Tag Archives: beaujolais

The Factory House (Blue Tomato)

Posted on 2012-12-11 by tikichris

The Factory House is a new Victorian themed restaurant in the City with an aim to be a “refuge for the modern-day industrialist.” A bit kitsch to be sure, but the place is comfortable enough with a fully stocked bar … Continue reading →

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The Factory House (OneTravel)

Posted on 2012-12-01 by tikichris

… it can be hit or miss around there if you don’t know what to look for. The Factory House is more than a safe best. Read my complete post at the OneTravel blog.

Posted in Drink, Food, London, OneTravel, Restaurants, Travel, Wine | Tagged bar, beaujolais, Brouilly Les Thibaults 2010, city of london, EC3, EC3M 7AA, JOSPER GRILL, leadenhall market, lime street, London, new restaurant review, OneTravel, review, wine | Leave a comment

A Not So Snarky Take on The Factory House

Posted on 2012-11-28 by tikichris

Before making my way to the weeks old Factory House last week, I did a quick Google to see what lay in store for me and my taste buds. Yikes! A couple of heavy hitting reviewers did not like this … Continue reading →

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Wine of the Month: Cave du Château de Chénas, Moulin à Vent 2010

Posted on 2012-11-26 by tikichris

I grabbed a bottle of this Cru du Beaujolais after a bout of consternation and staring blankly at a wall o’ wine at Waitrose. I was trying to find something that would go well with turkey; yep, this was the … Continue reading →

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Wine of the Month: 2010 La Cadène, Côtes du Rhône Villages, Domaine Chaume Arnaud

Posted on 2012-03-18 by tikichris

A mostly good but very long week rolled up to a quiet Friday night at home. Having this Côtes du Rhône white in the fridge was a relief. A simple but satisfying mozzarella salad, some taramosalata on toast and a … Continue reading →

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Wine of the Month: 2009 Juliénas, Les Paquelets, Vieilles Vignes, Domaine Eve & Michel Rey

Posted on 2010-07-31 by tikichris

This month’s pick is a flavourful number! Available from Berry Bros & Rudd for £15.50 per single bottle, 2009 Juliénas, Les Paquelets Vieilles Vignes, Domain Eve & Michel Rey is a feisty Beaujolais demanding of taste bud attention. Dark and … Continue reading →