Tag Archives: London blog

London Daily Photo: Building Lasting Relationships

Posted on 2014-07-12 by tikichris

The Promise Foundation is inspired by Promise Campbell, who at the age of twelve benefited greatly through a relationship with a mentor leading her to achieve things far beyond her own expectations. Continue reading →

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Win Dinner for Two and an Overnight Stay at The Tommyfield London Pub

Posted on 2014-07-11 by tikichris

Located just five minutes from London’s Waterloo and owned by Renaissance Pubs, The Tommyfield now fully embraces its coaching inn roots by becoming a luxurious city crash pad as well as a cracking London local. Tempted? Keep reading to find out how to win a free night’s stay plus dinner for two at this ace Kennington pub! Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: A Mentee Listens

Posted on 2014-07-11 by tikichris

The Promise Foundation is inspired by Promise Campbell, who at the age of twelve benefited greatly through a relationship with a mentor leading her to achieve things far beyond her own expectations. The foundation is based at Queens Park Community … Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: A Mentor Recounts Her Experiences

Posted on 2014-07-10 by tikichris

The Promise Foundation is inspired by Promise Campbell, who at the age of twelve benefited greatly through a relationship with a mentor leading her to achieve things far beyond her own expectations. Continue reading →

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Restaurant Review: Granger & Co Clerkenwell

Posted on 2014-07-09 by tikichris

I had a lot of fun during my recent visit to Granger & Co Clerkenwell. Aussie restauranteur Bill Granger’s latest restaurant in a selective global portfolio – which includes a well established eatery in Notting Hill along with outlets in Sydney, Tokyo, and Hawaii – features a playfully palate pleasing menu served in a comfortable and lavishly spacious dining room. Here are a few highlights from my dinner. Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: A Mentor and Mentee Share a Laugh

Posted on 2014-07-09 by tikichris

The Promise Foundation is inspired by Promise Campbell, who at the age of twelve benefited greatly through a relationship with a mentor leading her to achieve things far beyond her own expectations. Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: Jump!

Posted on 2014-07-08 by tikichris

The Promise Foundation is inspired by Promise Campbell, who at the age of twelve benefited greatly through a relationship with a mentor leading her to achieve things far beyond her own expectations. Continue reading →

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Tour de France: Cambridge to London with Bonne Maman

Posted on 2014-07-08 by tikichris

I would like to say a massive merci beaucoup to the friendly folks from Bonne Maman for offering me the amazing opportunity to ride along with the Tour de France in the Bonne Maman procession vehicle yesterday from Cambridge to London. It was super cool checking out the Tour’s Village at Parker’s Piece in Cambridge and taking a behind the scenes snoop of all the goings-on and preparations before the race began. And riding in the procession to encounter the tens of thousands of Tour supporters along the way was an absolute thrill. Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: An Artist and Her Self Portrait

Posted on 2014-07-07 by tikichris

The Promise Foundation is inspired by Promise Campbell, who at the age of twelve benefited greatly through a relationship with a mentor leading her to achieve things far beyond her own expectations. Continue reading →

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26 Grains Pop-Up at Old Street Station for the Whole Month of July 2014

Posted on 2014-07-06 by tikichris

Passing through Old Street Station in the morning? Get a free breakfast this Wednesday and Thursday (9 and 10 July) from the 26 Grains porridge pop-up when you mention this blog. Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: A Mentor Shares His Perspective

Posted on 2014-07-06 by tikichris

The Promise Foundation is inspired by Promise Campbell, who at the age of twelve benefited greatly through a relationship with a mentor leading her to achieve things far beyond her own expectations. Continue reading →

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Good Stuff – Imbibe Live Edition

Posted on 2014-07-06 by tikichris

Good Stuff and lots of it! Here’s the low down on some fine things to see, sip or savour – all of which I’ve recently come across and thought were worth sharing with you … and in this case mostly to sip all from my meander round this year’s Imbibe Live – the “innovative and interactive annual exhibition for anyone who sources, buys or serves drinks in the licensed on-trade.” Enjoy. Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: A Mentee Contemplates His Future

Posted on 2014-07-05 by tikichris

The Promise Foundation is inspired by Promise Campbell, who at the age of twelve benefited greatly through a relationship with a mentor leading her to achieve things far beyond her own expectations. The foundation is based at Queens Park Community … Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: Warm Smiles

Posted on 2014-07-04 by tikichris

The Promise Foundation is inspired by Promise Campbell, who at the age of twelve benefited greatly through a relationship with a mentor leading her to achieve things far beyond her own expectations. Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: Coordinating Promise

Posted on 2014-07-03 by tikichris

The Promise Foundation is inspired by Promise Campbell, who at the age of twelve benefited greatly through a relationship with a mentor leading her to achieve things far beyond her own expectations. Continue reading →

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Rachel Khoo and the Patisserie of Steam at Miele Gallery, Regent Street

Posted on 2014-07-02 by tikichris

Open now until 4 July at the Miele Gallery, Regent Street is a “Steam Patisserie” pop-up featuring treats by TV pastry chef Rachel Khoo made using Miele Combination Steam Appliance including the world’s first ever Doreo, an “exciting dessert hybrid of a doughnut and “the crumbly classic American cookie.” Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: Promise Foundation’s Josephine Campbell

Posted on 2014-07-02 by tikichris

The Promise Foundation is inspired by Promise Campbell, who at the age of twelve benefited greatly through a relationship with a mentor leading her to achieve things far beyond her own expectations. Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: Become a Person of Influence #Yimby

Posted on 2014-07-01 by tikichris

The Promise Foundation is inspired by Promise Campbell, who at the age of twelve benefited greatly through a relationship with a mentor leading her to achieve things far beyond her own expectations. The Promise Foundation is based at Queens Park Community School in North London where Promise attended school when she was a student. Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: Overkill

Posted on 2014-06-30 by tikichris
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London Daily Photo + The Promise Foundation #Yimby

Posted on 2014-06-30 by tikichris

For my July batch of London Daily Photos, I’ve focused my lens on the good work of the Promise Foundation, a charity with the aim of providing support through mentoring to young people at a time in their lives when their decisions can have long-term effects on their future. Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: Wood Street Indoor …

Posted on 2014-06-29 by tikichris
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London Daily Photo: Monster Time

Posted on 2014-06-28 by tikichris
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London Daily Photo: £2.50

Posted on 2014-06-27 by tikichris
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London Daily Photo: Rise/Set

Posted on 2014-06-26 by tikichris
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London Daily Photo: London Fields

Posted on 2014-06-25 by tikichris
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London Daily Photo: Ladyeve Ltd

Posted on 2014-06-24 by tikichris
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London Daily Photo: Round and Round

Posted on 2014-06-23 by tikichris
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London Daily Photo: Skelter

Posted on 2014-06-22 by tikichris
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Good Stuff

Posted on 2014-06-21 by tikichris

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

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London Daily Photo: Lea Bridge Road Swathed in Golden Light

Posted on 2014-06-21 by tikichris
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London Daily Photo: Back Out

Posted on 2014-06-20 by tikichris
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Experiencing the World Cup in London (OneTravel)

Posted on 2014-06-19 by tikichris

Okay. The World Cup is on! And, save a vacation in Brasil, every sporty London is as excellent a place to experience the footie action as anywhere. It’s also a city that likes to take the spirit of these global … Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: New North Road

Posted on 2014-06-19 by tikichris
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#CookBrazil Feast with Tilda Limited Edition Brazilian Samba Rice

Posted on 2014-06-18 by tikichris

Talk about a foodie dream team! London based Brazilian food blogger Rosana McPhee and 2010 MasterChef winner Dhruv Baker collaborated last night on a Brazil themed feast hosted by supper club extraordinaire Luiz Hara and in celebration of the launch of Tilda brand’s Limited Edition Brazilian Samba Rice. Continue reading →

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London Daily Photo: 2SE

Posted on 2014-06-18 by tikichris
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