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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.

London Daily Photo: Booth

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Good Stuff

Good Stuff and lots of it! Here’s the low down on some fine things to see, sip or savour – all of which I’ve recently come across and thought were worth sharing with you. Enjoy. Dodo Chilli Dipping Sauce I recently got … Continue reading

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London Daily Photo: Slim Slow Slider

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Celebrate Record Store Day in Soho, London (OneTravel)

Fingering your way through crate after crate of vinyl discs in search of that one final piece of sonic perfection that’s been eluding your otherwise complete collection of cherished LPs is a lot like hunting for Easter eggs, just way … Continue reading

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London Daily Photo: Billy

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Istanbul in an Instant

For my birthday, Kemey and I spent a long weekend in Istanbul. Yes indeed, ya gotta do the Blue Mosque/Hagia Sophia/Basilica Cistern/Topkapi Palace/Grand Bazaar shuffle when you’re there, but there’s so much more to see and do in this massive and dynamic city. Here are just a few of the “other” highlights from our trip. Continue reading

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London Daily Photo: Gold

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25% Off Food and Drink at Punch Tavern, Fleet Street EC4

Yep, that’s right. There’s no typo in the title you just read. I have teamed up with Fleet Street’s historic Punch Tavern to offer you folks a sizeable discount on some properly yummy pub grub. How do you get a quarter of your food and drink bill sliced away? Just tell ’em tikichris sent ya! Continue reading

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London Daily Photo: Sloane Square

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Win Lunch for Two at Hutong, The Shard

Not my comp but a tasty one indeed! So I thought I’d pass on the details about an especially yummy opportunity to win a free dim sum lunch for two at a restaurant I really love – Hutong at The … Continue reading

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London Daily Photo: Screen

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Win an Assortment of Vini & Bal’s Rustic Indian Curry Sauces – Fresh is Best!

Vini & Bal’s award winning curry sauces are fresh, chilled, nutritious and healthy. They’re super yummy too and full of rustic Indian flavour. But don’t take my word for it. Here’s a chance to win a goodie bag of Vini & Bal’s sauces and have a taste for yourself! Continue reading

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London Daily Photo: Mon Droit

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Post-it Personality: What My Handwriting Says about Me

So, a few weeks back I mentioned that some folks from Post-it had been in touch to see if I would be up for having my handwriting (along with my choice of pen colour and shape of note) analysed by a graphologist to find out what it might say about my personality. The results are in and the analysis is intriguing. Continue reading

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London Daily Photo: Diversion

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Tops Sights and Sounds Around Muscle Shoals, Alabama (OneTravel)

Nestled along the banks of the Tennessee River, the area of Muscle Shoals in northwest Alabama is a nature lover’s dream. It’s a music lover’s dream too, where a small handful of recording studios have been responsible for some of … Continue reading

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London Daily Photo: Atrium

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Infographic: UK Flight Disruption Infographic

Flight Disruption Infographic from Sainsbury’s Travel Money

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London Daily Photo: Tower Bridge

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Evian: The Amazing Baby & Me Video

Following the success of its previous Roller Babies, Baby Inside, and of course the Baby & Me campaigns,  Evian has launched the latest in its Live Young initiative, The Amazing Baby & Me 2. For fans of Marvel Comics and Spiderman, it’s … Continue reading

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London Daily Photo: Scaling

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London Daily Photo: Sloane Square

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A Look at Why Wedding Coach Hire Bookings are on the Rise (by Lawrence Henderson)

If you have not been to a wedding lately, the trend of hiring a coach to attend one has probably passed you by. The fact is however, more and more people are using a minibus or coach to attend a … Continue reading

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London Daily Photo: Sorted

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My Best Beers in Manchester (by Sebas Dupont)

England, pub and beer. These three are my favorite’s words when I think of a football match in Europe. I am devoted red devil and Old Trafford is like my home and could be my spiritual father. So every time … Continue reading

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London Daily Photo: Walthamstow Marshes

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A Great Lunch in Italy with Coffee as Good as I Get Back Home (espressoCrazy)

Towards the end of 2013, I hit the road for a gourmand adventure across the north of Italy. One of the trip’s many highlights was the day I spent in Modena taking in the sights and sounds … and delectable … Continue reading

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London Daily Photo: Classroom Notes

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London Daily Photo: Totems

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London Daily Photo: Warning

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Amsterdam’s Best Museums (OneTravel)

From the exquisite art of the famed Dutch Masters to a humble home made famous by the diary of a brave little girl whose family had been forced into hiding, Amsterdam’s museums are among the best that Europe has to … Continue reading

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London Daily Photo: Head to Toe Fashion at Peckham Rye, Newburgh Street

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Win an Extra Thick Easter Egg from Hotel Chocolat

Easter’s almost here, and luxury British chocolatier and cocoa grower Hotel Chocolat has launched its 2014 range of Easter chocolates. Tiddly Chicks, Goose Eggs, a Neapolitan Easter Egg Sandwich and lots lots more – there’s something special for all lovers of fine chocolate along with plenty of gifts and treats for egg hunts and family fun. Keep reading for your chance to win one eggspecially luscious Extra Thick Easter Egg. Continue reading

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London Daily Photo: Bethnal Green

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Best Pubs and Bars in London to Watch the World Cup (by Christian Farnsworth)

With the 2014 World Cup in Brazil fast-approaching, everyone will be eager to watch their favorite teams face off this summer. And what better way is there than to enjoy the competition with a nice cold pint at some of … Continue reading

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