Category Archives: Travel

Frieze 2024

Posted on 2024-10-20 by tikichris

I’m writing this post on Sunday the 20th of October. This time last week I was attending Frieze London, the annual art fair that, according to Harper’s Bazaar, is the “biggest event in the contemporary arts calendar.” This was the … Continue reading →

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Frankie Goes to Bollywood – Southbank Centre

Posted on 2024-08-03 by tikichris

British musical, Frankie Goes to Bollywood, has come to London for a nearly three-week stretch at the Southbank Centre. If you’re looking for an all-singing, all-dancing show with significant feel-good factor this might be just the thing for you. Here’s … Continue reading →

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Secret Sandwich Shop (All Consumed)

Posted on 2024-07-28 by tikichris

Neil and Chris are back again – this time at the Secret Sandwich Shop in Notting Hill. After downing a couple of breakfast sarnies, the duo have a chat about everything from the bus to the Boss and to Bigfoot … Continue reading →

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Whole Beast at the Montpelier (All Consumed)

Posted on 2024-07-13 by tikichris

Neil and Chris have an epic lunch the Montpelier in Peckham, where the Whole Beast kitchen takeover has more than impressed their palates! While there, they chat about other treats to eat in the area. Neil chats about seeing Crowded … Continue reading →

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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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Scrubba Travel Wash Bag

Posted on 2024-04-27 by tikichris

Some months back, I was sent a complimentary Scrubba – a 150g pocket-sized wash bag featuring a patented washboard-in-a-bag design. This past week, I finally got a chance to use it. The Scrubba is essentially a small dry bag with a … 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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Occupied City

Posted on 2024-02-10 by tikichris

In a recent episode of the All Consumed podcast, I sang high praises about Steve McQueen’s new feature-length film, Occupied City. Follow this link to hear those thoughts: Now that the film out and being screened, I thought I’d take … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Books, Movies, Netherlands, Travel | Tagged amsterdam, Atlas of an Occupied City: Amsterdam 1940-1945, Bianca Stigter, documentary, film, history, Movies, netherlands, Occupied City, steve mcqueen, Travel | Leave a comment

Forno (All Consumed)

Posted on 2024-01-27 by tikichris

New year, new episode of All Consumed! Neil and Chris meet up for an early m/’orning chat at celebrated East London bakery, Forno, where they wag chin about resolutions, art, stuff to eat, the remnants of an execution from the … Continue reading →

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Supernova + Dunkin’ (All Consumed)

Posted on 2023-11-26 by tikichris

After a several-weeks hiatus, Neil and Chris are back from their trips to the States and finally ready to record a new episode of All Consumed, during which they mostly chat about what they did (and ate) while away. Be … Continue reading →

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At Home (All Consumed)

Posted on 2023-09-14 by tikichris

A new episode of All Consumed, during which the following occurs: – Chris raves about a couple of London street food vendors.– Neil marvels at a couple of upscale London restaurants.– Both look forward to some upcoming adventures in the … 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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Tonkotsu Soho with Emma Reynolds (All Consumed)

Posted on 2023-07-11 by tikichris

For this episode of All Consumed, Neil and Chris are joined by a guest – Emma Reynolds of Tonkotsu – who graciously hosts them at the Soho branch of her still growing portfolio of ramen bars. After slurping down some … Continue reading →

Posted in All Consumed, Bars, Drink, Food, London, Movies, Music, Podcast, Podcasts, Restaurants, Travel, Uncategorized | Tagged BARS, coffee, Drink, Emma Reynolds, film, Food, London, music, pizza, restaurants, tonkotsu, Travel | Leave a comment

Stephen Triffitt | Frank Sinatra’s Songs for Swingin’ Lovers | Cadogan Hall

Posted on 2023-07-01 by tikichris

A few weeks back, I attended a performance of Frank Sinatra’s Songs for Swingin’ Lovers by Stephen Triffitt with the Manhattan Swing Orchestra at Cadogan Hall. The opportunity to enjoy acclaimed Sinatra tribute artist, Triffitt, work magic with what’s considered … Continue reading →

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Rad Power Bikes £50 Discount with This Radvocate Referral Link

Posted on 2023-06-24 by tikichris

Since publishing my Rad Power Bikes referral link post last month, I’ve taken my RadRunner Plus off road a couple of times. It handled the trails well, considerably better than I expected actually, and enabled me the chance to access … Continue reading →

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Unlock £50 Savings When You Buy Your First Rad Power Bike

Posted on 2023-05-21 by tikichris

Ever since I started riding my Rad Power Bike, one thing has been clear. People want to know where I got it and how they can get their own. Usually, they don’t even ask if I like it. They just … Continue reading →

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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Index | Tracking the Lion Man

Posted on 2023-05-01 by tikichris

Seeing the Lion Man of Hohlenstein-Stadel at Museum Ulm was a thrill. The journey to Ulm made the experience all the more worthwhile. I reckon the Lion Man is a must-see for anybody keen to experience an overwhelming sense of … Continue reading →

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Ulm | Tracking the Lion Man

Posted on 2023-04-29 by tikichris

Continuing on from Baden-Baden, the next stop on my trail was Ulm, Germany – home of the Löwenmensch (Lion Man) of Hohlenstein-Stadel, the reason for my trip. Located roughly halfway between Stuttgart and Munich, this small city in the state … 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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Basel | Tracking the Lion Man

Posted on 2023-04-09 by tikichris

Welcome back to Tracking the Lion Man, a series of posts about my trip to Switzerland and Germany en route to the city of Ulm to view the Löwenmensch (Lion Man) of Hohlenstein-Stadel – a prehistoric sculpture carved out of mammoth … Continue reading →

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Tracking the Lion Man

Posted on 2023-04-02 by tikichris

I’ve just returned home from a week away in Switzerland and Germany. The reason for the trip was to have an in-person look at the Löwenmensch (Lion Man) of Hohlenstein-Stadel – a prehistoric footlong sculpture carved out of mammoth tusk on … Continue reading →

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Wearing the World’s First 100% Recyclable Shoes – Zebra Oasis

Posted on 2023-03-07 by tikichris

New premium shoe brand Zebra Oasis sent me a pair of shoes to review. ZO claims these kicks are the world’s first fully recyclable shoes. Nice. Made of hemp, merino wool, bamboo and cotton, they look pretty snazzy too. Double … Continue reading →

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Five Recommendations for Excellent Chinese Food in London

Posted on 2023-02-26 by tikichris

I haven’t written about any restaurant visits in a looooong time. Inspired by a few recent dining experiences, though, I reckon I’ve got some recommendations worth sharing. Not only have I not written about restaurants in a while, I haven’t … Continue reading →

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And Then … Parakeets | 2023 Resolution

Posted on 2023-01-12 by tikichris

My last post was about not having anything to write but deciding to publish a post anyway if only to give myself a chance to exercise my creative muscles and get back into the routine of writing regularly. But as … Continue reading →

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VegfestUK London 2022 | 12-13 November at Olympia Grand

Posted on 2022-11-05 by tikichris

VegfestUK – the UK’s biggest indoor vegan festival – returns for its first ‘in the flesh’ London event since the lockdown period with a two-day festival at Olympia Grand in Kensington. The plant-based party promises a jam-packed calendar of cookery … Continue reading →

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Parmigiano Reggiano Tasting Menu at Angelina

Posted on 2022-07-23 by tikichris

Dalston restaurant Angelina recently played host to a one-off kaiseki (tasting menu) dinner organised by the Consorzio del Formaggio Parmigiano Reggiano. The 12-course feast paired with six wines highlighted the versatility of one of the world’s most beloved cheeses as … Continue reading →

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Gala Fiesta de la Bulería de Jerez – Flamenco Festival at Sadler’s Wells

Posted on 2022-06-26 by tikichris

After a three-year hiatus, the usually annual Flamenco Festival has returned to Sadler’s Wells. I attended one of the events last night, Gala Fiesta de la Bulería de Jerez. I left the show feeling invigorated, amazed and thoroughly entertained. The … Continue reading →

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World’s Best Steak Menu at Heliot Steak House

Posted on 2022-05-22 by tikichris

At Hippodrome Casino, the stakes might be high for those who choose to gamble. But for those visiting this famous Leicester Square venue and looking for a safer bet, consider trying the highly rated steaks at the casino’s own Heliot … Continue reading →

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Win a 12-Can Multipack of Rebelicious CBD Cola and Cream Soda

Posted on 2022-05-09 by tikichris

To celebrate the launch of the UK’s first ever CBD infused cream soda, I’ve teamed up with Rebelicious Drinks to offer one lucky tikichris reader the chance to win a 12-can multipack of six cans of the new cream soda … Continue reading →

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New Weekend Brunch Menu at Grand Trunk Road, South Woodford

Posted on 2022-02-05 by tikichris

South Woodford’s wonderful Grand Trunk Road has launched an excellent new weekend brunch menu that’s reasonably priced with a variety of flavoursome dishes and a bottomless drinks option. I’ve raved about Grand Trunk Road before. Back in 2017, when the … Continue reading →

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Colonel Saab, Upscale Indian Dining in Holborn

Posted on 2021-12-19 by tikichris

Any regular reader of this blog should be aware that it ain’t what it used to be. I hardly post restaurant reviews anymore. In fact, I hardly post at all. The reason behind my lack of online activity is because … Continue reading →

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Win #TheFoodieBag / Instagram Bag from the Paper Bag Co

Posted on 2021-12-06 by tikichris

Can’t quite get your dishes to look as scrumptious in your photos as you know they are on your plate? There’s a bag for that! The Instagram Bag from the Paper Bag Co is an ideal accessory (and a very smart gift … Continue reading →