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Celebrating Edward VII’s Birthday with The King’s Ginger and Berry Bros

Posted on 2013-11-09 by tikichris

The level of kitsch and pretence was nearly as copious as the amount of booze in the cocktails during a recent posthumous birthday lunch for King Edward VII, with The King himself on hand to preside over the merriment. As wackily anachronistic as the celebration was, the setting could not have been more authentic or historically spot on. Of course as is so often the case with too many wonderful experiences, there had to be a hitch. Continue reading →

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Berry Bros. & Rudd: Britain’s Oldest Wine and Spirit Merchant (CheapOair)

Posted on 2012-12-04 by tikichris

Berry Bros. & Rudd is Britain’s oldest wine and spirit merchant. A supplier to the Royal Family since the reign of King George III, historic customers have included Lord Byron, William Pitt the Younger and the Aga Khan. While Berry … Continue reading →

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Good Stuff

Posted on 2012-07-07 by tikichris

Bad stuff: I’m missing a close friend’s birthday bash because I’m too ill (hacking cough, nasal congestion, achy joints, general fatigue) to go out and I’m not sure if I’m going to be well enough to participate in a couple of … Continue reading →

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Wine of the Month: 2010 Sancerre Blanc, André Dezat

Posted on 2012-04-21 by tikichris

Forgive that off colour staining on the label in the above pic, but I was cooking while quaffing and thoroughly enjoying both when a bit of sauce splashed out onto the bottle of this 2010 Sancerre blanc … this crisp, … 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: 2010 Berrys’ Argentina Malbec, Pulenta, Mendoza

Posted on 2012-02-22 by tikichris

Valentine’s Day came late at tikichris towers this year. A week late actually, on Pancake Day. So maybe next week I’ll get around to doing a little pancake flipping in honour of the belated celebration. Until then, I bring you … Continue reading →

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Wine of the Month: 2007 Château Marsau, Côtes de Francs

Posted on 2012-01-17 by tikichris

I love it when one blog post segues nicely into another. In this case my recipe review of Marcus Wareing’s cheeseburgers presented a tasty excuse to pop open this month’s WOTM, 2007 Château Marsau, Côtes de Francs. Best enjoyed with food, … Continue reading →

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Wine of the Month: 2010 Berrys’ Chianti, Badia a Coltibuono, Tuscany

Posted on 2011-12-03 by tikichris

Yes, I’m well aware that it’s been more than a year and a half since my last WOTM review. Hey, just trying to live life these days sometimes gets in the way of trying to live the good life – … 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 →

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Wine of the Month: 2008 Macon Bussieres, Le Monsard Les Heritiers du Comte Lafon

Posted on 2010-06-30 by tikichris

Tough times deserve great wine. Now, by no means am I suggesting anyone try to drink his or her problems away or seek solutions at the bottom of a bottle, but a good glass of wine can go a long … Continue reading →

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Wine of the Month: 2009 Chateau Plantey Canteloup Rosé Bordeaux

Posted on 2010-05-29 by tikichris

Ah yes. Another bank holiday weekend … with lousy weather of course. No worries though. I’m quite content to have a Saturday night in and let the pizza delivery dude brave the rain for me. I’m especially pleased to be … Continue reading →

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An Anteprima and an En Primeur with Berry Bros & Rudd Wine Merchants (Londonist)

Posted on 2010-03-03 by tikichris

An Anteprima and an En Primeur with Berry Bros & Rudd Wine Merchants Londonist, March 3, 2010 6:26 PM … for a bit of intrigue, consider the 2008 Hermitage Blanc from Domaine Marc Sorrel. Still “lying abroad” and to be … Continue reading →