Category Archives: Video

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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Review | Antrum: The Deadliest Film Ever Made?

Posted on 2020-10-13 by tikichris

Can a film cause harm – or even death – to someone who watches it? Antrum: The Deadliest Film Ever Made is a feature length film (purportedly) shot in the late 70s that is said to be cursed, with extremely … 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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Good Stuff #87  

Posted on 2019-02-24 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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Good Stuff #86  

Posted on 2019-02-20 by tikichris

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Review of Alita: Battle Angel

Posted on 2019-02-01 by tikichris

Last night I attended the IMAX 3D world preview of Alita: Battle Angel at Cineworld Cinema – London Leicester Square. The best bits of the film were an action-packed and visually stunning rollick but a few too many less than exciting lulls lingered in between. Continue reading →

Posted in Entertainment, London, Movies, Video | Tagged alita, alita battle angel, Celebrities, cinema, Cineworld, Cineworld Cinema London Leicester Square, Entertainment, film, James Cameron, Jon Landau, leicester square, London, Movies, Previews, reviews, Robert Rodriquez, Video, WC2 | Leave a comment

BlacKkKlansman | Rakuten TV

Posted on 2019-01-20 by tikichris

When browsing the Rakuten TV website last week and noticing that BlacKkKlansman (not to mention a lot of other great choices and loads of piping hot new releases) was available to buy or rent, it was something of a revelation – like my movie loving yearnings were given a new lease on life.   Continue reading →

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Unsung Cities | Cleveland, Ohio

Posted on 2018-12-17 by tikichris

For the second profile in my series about Unsung Cities, I travel to the American Midwest to enjoy few tasty days in the lowbrow wonderland of Cleveland, Ohio. Continue reading →

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Sneak Peek of Alita: Battle Angel

Posted on 2018-12-12 by tikichris

How’s this for a Tuesday night: a world premiere 30 minute IMAX 3D sneak preview screening of scenes from the upcoming film Alita: Battle Angel at Cineworld in Leicester Square with an in-person intro from producer Jon Landau and director Robert Rodriguez followed by a Q&A with the pair afterwards? Continue reading →

Good Stuff #82

Posted on 2018-12-11 by tikichris

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

Posted on 2018-12-02 by tikichris

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

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Unsung Cities | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Posted on 2018-11-27 by tikichris

Going with Pittsburg for the start of this new series was a no-brainer. I had a great time there in September and would not be averse to making repeat visits. The blank stares I’ve received from people here in London when I say I was recently there (and loved it) suggests the city has a way to go before shaking off any unsung status. Continue reading →

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Sushi Shop 20th Anniversary Limited Edition Box

Posted on 2018-09-23 by tikichris

Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Sushi Shop has partnered with three legendary street artists to create three distinctive designs for a limited edition 42-piece sushi box. 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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Movie Review: Better Watch Out

Posted on 2017-11-05 by tikichris

Christmas horror flick sound like your thing? Keep Better Watch Out in mind for Yuletide chills and thrills. Continue reading →

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Falling for Scotland in Autumn | Driving the A82 with the Vauxhall Mokka X

Posted on 2017-11-05 by tikichris

Best thing about our recent tour of Scotland? Humming through the Highlands in the comfortable and stylish Vauxhall Mokka X. Continue reading →

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HipStar: Collapsible Hands-Free Travel Cart

Posted on 2017-08-20 by tikichris

Designed to ease the load of moving heavy items over any terrain, HipStar can be used as a cart, backpack, or bike trailer. Indeed, inventor Igor Koshutin reckons his creation has the potential to revolutionise how people travel for work and pleasure. Continue reading →

Posted in Design, Shopping, Travel, Video | Tagged Art Matrix, Art Matrix LLC, design, HipStar, Igor Koshutin, Shopping, Travel, Video | Leave a comment

Percy Pig Turns 25

Posted on 2017-07-23 by tikichris

Percy Pig, model for and namesake of Marks & Spencer’s popular fruit flavoured gummies, turns 25 years old this month (23 July to be exact). Continue reading →

Posted in Drink, Food, Recipes, Shopping, Video | Tagged #PercyTurns25, cocktails, Drink, Food, M&S, Marks & Spencer, Marks and Spencer, Percy Pig, Percy Turns 25, recipes, Shopping, Video | Leave a comment

Movie Review: The Red Turtle

Posted on 2017-05-21 by tikichris

Oscar nominated and winner of the 2016 Cannes Film Festival’s Un Certain Regard Special Prize, The Red Turtle by Director Michael Dudok de Wit is coming to UK cinemas 26 May. Continue reading →

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Glovax: New Multi-Use, Super Durable Gloves

Posted on 2017-05-09 by tikichris

Glovax gloves are made from special yarns (produced in only two factories in the world – one in Zhejiang, China and the other in Japan) that are resistant to abrasion, blade cutting, tearing, and puncture. They’re also water and oil proof with anti-skidding material on the palm and fingers for a firm grid no matter how slippery the situation. They feel impressively lightweight and flexible on the hand – and pretty comfortable too. Continue reading →

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Movie Review: The Eyes of My Mother

Posted on 2017-03-15 by tikichris

Soon to be released in UK cinemas, indie horror flick, The Eyes of My Mother, is the gross-out creep-fest you’ve been craving. Continue reading →

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#ProjectLiteracy 2017: Rewriting Lives

Posted on 2017-03-15 by tikichris

What does it take to break the cycle of illiteracy? Continue reading →

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#CityStories: Coffee

Posted on 2017-03-06 by tikichris

Need a caffeine kick in Shoreditch? Or, perhaps, somewhere chilled out to pause and reflect over a cup of something warm? You’ll love the recs in this third (and final) video instalment for my City Stories collaboration with Point A Hotels. Continue reading →

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#CityStories: Bars and Pubs

Posted on 2017-03-05 by tikichris

Thirsty in Shoreditch? You are so in the right place. Check out the second video instalment for my City Stories collaboration with Point A Hotels. Continue reading →

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#CityStories: Street Food

Posted on 2017-03-04 by tikichris

The clip is dedicated to one of my favourite topics – street food – and features tips on where to chow down on three of the yummiest options (IMHO) for grab-n-go grub near the new Point A Hotel on Paul Street in Shoreditch. Continue reading →

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#CityStories: Exploring #Shoreditch with #PointAHotels

Posted on 2017-03-02 by tikichris

Get ready for City Stories: a new series of video posts I’ve cooked up with Point A Hotels to highlight some of my favourite food and drink in and around Shoreditch. Continue reading →

Posted in Bars, City Stories, Coffee, Competition, Drink, Food, Hotels, London, Pubs, Restaurants, Street Markets, Travel, Video | Tagged BARS, coffee, competition, Drink, east london, EC2, EC2A 4JH, Food, hotels, London, Paul Street, Point A, Point A Hotels, pubs, restaurants, shoreditch, street food, street markets, Travel, Video, Лондон, لندن, ロンドン, 伦敦 | Leave a comment

The Founder Burger at BRGR.CO

Posted on 2017-02-14 by tikichris

To celebrate the release of The Founder, the Michael Keaton film about Ray Kroc of McDonald’s fame, BRGR.CO has launched a limited edition burger consisting of two blade steak patties with melted cheese, shredded iceburg lettuce, pickled gherkins and secret recipe BRGR.CO sauce on a triple layer sesame bun. Continue reading →

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BFI Brings Back GoodFellas to the Big Screen

Posted on 2017-01-12 by tikichris

The British Film Institute is rereleasing the classic 1990 gangster film, GoodFellas, in cinemas across the UK on 20 January. Continue reading →

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Taking a Break with Magician Tony “Sonic” Middleton | 10X10 with tikichris

Posted on 2016-08-27 by tikichris

For my next 10X10 episode to celebrate ten years of blogging, I’m going to disappear, and I’ve got my magician friend Tony “Sonic” Middleton in on the act to help out. Continue reading →

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Free Tacos | Old El Paso #MiniMexican Pop-Up at Gabriel’s Wharf

Posted on 2016-08-19 by tikichris

To celebrate the launch of Mini Stand N Stuff Tortillas, Old El Paso is giving away free tacos at a two-day pop-up on the Thames near Gabriel’s Wharf. Continue reading →

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BBQ Hacks Video Series

Posted on 2016-08-05 by tikichris

Here we are at the height of summer. So far so good, right? As much as we might love to complain about the weather here in Britain, we must admit there have be some pretty decent stretches of absolutely wonderful … Continue reading →

Posted in Food, Shopping, Video | Tagged BBQ, BBQ Hacks, Food, Grilling, MyVoucherCodes, Shopping, summer, Videos | Leave a comment

Video: Europcar and Mercedes-Benz | The Carousel of Dreams

Posted on 2016-06-29 by tikichris

Carousel of Dreams is a whimsical little film produced by Europcar in partnership with Mercedes-Benz inviting you to relive your childhood dreams – with a touch of grown up luxury. Continue reading →