Category Archives: Coffee

Napoli on the Road + Duci + Tamp Coffee (All Consumed)

Posted on 2024-06-16 by tikichris

Neil and Chris are back to share what they’ve been doing in the weeks since they last recorded. For this episode, the fellas head to Devonshire Road in Chiswick, west London for a taste of what’s rated 2024’s best pizza … Continue reading →

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Cafe Kitsune (All Consumed)

Posted on 2024-02-17 by tikichris

Neil and Chris meet up at Cafe Kitsune in Knightsbridge for an upscale start to a recent Sunday morning podcast recording. While there they marvel at the Japanese-French cafe’s pastries and the drinks (miso rice pudding brioche with a chestnut … Continue reading →

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The Devil’s Chair: Organic Signature Blend from Apostle Coffee

Posted on 2023-11-02 by tikichris

Family-run, UK-based, 100% organic and carbon neutral from the onset – there’s a lot to love about Apostle Coffee before even catching a whiff of the product. I’m pleased to report the coffee roasted in Shropshire by the bean-to-cup company … Continue reading →

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Poon’s Wontoneria (All Consumed)

Posted on 2023-09-04 by tikichris

Neil and Chris experience a moment of wonton abandon at the wonderful Poon’s Wontoneria on Charlotte Street. Reveling in the moment, they chat about two individual trips recently taken to Shrewsbury – and how much they both loved this historic … Continue reading →

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Chettinad Restaurant (All Consumed)

Posted on 2023-08-07 by tikichris

Neil and Chris catch up at south Indian “village restaurant” Chettinad off Tottenham Court Road to record this episode of All Consumed. After enjoying a delicious meal, Chris talks Luddites and the antiauthoritarian spirit of Nottingham as Neil speaks to … Continue reading →

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Arcade Food Hall (All Consumed)

Posted on 2023-05-15 by tikichris

Neil Davey and Chris Osburn catch up over some burgers and chat about what’s impressed them the most since their last episode. Listen in on their recommendations for food, drink, art, and film in London, as well as a couple … Continue reading →

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Bilbao City Break

Posted on 2023-05-07 by tikichris

Last month, I took a quick solo city break in Bilbao – the largest city in the Basque Country and an excellent destination for great food and amazing art. I’d been to Bilbao a couple of times before and fully … Continue reading →

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Baden-Baden | Tracking the Lion Man

Posted on 2023-04-15 by tikichris

Back on the track of the Lion Man … From Basel, the next stop on the tour was the historic spa town of Baden-Baden, Germany. Generally speaking, travelling from Basel to Baden-Baden should have been a piece of cake (black … Continue reading →

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Kofee – Specialty Grade Beans for Espresso

Posted on 2022-09-17 by tikichris

Hey coffee lover, have you tried Kofee? It’s a new UK coffee company using high quality specialty beans to create an exceptionally balanced traditional Italian-style espresso.  I recently received a sample of their beans and could not be more pleased … Continue reading →

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Latte Select Fully Automatic Coffee Machine | My Coffee with Melitta

Posted on 2021-11-28 by tikichris

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

Posted on 2021-11-14 by tikichris

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

Posted on 2021-10-18 by tikichris

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

Posted on 2021-09-22 by tikichris

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

Posted on 2021-06-13 by tikichris

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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My Coffee with Melitta 2021


Posted on 2021-03-20 by tikichris

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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Lola’s Coffee Bags

Posted on 2020-11-16 by tikichris

Lola’s Coffee Bags bring the convenience of the teabag to your morning coffee ritual. Each 7.5g coffee bag is individually wrapped to ensure the coffee stays fresh until you’re ready to brew it. When you are in the mood for … Continue reading →

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Win a Look V Timer Filter Coffee Maker | My Coffee with Melitta

Posted on 2020-08-01 by tikichris

Valued at £70, the Look V Timer Filter Coffee Maker from Melitta offers you an affordable way to plan ahead for when you want to enjoy your next pot of coffee! With its practical timer and programmable “warm keeping” time … Continue reading →

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Aromafresh Grind & Brew Therm Filter Coffee Machine | My Coffee with Melitta

Posted on 2020-03-30 by tikichris

So it’s time for another instalment of my team up with premium coffee machine maker, Melitta. This go round, I share what I like about the Aromafresh Grind & Brew Therm Filter Coffee Machine. Love having a pot of coffee … Continue reading →

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Calibra Coffee Grinder with Integrated Scale | My Coffee with Melitta



Posted on 2020-02-23 by tikichris

Welcome back to the 2020 iteration of My Coffee with Melitta. Let’s get grinding with a post about Melitta’s amazing Calibra Coffee Grinder! I believe that the most important factor when preparing coffee is the quality of the beans. More … Continue reading →

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My Coffee with Melitta 2020

Posted on 2020-01-31 by tikichris

There’s always a reason for really good coffee. Indeed, I’m always coming up with reasons to enjoy a quality cup. Even when I’m not drinking coffee, there’s a good chance I’m thinking about it. So I’m pleased to say that … Continue reading →

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Best Coffee of 2019



Posted on 2019-12-22 by tikichris

Here’s another cup of my Best of 2019 lists. This time around I look at my favourite spots for coffee this past year. Reliable standbys and pleasant surprises in London, excellent barista led brewing in Cork and a roomy spread … Continue reading →

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Best Breakfasts of 2019

Posted on 2019-12-22 by tikichris

Time for breakfast! But where’s the best? Continuing with my Best of 2019 series, I’ve got a couple of London faves to recommend and a few in the US and Ireland (Buffalo and Cork are awesome destinations for epic a.m. … Continue reading →

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Best of 2019

Posted on 2019-12-21 by tikichris

As 2019 draws to an end, I would like to share its highlights with a year-end roundup of posts about the best food, drink, and travel related treats that I came across over the past 12 months. With respect to blogging, 2019 … Continue reading →

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Black (Coffee) Friday Savings | My Coffee with Melitta

Posted on 2019-11-29 by tikichris

Like your coffee and your Fridays black? Check out these Black Friday deals exclusive to the eShop at melitta.co.uk.

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Introducing the Super-Slim Purista Coffee Machine | My Coffee with Melitta

Posted on 2019-07-15 by tikichris

Premium coffee machine maker Melitta has launched one of the narrowest fully automated bean-to-cup machines on the market today. Say good morning to the Purista! Continue reading →

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Look for Melitta’s Coffee Bike! | My Coffee with Melitta

Posted on 2019-05-11 by tikichris

My friends at Melitta are hitting the road this summer and taking their coffee bike to events in London and beyond to demonstrate why they are the true pioneers of coffee enjoyment. For the latest post in the My Coffee … Continue reading →

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Win an AromaFresh Grind & Brew Coffee Maker | My Coffee with Melitta

Posted on 2019-05-01 by tikichris

Continuing to share My Coffee with you, I’ve teamed up with Melitta for another giveaway competition offering one lucky tikichris reader the chance to win an AromaFresh Grind & Brew coffee machine. Continue reading →

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Coffee Lounge Pop-Up at Old Street Station | My Coffee with Melitta

Posted on 2019-03-18 by tikichris

To celebrate its 111th anniversary, premium coffee machine maker Melitta is launching its first ever pop-up. Look for it inside Old Street Station during the last week of March. Continue reading →

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Caffeo Solo & Milk | My Coffee with Melitta



Posted on 2019-02-22 by tikichris

Having a good morning? My mornings have been great since I started brewing my coffee with a fully automated Melitta Caffeo Solo & Milk E953-102 coffeemaker. Continue reading →

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Unsung Cities | Köln, Germany

Posted on 2019-01-28 by tikichris

An ancient Roman enclave on the Rhine, Cologne is first and foremost a river town. That’s why the Romans set up shop here and why it grew to prosper during the Middle Ages as a significant hub of Catholicism. Roman ruins remain embedded in the cityscape and Cologne Cathedral towers over the town, celebrated as one of Europe’s best examples of Gothic grandeur. 

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My Coffee with Melitta 2019

Posted on 2019-01-27 by tikichris

Good morning everybody. I’m back in black. Black coffee that is.As 2019 settles in, I carry on with another round of My Coffee blogging in collaboration with premium coffee machine maker, Melitta. Continue reading →

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Roasting Plant Brings Javabot (and Great Tasting Coffee) to London Bridge

Posted on 2019-01-19 by tikichris

New York-based Roasting Plant Coffee opened its first roastery/cafe in London this week, bringing with it Javabot – an automated roasting system and sleek piece of cafe-theatre kit. Continue reading →

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Head for the Heel | Yours Trulli, Alberobello

Posted on 2019-01-14 by Judith Schrut

  Judith Schrut continues her adventures in southern Italy with a snuggly night in a traditional trullo cottage, a hearty breakfast and a dramatic visit to a cave. The trulli of Alberobello, Puglia: you’ve probably seen them loads of times … Continue reading →

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One More Cup of My Coffee with Melitta

Posted on 2018-12-16 by tikichris

I hope you’ve enjoyed reading about my experiences making coffee with my Melitta CI Touch and that you’ve benefitted from info about choosing the right coffee kit for you and the coffee lovers in your life. I also hope you had fun with the couple of competitions I ran offering amazing Melitta products as prizes. Continue reading →

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Best of the Best of 2018

Posted on 2018-12-12 by tikichris

Another year, another roundup of what made it exceptional! I’m back to share one more post in my Best of 2018 series with an index of the categories and links to all the posts. Continue reading →

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