Tag Archives: chocolate

Meiji Brings Japanese Treats to the UK

Posted on 2024-05-19 by tikichris

Popular Japanese snack brand, Meiji, is set to debut in the UK this year with the launch of two of its most iconic snacks – Chocoroooms and Uproll. I was invited to sample these tasty treats by the folks doing … Continue reading →

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Arcade Food Hall (All Consumed)

Posted on 2023-05-15 by tikichris

Neil Davey and Chris Osburn catch up over some burgers and chat about what’s impressed them the most since their last episode. Listen in on their recommendations for food, drink, art, and film in London, as well as a couple … Continue reading →

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Win a CBD Chocolate and Coffee Hamper from Cheerful Buddha

Posted on 2021-11-14 by tikichris

Chilled out chocolate to keep you moving minus the stress: Cheerful Buddha’s got what you need to keep you moving minus the stress with it’s range of CBD infused chocolate bars now available for sale at WH Smith Travel … … Continue reading →

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Good Stuff #91

Posted on 2019-06-16 by tikichris

Good stuff and lots of it!

Here’s the low down on some fine things to see, sip, savour and more – all of which I’ve recently come across and thought were worth sharing with you. Enjoy. Continue reading →

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Good Stuff #90

Posted on 2019-05-04 by Judith Schrut

Here’s the low down on some fine things to see, sip, savour and more which contributor Judith Schrut discovered at this year’s Natural and Organic Products Europe show and thought were worth sharing with you. Enjoy. Continue reading →

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Win an Extra Thick Easter Egg from Hotel Chocolat

Posted on 2019-04-01 by tikichris

Have a look at all the eggscellent Extra Thick Easters Eggs Hotel Chocolat has offer this year! Continue reading →

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Win a Lir Collection Hamper of Chocolates

Posted on 2019-03-10 by tikichris

Who wants a hamper of chocolate valued at £50? I’ve team up with Irish chocolate maker, Lir Chocolates, to offer one lucky tikichris reader the chance to win a Lir Collection hamper and enjoy a taste of the complete range of treats offered by this beloved Irish brand. Continue reading →

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Benjamin Figarède, Cocoa Sourcing Ambassador for Valrhona Chocolate | #TCTalks 65

Posted on 2019-02-13 by tikichris

Travelling the globe in search of the world’s best cocoa, Benjamin Figarède works in the sourcing department for French premium chocolate manufacturer Valrhona. He sees himself as an ambassador, creating bonds between small holder cocoa farmers and the craft chocolate … Continue reading →

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Benjamin Figarède, Cocoa Sourcing Ambassador for Valrhona Chocolate | #TCTalks 65

Posted on 2019-02-13 by tikichris

Episode 65 of tikichris Talks features an interview with Benjamin Figarède about his job as a cocoa sourcer for Valrhona Chocolate. During the interviewing Benjamin talks about his work and as well as Valrhona’s latest project in Belize. Benjamin also shares a few tips on how to pick the best chocolate for this Valentine’s Day. Continue reading →

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Best Cocktails of 2018

Posted on 2018-12-08 by tikichris

Let’s celebrate the Best of 2018 with a toast to the most amazing cocktails of the year. The most memorably delicious for me were enjoyed at bars in London, Oxford, and Pittsburgh. Continue reading →

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Best Breakfasts and Brunches of 2018

Posted on 2018-12-04 by tikichris

Welcome back to the Best of 2018. Here’s a plateful of hearty recommendations for breaking fast in London and elsewhere, and in this case elsewhere means San Antonio and the Texas Hill Country, Dublin, Edinburgh, Milan and Hiroshima.
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Win a Chocolate Hamper from Lir Chocolates

Posted on 2018-10-22 by tikichris

Beloved Irish chocolate brand, Lir Chocolates, is now available in the UK. Fancy a taste for free? I’ve got two Lir Chocolate hampers to give away. Continue reading →

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David Greenwood-Haigh: Chocolate with Heart | #TCTalks Episode 40

Posted on 2018-10-16 by tikichris

Award-winning chocolatier David Greenwood-Haigh is the guest for episode 40 of tikichris Talks. During our chat, David guides me through a chocolate tasting while sharing insights from his decades of experience in the food industry, his travels to Haiti and Sao Tome and his efforts to help revitalise cocoa-production and chocolate-making in these impoverished nations. Continue reading →

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David Greenwood-Haigh: Chocolate with Heart | #TCTalks Episode 40

Posted on 2018-10-16 by tikichris

Award-winning chocolatier David Greenwood-Haigh is the guest for episode 40 of tikichris Talks. During our chat, David guides me through a chocolate tasting while sharing insights from his decades of experience in the food industry, his travels to Haiti and Sao Tome and his efforts to help revitalise cocoa-production and chocolate-making in these impoverished nations. Continue reading →

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Win a Skull-Shaped Bottle Filled with Absinthe Emanuelle from Il Gusto

Posted on 2018-10-12 by tikichris

Just in time for Halloween, I’ve teamed up with Il Gusto for an especially spirited competition that’ll see one lucky tikichris reader win a skull-shaped bottle filled with absinthe. Continue reading →

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Good Stuff #79 | Goodies from GO!

Posted on 2018-09-25 by Judith Schrut

Good stuff and lots of it!   Judith Schrut’s been to London’s first GO! Organic Festival and has the low down on some fine things to see, sip and savour we thought worth sharing with you. Enjoy. Continue reading →

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Chocolate | Pierre Marcolini’s Winter Collection

Posted on 2018-09-15 by Judith Schrut

Celebrated Belgian chocolatier Pierre Marcolini’s passion for sweet treats dates back to his childhood when, so the story goes, he would happily exchange toys with his brother for an extra portion of dessert. Continue reading →

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Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake at Carioca Brixton

Posted on 2018-07-02 by tikichris

A recently weekend brunch visit to Carioca in Brixton was not my first. And I’m please to report the food is still tasty and portions still generous at this quaint Market Row eatery. But it was my first time to have slice of the chocolate peanut butter cheesecake. And – wow – that was a sumptuous and texturally magnificent end to a meal. Continue reading →

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Good Stuff #76

Posted on 2018-07-01 by tikichris

Good stuff and lots of it! Here’s the low down on some fine things to see, sip, savour and more – all of which I’ve recently come across and thought were worth sharing with you. Enjoy.

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Win The Dipping Adventure from Hotel Chocolat

Posted on 2018-06-07 by tikichris

The Dipping Adventure offers chocolate lovers a chance to dip, dunk and explore a selection of sweet and savoury morsels in melted milk, dar, and white chocolate. Designed to share, it’s a great gift – and one I’ve got set aside to give away for free to one lucky tikichris reader. Continue reading →

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Win a 2-in-1 Egg-Shaped Bottle filled with Chocolate Cream and Calvados from Il Gusto

Posted on 2018-03-10 by tikichris

Who says Easter eggs are only for kids? Il Gusto’s got something oval for the grownups to hunt as well: a 2-in-1 egg-shaped bottle filled with chocolate cream and aged calvados. Continue reading →

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Win Chocolate Easter Pen Pals from Hotel Chocolat

Posted on 2018-03-03 by tikichris

Hotel Chocolat has some really cute new treats for its 2018 Easter collection. I’ve got some particularly fun new items stashed away in a basket and I’m on the hunt to share them with one lucky tikichris reader. Continue reading →

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Win a Valentine Sleekster Box of Chocolates from Hotel Chocolat

Posted on 2018-01-15 by tikichris

Have a happy Valentine’s Day with that special someone enjoying a Valentine Sleekster box of chocolates from Hotel Chocolat. I’ve got one set aside as a prize for one lucky tikichris reader. Continue reading →

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#TCTalks | Episode 6 | Chocolate Ecstasy

Posted on 2017-12-03 by tikichris

For Episode 6 of tikichris Talks I share a hot chocolate with Jennifer Earle, a self-confessed chocoholic, internationally recognised chocolate expert, judge for the International Chocolate Awards, the Academy of Chocolate Awards, the Great Taste Awards, the Quality Food Awards and Which? Magazine and founder of Taste Tripper, Chocolate Ecstasy Tours, and Ice Cream Ecstasy Tours. Continue reading →

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#TCTalks | Episode 6 | Chocolate Ecstasy

Posted on 2017-12-03 by tikichris

For Episode 6 of tikichris Talks I enjoy a delicious hot chocolate with Jennifer Earle, a self-confessed chocoholic, internationally recognised chocolate expert, judge for the International Chocolate Awards, the Academy of Chocolate Awards, the Great Taste Awards, the Quality Food Awards and Which? Magazine and founder of Taste Tripper, Chocolate Ecstasy Tours, and Ice Cream Ecstasy Tours. Continue reading →

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Hotel Chocolat: Christmas Gifts for Her

Posted on 2017-12-01 by tikichris

Luxury British chocolate brand, Hotel Chocolat, has a delectable range of luscious treats “for her” including boxes of chocolates, bottles of bubbly, hampers, gift cards, “bean to bar” experiences and more! Continue reading →

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Recipe: White Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Cookies

Posted on 2017-11-20 by tikichris

These white chocolate chip cookies made with a pumpkin puree dough are an ideal treat for autumn celebrations and festive season snacking. Continue reading →

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Win a Classic Christmas Chocolate Sleekster from Hotel Chocolat

Posted on 2017-11-08 by tikichris

The “tis the season” season will be upon us soon. That’s yummy news. And I’m helping you stay one step ahead of the Christmas crush with a chance for one lucky tikichris reader to win a Classic Christmas Chocolate Sleekster from Hotel Chocolat. Continue reading →

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Maison Pierre Marcolini 2017 Christmas Collection

Posted on 2017-10-03 by Zay Ahmed

Pierre Marcolini is a chocolatier known for sourcing premium cocoa directly from independent producers in Brazil, Cuba, Ecuador, Ghana, Madagascar and Vietnam. Continue reading →

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Win a Pair of Tickets to The Chocolate Show

Posted on 2017-09-24 by tikichris

Chocolate lovers check it out! I’ve got a pair of tickets up for grabs to this year’s Chocolate Show in London.

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Good Stuff #69

Posted on 2017-08-10 by tikichris

Here’s the low down on some fine things to see, sip, savour and more – all of which I’ve recently come across and thought were worth sharing with you. Enjoy. Continue reading →

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Good Stuff #68

Posted on 2017-07-23 by tikichris

Good stuff and lots of it! Here’s the low down on some fine things to see, sip, savour and more – all of which I’ve recently come across and thought were worth sharing with you. Enjoy.

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Five Years in London for Gelateria 3Bis

Posted on 2017-05-19 by tikichris

Half a decade strong here in London, Gelateria 3Bis has a 30 year history in Rimini. I dropped by the artisanal gelato maker’s London outpost recently for its birthday party (both London and Rimini openings share the same 10th of May date). Continue reading →

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Fifth Dimension Chocolates’ Journey Box

Posted on 2017-05-18 by tikichris

Fine flavour in full 5D! If you haven’t tried Fifth Dimension Chocolates you’re missing out on some inventive creations crafted with finesse. Continue reading →

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Good Stuff #66

Posted on 2017-05-07 by tikichris

Good stuff and lots of it! Here’s the low down on some fine things to see, sip, savour and more – all of which I’ve recently come across and thought were worth sharing with you. Enjoy. Continue reading →

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