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4 Fantastique Paris Blogs (CheapOair)
For a local’s perspective on how to make the most visiting any destination, it’s hard to beat a regularly updated and enthusiastic blog. That goes for Paris as much as anywhere. Here’s a list of four excellent Parisian blogs to … Continue reading
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5 of London’s Beefiest Burger Blogs (OneTravel)
Heading to London and hankering for a good burger? Be sure to give these blogs a read for tips on where to find the best burgers (and avoid the worst) while in town. Read my complete post at the OneTravel … Continue reading
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Posted in Blogs, Food, London, OneTravel, Pubs, Restaurants, Travel
Tagged Blogs, burger anarchy, burger blogs, burgerac, burgerme, burgers, Food, London, London blog, London Burger Quest, OneTravel, restaurants, Travel, travel blog, travel blogger, Young & Foodish, Лондон, ロンドン, 伦敦
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Some Of Our Favorite Posts from 2013 (CheapOair)
Eerily incomplete sculpture, crave-worthy ceviche, and breaking bread with a breathtaking view, 2013 was a fantastic year to be a travel blogger. But those are just my favourite bits from London. Here’s a look at my top five favourite posts … Continue reading
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Best of OneTravel 2013 (OneTravel)
Reading over my OneTravel blog posts from the past 12 months, all I can say is wow, it was a very good year. Here’s a look back at five of my favorite reasons to have traveled in 2013. I hope … Continue reading
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Cooking up a Scandilicious Christmas with Norwegian Seafood and Signe Johansen
Here’s a quick mention about a fun cookery session I recently sat in on at rather swank cooking school, Aveqia. Hosted by the Norwegian Seafood Council with London’s own Scandilicious chef Signe Johansen at the helm, it was a tasty opportunity to discover what makes seafood from Norway so special and delicious while dabbling in a bit of Scandi Christmas tradition too. Continue reading
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Posted in Blogs, Christmas, Food, London, Recipes, Shopping
Tagged aveqia, bergen seafood chowder, Blogs, chowder, chowder recipe, christmas, cod, cooking, cooking school, dill pollen, fish, Food, global harvest, hot & chilli, London blog, norwegian cod, norwegian seafood, norwegian seafood council, recipe, recipes, rosana mcfee, scandilicious, scandinavian food, seafood, seafood chowder, seafood from norway, Shopping, signe johansen, sustainability, Лондон, ロンドン, 伦敦
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Barista Skills (espressoCrazy) #illyschool
Recently, I helped organise and host an intimate coffee tasting and training session for a select group of London bloggers. Leading the event was Marco Arrigo – Head of Quality for illy Coffee in the UK – who provided our guests with a hands-on chance to hone their skills making perfect espresso-based drinks, along with a fun and informative ‘beans to cup’ lesson about the history and chemistry of coffee. Marco has trained hundreds of baristas throughout the UK. His course usually takes three days, but he crafted this this one to be a three-hour crash course session especially for bloggers. Continue reading
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Posted in Blogs, Coffee, Drink, espressoCrazy, London, Shopping
Tagged #illyschool, Blogs, cafe, caffe, cappuccino, cappuccinos, coffee, coffee blog, coffee capsule espresso, coffee capsule machine, coffee capsules, coffee machine, coffee machine review, coffee machine voucher code, coffee maker, Drink, espresso, espresso crazy, espresso maker, espressoCrazy, espressocrazy.com, flat white, francis francis, Francis Francis X7.1 IperEspresso Machine, Fuss Free Flavours, Hot & Chill, illy, illy coffee, iperespresso, IperEspresso Machine, latte, lattes, London, London blog, marco arrigo, Sainsbury's Magazine, Swallower of Lives, University of Coffee, urban pixxels, Whatleydude, X7.1, Y1.1, Y1.1 touch, Y1.1 TOUCH IperEspresso Machine, Лондон, ロンドン, 伦敦
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4 of Madrid’s Best Blogs (CheapOair)
Madrid! It’s a regal and quintessentially Spanish city with plenty of fun to offer her guests. Here’s a list of four of Madrid’s top blogs (in English) to help you make the most of your travel plans to Spain, help … Continue reading
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How to Chow Down Like a Houston Food Blogger (CheapOair)
Houstonians are a proud bunch, especially when it comes to their great BBQ, Tex-Mex and fine Southern cooking. Of course these days, this world class city is home to just about any cuisine you could hanker for. For a local scoop of what’s yummiest, have a look at this quartet of superb Houston food blogs and see how long you last before you’re craving for a taste of east Texas. Continue reading
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Posted in Blogs, CheapOair, Drink, Food, Texas, Travel
Tagged Almost Veggies, Blogs, cheapoair, Eating Our Words, Food, H-Town Chow Down, houston, houston food blogs, Hungry in Houston, texas, Travel, Urban Swank
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I DAYRE You to Check Out This New App
Heads up! There’s new micro-blogging app out now called Dayre with an aim to make blogging from your mobile device simple and easy. Designed for “busy people dying to say more than is possible” in only 140 characters or with a solitary photo, Dayre allows you to simply post multiple, bite-sized updates from your day that result in one succinct post as a record of your day. Continue reading
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Tagged apps, Blogs, dayre, micro-blogging, SPONSORED POST, tkichris
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5 Fine Blogs from Indy (OneTravel)
Heading to Indianapolis soon? Get the local scoop on what’s doing from these prolific scenesters’ popular blogs. From football, family outings, restaurants reviews and more – here are five blogs with the low down on what makes this Midwest city … Continue reading
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Posted in Blogs, OneTravel, Travel
Tagged Blogs, Colts Gab, Doing Indy, indiana, Indiana Insider Blog, indianapolis, Indianapolis Restaurant Scene, Indy with Kids, midwest, OneTravel, Travel
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Barcelona Blogs! (OneTravel)
Barcelona: a city whose very name is synonymous with fun is one of Spain’s most popular destinations and one of Europe’s most cosmopolitan cities. Here’s a list of five blogs to help you keep up to date with what’s happening … Continue reading
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Posted in Blogs, OneTravel, Spain, Travel
Tagged barcelona, Barcelona Street Scraps, Blogs, catalunya, Fleas and Dogs in Barcelona, FoodBarcelona, Guiri Girl in Barca, Hola Yessica!, OneTravel, spain, Travel
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A Quartet of Great Chicago Food Blogs (OneTravel)
No matter what’s taking you to Chicago, one thing you need to make sure to bring is a healthy appetite! Folks here know how to eat – and love to talk about what they’re eating too. Here’s a list of five … Continue reading
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Posted in Blogs, Drink, Food, London, OneTravel, Restaurants, Travel
Tagged (312) Dining Diva, An Epicurean in the Windy City, Blogs, chicago, Chicago Eater, chicago food blogs, ChicagoBites, Drink, Food, illinois, OneTravel, restaurants, Sky Full of Bacon, Travel
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American Expat Living in London, Meet Chris (Expats Blog)
Just because Britain and America share a common language, doesn’t mean there aren’t significant cultural differences between them. If you’re coming here from the States, don’t assume things are the same as “back home.” You are in a foreign country. And when you do encounter differences, don’t immediately assume that the Brit way is inferior or even an adaptation. Continue reading
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Posted in Blogs, interview, London, Travel
Tagged Blogs, ex patriot, expats, Expats Blog, interview, living overseas, London, London blog, Travel, Лондон, ロンドン, 伦敦
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Honolulu Food Blogs (OneTravel)
As the capital of Hawaii and the state’s only city of any real size,Honolulu offers a dynamic dining scene unlike anywhere else in the world and comparable to cities much, much larger. Here are four great food blogs that should prove particularly handy for foodies traveling to Honolulu and keen for a taste of what makes it such a great place to eat. Continue reading
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4 Mexico City Blogs en Inglés (CheapOair)
Of course, such a huge metropolis has a lot to offer whatever your reasons for traveling, but finding out about what’s on and worth checking out while visiting “the DF” can be a challenge. Here’s a list of four blogs about Mexico City, written in English and sharing all sorts of tips and insights. Continue reading
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Posted in Blogs, CheapOair, Food, Mexico, Photography, Travel
Tagged Blogs, David Lida, Food, Good Food in Mexico City, mexican blogs, mexico, mexico city, mexico city blogs, Mexico City: An Opinionated Guide, Photography, photography blogs, The Gringo Honeymoon, The Mija Chronicles, Travel
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5 Fun Puerto Rico Blogs (OneTravel)
Heading down to Puerto Rico for some Caribbean fun in the sun? Have a look at these five fine Puerto Rican blogs featuring local insight about what makes this friendly island such a great destination. Continue reading
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Posted in Blogs, OneTravel, Travel
Tagged Blogs, CARIBBEAN, OneTravel, puerto rico, puerto rico blogs, Travel, travel blogs
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5 Hot Miami Blogs (OneTravel)
Whether you heading to Miami for the food, the culture or simply to bask in the sun, this city famously has something for everyone and is an excellent destination no matter what kind of vacation you have in mind. To help you make the most of your sizzling South Florida break, here’s a list of five Miami area blogs that are as fun to read as they are filled with useful tips.
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Posted in Art, Blogs, Drink, Florida, Food, Music, OneTravel, Travel
Tagged Blogs, Boy Writes Miami, florida, Food for Thought (a Miami Food Blog), MIAMI, miami alive, miami bloggers, miami's best blogs, music, OneTravel, south florida, the chowfather, Travel
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August Work Heats Up
I used Grammarly to grammar check this post because I’m writing about all sorts of stuff at a rate like never before in my career. Proofreading’s never been something I particularly enjoy. If I can dump such a task onto a free online service, why not? Continue reading
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Tagged blogging, Blogs, freelancing, grammar check, grammarly, proof reading, proofreading, work, writing
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5 Foodie Blogs from NOLA (CheapOair)
Hungry? You will be after reading this scrumptious list featuring five of New Orleans’ tastiest food blogs. Continue reading
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Posted in Blogs, CheapOair, Drink, Food, Restaurants, Shopping, Travel
Tagged Blackened Out, Blogs, Bouillie, Drink, Food, HeSaid/She Said NOLA, louisiana, new orleans, nola, NOLA Food Porn, restaurants, Suck the Heads
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LBM Audible #11: Getting in the Picture with TikiChris (LondonBloggers.net)
Here’s a link to a LBM Audible interview with yours truly about photography and blogging. Continue reading
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Posted in Blogs, interview, London, London Daily Photo, Photography
Tagged blogging, Blogs, interview, LBM, LBM Audible, LDP, London, London blog, london bloggers, london bloggers meetup, London Daily Photo, londonbloggers.net, photo blogs, Photography, photography blog, PODCAST, social media, Лондон, ロンドン, 伦敦
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5 Tasty Toronto Food Blogs (OneTravel)
For a taste of what makes Toronto so delicious, check out this these five fanatically foodie blogs … Continue reading
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Posted in Blogs, Canada, Drink, Food, OneTravel, Restaurants, Shopping, Travel
Tagged blogging, Blogs, canada, Caroline's Culinary Delights, Drink, FoodTrippin', OneTravel, ontario, Spice City Toronto, T.O.Bites, The Dish, toronto, Travel
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Top Tips from Milan’s Best Bloggers (CheapOair)
Whether you’re hoping to mingle at some of the city’s coolest wine bars or to discover the latest trends in fashion before they hit the streets back home, getting the scoop on what’s hip and happening from Milan’s most active bloggers is a smart way to glean a bit of insider insight. Continue reading
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Posted in Blogs, CheapOair, Drink, Hotels, Italy, Restaurants, Shopping, Travel, Wine
Tagged BARS, bloggers, Blogs, cheapoair, Drink, Food, Italy, La Signora Laura (Mrs Laura), Milan, milan blogs, milano, Ms. Adventures in Italy, my-milano.com, restaurants, Travel, wine, wine bars
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Enjoy a Big Night In – and a Chance to Win £500
Big Night In is a campaign launched by Money Supermarket to showcase how you can have a great night without blowing the bank. The campaign features a competition open to bloggers who are up for the “chance to show us just how much fun you can have with £50”. Every blogger who takes part in the competition will be given £50 and will be entered into a prize draw with one lucky winner receiving £500 just for having a bit of frugal fun! Continue reading
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Posted in Blogs, Competition, Money, Social Media
Tagged big night in, blogger competition, Blogs, competition, contest, money, money supermarket, social media, win £500
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I’m Going on a Japanese #SoupSearch. Slurp!
Guess what? I frickin’ won that trip to Japan. Obviously, I wouldn’t have won without help from good people like you. So, if you voted for me or even took a moment to consider it and wish me well, thank you. … Continue reading
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Posted in Ainsley Harriott's #SoupSearch Challenge, Blogs, Celebrities, Competition, Food, Freebies, Japan, London, Recipes, Social Media, Travel
Tagged #soupsearch, #soupsearch challenge, ainsley harriott, ainsley harriott foods, belleau kitchen, blogger competition, Blogs, competition, contest, cook off, cookery school, cooking, cup soup, facebook, facebook app, facebook competition, food i fancy, free, freebie, freebies, japan, japanese food, London, marrakech, morocco, my cooking hut, rachel cotterill, recipe, shiitake, shiitake steak handrolls with wasabi mayo, soup search, steak, symington, symington's, tamake, THE COOKERY SCHOOL, win a free trip to marrakech
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One Last #SoupSearch Request. Am I Going to Japan?
Looks like I still have a decent lead in Ainsley Harriott’s #SoupSearch Challenge. But my margin’s eroding bit by bit each day. The contest ends tomorrow, September 25th, at 11.59pm … which seems like an excruciatingly long time away for … Continue reading
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Tagged #soupsearch, #soupsearch challenge, ainsley harriott, ainsley harriott foods, blogger competition, Blogs, competition, contest, cook off, cookery school, cooking, cup soup, facebook, facebook app, facebook competition, free, freebie, freebies, japan, japanese food, London, marrakech, morocco, recipe, soup search, symington, symington's, THE COOKERY SCHOOL, win a free trip to marrakech
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Going Offline for Awhile but Thanks for the #SoupSearch Surge!
Just a very quick word of thanks to everyone who’s been voting for me in Ainsley Harriott’s #SoupSearch Challenge. I have a definite lead over the competition with 33% of the vote at the moment (not bad considering there are … Continue reading
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Posted in Ainsley Harriott's #SoupSearch Challenge, Celebrities, Competition, Food, Freebies, London, Recipes, Social Media, Travel
Tagged #soupsearch, #soupsearch challenge, ainsley harriott, ainsley harriott foods, belleau kitchen, blogger competition, Blogs, competition, contest, cook off, cookery school, cooking, cup soup, facebook, facebook app, facebook competition, food i fancy, free, freebie, freebies, japan, japanese food, London, marrakech, morocco, my cooking hut, rachel cotterill, recipe, shiitake steak handrolls with wasabi mayo, soup search, symington, symington's, THE COOKERY SCHOOL, win a free trip to marrakech
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Woke up Last, Went to Bed First! Thank You So Much! #SoupSearch
Thanks to everyone who’s voted for me thusfar in Ainsley Harriott’s #SoupSearch Challenge. I started yesterday morning in a distant fifth place (out of five contestants), and I now have a slight lead over the competition. But there’s still quite … Continue reading
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Posted in Ainsley Harriott's #SoupSearch Challenge, Celebrities, Competition, Food, Freebies, London, Recipes, Social Media, Travel
Tagged #soupsearch, #soupsearch challenge, ainsley harriott, ainsley harriott foods, belleau kitchen, blogger competition, Blogs, competition, contest, cook off, cookery school, cooking, cup soup, facebook, facebook app, facebook competition, food i fancy, free, freebie, freebies, japan, japanese food, London, marrakech, morocco, my cooking hut, rachel cotterill, recipe, shiitake steak handrolls with wasabi mayo, soup search, symington, symington's, THE COOKERY SCHOOL, win a free trip to marrakech
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Recipe: Shiitake Steak Handrolls with Wasabi Mayo
Okay. Before I give the recipe, let me just say … Please vote for me in Ainsley Harriott’s #SoupSearch Challenge! If I win I get to go on a foodie adventure to Japan. It’s easy to vote. Just click here … Continue reading
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Tagged #soupsearch, #soupsearch challenge, ainsley harriott, ainsley harriott foods, blogger competition, Blogs, competition, contest, cook off, cookery school, cooking, cup soup, facebook, facebook app, facebook competition, free, freebie, freebies, japan, japanese food, London, marrakech, morocco, my recipes, recipe, shiitake steak handrolls with wasabi mayo, soup search, soup search challenge, symington, symington's, THE COOKERY SCHOOL, tikichris recipes, win a free trip to marrakech
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I’ve Got a Chance to Visit Japan for Free. Will You Help me Win?
Hi. I recently participated in a blogger cook-off sponsored by Ainsley Harriott Foods. There were four other contestants. All five of us are now vying for a chance to win an “all-inclusive trip of a lifetime to a top international … Continue reading
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Tagged #soupsearch, #soupsearch challenge, ainsley harriott, ainsley harriott foods, belleau kitchen, blogger competition, Blogs, competition, contest, cook off, cookery school, cooking, cup soup, facebook, facebook app, facebook competition, food i fancy, free, freebie, freebies, japan, japanese food, London, marrakech, morocco, my cooking hut, rachel cotterill, recipe, shiitake steak handrolls with wasabi mayo, soup search, symington, symington's, THE COOKERY SCHOOL, win a free trip to marrakech
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I’m ebuzzing’s August Blogger of the Month. Nice!
Hey neato! Check it out. ebuzzing has named me its August Blogger of the Month. I always reckoned I was pretty good but to be described as “august” is quite the honour 😉 Seriously though, this is killer. I’ve had … Continue reading
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Tagged blogger of the month, bloggers, blogging, Blogs, ebuzzing
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Toronto Daily Photo
Every day, I publish a photograph of something London-related on this blog and have been doing so since 2006. My daily photo series is a fun and reflective way for me to hone my craft, explore my city and share my … Continue reading
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Posted in Blogs, Canada, Photography, Travel
Tagged Blogs, canada, daily photo blogs, Photography, toronto, toronto daily photo
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Lastminute.com’s “Oh You Lucky Bloggers” List for February
I just came home from hosting a great Qype night out at Exhibit in Balham (much more on that to follow) to discover my blog made Lastminute.com’s top 50 list of blogs for February. Apparently the list is compiled by “tinkering” … Continue reading
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Tagged blogging, Blogs, Lastminute.com, London
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Lastminute.com’s Top 10 London Blogs (Tooting My Own Horn)
Just this morning in a cloud of hazy Monday doubt, I pondered for a moment if anybody even gave a damn about my London Daily Photo series, something I’ve been posting in one form or another since 2006. Well, I … Continue reading
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Posted in Blogs, Lastminute.com, London, London Daily Photo, Photography
Tagged Blogs, Lastminute.com, London, London Daily Photo, Londonist, Photography, top 10 london blogs
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