Tag Archives: London

Frieze 2024

Posted on 2024-10-20 by tikichris

I’m writing this post on Sunday the 20th of October. This time last week I was attending Frieze London, the annual art fair that, according to Harper’s Bazaar, is the “biggest event in the contemporary arts calendar.” This was the … Continue reading →

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Frankie Goes to Bollywood – Southbank Centre

Posted on 2024-08-03 by tikichris

British musical, Frankie Goes to Bollywood, has come to London for a nearly three-week stretch at the Southbank Centre. If you’re looking for an all-singing, all-dancing show with significant feel-good factor this might be just the thing for you. Here’s … Continue reading →

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Secret Sandwich Shop (All Consumed)

Posted on 2024-07-28 by tikichris

Neil and Chris are back again – this time at the Secret Sandwich Shop in Notting Hill. After downing a couple of breakfast sarnies, the duo have a chat about everything from the bus to the Boss and to Bigfoot … Continue reading →

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Whole Beast at the Montpelier (All Consumed)

Posted on 2024-07-13 by tikichris

Neil and Chris have an epic lunch the Montpelier in Peckham, where the Whole Beast kitchen takeover has more than impressed their palates! While there, they chat about other treats to eat in the area. Neil chats about seeing Crowded … Continue reading →

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Napoli on the Road + Duci + Tamp Coffee (All Consumed)

Posted on 2024-06-16 by tikichris

Neil and Chris are back to share what they’ve been doing in the weeks since they last recorded. For this episode, the fellas head to Devonshire Road in Chiswick, west London for a taste of what’s rated 2024’s best pizza … Continue reading →

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Cafe Kitsune (All Consumed)

Posted on 2024-02-17 by tikichris

Neil and Chris meet up at Cafe Kitsune in Knightsbridge for an upscale start to a recent Sunday morning podcast recording. While there they marvel at the Japanese-French cafe’s pastries and the drinks (miso rice pudding brioche with a chestnut … Continue reading →

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Forno (All Consumed)

Posted on 2024-01-27 by tikichris

New year, new episode of All Consumed! Neil and Chris meet up for an early m/’orning chat at celebrated East London bakery, Forno, where they wag chin about resolutions, art, stuff to eat, the remnants of an execution from the … Continue reading →

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NomNomNom – Cookery School at Little Portland Street – 2023 Reunion

Posted on 2023-09-28 by tikichris

Once upon a time, I used to take a lot of photographs. I mean a lot a lot of photographs. This was the late noughties, a window of transition from film photography to mobile phone photography when the DSLR (digital … Continue reading →

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At Home (All Consumed)

Posted on 2023-09-14 by tikichris

A new episode of All Consumed, during which the following occurs: – Chris raves about a couple of London street food vendors.– Neil marvels at a couple of upscale London restaurants.– Both look forward to some upcoming adventures in the … Continue reading →

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Poon’s Wontoneria (All Consumed)

Posted on 2023-09-04 by tikichris

Neil and Chris experience a moment of wonton abandon at the wonderful Poon’s Wontoneria on Charlotte Street. Reveling in the moment, they chat about two individual trips recently taken to Shrewsbury – and how much they both loved this historic … Continue reading →

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Chettinad Restaurant (All Consumed)

Posted on 2023-08-07 by tikichris

Neil and Chris catch up at south Indian “village restaurant” Chettinad off Tottenham Court Road to record this episode of All Consumed. After enjoying a delicious meal, Chris talks Luddites and the antiauthoritarian spirit of Nottingham as Neil speaks to … Continue reading →

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Tonkotsu Soho with Emma Reynolds (All Consumed)

Posted on 2023-07-11 by tikichris

For this episode of All Consumed, Neil and Chris are joined by a guest – Emma Reynolds of Tonkotsu – who graciously hosts them at the Soho branch of her still growing portfolio of ramen bars. After slurping down some … Continue reading →

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ICCO Pizza (All Consumed)

Posted on 2023-07-02 by tikichris

Neil Davey and Chris Osburn catch up at ICCO, the People’s Pizzeria, on Goodge Street. At this affordable Fitzrovia mainstay, the duo chat about recent travels – Thailand for Neil, Suffolk for Chris – as well as where to experience … Continue reading →

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Stephen Triffitt | Frank Sinatra’s Songs for Swingin’ Lovers | Cadogan Hall

Posted on 2023-07-01 by tikichris

A few weeks back, I attended a performance of Frank Sinatra’s Songs for Swingin’ Lovers by Stephen Triffitt with the Manhattan Swing Orchestra at Cadogan Hall. The opportunity to enjoy acclaimed Sinatra tribute artist, Triffitt, work magic with what’s considered … Continue reading →

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Rad Power Bikes £50 Discount with This Radvocate Referral Link

Posted on 2023-06-24 by tikichris

Since publishing my Rad Power Bikes referral link post last month, I’ve taken my RadRunner Plus off road a couple of times. It handled the trails well, considerably better than I expected actually, and enabled me the chance to access … Continue reading →

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Deeney’s Cafe at the William Morris Gallery (All Consumed)

Posted on 2023-05-30 by tikichris

Neil Davey and Chris Osburn have a fortifying Scottish breakfast at Deeney’s Cafe at the William Morris Gallery in Walthamstow. After scarfing down the cafe’s famous Hamish MacBeth toastie (haggis, bacon, Cheddar, rocket, caramelised onions and mustard), they chew even … Continue reading →

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Unlock £50 Savings When You Buy Your First Rad Power Bike

Posted on 2023-05-21 by tikichris

Ever since I started riding my Rad Power Bike, one thing has been clear. People want to know where I got it and how they can get their own. Usually, they don’t even ask if I like it. They just … Continue reading →

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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Orange Buffalo (All Consumed)

Posted on 2023-05-08 by tikichris

Finally a new episode after nearly a year. Was it worth the wait? Hosts Neil Davey and Chris Osburn reckon so. Chris is glad to chat about a few recent trips he’s taken while Neil just seems content to enjoy … Continue reading →

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Five Recommendations for Excellent Chinese Food in London

Posted on 2023-02-26 by tikichris

I haven’t written about any restaurant visits in a looooong time. Inspired by a few recent dining experiences, though, I reckon I’ve got some recommendations worth sharing. Not only have I not written about restaurants in a while, I haven’t … Continue reading →

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And Then … Parakeets | 2023 Resolution

Posted on 2023-01-12 by tikichris

My last post was about not having anything to write but deciding to publish a post anyway if only to give myself a chance to exercise my creative muscles and get back into the routine of writing regularly. But as … Continue reading →

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VegfestUK London 2022 | 12-13 November at Olympia Grand

Posted on 2022-11-05 by tikichris

VegfestUK – the UK’s biggest indoor vegan festival – returns for its first ‘in the flesh’ London event since the lockdown period with a two-day festival at Olympia Grand in Kensington. The plant-based party promises a jam-packed calendar of cookery … Continue reading →

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Kofee – Specialty Grade Beans for Espresso

Posted on 2022-09-17 by tikichris

Hey coffee lover, have you tried Kofee? It’s a new UK coffee company using high quality specialty beans to create an exceptionally balanced traditional Italian-style espresso. I recently received a sample of their beans and could not be more pleased … Continue reading →

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Gala Fiesta de la Bulería de Jerez – Flamenco Festival at Sadler’s Wells

Posted on 2022-06-26 by tikichris

After a three-year hiatus, the usually annual Flamenco Festival has returned to Sadler’s Wells. I attended one of the events last night, Gala Fiesta de la Bulería de Jerez. I left the show feeling invigorated, amazed and thoroughly entertained. The … Continue reading →

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World’s Best Steak Menu at Heliot Steak House

Posted on 2022-05-22 by tikichris

At Hippodrome Casino, the stakes might be high for those who choose to gamble. But for those visiting this famous Leicester Square venue and looking for a safer bet, consider trying the highly rated steaks at the casino’s own Heliot … Continue reading →

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New Weekend Brunch Menu at Grand Trunk Road, South Woodford

Posted on 2022-02-05 by tikichris

South Woodford’s wonderful Grand Trunk Road has launched an excellent new weekend brunch menu that’s reasonably priced with a variety of flavoursome dishes and a bottomless drinks option. I’ve raved about Grand Trunk Road before. Back in 2017, when the … Continue reading →

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Colonel Saab, Upscale Indian Dining in Holborn

Posted on 2021-12-19 by tikichris

Any regular reader of this blog should be aware that it ain’t what it used to be. I hardly post restaurant reviews anymore. In fact, I hardly post at all. The reason behind my lack of online activity is because … Continue reading →

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Melitta Momentum X London in the Sky | My Coffee with Melitta

Posted on 2021-09-22 by tikichris

Last Friday morning I had quite the elevated experience as a guest of Melitta UK for the launch of their new luxury line of pour over coffee kit: Melitta Momentum. In addition to marvelling at the gorgeous range of Melitta … Continue reading →

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 Studio Flat in Walthamstow to Rent

Posted on 2021-08-08 by tikichris

A smartly situated, bright and spacious ground floor studio apartment is for available for rent in Walthamstow at a very nice price. The studio is recently refurbished and in pristine condition and includes sole use of the front garden with … Continue reading →

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Sandwiches (All Consumed)

Posted on 2021-03-21 by tikichris

Loads of foodie banter, tales of travel mischief, excellent London food recommendations and lots more filler jammed between two pieces of white loaf: Neil Davey and I are back with a new episode of our podcast All Consumed. The topic … Continue reading →

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London’s Best Vegan Burgers of 2020

Posted on 2020-12-30 by tikichris

Dreaming of Veganuary? Or maybe you’re simple looking to change up your London dining routine and find some alternative eats in the new year? See if this ‘meat lover’s guide’ to vegan burgers helps you find what you’re taste buds … Continue reading →

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Favourite London Restaurants and Takeaways of 2020  

Posted on 2020-12-29 by tikichris

What a year! I managed to eat well, and I hope you did too. Most of my meals came a la me this year, which is something that turned out to be more of a blessing than a curse. I’ve … Continue reading →

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Free Food, Travel and Art Books

Posted on 2020-09-13 by tikichris

I have more than 40 food, travel and art books that I need to get rid of before moving at the end of this month. I’m giving them away on a first come first serve basis.

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Choosing Hotels Near Wembley Stadium

Posted on 2020-05-21 by tikichris

For fans of sports and all sorts of other major events, a visit to Central London must include a trip to the famous Wembley Stadium and the nearby Wembley Arena or the SSE Arena. While the Wembley Stadium is the … Continue reading →

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2020 Vision | Index

Posted on 2020-01-11 by Judith Schrut

Here’s an index to all the posts in Judith Schrut’s 2020 Vision miniseries. Hope you had fun with our brief but spectacular preview of 2020 London’s top cultural treats. Here’s a list with links to all the posts in this miniseries: