London Daily Photo: Damn Pigeon!
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London Daily Photo: This Shutter Shall
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New (and Awesome) Coffee Cakes from Outsider Tart (Londonist)
New (and Awesome) Coffee Cakes from Outsider Tart
… OT have (graciously) added caramel apple coffee cake with a pecan streusel and rhubarb coffee cake to their repertoire. Bless their cotton oven mits …
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London Daily Photo: Downtime
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Pizza with Radicchio, Escarole and Bagna Cauda by Jennifer Klinec of Eat Drink Talk (Londonist)
Pizza with Radicchio, Escarole and Bagna Cauda by Jennifer Klinec of Eat Drink Talk
by Chris Osburn, contributing editor
Londonist
January 26, 2009 9:58 PM
When, Jennifer Klinec, founder-instructor of “new-school” cookery classes – Eat Drink Talk – asked Londonist to lunch recently, we thought “how can we refuse?” And when she mentioned she would be making pizza with radicchio, escarole and bagna cauda (keep reading for the recipe!), we thought “how the hell did we get so lucky?” Enthusiastically accepting Jennifer’s offer, we still didn’t realize just how frickin’ fantastic her pizza would be!
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Londonist Behind The Lens: Chris Osburn AKA Tiki Chris
Hey! That’s me! Very cool, but I’m gonna make you visit the actual Londonist post to see the shots.
Londonist Behind The Lens: Chris Osburn AKA Tiki Chris
By Londonist
Londonist
January 24, 2009
London is (or at least often can be) such a photogenic place. There’s just something about it. I mean, for the most part, it’s not incredibly beautiful … not like Paris or Barcelona anyway. Nor is London terribly stunning; you really can’t compare it to the vertical awe of Manhattan or the mind boggling expanse of, say, Shanghai. However, the story London tells through its streets, landmarks and faces (oh the faces in this town!) is as compelling as any I’ve ever experienced. The story is one of weathering crises with resolve and engaging the world on its own terms. Through my photography, I hope to share that story with the viewer. Sometimes I think I come close to succeeding.
Read the complete Londonist Behind The Lens post and see the photos at Londonist.
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It’s Friday Already? (January 23, 2009)
I did a whole lotta livin’ but not a lotta postin’ this week. Unfortunately, I had plenty of pesky desk work to do as well. But hey, that’s life.
Anyway, I did happen upon a pack of FURRY wildlife on the streets of London (and luckily had my trusty camera at hand to document the encounter). I also managed to get one more Sickboy article published.
Other than that, not much really. I’m still adjusting to the (INCREDIBLY AWESOME) fact that there’s a new President of the United States of America. I had some homemede pasta e ceci and a Moonpie too … And played surrogate tourist for an old friend back in Chattanooga.
Life is good,
Chris
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Yo Jersey Shore Bands: This ROCK GODDESS Needs Some Back Up!
I believe this picture speaks for itself. Hook this lady up with some kick ass toonage and you’ll be a hit!
Contact me if you’d like to get in touch with this soulful diva of the Shore!
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Furries Invade London
Here’s something you don’t get to gawk at everyday.
View the Furries Invade London photoset at Flickr.
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Sickboy: Stay Free (Whitehot Magazine of Contemporary Art)
One more Sickboy article. Here’s a link to some more stuff I wrote about his Stay Free show.
Sickboy: Stay Free
Chris Osburn
Whitehot Magazine of Contemporary Art
January 2009
Sickboy: Stay Free
Chris Osburn
Whitehot Magazine of Contemporary Art
January 2009
Not content to simply wow exhibition goers with a retrospective of his best street and studio work, prolific London graffiti artist, Sickboy (whom we interviewed back in February 08), saw his recent solo show, Stay Free, as an opportunity to give something back to his fans in the way of offering his massive Stay Free Factory installation as a prize to one lucky exhibition visitor. During the December 4th through 10th run of the Stay Free exhibition, a thousand golden keys were released to the exhibition visitors with the person whose key fit the lock becoming the new owner of the Stay Free Factory (worth an estimated £20,000).
See more pics and read the complete Sickboy: Stay Free review at Whitehot Magazine of Contemporary Art.
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The Week (and Then Some) in Review (January 16, 2009)
The Week (and Then Some) in Review
As my dear old mom might say, I have returned “from runnin’ around all over tarnation.” Hi. It’s good to be back. Since my last Weekly Update, way back on the 16th of December, I’ve …
– had the best damn BBQ ever;
All the while, I’ve relied upon the kind kitten-like instincts of a super-fantastic London-based cat sitter to care for my two lil kitty-witties. Yay for responsible people.
All the while, I’ve relied upon the kind kitten-like instincts of a super-fantastic London-based cat sitter to care for my two lil kitty-witties. Yay for responsible people.
So there ya have it. My first Weekly Update of 2009. Question is am I gonna be able to keep up with these on a regular basis much longer? We’ll see.
Bestest of the best,
Chris
Chris
– made some New Year’s resolutions;
– got a haircut;
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and oh so much more!
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Vodka with a View
So it’s not all “impotence and humiliation” at Canary Wharf these days. There’s an ice skating rink at Canada Square (until the 22nd of February) and even a stylish and intimate lil fourth floor pop-up bar from which to enjoy watching the ice skating (until the 7th of February; 6pm-10.30pm, Mon-Fri).
Located on the terrace at Plateau Restaurant, the Smirnoff Black Winter Ice Lounge is a covered outside bar with thick faux fur blankies for cuddly nights out under the stars (and skyscrapers). It’s kinda Manhattan-y and a nice way to experience Canary Wharf.
This post was originally published on Londonist.
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Best Cat Sitter in London!
Yep, I know her and would be happy to recommend her to anyone in need of a kind, thoughtful, smart cat sitter who charges reasonable rates.
I’m a bit of a crank when it comes to people staying in my flat and don’t like the idea of just anyone looking after my kitties. My wife’s even more of a zealot when it comes to keeping a tidy home and with respect to the well being of our pets, she expects the utmost care. We both hold our cat sitter in the highest regard.
She even texts photos of our cats to us and sends us regular updates about how everything’s going.
Contact me if you’d like to get in touch with London’s most awesome-est cat sitter.
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Double-Bill Sweet Toof/Martin Lea Brown Exhibition at Sartorial Contemporary Art
One of London’s most determined fine artists has teamed up with one of its most notorious.
Expect masked gunmen slogging it out over criminal bounties (a la Martin Lea Brown) and big wet sloppy licks ‘n’ kisses from mouthy graffiti artist Sweet Toof at this Sartorial Contemporary Art exhibition running today and tomorrow and then from 13 January to 4 February. Both artists have the uncanny ability to juxtapose images of violence, illegality and desperation with vivid colours and an exuberance too often avoided in contemporary art (at least in this town). The results provide viewers with an opportunity to ponder societal anxiety and the fragility of cultural norms at a time when such topics truly resonate. In other words, this is cool shit that’s worth ogling. Very zeitgeist-y!
This post was originally published on Londonist.
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Basement Barbers at Exmouth Market (Qype does London)
Basement Barbers at Exmouth Market
Chris Osburn
Qype does London
January 12th 2009
Having just posted a glowing review of Basement Barbers on Qype, I figured I’d take advantage of the Qype does London blog to rave about this Exmouth Market gem a little more.
Read the complete Basement Barbers at Exmouth Market post at Qype does London.
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Online and Looking Ahead!
Okay I’m back in town and ready to take on 2009. Of course, if you’ve been following my tikichris to go and ontoTravel blogs, you’d be forgiven for thinking that I never really went away.
Now two weeks deep into January, I’m feeling energized and inspired about 2009, particularly after reading the “Ten tasks of Atomic Tony Tiki” over at the Atomic Tony Tiki blog. I was so impressed by ATT’s “shit list” that I’ve decided to come up with a few of my own priorities for the year. In addition to eating more leafy greens and getting back into the habit of going to the gym on a regular basis, (in no particular order) I would like to …1. Be more social with my social media activities:
I spend a lot of time blogging, tweeting, updating my status, uploading photos etc. Of course, it’s always great when I receive a kind comment from someone that took the time to respond to me. Not only should I reciprocate more often, but I really ought to take the initiative to let my social media contacts know when I appreciate what they’ve shared with the online world.
2. Take better pictures:
Practice makes perfect! I’ve got the knowledge (lodged in my brain somewhere) and certainly can access more photography-related info with ease. I just gotta get out there, take more shots, experiment and learn from my mistakes and successes.
3. Be a better writer:
Similar to “take better pictures” – I hopefully will continue to thoughtfully apply myself to my craft.
Similar to “take better pictures” – I hopefully will continue to thoughtfully apply myself to my craft.
4. Be a kinder person:
I’ve a long way to go but I’ll keep at it!
I’ve a long way to go but I’ll keep at it!
5. Let people know how, when and why I appreciate them.
To align my words with the forces of good and make nice with people more often.
To align my words with the forces of good and make nice with people more often.
Happy New Year,
Chris
Chris
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London, I’m Coming Home
London, I’m Coming Home
Chris Osburn
Qype does London
January 11th 2009
I’m sitting here at Hartsfield International Airport (ick) in Atlanta waiting for my flight back to Heathrow (double ick). Despite the prospect of an especially sinister case of jetlag and an ever increasing pile of work waiting to gang up on me across The Pond, I’m more than ready to return. Three weeks is a long time to be away. I miss my wife, my kitties, my daily routine and the city I call home.
Read the complete London, I’m Coming Home post at Qype does London.
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Zebedee! (Qype does London)
Pub Quiz Winner! (Qype does London)
Pub Quiz Winner!
Chris Osburn
Qype does London
January 7th 2009
To be honest, this was my first pub quiz, something I’ve always associated with London. Maybe they used to have them back when I lived here, but I don’t remember ever hearing about pub quizzes then or on any past visits. Anyway, our team won …
Read the complete Pub Quiz Winner! post at Qype does London.
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I Like Bodean’s But … (Qype does London)
I Like Bodean’s But …
Chris Osburn
Qype does London
January 3rd 2009
Don’t get me wrong; I like BoDean’s (especially their wings). But they could learn a thing or twelve from world famous master of the pit, Big Bob Gibson. As I said in my last post …
Read the complete I Like Bodean’s But … at Qype does London.
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“London Style” Fish & Chips in Chattanooga, Tennessee (Qype does London)
“London Style” Fish & Chips in Chattanooga, Tennessee
Chris Osburn
Qype does London
January 2nd 2009
Driving around Chattanooga, Tennessee the other day I happened upon the above pictured van advertising Tugboat “London Style” Fish & Chips. I thought all you folks back in the UK would get a kick out of it.
Read the complete “London Style” Fish & Chips in Chattanooga, Tennessee post at Qype does London.
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London Short Film: Henry Moore at Kew Gardens
henry moore at kew gardens
a short film by chris osburn featuring music by the pandas
Here’s a video I made from a February visit to Kew Gardens during the “Moore at Kew” exhibition, which runs until March 30th. I highly recommend checking it out, especially on a sunny day.
Click here for info about Moore at Kew, a landmark exhibition of monumental works by the internationally acclaimed sculptor Henry Moore featuring twenty-eight outdoor sculptures sited within the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew’s unique World Heritage landscape.
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London Daily Photo: The Eye (by Marta Alabau Marques)
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London Daily Photo: Ghost (by Marta Alabau Marques)
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London Daily Photo: Laundry Day (by Marta Alabau Marques)
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London Daily Photo Double Vision (by Marta Alabau Marques)
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TimeandDate.com
On the road (or in the air) so much you don’t know what time/day it is where you are/were going? Gotta call someone on the other side of the planet and can’t remember the country code?
Here’s a pretty handy website – www.timeanddate.com – for keeping up with time zones, travel distances and lots more. What’s especially helpful is its international dialing codes section, which makes international calls super easy.
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London Weekly Photo: The Thames from Oxo Tower
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London Weekly Photo: SOLD
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London Weekly Photo: 8
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London Weekly Photo: Spitalfields Market
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London Weekly Photo: Cleaning Time (by Emiana)
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London Weekly Photo: Summer Chiller
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London Weekly Photo: Golden Hinde Gift Shop
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