Category Archives: Shopping

Seedlip X Behind This Wall | “No and Lo” CBD Cocktails

Posted on 2018-10-03 by tikichris

Riding high on the “no and lo” wave is Seedlip, the world’s first distilled non-alcoholic spirit. Mixing up quality cocktails using Seedlip spirits alongside their own house brewed CBD oil is the team at Behind this Wall. A recent event at this cosy basement bar in Hackney presented an opportunity to sample a few showcase drinks made by BTW and featuring both Seedlip and CBD oil prominently. Continue reading →

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Yayoi Kusama: The Moving Moment When I Went to the Universe at Victoria Miro

Posted on 2018-10-01 by tikichris

The Moving Moment When I Went to the Universe brings new works, a trippy Infinity Mirror Room and plenty of giant pumpkins and more by celebrated Japanese artist, Yayoi Kusama, to Victoria Miro. Continue reading →

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Matching Territorial Cheese and Wine | Paxton & Whitfield X Berry Bros & Rudd

Posted on 2018-10-01 by Federica Carr

Cheese and wine comprise one of the best pairings on the planet. Whether during the festive season or not, it is an extremely enjoyable match. I went along to Jermyn Street cheese mongers Paxton & Whitfield for what turned out to be an unusual and interesting session on these two items. Indeed, unusual because the cheeses picked were all British and made by small producers and known as ‘territorials’ because they take their name after the region or county they are produced in (eg Cheddar). Continue reading →

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Good Stuff #79 | Goodies from GO!

Posted on 2018-09-25 by Judith Schrut

Good stuff and lots of it!   Judith Schrut’s been to London’s first GO! Organic Festival and has the low down on some fine things to see, sip and savour we thought worth sharing with you. Enjoy. Continue reading →

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Greenville, North Carolina | Blackbeard’s Wake

Posted on 2018-09-24 by tikichris

As much as I savoured reacquainting myself with such a tasty town, I was primarily there to take a peek into the East Carolina University lab where artefacts from Blackbeard’s sunken flagship are being preserved and studied for a more accurate record of North Carolina’s coastal heritage. Continue reading →

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Win a Bottle of Patron Reposado Tequila

Posted on 2018-09-21 by tikichris

Love tequila? My team up with Tequila & Mezcal Fest 2018 just got a lot tastier with this competition offering the chance for one tikichris reader to win a bottle of some of Mexico’s best: Patron Reposado. Continue reading →

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My Coffee with Melitta | What to Look for When Buying a Machine

Posted on 2018-09-17 by tikichris

From sleek cutting edge technology to tried-and-true champs of yore, the range of machines offered by Melitta has you covered whatever way you like to make your coffee Continue reading →

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Chocolate | Pierre Marcolini’s Winter Collection

Posted on 2018-09-15 by Judith Schrut

Celebrated Belgian chocolatier Pierre Marcolini’s passion for sweet treats dates back to his childhood when, so the story goes, he would happily exchange toys with his brother for an extra portion of dessert. Continue reading →

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Nineteen 87 Premium Baked Dog Food

Posted on 2018-09-13 by Federica Carr

Using the finest ingredients from farms here in the UK, the folks at Nineteen 87 take care to get the right mixture to achieve a decent taste for the pets. I can’t vouch for the taste, but they really smell very good, unlike some dog food and treats which are so horribly stinky, you can’t even put some in your pocket. Continue reading →

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Win Tickets to the Tequila & Mezcal Fest 2018

Posted on 2018-09-09 by tikichris

Coming to London the first weekend of October for its fifth anniversary is the Tequila & Mezcal Fest – the biggest agave extravaganza in Europe. As part of my team up with Teq Fest, I’ve set aside a pair of day tickets to share with one lucky tikichris reader. Continue reading →

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Must Try Iconic Foods From Around The World

Posted on 2018-09-02 by tikichris

Have you ever dreamt of tasting scrumptious food while sitting in the cafe with a breathtaking view? We know where to find this beauty. This mouth-watering article will help you choose the destination for the next food tour. What can … Continue reading →

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Rum Tasting with Dawn Davies + The Whisky Show News | #TCTalks Episode 35

Posted on 2018-08-29 by tikichris

Episode 35 of tikichris Talks has me dropping by the newly opened Whisky Exchange on Great Portland Street for a lively rum tasting with Dawn Davies, Head Buyer for Speciality Drinks. We chat about why this amber spirit offers excellent value for deep flavour. Dawn and I also talk about The Whisky Show returning to London at the end September for its 10th anniversary. This year for the first time in the show’s history, a selection of fine rums will be available to try alongside more than 600 quality whiskies. Continue reading →

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Win a Pair of Tickets to The Whisky Show

Posted on 2018-08-29 by tikichris

Who wants a pair of day tickets to this year’s Whisky Show, valued at £110 each and including a two-course lunch, one Dream Dram token and access to more than 600 whiskies to be tasted? Continue reading →

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Tequila & Mezcal Fest 2018 | Get 20% Off Your #TeqFest Tix

Posted on 2018-08-27 by tikichris

The Tequila & Mezcal Fest returns to London to celebrate its fifth anniversary. And guess who’s getting in on the fun to amp up the action and spread the word about Europe’s biggest agave extravaganza? Continue reading →

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Christine Smallwood Has an Appetite for Italy | #TCTalks Episode 33

Posted on 2018-08-22 by tikichris

Here’s an interview with author and fellow Italian food lover, Christine Smallwood. During our conversation for episode 33 of tikichris Talks, Christine and I talk about her Appetite for Italy series of books and what makes the country such a fantastic place to eat, drink and explore. Continue reading →

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Win a Bottle of Luxardo Sour Cherry Gin + a Jar of Luxardo Maraschino Cocktail Cherries

Posted on 2018-08-19 by tikichris

Here’s a fruitful competition offering a strong chance for one lucky tikichris reader to win a bottle of Luxardo’s new Sour Cherry Gin plus a jar of its famous Maraschino Cocktail Cherries. Continue reading →

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Pom Harrington of Peter Harrington Rare Books | #TCTalks Episode 31

Posted on 2018-08-15 by tikichris

For episode 31 of tikichris Talks, I chat with Pom Harrington, second generation owner of Peter Harrington Rare Books in Chelsea (with another location in Mayfair). During our conversation among the shelves of his Fulham Road bookstore, Pom shares his insight of what makes a book rare and valuable and what’s in his private staff. Continue reading →

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Good Stuff #77

Posted on 2018-08-11 by tikichris

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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Director Michael Lehmann on the 30th Anniversary of Heathers | #TCTalks Episode 30

Posted on 2018-08-09 by tikichris

Episode 30 of tikichris Talks features an interview with Michael Lehmann, director of Heathers, on the 30th anniversary of this classic dark comedy from the late 80s and what it was like to work with teen actors Winona Ryder and Christian Slater on a film with breakout roles for both their careers. Continue reading →

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Win a BBQ Fire Starter Kit from Certainly Wood

Posted on 2018-08-08 by tikichris

Certainly Wood is the UK’s bigger producer of 100% British sustainable premier kiln dried firewood, kindling & Flamers natural firelighters. I’ve teamed with this *tree-mendous* company for a smoking hot giveaway offering one lucky tikichris reader the chance to win a BBQ Fire Starter Kit. Continue reading →

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V For Launches at The Old Truman Brewery

Posted on 2018-08-06 by Sheepa Miah

From vegan cocktails, to vegan fried chicken, V For is a series of events not to be missed. The vegan lifestyle event is anticipated to bring in over 2,000 visitors to The Old Truman Brewery. Expect food, drinks, music and events. Continue reading →

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World Steak Challenge 2018

Posted on 2018-08-06 by tikichris

At the beginning of last month (4th of July actually) I got to sit in for a second year in a row as a consumer judge at World Steak Challenge, where three dozen or so expert judges convened to test and rate close to sirloin, fillet and rib eye steaks from 22 different countries and four continents. Continue reading →

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Wine Chap Tom Harrow | #TCTalks Episode 29

Posted on 2018-08-03 by tikichris

Tom Harrow is Director at Honest Grapes, UK Ambassador for Franciacorta, wine writer, host and consultant – and the subject of episode 29 of tikichris Talks. Cheers! Continue reading →

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Douglas Blyde | #TCTalks Episode 28

Posted on 2018-07-30 by tikichris

Columnist at ES Magazine, editor of Wine List Confidential, drinks presenter and gastronomy consultant Douglas Blyde sits down for a conversation with me about the good things in life for Episode 28 of tikichris Talks. Continue reading →

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Best of the Fests | Port Eliot Festival, Cornwall

Posted on 2018-07-22 by Judith Schrut

Summertime Britain is a food lovers’ paradise, with dozens of festivals, fairs and other tasty offerings where food and cooking take centre stage. That’s certainly true at the Port Eliot Festival in Cornwall. Continue reading →

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Golf Posters of the Top 10 Golfers of All Time

Posted on 2018-07-21 by tikichris

Golfing is often said to be a gentleman’s sport, and these golf posters display exactly what that means. Golf can be traced back as far as the year 960 in ancient China, with it’s more contemporary roots being aligned around … Continue reading →

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My Coffee with Melitta | Win a Stainless Steel Gooseneck Pour Over Kettle

Posted on 2018-07-20 by tikichris

Looking for a stylish and functional kettle? Melitta’s stainless steel gooseneck pour over kettle is just the thing for you! And if you like making pour over coffee, you’ll love brewing it with this beautifully designed item. Continue reading →

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Denise Medrano, The Wine Sleuth | #TCTalks Episode 26

Posted on 2018-07-19 by tikichris

Denise Medrano, aka The Wine Sleuth, is a London based blogger and the wine buyer for The Grocery Wine Vault. She’s also the subject of the 26th episode of tikichris Talks. We had a great conversation about her passion for wine and her mission to help others simply enjoy drinking it. Continue reading →

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Tips For Eating Healthier and Better This Summer

Posted on 2018-07-17 by tikichris

Let’s face it, summertime can be scary for those trying to live healthier. Continue reading →

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Made in Jamaica, Enjoyed in Brixton

Posted on 2018-07-16 by tikichris

It’s no secret I’m a fan of rum nor that I’m partial to ones from Jamaica. So when the folks at Campari UK invited me along for a tasting of their rum portfolio at rumspirational venues across Brixton, I was keen to accept. Continue reading →

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7 Experts Share Their Must-Haves to Pack in Your Carry-On This Summer (The Real Deal)

Posted on 2018-07-10 by tikichris

Delicate skin and an ever-broadening bald spot mean that sunscreen and a cap are essential in my carry-on, even when I’m checking a bag. I keep a charged solar power bank with me to make sure my phone stays juiced up. I hardly ever leave the house without a reusable water bottle these days. Continue reading →

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Win Pass the Pigs Party Dice Game

Posted on 2018-07-07 by tikichris

I’ve got a fun and quirky Pass the Pigs dice game to offer one lucky tikichris reader. This one’s the party edition of the popular all-ages game. Continue reading →

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Guest Post by Chris Osburn (Clementine Communications)

Posted on 2018-07-06 by tikichris

The team at Clementine Communications recently got in touch inviting me to submit a guest post about current trends in the food and drinks industry. I was happy to oblige and share some thoughts. Continue reading →

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Good Stuff #76

Posted on 2018-07-01 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.

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My Coffee with Melitta | CI Touch

Posted on 2018-06-25 by tikichris

Good morning! And welcome back to My Coffee: a collaborative series of posts with premium coffee machine maker Melitta. Continue reading →

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