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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.

Meaty New “Bunsmiths” BBQ Menu at Sebright Arms: Oh Hell Yes!

Posted on 2015-04-11 by tikichris

Pub grub never looked so mouthwateringly mountainous! A new (not pop-up) menu at Sebright Arms pub off Hackney Road brings some of the finest “low and slow BBQ cooked meat served fresh and fast in delicious buns” to the table to be washed down with something sudsy from one of London’s more carefully considered lists of craft and quality beers. Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: Orange Rhino

Posted on 2015-04-11 by tikichris
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The Real Greek Soho? It’s Real Good!

Posted on 2015-04-10 by tikichris

Maybe it’s just been a long time since I last visited one of the eight or so Real Greek restaurants around town, or perhaps this group of all rounder Eastern Mediterranean-style taverns has recently upped its game. Whatever the case … Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: Embankment

Posted on 2015-04-10 by tikichris
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Lunch at The Pig

Posted on 2015-04-10 by tikichris

Oozing with ye olde English shabby chic charm without coming across as twee, the look and feel of this “restaurant with rooms” very much did it for me. I could have staged a “you-can’t-make-me-leave” sit-in at the hotel’s ultra cosy lobby bar; I got a mini recharge from my brief amble through the kitchen garden and surrounding grounds; I would have loved to try a post-lunch treatment at the spa across the pond in the garden or maybe an expert-led forage in the forest for wild mushrooms.
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How to Pick the Right Hotel in London (OneTravel)

Posted on 2015-04-09 by tikichris

Someone who works in the hotel industry here in London recently explained to me that there are more than 80 luxury hotels within a 15 minute walk of each other in Central London. Expand the range a little, throw in … Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: Marylebone

Posted on 2015-04-09 by tikichris
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Win a Complete Range of Jealous Sweets Jewel Box Treats

Posted on 2015-04-08 by tikichris

Candy! Candy! Candy! Some of the tastiest I’ve come across in a long while are Jealous Sweets’ “Sweet Seduction” jewels. And – because I’m such a super nice fella – here’s a chance for you to win the complete range of these treats to try for yourself. Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: Bell Street

Posted on 2015-04-08 by tikichris
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London Daily Photo: Welcome to London

Posted on 2015-04-07 by tikichris
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4 Artistic Reasons to Visit London Right Now (OneTravel)

Posted on 2015-04-06 by tikichris

At any given moment, there’s great art on view in London – and for whatever reason there are some especially amazing shows on right now. Here’s a look at four ace exhibitions I’ve come across recently that are currently running … Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: Floor, Cat

Posted on 2015-04-06 by tikichris
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Recipe: Half Dipped Madeleines

Posted on 2015-04-05 by tikichris

When the friendly folks at Bonne Maman UK got in touch with me to see if I’d be up for creating with a recipe using their madeleine as the main ingredient, I was keen to give it a shot. But, I wondered what to do with something that’s already a perfectly complete treat in and of itself. So, I took the easy way out and did very little … and was pleased with the tasty results. I hope you’ll like my ideas for super simple Half Dipped Madeleines. Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: Glow Bunny

Posted on 2015-04-05 by tikichris
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That Hungry Chef Supper Club

Posted on 2015-04-04 by tikichris

I don’t attend all that many supper clubs and can recall more mediocre or actually disastrous experiences at them than list any exemplary clubs doing anything all that interesting. However, I still love the concept and when it works it’s a wonderful way to dine. So, it is with pleasure that I recommend the delicious and convivial dining on offer by That Hungry Chef. Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: Bush Man Kitchen

Posted on 2015-04-04 by tikichris
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Catalina by Untold Theatre at Ovalhouse

Posted on 2015-04-03 by tikichris

Unflinching and extremely hilarious, a new interactive ensemble piece by Untold Theatre explores the relationship between Katherine of Aragon and her Moorish servant Catalina. Continue reading →

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3 Great Reasons to Celebrate in Hong Kong This May (OneTravel)

Posted on 2015-04-03 by tikichris

As if one needed to come up with a good excuse to visit one of the world’s most dynamic and culturally rich cities in the world, Hong Kong seems to be pulling out all the stops at the end of … Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: Shutter Menu

Posted on 2015-04-03 by tikichris
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Preview: Bompas & Parr Dine with the Dead and Toast with a Human Skull

Posted on 2015-04-03 by tikichris

Over my years writing about the London dining scene one thing’s proved a certain constant: any email landing in my inbox from the jellymongering of Bompas & Parr is a must-read missive. The latest announcement of foodie frivolity (this time with a slightly darkened tinge) is no exception with an invitation to “a magnificent feasting occasion offering guests the ultimate tribute to departed Londoners in a spectacular environment.” Continue reading →

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Eastern Exchanges at Manchester Art Gallery

Posted on 2015-04-02 by tikichris

I had a splendid afternoon crashing the press preview of the newly opened Eastern Exchanges: East Asia Craft and Design exhibition at Manchester Art Gallery yesterday. More than a few standout pieces – as well as a chance to peek at a couple of other shows now on and to have a look at the gallery’s impression permanent collection – made my northward daytrip well worth the time on the train. Fans of design would do well to follow suit before the show closes at the end of May.Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: Blue and Green Polka Dots

Posted on 2015-04-02 by tikichris
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Sponsored Video: In the Sneakers of Walcott

Posted on 2015-04-01 by tikichris

You know that old saying about walking a mile in somebody else’s shoes? Well, what if those shoes were a pair of stylish and extra comfy Adidas trainers belonging to one of your favourite footballers? Cool idea, huh? Check out this fun little ‘day in the life’ video featuring Arsenal forward and the England national team player, Theo Walcott – shot from the vantage point of Theo’s shoes – a pair of ultra blue Adidas Pure BOOST Chill trainers. Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: RIP SOHO

Posted on 2015-04-01 by tikichris
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London Daily Photo: Waterproof London AZ

Posted on 2015-03-31 by tikichris
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5 Fun Events This Spring and Summer in Calgary

Posted on 2015-03-31 by tikichris

Planning a visit to Calgary this spring or summer? Have a look at these upcoming events to help you make the most of your time in this friendly Canadian city. Read my complete post at OneTravel.

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London Daily Photo: Smoking Penguin

Posted on 2015-03-30 by tikichris
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Anish Kapoor at Lisson Gallery

Posted on 2015-03-30 by tikichris

Now open to the public, an exhibition of new works by celebrated sculptor Anish Kapoor at Lisson Gallery is very much worth taking a good long gander at. Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: White on White

Posted on 2015-03-29 by tikichris
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New Fangled Old Fashioneds with Woodford Reserve

Posted on 2015-03-28 by tikichris

The Old Fashioned is pretty much my go-to cocktail these days. And if it’s made with Woodford Reserve, well then all the better. So an invitation to attend an Old Fashioned masterclass hosted by Woodford Reserve brand ambassador Tom Vernon at South Place Hotel’s SPIES Society bar and to enter a Classic American Cocktail competition based on my takeaway from the event was greatly appreciated. Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: Dean Street Windows

Posted on 2015-03-28 by tikichris
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9 Spots to See Wildlife in Anchorage, AK (OneTravel)

Posted on 2015-03-27 by tikichris

Anchorage may be home to around 300,000 people, but it’s the animal population that really makes the city such an amazing place to visit. Among the Alaska wildlife local to the area are thousands of moose and Dall sheep, hundreds … Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: Red and Green

Posted on 2015-03-27 by tikichris
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Great British Chefs’ Cook School with Graham Hornigold of Hakkasan

Posted on 2015-03-27 by tikichris

Check out this delicious team up: Great British Chefs + Cookery School! The occasion? The first in a new series of cookery masterclasses hosted by GBC at the school which sees chefs sharing hands-on tuition to small groups of writerly gourmands and other enthusiastic foodie folk. I wedged my way in for the inaugural event, where Graham Hornigold, Executive Pastry Chef of the Hakkasan Group with Daniel Pearse, Head Pastry Chef of Hakkasan London, and Juan Pablo Colubri, Pastry Sous Chef at Hakkasan Group created four desserts while sharing recipes and a wealth of kitchen tips with the small group assembled. Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: great

Posted on 2015-03-26 by tikichris
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