Category Archives: Restaurants
On the Haggis Hunt in Edinburgh
On the hunt for haggis? Have a look at the best I tried during a recent Edinburgh expedition. Continue reading
Anne-Sophie Pic for Sushi Shop | Episode 8 | #TCTalks
Episode 8 of tikichris Talks features two interviews from back in October when I had the pleasure of attending a sneak preview of the three Michelin Star Chef Anne-Sophie Pic’s collaboration with the Paris-based upscale takeaway restaurant group, Sushi Shop. Continue reading
Ljubljana Lux | InterContinental
In sharp contrast to Ljubljana’s largely low rise look, the sleek modernist 20-storey InterContinental Ljubljana certainly stood out as a gleaming landmark during my lux weekend break in the Slovenian capital. Continue reading
Best London Ice Cream of 2017
Here’s the scoop on London’s best ice cream, soft serve and gelato! Continue reading
Best London Pizza of 2017
Anytime’s pizza time in London with these fantastic pizzerias. Continue reading
Best London Cheap Eats of 2017
Is it possible to grab a bite in London for five quid or less that’s still tasty and filling? Yep – especially in my neck of the woods. Continue reading
Best Restaurants of 2017 (Excluding London)
Best restaurants in the world? Here’s a taste of the ones I got to try. Continue reading
#TCTalks | Episode 6 | Chocolate Ecstasy
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
Stax Diner to Give Away 200 Free Cheeseburgers from Noon on Thursday 7 December
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
Hotel Chocolat: Christmas Gifts for Her
Luxury British chocolate brand, Hotel Chocolat, has a delectable range of luscious treats “for her” including boxes of chocolates, bottles of bubbly, hampers, gift cards, “bean to bar” experiences and more! Continue reading
Konditor & Cook: Best Mince Pies in London?
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
Millennials to Drink Coffee in a Victorian … Ahem … Setting
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
Momos and More Himalayan Inspired Dishes at Madame D
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
Winery Weekend at Three Choirs Vineyard in Gloucestershire
Among the standouts and best established of English wineries is Three Choirs vineyard and winery in Gloucestershire. Continue reading
Falling for Scotland in Autumn | Big Time
A road trip interspersed with city breaks and rural retreats across one of the world’s most captivating landscapes: Kemey and I fell for Scotland big time. Continue reading
Four Hundred Rabbits Sourdough Pizza in South London
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
San Daniele/Grana Padano Workshop with Chef Dan Doherty
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