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Recipe: Coconut Oil, Chipotle and Sesame Wings | #WingingIt

Posted on 2016-07-13 by tikichris

Here’s an easy to follow recipe for deeply flavoursome, coconut-y wings – a great dish for BBQs, snacks or starters.

This recipe is totally about big flavour indulgence, but there’s an argument to categorise these wings as health food. Nutritious coconut oil is so much better for you than most other oils while superfood sesame seeds are an excellent source for manganese, copper, calcium, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B1, zinc and dietary fibre.

These directions are for cooking the wings in the oven. However, I had delicious success grilling them outside on Webber Mastertouch. The smokiness from the grill worked exceptionally well with the coconut and chipotle notes. Continue reading →

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The Top 10 Motorcycle Road Trips in the US (Going Places)

Posted on 2016-07-12 by tikichris

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Anybody who rides will tell you that few experiences can compare to cruising a perfect ribbon of road or conquering the curves of a winding mountain pass.

Are you hoping to hit the highway this summer for a motorcycle road trip? Consider one of these 10 rides.

Read my complete post at Going Places.

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Putting the Lad in Salad with Haywards Pickles

Posted on 2016-07-10 by tikichris

In an effort to “put the lad in salad, Haywards Pickles hosted a recent event sharing easy to make recipes with a focus on getting men to eat more healthily and take more initiative in the kitchen.

I tagged along to the happening. I really enjoyed myself too. Continue reading →

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Tasty Pacific Treats at Tombo Poké and Matcha Bar, Soho

Posted on 2016-07-09 by tikichris

New D’Arblay Street eatery – Tombo Poké and Matcha Bar – brings two of the Pacific’s most scrumptious treats to Soho.

That poké is now ‘a thing’ in London is weird one for me – and seems kinda random. There are at least three eateries (that I know of) now open in town with poké as the main menu item. It’s “the next ceviche” I’ve been told (more than a few times) when I mention that I think this trend is odd. Continue reading →

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Häagen-Dazs Wimbledon Weekend at Selfridges Roof

Posted on 2016-07-08 by tikichris

Catch the tennis and eat free ice cream on the roof at Selfridges all weekend long with Häagen-Dazs Wimbledon Weekend.

All live Wimbledon matches are being aired for free viewing on large screen TVs from 11.30am at the outdoor rooftop space at Forest on the Roof, including the Gentlemen’s Singles semi-finals on 8 July, the Ladies’ Singles final on the 9th and the Gentlemen’s Singles final on the 10th. Continue reading →

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I’d Do It Again in a Heartbeat: An Interview with tikichris (Wexas)

Posted on 2016-07-08 by tikichris

Chris Osburn is a London-based travel blogger and consultant. He writes an award-winning travel blog, tikichris, featuring a variety of photo-rich posts to highlight the best of London culture alongside food and drink and travel related stories and tips. In addition to blogging, Chris works as a freelance journalist, photographer, consultant and curator.

Chris recently went on a self-drive trip around Namibia with Wexas, and we were keen to hear a bit more about his trip and his other travel experiences …

Read the complete interview at Wexas.

Posted in interview, Namibia, Travel, Wexas | Tagged africa, Desert, driving, luxury, Namibia, Namibia in Style, Namibia in Style Self-Drive, road trip, safari, southern africa, Travel, Wexas, Wexas Travel | Leave a comment

Win 2 Free Tix to #DeepSouthFarEast Pop-Up

Posted on 2016-07-08 by tikichris

COMPETITION IS OVER AND THE WINNER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. THANKS SO MUCH FOR READING TIKICHRIS. PLEASE STAY TUNED FOR LOTS MORE FUN AND FREEBIES TO COME!

Exciting! Tickets to #DeepSouthFarEast – my pop-up team up with Malaysian Home Cooking chef Vi Vian Woo at the Ninth Ward bar in Clerkenwell – are selling fast. But check it out: The friendly folks at Tabl, have two tix set aside to give away for free.

Our dinner on the 20th of July will celebrate the 10th anniversary of my blog while inviting guests to go Deep South and Far East for a shiok-er of a one-off feast fusing the fiery sophistication of Malaysian cuisine with the indulgent traditions of the American South. Tickets cost £40 with only 27 seatings available – and we are expecting to sellout … soon. Continue reading →

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Brunch at Daisy Green

Posted on 2016-07-07 by tikichris

Brunch at Daisy Green? It’s among London’s tastiest I reckon or at least that’s how I recollect my yummy time dining there.

A total treat (and a treat I’ve craved more than once to eat again since my visit a couple of weeks ago) was the Fancy Bacon Roll. What makes this bad mama jama such a fancy feast? Continue reading →

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Crowd Surf Ready Fitness Class with Stubhub and Gymbox

Posted on 2016-07-06 by tikichris

I’d like to say I was ready for the Crowd Surf Ready Fitness Class at Gymbox in partnership wit Stubhub. But I was not. It kicked my ass. But in a good way – and I was glad to have signed up for a session.

StubHub and Gymbox have teamed up to offer the “ultimate festival fitness class” for summer. Using Gymbox’s fitness experts and unique outlook on gym routines, the class class focuses on maximising your energy and toning the muscles needed surf a crowd and support others doing so during a concert. Continue reading →

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3 Days in London (Trainline)

Posted on 2016-07-05 by tikichris

Trainline invited me to share a three day itinerary for rail passengers arriving via Euston Station.

Here’s a snippet from my piece and a link to the full article:

Welcome to London! I love living here and am happy to share a few recs on making the most of your time in this amazing city. In particular, London’s food and drink scene is a definite draw for me and is highlighted prominently in my suggestions for your three-day trip. But there’s so much more to London than great places to eat and drink and there’s certainly plenty to do between each fabulous meal.

Read my complete post at the Trainline blog.

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Having a Tiki Time at Musée Quai Branly, Paris

Posted on 2016-07-04 by tikichris

So I didn’t get to Paris in time for Musée Quai Branly’s anniversary weekend festivities held 25 and 26 June. But I did manage to make it over in time to check out its Matahoata Marquesas exhibition and take a quick look at its exhibition devoted museum founder, President Jacques Chirac.

Good news for you, both exhibitions are still on. Matahoata runs only until the 24th of this month while the Chirac exhibition is on until 9 October 2016. Continue reading →

Posted in Art, France, Museums, Paris, Tiki, Travel | Tagged anthropology, Art, france, Jacques chirac, Musee Quai Branly, museums, paris, Quai Branly, Quai Branly Museum, tiki, Travel | Leave a comment

Limited Edition Football Club Box from Sushi Shop

Posted on 2016-07-03 by tikichris

Sushi. But not as you know it. That was my experience munching my way through a range of sushi rolls and such from Sushi Shop.

Receiving a voucher from Sushi Shop, I dropped by the Marylebone branch over the weekend to grab something to go for a casual get together with friends. Continue reading →

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Get 25% off All Food at Barraka in July

Posted on 2016-07-01 by tikichris

I’ve teamed up with Mediterranean street food restaurant – Barraka on Artillery Lane near Liverpool Street Station – to share a very special offer: 25% off all food all month! What do you have to do to have such tasty food served at such a nice price? Not much. Just tell ’em your favourite dish.

This is the second time I’ve mentioned Barraka on my blog. A few weeks back, I wondered if its chicken schnitzel baguette was one of the best sandwiches in Spitalfields. It’s certainly among the best I’ve had recently in London. So I was happy to accept an invitation to work with Barraka (owned by Uri Dinay, founder of Pilpel and Badolina) to continue spreading the word about its menu of great food served fast and fresh and to offer folks a chance to try it out at a deep discount. Continue reading →

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Top Places to See in July (Going Places)

Posted on 2016-06-30 by tikichris

Katharina M/Shutterstock

We’re right in the middle of summer, and as temperatures start rising we know you’re just itching to head out on a little holiday to make the best use of the months of sunshine.

Just to help you plan before you pack your bags and book your flight, we’ve put together a few select cities and countries that are going to be absolutely beautiful to visit during the month of July.

Read my complete post at Going Places.

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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.

The key element of Carousel of Dreams is a merry-go-round for adults (the first ever according to the Europcar folks) with five of the latest Mercedes-Benz models for riders to relax in while going for a leisurely spin. Continue reading →

Posted in Cars, London, Travel, Video | Tagged car hire, Carousel of Dreams, cars, Europcar, London, luxury, Mercedes-Benz, rental cars, SPONSORED POST, Travel, Video | Leave a comment

A Visit to McDonald’s

Posted on 2016-06-28 by tikichris

I can’t say I’m the biggest fan of McDonald’s or that going to one of its outlets is the usual sort of subject matter for me write about. But when the invitation was extended to take part in a “fun local event, where you’ll find out about the exciting changes happening in the restaurants,” I accepted.

As with my visit to KFC HQ a couple of years ago, I saw the invitation as a chance for me to try to add some nuance to the discussion about what it means to eat fast food and the role McDonald’s plays in a community. Continue reading →

Posted in Food, London, Restaurants | Tagged balham, Balham High Road, Food, London, McDonald's, restaurants, south london, Southwest London, SPONSORED POST, SW12 9AU, SW2 | 1 Comment

Win the Summer Collection from Hotel Chocolat

Posted on 2016-06-27 by tikichris

COMPETITION IS OVER AND THE WINNERS HAVE BEEN CONTACTED. THANKS SO MUCH FOR READING TIKICHRIS. PLEASE STAY TUNED FOR LOTS MORE FUN AND FREEBIES TO COME!

Craving something chocolaty? Hotel Chocolat has got you covered with a range of summery chocolate treats. I’m looking out for you too, by teaming up with this luxury chocolate maker to offer a chance for two readers to win Hotel Chocolat’s Summer Collection.

Valued at £35, the Hotel Chocolat Summer Collection features a Chocs-to-Chill H-box with 15 refreshing summer chocolates best served straight from the fridge, Mini Champagne Truffles, Creamed Caramel Puddles, Raspberry & Caramel Lick, and two Summer Selectors. Continue reading →

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Get Arty, History and Coffee in Austria’s Capital (City AM)

Posted on 2016-06-27 by tikichris

The commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the death of Franz Joseph I of Austria – head honcho of the Austro-Hungarian Empire for nearly 70 years – presents a grand opportunity to delve into Vienna’s imperial past while catching up on some of its more contemporary delights as well.

… The noble pursuit of viewing compelling art and sipping the perfect cup of coffee can make for a meaningful Viennese excursion – but can also work up a mean appetite.

Read my complete article at City AM.

Posted in Austria, City AM, Coffee, Drink, Food, Restaurants, Travel, Vienna | Tagged austria, City AM, coffee, Drink, Food, restaurants, Travel, vienna | Leave a comment

Improve Your Mood at El Camion, Brewer Street, Soho

Posted on 2016-06-25 by tikichris

Tequila enlivens your mood. And if you’re drinking the quality stuff it won’t leave you feeling hung over with a headache the next day. Does this sound like a shot of just-what-the-doctor-ordered? Then ándale your way over to Soho for taste of Old Mexico at El Camion.

There’s an excellent range of top shelf tequilas, complemented by competently assembled and executed list of margaritas plus a tasty assemblage of Mexican dishes at El Camion. It’s a late hours/wee hours of the morning venue too! Ole? Oh yes. Continue reading →

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A Foodie’s Guide to Yacht Chartering in the Caribbean

Posted on 2016-06-22 by tikichris

One of the many great reasons to charter in the Caribbean is the unique flavours of the region. Food can shape our experience in the most profound way and should be a large part in any vacation worth its salt.

The Caribbean islands each offer dishes that are distinct to their region, and when chartering a yacht through the area, you have the perfect opportunity to try them out. With yacht ownership comes the freedom to decide where and when to go to each location, you’ll have an entirely different experience from anyone that stays in an all-inclusive hotel; so seize the opportunity to sample as many of these delicious dishes as possible! Continue reading →

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Good Food and Excellent Cocktails at Malmaison London

Posted on 2016-06-21 by tikichris

Chez Mal, the restaurant at the Malmaison London hotel is a smart choice for a good meal and fine cocktail.

Sitting pretty in quiet and historic Charterhouse Square, Malmaison is something of an oasis of calm amid the bluster that surrounds. Between Barbican and Farringdon, the hotel is ideally situated for romps around London, particularly for guests most interested in discovering London’s more gourmet delights. But guests – and indeed locals too – would be wise to spend at least a bit of time staying in and enjoying what’s offered from the kitchen and behind the bar at Mal. Continue reading →

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Liberty Cheesesteak Company: Real Deal Philly Cheesesteak

Posted on 2016-06-20 by tikichris

Londoners, d’yever have the pleasure of tucking into an authentic Philly cheesesteak? If you were told you were having one here in London (or anywhere not actually in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) you may have been duped – DUPED! – into eating an inferior sandwich with a bogus Philly moniker slapped on it. But I am pleased to report that no caveat emptor is required when caving in to your carnal cravings and grabbing a cheesesteak from the folks at Liberty Cheesesteak Company. It’s the real deal.

Don’t get Liberty founder and South Philly native cum Londoner, JP Teti, started on faux cheesesteaks. It sets him off. Or maybe do get him started on the subject, as it’s a great way to see a man on a mission come alive with passion and pride. Continue reading →

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Summer with Morrisons

Posted on 2016-06-20 by tikichris

Morrisons kindly sent me a selection of its summertime and BBQ items to devour … erm I mean review. I obliged.

Assuming we’ll see a summer this year in Britain, Morrisons will have you covered for all your BBQ and picnic needs. I enjoyed having a taste what’s on offer. Here are some highlights. Continue reading →

Posted in Beer, Drink, Food, Shopping | Tagged BBQ, beer, Cajun Sweet Potato Wedges, Drink, Food, morrison's, Shopping, summer food | 2 Comments

Cook Like a Chef With Correct Tools – Knife, Board and Towel

Posted on 2016-06-20 by tikichris

Recipe – check! Ingredients – check! Dinner guests invited – check! Towel – Che … Wait … What?

Yes, a towel? A must for any chef worth his/her name, one of the top three most important ingredients for a successful meal. If you are going to cook anything you need three essential tools to effortlessly complete your dishes: a very sharp (chef’s) knife, a solid cutting board and one to three kitchen tea towels. Continue reading →

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A Trip to Monte Carlo is Always a Good Idea

Posted on 2016-06-20 by tikichris

There is no doubt, Monte Carlo is one of the best destinations in Europe. The glamorous city on the French Riviera is a great place to go if you want organise a short trip or long relaxing stay.

Monte Carlo has some of the best weather year round in Europe, making a walk around the city and your vacation amazing no matter what season you go. The city waterfront has incredible boutiques where you can stroll around with the backdrop of the Mediterranean. If you get the chance to see the city more inland you will find charming medieval streets and beautiful churches. Continue reading →

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Polpo Does Brunch

Posted on 2016-06-19 by tikichris

Everybody’s favourite British bácaro presents newfound reason to get up and out on the weekend with a just launched brunch menu available on Saturdays and Sundays at all Polpo locations. If you already love Polpo, you’ll love it all the more for introducing a range of cicchetti and sharing dishes designed for convivial and relaxed daytime dining. And if Polpo’s not yet made it to the top of your preferred eats list, keep reading and see what you think.

It had been awhile since my last visit to Polpo. But an invitation to try the brunch menu was one met with agreement. As I remembered the restaurant (the original one on Beak Street – which as I recall played a transformative role in London’s casual dining scene when it opened almost a decade ago) it had the right atmosphere for striking up quality conversations while working your way through a menu of northern Italian foodie favourites. Continue reading →

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Top 3 Summer Recipes

Posted on 2016-06-18 by tikichris

If you are looking to beat the heat this summer during meal time then you may want something that is light and doesn’t weigh you down. You may consider some of these easy to make dishes that can be prepared inside or outdoors. Also cooking outside on a grill is a fun way to get your family outside and keep the extra heat from the kitchen out of your house.

Below are the top 3 summer recipes that you and your family will enjoy not only during summer but year round as well. Continue reading →

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8 Places to See Before You Die (Going Places)

Posted on 2016-06-17 by tikichris

Eric Isselee / Shutterstock

You may be asking yourself “Why stop at eight? Certainly, there are way more amazing places out there for you to visit.

So let this worldly little octet serve as your starting point for getting out there and experiencing the wonders of the world we live in!

Read my complete post at Going Places.

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Olia Hercules & Marley Spoon Collaboration

Posted on 2016-06-17 by tikichris

Recipe kit delivery service, Marley Spoon, has teamed up with Olia Hercules, The Observer’s Rising Star of 2015 and author of Mamushka cookbook, for the month of June.

Combining her Ukrainian heritage with Cypriot, Italian, Moldovan, Laos and Caucasian influences, to name a few, Olia has created a selection of exciting dishes for Marley Spoon that will be featured on both the Two-Person and Family menus. As is the case with all Marley Spoon recipes, these are delivered in boxes with the seasonal ingredients, in exact quantities, to cook at home. Continue reading →

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Best Sandwich in Spitalfields? Barraka on Artillery Lane

Posted on 2016-06-15 by tikichris

Man oh man! The chicken schnitzel baguette at Barraka was one the most welcome lunches I’ve devoured in a very long while.

From Uri Dinay, the same fella who brought Pilpel (probably the best I’ve had in London) and Badolina to the ever hankering streets of Spitalfields, this latest offering of Mediterranean morsels serves a succinct if succulent menu of baguettes, wraps and salad bowls. Continue reading →

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Creatures of the Chesapeake

Posted on 2016-06-15 by tikichris

The Chesapeake Bay is home to an incredible array of species in the water and above it.

Many of these creatures have been endangered but, thanks to the efforts of scientists and environmentalists, are coming back. Some have found a way to thrive alongside the human populations. The best way to explore and understand this massive estuary is on the water. Start with an Annapolis yacht charter and as you sail, stop around the bay to rent kayaks or canoes and see the flora and fauna up close. Here are a just a fraction of the animals you might encounter in different areas. Continue reading →

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Win a Bottle of Red Stag by Jim Beam

Posted on 2016-06-14 by tikichris

COMPETITION IS OVER AND THE WINNER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. THANKS SO MUCH FOR READING TIKICHRIS. PLEASE STAY TUNED FOR LOTS MORE FUN AND FREEBIES TO COME!

Just in time for the 4th of July, my buddy Jim Beam and I want to share a free bottle of black cherry infused Bourbon with one lucky reader.

Imagine: the world’s most popular Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey – Jim Beam – infused with natural cherry flavour. It’s a tasty libation whether served neat, chilled on the rocks (my preference) or as the prime ingredient in any number of cocktails. Continue reading →

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Recipe: Kimchi Pimento Cheese

Posted on 2016-06-13 by tikichris

America’s so called “caviar of the South” gets some Korean kick with my version of the pimento cheese incorporating spicy kimchi.

For all its piquant flavour, this poor man’s pleasure is super easy and inexpensive to make. And check this out: using kimchi as one of only three ingredients gives it an even bigger boost. Rather than bringing together typical ingredients such as pimentos (sweet red peppers), onions, and whatever else (every grandma in the American South probably has her own recipe) separately just add kimchi for a minimal ingredient/minimal fuss recipe.

With fermented cabbage (which accounts for about 75% of its contents), radish, garlic, onion, chilli powder, salt, carrot and ginger), kimchi work wonders with this classic Southern recipe. Continue reading →

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Rustiko Bar & Restaurant, Old Compton Street

Posted on 2016-06-12 by tikichris

Upon invitation to give its new Craft Beer of the Month a go, I paid Rustiko Bar & Restaurant a friendly visit last week. Great beer! And great place to keep in mind whatever Italianate libations you seek in Soho.

Teaming up with Italian micro-brewery, Birrifico del Ducato, Rustiko is running a Craft Beer of the Month special. The beer of this month – Violent Femme – is a real winner. Continue reading →

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Great British Cheese Awards

Posted on 2016-06-12 by tikichris

Got a favourite British cheese? Yeah, me too. In fact, a couple of my all-time favourite cheeses are produced here in Britain. Now cheese lovers across the UK can nominate our choices for best British cheese in the new British Cheese Awards.

The awards aim to celebrate the best of British cheese produced and distributed by independent cheesemakers and retailers and to bring together a community of fine food lovers to nominate and vote for their favourite British cheeses and discover the best cheese shops in the UK. Continue reading →

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Here’s an easy to follow recipe for deeply flavoursome, coconut-y wings – a great dish for BBQs, snacks or starters.

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Anybody who rides will tell you that few experiences can compare to cruising a perfect ribbon of road or conquering the curves of a winding mountain pass.

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In an effort to “put the lad in salad, Haywards Pickles hosted a recent event sharing easy to make recipes with a focus on getting men to eat more healthily and take more initiative in the kitchen.

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New D’Arblay Street eatery – Tombo Poké and Matcha Bar – brings two of the Pacific’s most scrumptious treats to Soho.

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Catch the tennis and eat free ice cream on the roof at Selfridges all weekend long with Häagen-Dazs Wimbledon Weekend.

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Exciting! Tickets to #DeepSouthFarEast – my pop-up team up with Malaysian Home Cooking chef Vi Vian Woo at the Ninth Ward bar in Clerkenwell – are selling fast. But check it out: The friendly folks at Tabl, have two tix set aside to give away for free.

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Brunch at Daisy Green? It’s among London’s tastiest I reckon or at least that’s how I recollect my yummy time dining there.

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I’d like to say I was ready for the Crowd Surf Ready Fitness Class at Gymbox in partnership wit Stubhub. But I was not. It kicked my ass. But in a good way – and I was glad to have signed up for a session.

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Trainline invited me to share a three day itinerary for rail passengers arriving via Euston Station.

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So I didn’t get to Paris in time for Musée Quai Branly’s anniversary weekend festivities held 25 and 26 June. But I did manage to make it over in time to check out its Matahoata Marquesas exhibition and take a quick look at its exhibition devoted museum founder, President Jacques Chirac.

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Sushi. But not as you know it. That was my experience munching my way through a range of sushi rolls and such from Sushi Shop.

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We’re right in the middle of summer, and as temperatures start rising we know you’re just itching to head out on a little holiday to make the best use of the months of sunshine.

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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.

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Craving something chocolaty? Hotel Chocolat has got you covered with a range of summery chocolate treats. I’m looking out for you too, by teaming up with this luxury chocolate maker to offer a chance for two readers to win Hotel Chocolat’s Summer Collection.

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The commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the death of Franz Joseph I of Austria – head honcho of the Austro-Hungarian Empire for nearly 70 years – presents a grand opportunity to delve into Vienna’s imperial past while catching up on some of its more contemporary delights as well.

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Tequila enlivens your mood. And if you’re drinking the quality stuff it won’t leave you feeling hung over with a headache the next day. Does this sound like a shot of just-what-the-doctor-ordered? Then ándale your way over to Soho for taste of Old Mexico at El Camion.

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One of the many great reasons to charter in the Caribbean is the unique flavours of the region. Food can shape our experience in the most profound way and should be a large part in any vacation worth its salt.

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Chez Mal, the restaurant at the Malmaison London hotel is a smart choice for a good meal and fine cocktail.

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Morrisons kindly sent me a selection of its summertime and BBQ items to devour … erm I mean review. I obliged.

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Recipe – check! Ingredients – check! Dinner guests invited – check! Towel – Che … Wait … What?

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There is no doubt, Monte Carlo is one of the best destinations in Europe. The glamorous city on the French Riviera is a great place to go if you want organise a short trip or long relaxing stay.

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You may be asking yourself “Why stop at eight? Certainly, there are way more amazing places out there for you to visit.

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Recipe kit delivery service, Marley Spoon, has teamed up with Olia Hercules, The Observer’s Rising Star of 2015 and author of Mamushka cookbook, for the month of June.

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Man oh man! The chicken schnitzel baguette at Barraka was one the most welcome lunches I’ve devoured in a very long while.

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The Chesapeake Bay is home to an incredible array of species in the water and above it.

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Just in time for the 4th of July, my buddy Jim Beam and I want to share a free bottle of black cherry infused Bourbon with one lucky reader.

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America’s so called “caviar of the South” gets some Korean kick with my version of the pimento cheese incorporating spicy kimchi.

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Upon invitation to give its new Craft Beer of the Month a go, I paid Rustiko Bar & Restaurant a friendly visit last week. Great beer! And great place to keep in mind whatever Italianate libations you seek in Soho.

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Got a favourite British cheese? Yeah, me too. In fact, a couple of my all-time favourite cheeses are produced here in Britain. Now cheese lovers across the UK can nominate our choices for best British cheese in the new British Cheese Awards.

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