutiny, making traveling with it all the … Continue reading

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Latte Select Fully Automatic Coffee Machine | My Coffee with Melitta

I’m dreaming of a white Christmas, not because I think it’s going to snow on the big day but because my new Latte Select coffee machine has arrived. This fully automatic coffee machine by Melitta has all the right features … Continue reading

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Win a CBD Chocolate and Coffee Hamper from Cheerful Buddha

Chilled out chocolate to keep you moving minus the stress: Cheerful Buddha’s got what you need to keep you moving minus the stress with it’s range of CBD infused chocolate bars now available for sale at WH Smith Travel … … Continue reading

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Finding the Right Accommodation for Your Stay in London

Finding an inexpensive hotel in London can be an obstacle course. To stay at the best price during your London vacation, prefer renting a furnished apartment. Otherwise, you can stay in an apart hotel. It is also quite possible to stay in a … Continue reading

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Win an AromaFresh Grind & Brew Filter Coffee Machine | My Coffee with Melitta

Need a new coffeemaker? Want one for free? Continuing with this year’s My Coffee collaboration with premium coffee brand, Melitta, I’m offering one lucky reader the chance to win the same machine I’ve grown to love and have repeatedly put … Continue reading

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The UK’s Best Places for a ‘Private’ Holiday?

The pandemic seems to have changed the way we intend to holiday with plenty of Brits now looking for a ‘stay at home’ break.  Not only are people wanting to take a break within the UK but they are also … Continue reading

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Things You Should Know Before You Move to London

If you are relocating to London for work purposes or just looking for a change of scenery, there are several things you should know beforehand. By failing to research your new city ahead of time, you run the risk of … Continue reading

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Ideas for Office Christmas Party Events in London That Your Team Will Enjoy

Christmas is a joyful time, and why not liven up the season by going on an exciting team-building trip out in the capital with your colleagues from work? During the Christmas period, you can create wonderful precious memories with your … Continue reading

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Opportunities in the Capital: Why London is Perfect for a Career in Dance

Dancing is more than just physical exercise. It is an art form as old as civilisation itself. Dancing can trigger feelings of carefree joy. The beauty and magic of dance is a delicate blend of creative moments of the body and the … Continue reading

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Melitta Momentum X London in the Sky | My Coffee with Melitta

Last Friday morning I had quite the elevated experience as a guest of Melitta UK for the launch of their new luxury line of pour over coffee kit: Melitta Momentum. In addition to marvelling at the gorgeous range of Melitta … Continue reading

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Peugeot Corkscrew Bottle Opener

The corkscrew is a lavish wine bottle opener device. It is a tool for drawing corks from wine bottles easily. It can also be used to open any other household bottles sealed with corks. The mechanism within is to screw … Continue reading

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How does CBD Oil Soothe the Skin?

Cannabidiol is loaded with anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties that aid in keeping the skin free from allergies. In addition to this, cannabinoid also helps in keeping your face free from unwanted breakouts. Cannabis oil is produced using the finest quality … Continue reading

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The 5 Finest Coffees in the World

Coffee is the most renowned drink of the world, and amongst the most consumed ones. Since its importation in Europe, during the 16th century (after a centuries-old journey, from its native Ethiopia through North Africa, Middle East and Turkey), it has … Continue reading

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Studio Flat in Walthamstow to Rent

A smartly situated, bright and spacious ground floor studio apartment is for available for rent in Walthamstow at a very nice price. The studio is recently refurbished and in pristine condition and includes sole use of the front garden with … Continue reading

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3 Benefits of Staying at a Hotel Near Airport in Luton

Around 20% of all travel is business-related and 40% of the people extend their journey for a few days for leisure purposes, says a report published by Condor Ferries. And if you’re visiting London, choosing where to stay can make … Continue reading

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5 Things to Know Before Renting Your First Home

There are many benefits linked with renting a home. From not having to worry about repair bills and maintenance costs to having more flexibility as to where you live, renting is still a big life choice that requires lots of … Continue reading

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AromaFresh Grind & Brew Filter Coffee Machine | My Coffee with Melitta

Here it is time for another top up in the My Coffee with Melitta 2021 series! So I reckon the best I’ve got brewing is news about the AromaFresh Grind & Brew from Melitta that I recently have started using … Continue reading

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Frying in the Casserole Dish: How to?

Let’s be honest: working with oil can be intimidating, but some foods taste better when fried. Think of tender interiors and browned surfaces.

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The Best Locations in France for Camping

During the whole 2020, camping has become the safest way to go on vacation, preserving our individual and familiar safety and being able to respect every social distancing rule. Thanks to an accurate policy of amenities’ improvement and marketing, in … Continue reading

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Top 8 National Dishes You Have to Try in Europe

Europe is an amazing continent with thousands of historic sites, interesting people and, of course, incredible food. Trying the best that national cuisine has to offer is a “must” part of any vacation, and with so many incredible options to … Continue reading

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Win a Bottle of Award Winning Dima’s Vodka

Distilled in Ukraine, Dima’s Vodka is a triple grain vodka made with barley, wheat and rye grown the country’s famously rich black soil to give it a rounder and fuller flavour than most other vodkas. Served ice cold with pickles … Continue reading

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A Quick Guide About the Different Types of Hot Peppers

Not everyone is a fan of spicy food, that’s for sure. But if you are a person that loves that spicy punch that comes with hot peppers, you have clicked on the right article. If you want to learn more … Continue reading

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Why Clear Braces May be the Braces for You

Over recent years within the UK, clear braces have become one of the most popular methods that people use to straighten their teeth. Just like traditional metal braces, clear braces are great for straightening or correcting uneven teeth, but they … Continue reading

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6 Signs That You’ve Found a Dental Clinic You Can Trust

There are over 18,061 dentists in the country. That’s a lot of people. If you have just started looking for one, you might be overwhelmed by the choice. Most dentists are competent and honest, but there is the occasional bad … Continue reading

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Men’s Health: What’s Changed In 2021?

Much about the world changed in 2021, and men’s health is likely no exception.  After all, world altering events such as the coronavirus may have had a great deal of influence in terms of how people engage with things like … Continue reading

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CBD Background in Switzerland

For many years now, CBD has been a trendy product, and we can now easily buy the best CBD flower in Switzerland on JustBob website. Besides, CBD cannabis can now be cultivated and grown unregulated in Switzerland. On the other … Continue reading

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Buy Mindfully with Serendip

If the past 12 months have taught us anything, it is this – we are connected. Our actions, no matter how small, carry consequences not only for ourselves but for others too. So, as we emerge from a year of … Continue reading

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Sandwiches (All Consumed)

Loads of foodie banter, tales of travel mischief, excellent London food recommendations and lots more filler jammed between two pieces of white loaf: Neil Davey and I are back with a new episode of our podcast All Consumed. The topic … Continue reading

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My Coffee with Melitta 2021


Keep Calm and Brew Coffee. With everything that has happened this past year coupled with the mix of hope and uncertainty represented by the months to come, it’s reassuring to know we still can find comfort in little things that … Continue reading

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3 Reasons Why Family Salsa Chicken Can Be the Star of Any Dinner

Chicken salsa is one of the family’s favorite dishes to prepare. There are plenty of reasons why this is true, but many of them come from the fact that it’s delicious. Furthermore, it’s quite easy to make, and you get … Continue reading

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