Category Archives: London

Four Degree Opens at St George Wharf, Vauxhall

Posted on 2017-12-11 by tikichris

Four Degree, a Japanese-French fusion restaurant with the UK’s first Macallan Whisky lounge, has opened at St George Wharf. Continue reading →

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Wild Turkey Lodge at The Ten Bells

Posted on 2017-12-10 by tikichris

The upstairs bar at classic Spitalfields pub, The Ten Bells, has been transformed into a Kentucky hunting lodge for the winter, compliments of Wild Turkey Bourbon. Continue reading →

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Experiencing “City Zen” in London on an E-Bike

Posted on 2017-12-09 by tikichris

For the past month or so, I’ve been enjoying the hell out of riding around London on a gorgeous Cityzen C8 HMB e-bike on loan from Royal Dutch Gazelle. As my time in possession of it comes to an end I’m trying to eek out as many chances as I can to ride it before having to return it. Continue reading →

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Winnie-the-Pooh: Something’s Warm and Fuzzy at the V&A

Posted on 2017-12-07 by Judith Schrut

The wonderful Victoria & Albert Museum bares all with its big, new, clever exhibition,  Winnie-the-Pooh: Discovering a Classic.    Continue reading →

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Understanding Rye with Karaway Bakery

Posted on 2017-12-03 by tikichris

Among the yummiest things I’ve had this year and definitely some of the tastiest breads I’ve come across in London are the ryes baked by Karaway. Continue reading →

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#TCTalks | Episode 6 | Chocolate Ecstasy

Posted on 2017-12-03 by tikichris

For Episode 6 of tikichris Talks I share a hot chocolate with Jennifer Earle, a self-confessed chocoholic, internationally recognised chocolate expert, judge for the International Chocolate Awards, the Academy of Chocolate Awards, the Great Taste Awards, the Quality Food Awards and Which? Magazine and founder of Taste Tripper, Chocolate Ecstasy Tours, and Ice Cream Ecstasy Tours. Continue reading →

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Stax Diner to Give Away 200 Free Cheeseburgers from Noon on Thursday 7 December

Posted on 2017-12-02 by tikichris

Bea Vo’s Deep South dive, Stax Diner, will celebrate its upcoming relaunch by giving away free cheeseburgers to the first 200 customers visiting the Kingly Court eatery just off Carnaby Street from noon on Thursday 7 December. Continue reading →

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Fantastic Services/Fantastic Christmas Tree

Posted on 2017-11-30 by tikichris

Fantastic Services – a “one-stop shop for all home services” in London and much of Southeast and Northwest England – has added a new seasonally fantastic service available in all London areas within the M25: Christmas tree delivery, installation, and disposal. Continue reading →

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Konditor & Cook: Best Mince Pies in London?

Posted on 2017-11-30 by tikichris

Have you tried Konditor & Cook’s mince pies? Spiced right with an ever so flaky crust, they’re a perfect treat for seasonal snacking and Christmas celebrations. Continue reading →

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Festive Fun at the South Pole Saloon

Posted on 2017-11-29 by Jasmine Kaur

Jasmine Kaur journeys to London’s South Pole (Brixton) for an evening of rooftop revelry and festive season feels. I was invited to the launch of Brixton Rooftop’s South Pole Saloon to get a taste of the wintery festivities and let … Continue reading →

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Millennials to Drink Coffee in a Victorian … Ahem … Setting

Posted on 2017-11-29 by Demi Perera

Attendant, the uber cool coffee shop concept developed by Bosh McKeown and Ryan De Oliveira, is set to arrive in Fitzrovia just in time for Christmas. A Victorian gentleman’s toilet, perfectly located, at the corner of Foley Street and Great Titchfield Street will now be a flagship for the chain which already boasts properties in Shoreditch and Clerkenwell. Continue reading →

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It is the Most Wonderful Time of the Year for Giving

Posted on 2017-11-29 by Demi Perera

Demi Perera shares the details about South Place Hotel’s annual Christmas Toy Party in aid of Bart’s Charity. It is indeed the most wonderful time of the year. Festive lights adorn every street and the scent of mince pies, mulled … Continue reading →

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Last Days of Shoreditch Winter La La Land

Posted on 2017-11-28 by Zay Ahmed

The lights are twinkling, the trees are decorated and festive fun is firmly top of the agenda. How about trying something a little different this season? Last Days of Shoreditch Winter La La Land is a winter pop-up like no other. Continue reading →

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Daisy Green Collective Launches Darcie & May Green

Posted on 2017-11-26 by tikichris

Daisy Green Collection has launched its latest venue: a pair of city barges moored outside Paddington Station and featuring vivid exterior designs by famed artist Sir Peter Blake (best known for co-creating the cover art for the Beatles’ Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band album. Continue reading →

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Momos and More Himalayan Inspired Dishes at Madame D

Posted on 2017-11-25 by tikichris

I was at Madame D’s in mid November taking up the restaurant on an invitation to have a taste of its recently launched menu, featuring a new range of gorgeous momos (Tibetan style dumplings). I loved every ferociously flavoursome bite. Continue reading →

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#TCTalks | Episode 5 | Hot & Chilli

Posted on 2017-11-24 by tikichris

Episode 5 of tikichris Talks finds me sitting down for a chat with my good friend Rosana McPhee, an amazing cook and photographer and the mastermind behind the award-winning food, travel and luxury blog Hot & Chilli. Continue reading →

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The Silver

Posted on 2017-11-24 by Jasmine Kaur

Silver lines the walls, objects are stacked precariously among each other; it takes a few seconds for my eyes to fully adjust to the array and begin to distinguish between each object: a gilded horn, antique candelabras, ruby rings, and goblets. Nothing is precocious here or simply on show, each object is waiting patiently for a new home. Continue reading →

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Preview: Meow Meow and the London Philharmonic Orchestra at Royal Festival Hall

Posted on 2017-11-20 by tikichris

Cabaret sensation Meow Meow returns to Royal Festival Hall for More Pandemonium with the London Philharmonic Orchestra following the success of last year’s one-off performance. Continue reading →

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Pre Christmas Feasting with Parma Ham

Posted on 2017-11-19 by Demi Perera

If you thought that a ham sandwich was the best we could do with Parma Ham it is most certainly time to think again. Continue reading →

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Tower of London Ice Rink

Posted on 2017-11-19 by Alexandra Kalinowski

If you fancy ice-skating this winter (until 2nd January) and you’re new to how it works in London, you need to book your place. Yes it’s that popular. Continue reading →

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Good Stuff #71

Posted on 2017-11-19 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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Battle of the Sexes – It was Crunch Time

Posted on 2017-11-18 by Demi Perera

It was literally crunch time at Westfield London, Shepherd’s Bush this week courtesy Nature Valley and their new snack – Nut Butter Biscuits. The Atrium in Westfield was transformed in to a tennis court complete with reserved seating to celebrate the release of the movie Battle of the Sexes. Continue reading →

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Preview: Immerse Erotic Storytelling at House of Kittens’ Menagerie

Posted on 2017-11-17 by tikichris

Immerse erotic theatre company House of Kittens is to host Menagerie, an evening of conceptual vignettes with an aim to “delve into the endless expression of pleasure to engage people in a new liberated theatrical movement.” Continue reading →

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Chris Levine Laser and Sound Installation at sketch Gallery

Posted on 2017-11-16 by tikichris

In celebration of the festive season, sketch has partnered with artist Chris Levine to create Silent Light – a laser and sound installation in its gallery. Continue reading →

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#WokFor1000 with Chef Jeremy Pang at Borough Market

Posted on 2017-11-15 by tikichris

Wok for 1000 is a behemoth of a cookery class (there were literally hundreds of participants filled into the Market Hall of Borough Market) with the aim of cooking at least 1,000 meals for people in need. Continue reading →

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Top 10 Choices for Pre and Post Theatre Food and Drink in London (Trainline)

Posted on 2017-11-10 by tikichris

Grabbing drinks or having a meal at the right place and for the right amount of time can help set the tone to commence or end any theatre outing on a delicious note. Continue reading →

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Hoxton Serves up Some Flavour

Posted on 2017-11-09 by Demi Perera

How do you like your art? Shaken, not stirred? How about edible? Well, now anything has been made possible. Smith and Sinclair, who made all our grown up dreams come true by creating alcohol pastilles, have teamed up with the equally indulgent Lanique liqueur to bring us The Flavour Gallery. Continue reading →

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Shuffle Like Santa in Brick Lane

Posted on 2017-11-07 by Demi Perera

Following on from it’s roaring success last year, The London Shuffle Club pop up has returned to the Truman Brewery. Complete with retro Miami inspired decor, inflatable palm trees and flamingos we can now happily shuffleboard in Brick Lane. I went along to find out what this was all about. Continue reading →

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Four Hundred Rabbits Sourdough Pizza in South London

Posted on 2017-11-06 by tikichris

Four Hundred Rabbits is a South London group of pizzerias with locations in Crystal Palace and Nunhead. The group specialises in sourdough pizzas baked in wood-fired ovens and served alongside (a rather South London centric list) of craft beer Continue reading →

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San Daniele/Grana Padano Workshop with Chef Dan Doherty

Posted on 2017-11-04 by tikichris

One of Italy’s most delicious duos was the focus of a recent interactive workshop led by celebrated Chef Dan Doherty with a one-night only takeover of Ladbroke Grove’s Dock Kitchen. Continue reading →

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The Cocktail Guy: A New Book from Sushisamba Mixologist

Posted on 2017-11-02 by Zay Ahmed

This month sees the launch of Rich Woods’ debut book titled ‘The Cocktail Guy’, featuring dozen of cocktail recipes. Continue reading →

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Spooky Dining at Balls and Company

Posted on 2017-11-01 by tikichris

Greek Street’s “little meatball restaurant” served a one night only “Ghouls and Company” feast last night for Halloween. Creepy? Yeah. And tasty too! Continue reading →

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Shake Shack Cambridge Circus

Posted on 2017-10-30 by tikichris

The Shack continues to shake the London burger scene with a new outlet opened at Cambridge Circus. Continue reading →

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The Magic Hour Halloween Special

Posted on 2017-10-25 by tikichris

Magician Tony Middleton is bringing his show, The Magic Hour, to the Sheraton Park Lane Hotel on the 31st for a spooky Halloween special. Continue reading →

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Home Is Where the Heart Is: Art Exhibition and Auction for Arms Around the Child Charity

Posted on 2017-10-24 by tikichris

Arms Around the Child is to host an art exhibition and auction to raise funds to build a home for HIV+ orphans in Jaipur, India. Continue reading →

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