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Larder: A Curated Delicatessen & Bakery | Cleveland Talks | #TCTalks Episode 44

This episode of the tikichris Talks miniseries – Cleveland Talks –  features an interview with Jeremy Umansky, one of the owners of Larder, a “curated delicatessen and bakery” in Cleveland’s Hingetown neighbourhood. Continue reading

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Cleveland Talks | #TCTalks Episode 43

Here’s an introduction to Cleveland Talks, a podcast miniseries featuring conversations with independent business owners in Cleveland, Ohio about their hometown and why they adore it so much. Continue reading

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Cleveland Talks | #TCTalks Episode 43

Here’s an introduction to Cleveland Talks, a podcast miniseries featuring conversations with independent business owners in Cleveland, Ohio about their hometown and why they adore it so much. Continue reading

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Eine: Everything Starts Somewhere | #TCTalks Episode 42

Episode 42 of tikichris Talks features an interview with street artist Ben Eine. More widely known simply as Eine, the Southeast London born artist has found international success and garnered quite a fan base for his large-scale block letter paintings. Continue reading

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Eine: Everything Starts Somewhere | #TCTalks Episode 42

Episode 42 of tikichris Talks features an interview with street artist Ben Eine. More widely known simply as Eine, the Southeast London born artist has found international success and garnered quite a fan base for his large-scale block letter paintings. Continue reading

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Passyunk Avenue: A Taste of Philadelphia in London | #TCTalks Episode 41

For episode 41 of tikichris Talks, I chat with JP Teti, owner of Passyunk Avenue, a South Philly style bar in Fitzrovia. With the Philadelphia Eagles set to play against the Jacksonville Jaguars this weekend at Wembley Stadium, I thought now would be a great time to head over to Passyunk for a cheesesteak and conversation with JP. Continue reading

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Passyunk Avenue: A Taste of Philadelphia in London | #TCTalks Episode 41

For episode 41 of tikichris Talks, I chat with JP Teti, owner of Passyunk Avenue, a South Philly style bar in Fitzrovia. With the Philadelphia Eagles set to play against the Jacksonville Jaguars this weekend at Wembley Stadium, I thought now would be a great time to head over to Passyunk for a cheesesteak and conversation with JP. Continue reading

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

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

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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Henry Jeffreys about His New Book: The Home Bar | #TCTalks Episode 39

For episode 39 of tikichris Talks, I chat with drinks writer Henry Jeffreys at the celebrated Dukes Bar in St James’s. Henry talks about his new book, The Home Bar, and offers tips on how to create your own bar at home. Continue reading

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Henry Jeffreys about His New Book: The Home Bar | #TCTalks Episode 39

For episode 39 of tikichris Talks, I chat with drinks writer Henry Jeffreys at the celebrated Dukes Bar in St James’s. Henry talks about his new book, The Home Bar, and offers tips on how to create your own bar at home. Continue reading

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Discussing Fact and Fiction with Historian Kevin Duffus | Blackbeard’s Wake | #TCTalks Episode 38

Another tie in with the Blackbeard’s Wake miniseries on my blog, Episode 28 of tikichris Talks finds me in conversation with research historian, author and documentary filmmaker Kevin Duffus. Kevin is perhaps best known as an expert on Blackbeard and for his deeply researched attempts to separate fact from fiction as it pertains to the story of this legendary pirate. Continue reading

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Discussing Fact and Fiction with Historian Kevin Duffus | Blackbeard’s Wake | #TCTalks Episode 38

Another tie in with the Blackbeard’s Wake miniseries on my blog, Episode 28 of tikichris Talks finds me in conversation with research historian, author and documentary filmmaker Kevin Duffus. Continue reading

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Ocracoke Historian Philip Howard | Blackbeard’s Wake | #TCTalks Episode 37

Episode 37 of tikichris Talks is a tie in with the Blackbeard’s Wake miniseries on my blog. It features an interview with Ocracoke Island historian, Philip Howard. Philip is the eighth-generation descendant of William Howard – the fourth and last colonial owner of Ocracoke who before that allegedly served as quartermaster for the infamous pirate Blackbeard. Continue reading

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Ocracoke Historian Philip Howard | Blackbeard’s Wake | #TCTalks Episode 37

Episode 37 of tikichris Talks is a tie in with the Blackbeard’s Wake miniseries on my blog. It features an interview with Ocracoke Island historian, Philip Howard. Philip is the eighth-generation descendant of William Howard – the fourth and last colonial owner of Ocracoke who before that allegedly served as quartermaster for the infamous pirate Blackbeard. Continue reading

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Jose Pizarro | All Consumed Episode 3 | #TCTalks Episode 36

For this episode of tikichris Talks I’m sharing the third and episode of All Consumed, a podcast that I coproduce with fellow food, drink and travel writer Neil Davey. It features an in depth discussion with Chef Jose Pizarro. Continue reading

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Jose Pizarro | All Consumed Episode 3 | #TCTalks Episode 36

For this episode of tikichris Talks I’m sharing the third and episode of All Consumed, a podcast that I coproduce with fellow food, drink and travel writer Neil Davey. It features an in depth discussion with Chef Jose Pizarro. Continue reading

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Rum Tasting with Dawn Davies + The Whisky Show News | #TCTalks Episode 35

Episode 35 of tikichris Talks has me dropping by the newly opened Whisky Exchange on Great Portland Street for a lively rum tasting with Dawn Davies, Head Buyer for Speciality Drinks. We chat about why this amber spirit offers excellent value for deep flavour. Dawn and I also talk about The Whisky Show returning to London at the end September for its 10th anniversary. This year for the first time in the show’s history, a selection of fine rums will be available to try alongside more than 600 quality whiskies. Continue reading

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Rum Tasting with Dawn Davies + The Whisky Show News | #TCTalks Episode 35

Episode 35 of tikichris Talks has me dropping by the newly opened Whisky Exchange on Great Portland Street for a lively rum tasting with Dawn Davies, Head Buyer for Speciality Drinks. We chat about why this amber spirit offers excellent value for deep flavour. Dawn and I also talk about The Whisky Show returning to London at the end September for its 10th anniversary. This year for the first time in the show’s history, a selection of fine rums will be available to try alongside more than 600 quality whiskies. Continue reading

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Afroditi Krassa | #TCTalks Episode 34

For episode 34 of tikichris Talks I sit down with hospitality designer Afroditi Krassa for a conversation in her studio about how she got her start in design and her work helping restaurant groups such as Itsu and Dishoom achieve huge success. Continue reading

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Afroditi Krassa | #TCTalks Episode 34

For episode 34 of tikichris Talks I sit down with hospitality designer Afroditi Krassa for a conversation in her studio about how she got her start in design and her work helping restaurant groups such as Itsu and Dishoom achieve huge success. Continue reading

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Christine Smallwood Has an Appetite for Italy | #TCTalks Episode 33

Here’s an interview with author and fellow Italian food lover, Christine Smallwood. During our conversation for episode 33 of tikichris Talks, Christine and I talk about her Appetite for Italy series of books and what makes the country such a fantastic place to eat, drink and explore. Continue reading

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Christine Smallwood Has an Appetite for Italy | #TCTalks Episode 33

Here’s an interview with author and fellow Italian food lover, Christine Smallwood. During our conversation for episode 33 of tikichris Talks, Christine and I talk about her Appetite for Italy series of books and what makes the country such a fantastic place to eat, drink and explore. Continue reading

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Please and Thank You | One Year Anniversary | #TCTalks Episode 32

Hey gang. Welcome to episode 32 of tikichris Talks – which also happens to be my one-year anniversary show. Continue reading

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Please and Thank You | One Year Anniversary | #TCTalks Episode 32

Hey gang. Welcome to episode 32 of tikichris Talks – which also happens to be my one-year anniversary show. Continue reading

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Pom Harrington of Peter Harrington Rare Books | #TCTalks Episode 31

For episode 31 of tikichris Talks, I chat with Pom Harrington, second generation owner of Peter Harrington Rare Books in Chelsea (with another location in Mayfair). During our conversation among the shelves of his Fulham Road bookstore, Pom shares his insight of what makes a book rare and valuable and what’s in his private staff. Continue reading

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Pom Harrington of Peter Harrington Rare Books | #TCTalks Episode 31

For episode 31 of tikichris Talks, I chat with Pom Harrington, second generation owner of Peter Harrington Rare Books in Chelsea (with another location in Mayfair). During our conversation among the shelves of his Fulham Road bookstore, Pom shares his insight of what makes a book rare and valuable and what’s in his private staff. Continue reading

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Director Michael Lehmann on the 30th Anniversary of Heathers | #TCTalks Episode 30

Episode 30 of tikichris Talks features an interview with Michael Lehmann, director of Heathers, on the 30th anniversary of this classic dark comedy from the late 80s and what it was like to work with teen actors Winona Ryder and Christian Slater on a film with breakout roles for both their careers. Continue reading

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Director Michael Lehmann on the 30th Anniversary of Heathers | #TCTalks Episode 30

Episode 30 of tikichris Talks features an interview with Michael Lehmann, director of Heathers, on the 30th anniversary of this classic dark comedy from the late 80s and what it was like to work with teen actors Winona Ryder and Christian Slater on a film with breakout roles for both their careers. Continue reading

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Wine Chap Tom Harrow | #TCTalks Episode 29

Tom Harrow is Director at Honest Grapes, UK Ambassador for Franciacorta, wine writer, host and consultant – and the subject of episode 29 of tikichris Talks. Cheers! Continue reading

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Wine Chap Tom Harrow | #TCTalks Episode 29

Tom Harrow is Director at Honest Grapes, UK Ambassador for Franciacorta, wine writer, host and consultant – and the subject of episode 29 of tikichris Talks. Cheers! Continue reading

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Douglas Blyde | #TCTalks Episode 28

Columnist at ES Magazine, editor of Wine List Confidential, drinks presenter and gastronomy consultant Douglas Blyde sits down for a conversation with me about the good things in life for Episode 28 of tikichris Talks. Continue reading

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Douglas Blyde | #TCTalks Episode 28

Columnist at ES Magazine, editor of Wine List Confidential, drinks presenter and gastronomy consultant Douglas Blyde sits down for a conversation with me about the good things in life for Episode 28 of tikichris Talks. Continue reading

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Supersonic Modern Michael Murphy | #TCTalks Episode 27

Episode 27 of tikichris Talks features an interview with San Francisco-based artist, Michael Murphy. During our conversation, we talk about Modernism, architecture, California and other key elements of Michael’s work. Continue reading

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Supersonic Modern Michael Murphy | #TCTalks Episode 27

Episode 27 of tikichris Talks features an interview with San Francisco-based artist, Michael Murphy. During our conversation, we talk about Modernism, architecture, California and other key elements of Michael’s work. Continue reading

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