Tag Archives: cocktails

Clamato Kitchen

Posted on 2018-01-03 by tikichris

I’ve teamed up with the makers of famously clam-flavoured Clamato tomato juice for Clamato Kitchen, a series of recipes (and maybe more) about cooking with Clamato. Continue reading →

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Win a Big Bag o’ Booze for Free

Posted on 2017-12-27 by tikichris

Out with the old and in with the new! But what’s old for me might be new to you. I’m clearing space in my liquor cabinet. And that’s especially good news for one lucky tikichris reader. Continue reading →

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#TCTalks | Episode 7 | Metaxa

Posted on 2017-12-22 by tikichris

Welcome to the seventh episode of tikichris Talks. This one features an interview with Metaxa Managing Director Stephanie Ancel and Metaxa Master Constantinos Raptis. Our conversation took place at in November at theSt James Bar of the Sofitel London St James Hotel – one of my favourite bars in London actually – and was followed by a tasting of head barman Matteo Giannuzzi’s Dragon’s Son cocktail with Metaxa 12 Stars as the key ingredient. It’s a rich mix definitely worth you seeking out for a sip. Continue reading →

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#TCTalks | Episode 7 | Metaxa

Posted on 2017-12-22 by tikichris

Welcome to the seventh episode of my tikichris Talks podcast. This one features an interview with Metaxa Managing Director Stephanie Ancel and Metaxa Master Constantinos Raptis. Our conversation took place at in November at the St James Bar of the Sofitel London St James Hotel – one of my favourite bars in London actually – and was followed by a tasting of head barman Matteo Giannuzzi’s Dragon’s Son cocktail with Metaxa 12 Stars as the key ingredient. It’s a rich mix definitely worth you seeking out for a sip. But what is Metaxa? It’s an old-aged spirit from the Greek island of Samos. I love the stuff but reckon it’s best to allow Stephanie and Constantinos describe it. Continue reading →

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Best of the Best of 2017

Posted on 2017-12-21 by tikichris

I hope the year was as fun and delicious for you as it was for me, and I look forward to sharing more amazing experiences with you in 2018. Continue reading →

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Best London Cocktails of 2017

Posted on 2017-12-19 by tikichris

My quest for the Best of 2017 slurps on with sips of the city’s most interesting and delicious cocktails. Continue reading →

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Best London Bars and Pubs of 2017

Posted on 2017-12-17 by tikichris

Having a drink in London is still a fine way to spend time. Here’s my take on the finest places to do so. Continue reading →

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Best Bars of 2017 (Excluding London)

Posted on 2017-12-17 by tikichris

If your preferred mode of travel involves sidling up to a bar, you’re going to love this ‘best of’ list of bars visited during my travels in 2017. Continue reading →

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Best of 2017

Posted on 2017-12-16 by tikichris

As the end of 2017 draws to a close, I’d like to take a moment to highlight the best food, drink, and travel related treats that I came across in London and around the world over these past 12 months. Continue reading →

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Win a Limited Edition Golden Age Bottle of Cointreau

Posted on 2017-12-13 by tikichris

Cointreau is celebrating the Golden Age of cocktails with a limited edition bottle paying homage to 1920s Art Deco design. Continue reading →

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Wild Turkey Lodge at The Ten Bells

Posted on 2017-12-10 by tikichris

The upstairs bar at classic Spitalfields pub, The Ten Bells, has been transformed into a Kentucky hunting lodge for the winter, compliments of Wild Turkey Bourbon. Continue reading →

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Last Days of Shoreditch Winter La La Land

Posted on 2017-11-28 by Zay Ahmed

The lights are twinkling, the trees are decorated and festive fun is firmly top of the agenda. How about trying something a little different this season? Last Days of Shoreditch Winter La La Land is a winter pop-up like no other. Continue reading →

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Celebrating the Annual Cognac Cocktail Connexion at Solera, Paris

Posted on 2017-11-11 by Cat Byers

Cognac looks set to be the next spirit to break the traditional mould and hit the mainstream in Paris – and the annual Cognac Cocktail Connexion is largely responsible for this. Continue reading →

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Shuffle Like Santa in Brick Lane

Posted on 2017-11-07 by Demi Perera

Following on from it’s roaring success last year, The London Shuffle Club pop up has returned to the Truman Brewery. Complete with retro Miami inspired decor, inflatable palm trees and flamingos we can now happily shuffleboard in Brick Lane. I went along to find out what this was all about. Continue reading →

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The Cocktail Guy: A New Book from Sushisamba Mixologist

Posted on 2017-11-02 by Zay Ahmed

This month sees the launch of Rich Woods’ debut book titled ‘The Cocktail Guy’, featuring dozen of cocktail recipes. Continue reading →

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El Tigre Tacos and Pink Flamingos at Nine Lives

Posted on 2017-10-10 by tikichris

For London Cocktail Week, recently launched yet already smooth sailing London Bridge bar, Nine Lives, shipped in bartender/luchador EL Tigre from his family restaurant, Los Barcos, in Mexico for limited run tacos paired with tequila cocktails. Continue reading →

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A Perfect Gin and Tonic at Brasserie Blanc

Posted on 2017-10-09 by Demi Perera

Demi Perera attended the Festival of Flavour at the Fulham Reach branch of Brasserie Blanc last week to celebrate its new autumn menu. Continue reading →

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Cognac: Spirit of Place | Restaurants

Posted on 2017-10-05 by tikichris

Cognac isn’t just a great place for drink. The town has some amazing restaurants as well. Continue reading →

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Cognac: Spirit of Place | Bar Luciole

Posted on 2017-10-04 by tikichris

Coolest bar in Cognac? It’s Bar Luciole, a relaxing and pared down venue set near the banks of the Charente River and recently co-launched by drinks industry superstar Tony Conigliaro (Bar Termini, Bar with No Name, and Untitled) and bartending wunderkind Guillaume Le Dorner. Continue reading →

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Miss P’s, BBQ in East Croydon

Posted on 2017-09-27 by tikichris

Deep South BBQ and more in far South London? Miss P’s in Croydon brings it. Continue reading →

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Courtesan: Bigger, Better, Later.

Posted on 2017-09-20 by Demi Perera

When you live in a city as diverse as London you soon learn that there is a list of pulsating, uber cool, queues out of the door, “you’re not on the list” venues that simmer just below the surface. They give this city its edge. BUT you have to be in the know. Continue reading →

Posted in Bars, Drink, Food, London, Restaurants | Tagged atlantic road, BARS, brixton, cocktails, Demi Perera, dim sum, Drink, Food, restaurants, reviews, south london, SW9, SW9 8PU | Leave a comment

Win a #TomatoParty (30 Bottles of Tomato Juice) from Turner Hardy & Co

Posted on 2017-08-23 by tikichris

COMPETITION IS NOW OVER AND THE WINNER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. THANKS SO MUCH FOR READING TIKICHRIS. PLEASE STAY TUNED FOR LOTS MORE FUN AND FREEBIES TO COME! Tomato juice gets an upgrade with Turner Hardy & Co, a new premium … Continue reading →

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The World’s 15 Most Important Tiki Bars (Punch)

Posted on 2017-08-21 by tikichris

I was honoured and happy to offer my own humble opinion when Punch got in touch to ask my help compiling a list of of the world’s most important tiki bars. Continue reading →

Posted in Bars, Drink, Food, London, Punch, Restaurants, Tiki, Travel | Tagged BARS, cocktails, Drink, London, Punch, restaurants, tiki, Tiki bars, Travel, Лондон, لندن, ロンドン, 伦敦 | Leave a comment

Great Jamaican Cuisine at Rudie’s in Dalston

Posted on 2017-08-19 by tikichris

I don’t go out for Jamaican or Caribbean food all that often in London. It’s not because I don’t love the cuisine but because (save for a short list of awesome places) I tend to find most of what’s on offer doesn’t live up to my expectations of how good the food can be. So I’m pleased to report my recent dinner at Rudie’s in Dalston turned out to be such a tasty treat. Continue reading →

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On the #RutteRoute in Dordrecht

Posted on 2017-08-17 by tikichris

The opportunity to stroll about and get a sense of the tiny island town that Rutte has called home since the 19th century was a lot of fun and worth the trip in and of itself. Continue reading →

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On the #RutteRoute in Rotterdam

Posted on 2017-08-16 by tikichris

First stop on my journey to the Rutte & Sons Distillery in Dordrecht was Rotterdam, where a phenomenally crafted meal was followed by a top secret nightcap and a solid sleep in a historic setting. Continue reading →

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Jose Gordon’s El Capricho Menu at The World’s End Market

Posted on 2017-08-11 by tikichris

King’s Road restaurant, The World’s End Market, has launched a new “Jose Gordon (El Capricho)” menu offering select cuts of extra mature ox meat reared and aged by Spanish grill master, ox farmer and Chef Patron of acclaimed El Capricho restaurant (and Netflix star), Jose Gordon. Continue reading →

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Bottomless Brunch at The Vincent

Posted on 2017-08-10 by tikichris

The Vincent near Hackney Downs has launched a weekend brunch menu featuring bottomless coffee, cocktails and prosecco alongside a yummy assortment of breakfast and otherwise brunch-able dishes. Continue reading →

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New Cocktails at Great Northern Hotel

Posted on 2017-08-05 by tikichris

GNH Bar Head Bartender Harry Nikolaou’s brilliant creations beguiled as much as they refreshed, enticing as they intoxicated. Continue reading →

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Official J&T of Juliette’s Interiors

Posted on 2017-08-03 by tikichris

So remember that Ginspiration Challenge I wrote about a few weeks ago? Well check it out: I won it! Continue reading →

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Jazzgir, Canary Wharf

Posted on 2017-08-02 by tikichris

Jazzgir near South Quay brings Mediterranean cuisine with jazzy flair to the Docklands. Continue reading →

Posted in Drink, Food, London, Restaurants, Wine | Tagged canary wharf, cocktails, docklands, Drink, E14, E14 9GE, east london, Food, Harbour Exchange Square, jazzgir, London, restaurants, reviews, seafood, south quay, wine, Лондон, لندن, ロンドン, 伦敦 | Leave a comment

Mr Black’s Espresso Martini Festival

Posted on 2017-07-28 by tikichris

Coffee liqueur company, Mr Black, is launching London’s first festival dedicated to the espresso martini. Mr Black’s Espresso Martini Festival will run from 10 to 12 August at a range of bars, cafes and restaurants in London. Continue reading →

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Get a Free Cocktail at Barsmith in Farringdon #BarsmithGoesTiki

Posted on 2017-07-26 by tikichris

Popular Farringdon watering hole, Barsmith, has “gone tiki” for the summer. The bar has gone generous too with an exclusive offer of a free cocktail to 50 tikichris readers. Continue reading →

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Percy Pig Turns 25

Posted on 2017-07-23 by tikichris

Percy Pig, model for and namesake of Marks & Spencer’s popular fruit flavoured gummies, turns 25 years old this month (23 July to be exact). Continue reading →