Tag Archives: Alexandra Kalinowski

An Evening of Meat at The Vaults

Posted on 2018-04-28 by Alexandra Kalinowski

It’s not often I’m handed a scoop of chicken liver atop a savoury cone and watched as I take each bite. I don’t know whether to stare back at her, or if she wants me to smile and look away. She’s about two inches from my face and can hear the crunch as I bite through the cone despite the thumping music. We’re doing a dance, but I’m not dancing. Continue reading →

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Olso Takeovers at Oslo Hackney

Posted on 2018-04-21 by Alexandra Kalinowski

Mondays just got a whole lot better. DrinkUp.London have partnered with Oslo in Hackney to host what they call Oslo Takeovers. To cut a long story short, that means £6 cocktails. Continue reading →

Posted in Bars, Drink, Food, London, Restaurants | Tagged Alexandra Kalinowski, Amhurst Road, BARS, bourbon, Bulleit Bourbon, cocktails, Drink, E8, Food, hackney, HACKNEY CENTRAL, hackney downs, London E8 1LL, Oslo Hackney, restaurants, reviews, whiskey | Leave a comment

Minimix at The Megaro

Posted on 2018-03-28 by Alexandra Kalinowski

Alexandra Kalinowski gets dragged out for a night at a plush dive near King’s Cross. It’s not often you’ll find me out four nights in a row. But a bar designed as your personal minibar with unlimited help yourself popcorn … Continue reading →

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Cocktail Masterclasses at Portobello Star

Posted on 2018-02-25 by Alexandra Kalinowski

Alexandra Kalinowski gets crafty with the cocktails at Portobello Star. Continue reading →

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Thanks!

Posted on 2017-11-23 by tikichris

As I’ve done on this blog every Thanksgiving Day since 2011, I’d like to take a quick moment to reflect upon the year and say a few words of thanks. Continue reading →

Posted in Thanksgiving | Tagged 2017, Alexandra Kalinowski, Cat Byers, Demi Perera, KC Trommer, kemey lafond, thanks, thanksgiving, Zay Ahmed | Leave a comment

Tower of London Ice Rink

Posted on 2017-11-19 by Alexandra Kalinowski

If you fancy ice-skating this winter (until 2nd January) and you’re new to how it works in London, you need to book your place. Yes it’s that popular. Continue reading →

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The Ikea House Party

Posted on 2017-10-17 by Alexandra Kalinowski

So you can guess I was beyond excited to head to the launch of the four-day Ikea pop-up here in London. Continue reading →

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#TCTalks | Episode 3 | #365LDNCafes

Posted on 2017-09-25 by tikichris

Did you ever wonder if it would be possible to visit a different independent café in London for every day of the year? It’s doable – and indeed has been done by Alexandra Kalinowski. I sat down recently with Alexandra for a conversation over coffee about her #365LDNCafes project and more. Continue reading →

Posted in Blogs, Coffee, Drink, Food, interview, London, Podcast, TCTalks | Tagged @AKBoogie, #365LDNCafes, #TCTalks, Alexandra Kalinowski, Blogs, CAFES, coffee, Drink, Food, interview, London, PODCAST, reviews, tikichris talks, When I've Got Time, Лондон, لندن, ロンドン, 伦敦 | Leave a comment

#TCTalks | Episode 3 | #365LDNCafes

Posted on 2017-09-25 by tikichris

Alexandra Kalinowski talks about visiting a different independent London café for each day of the year, her obsession with Dirty Dancing and more. Continue reading →

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Very Lazy Cooking Course at Food @ 52

Posted on 2017-08-26 by Alexandra Kalinowski

I’ve just never loved being in the kitchen. Somehow I become impatient. Chopping up a million things is not my idea of a great time. Somehow the heat gets put on too high. Paprika or cayenne? Sorry what, those are different spices? Continue reading →

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HotTug London

Posted on 2017-07-21 by Alexandra Kalinowski

Just when you think you’ve seen it all, a HotTug comes to London. Yes, a floating hot tub. It’s basically bathception. Continue reading →

Posted in London | Tagged Alexandra Kalinowski, boat, Graham Street, hot tubs, hottub, hottubs, Hottug, islington, jacuzzi, London N1 8JX, N1, REGENTS CANAL, Лондон, لندن, ロンドン, 伦敦 | Leave a comment

Mimod’s Kitchen Residency Coming to Kensal Rise

Posted on 2017-07-11 by Alexandra Kalinowski

I take every excuse I can get to eat breakfast for dinner. Brinner. Because let’s face it, who doesn’t love eggs, waffles, pancakes, sausage, bagels, and granola? Omg and I almost forgot the doughnuts. So get ready London, because there’s going to be a (semi) permanent brinner joint opening in September: Mimod’s Kitchen. Continue reading →

Posted in Food, London, Restaurants, Uncategorized | Tagged Alexandra Kalinowski, breakfast, brunch, Chamberlayne Road, Drink, Food, Kensal Rise, Kitchen Residency, Kitchen Takeover, London, Mimod's Kitchen, NW1, NW10 3ND, POP UPS, restaurants, reviews, The Shop, Лондон, لندن, ロンドン, 伦敦 | Leave a comment

Pop-up India at Proud East

Posted on 2017-07-10 by Alexandra Kalinowski

Get ready to take a tour of the world, by staying put in East London. Proud East, the gorgeous venue along the canal in Haggerston, has just launched Pop-up India, freshly painted and redecorated after a fun run of Pop-up Japan. With a colourful makeover of floating flowers, a tuk-tuk photo booth, garlands and art, Proud East has made itself a hot destination for those looking to soak up a bit of Indian culture this summer. Continue reading →

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Fiz Sparkling Wine Bar

Posted on 2017-07-01 by Alexandra Kalinowski

Fiz is a 10-week pop-up and London’s first sparkling wine bar. Continue reading →

Posted in Drink, Food, London, Restaurants, Wine | Tagged Alexandra Kalinowski, BARS, brewer street, Drink, Food, London, London W1F 0RW, POP UPS, restaurants, reviews, soho, sparkling wine, The Lights of Soho, W1, W1F 0RW, wine | Leave a comment

Mazi Mas: Empowering Migrant and Refugee Women in the Kitchen

Posted on 2017-07-01 by Alexandra Kalinowski

Mazi Mas: Empowering Migrant and Refugee Women in the Kitchen Continue reading →

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Death’s Door #Gindependence Pop-Up Dive Bar

Posted on 2017-06-30 by Alexandra Kalinowski

Death’s Door Dive Bar is full of striped red, white and blue, a bit of taxidermy and board games. And yes it’s super fleeting so you best get yourself out of bed stat and on your way over for a full day of fun. Continue reading →

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The Great Architectural Bake Off

Posted on 2017-06-11 by Alexandra Kalinowski

If I had to pinpoint two things I’ve got from my dad, it’s how to stuff massive amounts of sugar in my gob, and a love of architecture mixed with urban planning. So when I caught wind of The Great Architectural Bake Off, I nearly galloped to Fitzroy Square. Continue reading →

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Our/Summer at Our/London Vodka Distillery

Posted on 2017-06-11 by Alexandra Kalinowski

Definitely get yourself to Hackney Downs soon to soak up the Our/Summer series each Saturday until 19th August from 12-6pm. Continue reading →

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Michael Thompson’s Fodder at Borough Wines & Beer

Posted on 2017-06-08 by Alexandra Kalinowski

If you’re like me and find yourself channelling your inner child in a candy store upon entering a wine shop, Borough Wines & Beers won’t disappoint. After shaking off the rain droplets and calming my breath post my mad dash into their Islington shop, I warmed in the rather intimate store. Perusing the shelves lined with British red and whites, I indulged my current natural wine obsession whose flavour ever evolves once the cork has been unscrewed. I’d describe it as a luxurious walk-in closet, which simply adds to the charm and intrigue of what lies below … Continue reading →

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New Cocktail Menu at The Cocktail Trading Co

Posted on 2017-06-07 by Alexandra Kalinowski

Full disclosure, I’ve got a soft spot for The Cocktail Trading Co. You see, my day job is pretty glamorous. I’m often out and about drinking with bartenders as I interview them for a gin bar blog series. It’s safe to assume I’ve jotted down plenty of stories and have a feel for how each bar operates. But there are two in bars in particular that have stood out. CTC is one of them. Continue reading →