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Good Stuff and Great Taste at the Specialty & Fine Food Fair 2013

Here’s a quick list of just some of all the good stuff I came across this afternoon at the Speciality & Fine Food Fair 2013, the “UK’s largest showcase of fine food and drink”. The fair continues tomorrow and Tuesday at Olympia Exhibition Centre. I loved my nibbling meander through the fair and thought it presented a fabulous opportunity to sample a range of great products from Britain and abroad while chatting with passionate producers and entrepreneurs. Continue reading

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Carnaby Style Night – London Shopping Event (OneTravel)

The evening of Thursday the 12th of September will present an opportunity to experience one of London’s most iconic shopping districts with a “Style Night” focused on the best of men’s fashion and more. Continue reading

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Get Ready for October in Miami (OneTravel)

While much of the rest of the nation starts to bundle up and prepare for the coming cold, Miami heats things up with a fantastic month of events. Here’s a look at just a few excellent reason to visit Miami this October. Continue reading

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Great Day Trips from New Orleans (CheapOair)

Not that you’d ever run out of things to do during a visit to New Orleans but it’s good to keep in mind the wealth of day trip destinations and attractions within a few hours drive of NOLA. If enjoying a few days at the beach, communing with nature or discovering the region’s unique culture sounds like an ideal add-on to your upcoming trip to New Orleans, keep reading for some suggestions. Continue reading

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Are Legends Born … or are They Dropped?

Are legends born or are they dropped? That’s what premium beer brand Heineken aims to find out through its latest campaign by testing the resourcefulness of a few select men and seeing how they manage on unfamiliar turf and inexplicable situations. Continue reading

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Win a Free Pair of Tix to the British Craft Beer Challenge at @LdnFldsBrewery

The British Craft Beer Challenge at the London Fields Brewery’s Brewhouse brings together some of the best beers from around the world for a head to head taste-off. There are only 500 tickets available per day for this event. But I’ve got a free pair of them to share. Continue reading

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Fine Dining at Quantus in Chiswick, West London (OneTravel)

Another great restaurant to add to my growing list of London’s best is Quantus. Offering an exquisite menu of modern European cuisine with a strong Latin influence and a wine list that’s inspired and rather Latin tinged as well, this local west London fine dining establishment is a great option for foodies foraging around West London in search of excellence. Service at this lovely little Chiswick local is formal and prompt yet exceptionally friendly, and the prices are a huge relief. Continue reading

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I Beg Your Pardon? Twinings Has Introduced a Rose Garden?

That’s right. Initially only sold as part of the Twinings Limited Edition range due to popular demand Rose Garden black tea is now permanently available. That’s good news if you’re like me and love the flavour of rose. But don’t take my word alone for it, this tea was one of four Twinings teas to win a 2012 Great Taste Award. Add this to an already fantastic selection that includes eye opening green tea, refreshing redbush and plenty more and it becomes apparent there’s a lot more to Twinings than just elegant Earl Greys and robust English Breakfast teas. Continue reading

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Tilia: Online Home Delivery Service of Artisan Food and Drink. Try it and Love it!

Tilia is a new online home delivery service connecting Londoners with local suppliers of artisan food and drink. At the moment, it’s a London only thing, but there are plans for rapid nationwide expansion. I recently gave Tilia a twirl. Completely impressed, I loved everything aspect of my experience. Indeed, I’m keen to try the service again (and again!) and can wholeheartedly recommend it as an incredibly convenient way to get top quality grub to your table. Continue reading

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Dining in Chiswick, West London (CheapOair)

Situated in a leafy and somewhat suburban area of West London, Chiswick is a family friendly community with a village-y feel. It’s also a fantastic destination for some of London’s best restaurants with one of the most dynamic dining scenes in the entire city. From Michelin stars to whoopie pies and just about everything delectable in between, Chiswick is home to a variety of restaurants and food shops for just about any occasion. Here’s a list highlighting but a few of the excellent eateries around Chiswick. Continue reading

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Zoe’s Ghana Kitchen: Ghana Be Good (Blue Tomato)

African street food star, Zoe’s Ghana Kitchen, has taken up residency at Covent Garden’s Africa Centre with a pop-up promise that the food and atmosphere are ‘Ghana be good’. The temporary restaurant runs until mid September and offers a convenient way to get a taste of west African heat along with a side of socialising. Continue reading

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Win a Free Copy of the Pocket Beer Book 2014

Pocket Beer Book 2014 is the definitive and most up-to-date guide to the world’s best craft and traditional beers. I’ve just scored a handy copy for myself along with three extra copies to share with my readers. I reckon the book is an indispensable resource for any connoisseur and a fantastic gift for the beer lover in your life. Continue reading

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Pink Pigeon and Yummy Choo Present Mauritian Style Pop-Up @ Bedford & Strand, Sunday 1 September

UPDATE: This event has been canceled and will be rescheduled. UPDATE: This event has been canceled and will be rescheduled. Supper club sensation Yummy Choo alongside Pink Pigeon Rum (both proud Mauritian exports) are teaming up for a one-off event … Continue reading

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Destination Dining at its Best: Quantus, Devonshire Road, Chiswick

Another great restaurant to add to my list of this year’s best, Quantus offers an exquisite menu of modern European cuisine with a strong Latin influence and a wine list that’s inspired and decidedly Latin tinged as well. Service at this lovely little Chiswick local is formal and prompt yet exceptionally friendly, and the prices are a huge relief. Continue reading

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Win a Free Illy IperEspresso Coffee Machine

Quality Italian espresso at the press of a button in your own home? Oh yeah! I’ve got a nifty IperEspresso Coffee Machine from Illy up for grabs. Continue reading

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Hush Brasserie: A St Paul’s Restaurant Worth Shouting About

If you’re working or sightseeing around St Paul’s and looking for a quality meal, you’re in luck. The newly opened Hush Brasserie is an excellent option, maybe even your best choice … Continue reading

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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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BOGOF Bubble Tea at Milk Tea & Pearl Shoreditch

Taiwanese bubble tea shop, Milk Tea & Pearl, has recently opened its second London location at Boxpark in Shoreditch (the first shop is on Little Portland Street near Oxford Circus). Keep reading to find out about a special offer available to readers of this blog. Continue reading

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Pocketshop.com: One-Hour Supermarket Delivery Service for London

Pocket Shop is the UK’s first one-hour supermarket delivery service in the country. Recently launched across London, the service is like having online access to a Sainsbury’s Local that magically delivers on fairly short notice. Continue reading

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Breakfast at Tapas Brindisa London Bridge? ¡Muy Bien!

Tapas Brindisa London Bridge has updated its breakfast menu and the hours it’s available. The results are muy bien and the portions are very definition of muchísimo. Continue reading

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Win a Case of Buddy’s Bourbon Flavored Beer

Here’s a chance to win a whole case of beer with true American spirit – Buddy’s Bourbon Flavoured Beer. Continue reading

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The South for France Comes to London for the Joie de Vivre Festival (CheapOair)

Britain or France for your summer vacation? Hmmm … it’s a tough choice. Or maybe you’ve already booked your London flights for this time round and you’re considering making France yoru next big destination?With the Sud de France Joie de … Continue reading

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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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Sneak Peek at Chocolat Luxe – New Chocolate Whiskey Liqueur

Yesterday, I had the pleasure of being among the very first members of the public to taste a new chocolate and whiskey liqueur called Chocolat Luxe. There’s an embargo on for a few weeks preventing me from saying which brand is behind this new velvety drink. But I can tell you this: Chocolat Luxe is the world’s first fusion of Belgian chocolate, Irish whiskey and cream. It’s the result of three years of development and combines cream, Madagascan vanilla, tripled distilled whiskey and more than 30g of real Belgian chocolate in each bottle. Continue reading

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Geneva Weekend – Day 3 – by @vysia

Recently, tikichris contributor Vysia Duffield had the opportunity to explore the Swiss city of Geneva. Invited to Switzerland along with a handful of other London-based bloggers to explore a few Swiss cities using the free to download Make My Switzerland app. Created by actual residents of the cities featured, the app lists hidden gems and places favoured by locals. Vysia reckons the app is great for people who like to venture “off the beaten path” when travelling. “Even better,” she says, the participating bloggers got to meet and explore their chosen cities “with the locals behind the recommendations and see it through their eyes”. Continue reading

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Geneva Weekend – Day 2 – by @vysia

Recently, tikichris contributor Vysia Duffield had the opportunity to explore the Swiss city of Geneva. Invited to Switzerland along with a handful of other London-based bloggers to explore a few Swiss cities using the free to download Make My Switzerland app. Created by actual residents of the cities featured, the app lists hidden gems and places favoured by locals. Vysia reckons the app is great for people who like to venture “off the beaten path” when travelling. “Even better,” she says, the participating bloggers got to meet and explore their chosen cities “with the locals behind the recommendations and see it through their eyes”. Continue reading

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Geneva Weekend – Day 1 – by @vysia

Recently, tikichris contributor Vysia Duffield had the opportunity to explore the Swiss city of Geneva. Invited to Switzerland along with a handful of other London-based bloggers to explore a few Swiss cities using the free to download Make My Switzerland app. Created by actual residents of the cities featured, the app lists hidden gems and places favoured by locals. Vysia reckons the app is great for people who like to venture “off the beaten path” when travelling. “Even better,” she says, the participating bloggers got to meet and explore their chosen cities “with the locals behind the recommendations and see it through their eyes”. Continue reading

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Win a Bottle of Russian Standard Vodka + a Russian Mule Copper Mug

Hey folks, I’ve got a 70cl bottle of Russian Standard Original, the world’s number one premium Russian vodka, along with a handy dandy “Russian Mule Copper Mug” to share with one lucky reader. Continue reading

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London’s First Tofu Bar at Naga, W8

West London Pan Asian restaurant, Naga, has recently launched London’s first dedicated tofu bar with a menu of inexpensive bar snacks and even a selection of tofu-based cocktails. Continue reading

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Win 2 Free Tickets to @innocentdrinks’ #InnocentInspires Entrepreneur Speaking Event

Have you heard about the Innocent Inspires monthly series of talks held at Innocent HQ, Fruit Towers? They’ve already had two events – one with a health theme, the other about ethics. Coming up on the 24th of July is the next in the series, and this one’s going to be about becoming an entrepreneur. Hosted by Innocent’s own Richard Reed with a handful of other successful entrepreneurs on hand to give advice, it’s going to be popular. I’ve got two tickets to share with one lucky reader. Continue reading

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Peru: Empire of Hidden Treasures

Wondering where your next overseas adventure will take you? Check out this brief yet epic clip (sponsored by PromPeru) for a tantalizing taste of all that Peru has to offer its growing number of visitors – whether you’re a down-n-dirty and intrepid … Continue reading

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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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Lobsterfest Returns to London’s Belgo Restaurants (CheapOair)

Lobsterfest runs from Thursday the 4th of July until the 31st of August at all five Belgo locations in London … Continue reading

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Win a £50 #Lobzilla Gift Voucher from Belgo and Celebrate Lobsterfest 2013

Love lobster? Check it out. London-based Belgian restaurant group, Belgo, is bringing back Lobsterfest for another year with three awesome dishes: a lobster cocktail (£9.95), a whole lobster salad (£19.95) and Lobzilla! – a whole grilled lobster served with frites, aioli dip and salad ((£19.95). And if that’s not enough to get excited about, I’ve got a £50 Belgo gift voucher to share with one lucky lobster loving reader. Continue reading

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Cocktail Recipe Video: POM Pimms

Here’s a refreshing pomegranate cocktail recipe from the folks at POM Wonderful. As you can see from the clip, the POM Pimms is based on the classic summer drink, Pimms and lemonade and is super easy to make. Video recorded … Continue reading

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