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Copas Turkeys and the Art of Christmas

Posted on 2014-10-29 by tikichris

I’ve been a fan of Copas Turkeys for a few years. So when an invitation from the family run farm landed in my inbox to attend “The Art of Christmas” masterclass on preparing and presenting their delicious free range, plucked by hand and game hung turkeys, I RSVPed ASAP. Continue reading →

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Recipe: Surf ‘n’ Turk’ Prawn and Turkey Tacos

Posted on 2014-05-28 by tikichris

Inspired by a recent sit in at a British turkey cooking demo hosted by ace TV chef Phil Vicky, I gleaned a thing or two from him for my own home kitchen creations. I was particularly impressed when he showed his audience how turkey and prawns can be paired together for a really tasty combo. Here’s what I came up with: surf ‘n’ turk’ prawn and turkey tacos. Enjoy! Continue reading →

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Istanbul in an Instant

Posted on 2014-04-11 by tikichris

For my birthday, Kemey and I spent a long weekend in Istanbul. Yes indeed, ya gotta do the Blue Mosque/Hagia Sophia/Basilica Cistern/Topkapi Palace/Grand Bazaar shuffle when you’re there, but there’s so much more to see and do in this massive and dynamic city. Here are just a few of the “other” highlights from our trip. Continue reading →

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Four of This Summer’s Best European Music Festivals (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-04-12 by tikichris

Here comes summer (and not soon enough!). For the young and the youthful among European music fans that means it’s time to party. Heading to Europe this summer and hoping to add an extra dose of fun to your vacation? Check out this four unique music festivals. All four are great value for money too! Continue reading →

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Christmas Feast Ideas?

Posted on 2012-12-02 by tikichris

As I mentioned on the blog yesterday morning, despite the fact that I’ve lived in London for about a decade, 2012 will be the first year that I’ll actually be here on Christmas day. I’m gonna do it up with … Continue reading →

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Wine of the Month: Cave du Château de Chénas, Moulin à Vent 2010

Posted on 2012-11-26 by tikichris

I grabbed a bottle of this Cru du Beaujolais after a bout of consternation and staring blankly at a wall o’ wine at Waitrose. I was trying to find something that would go well with turkey; yep, this was the … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Cilantro Turkey Burgers with Chipotle Ketchup

Posted on 2012-11-24 by tikichris

Still got leftover turkey? I made burgers with the rest of mine. Cilantro turkey burgers to be exact. Search online and you’ll see I’m hardly the first person to come up with this combo. However, it was a moment of … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Adam Gray’s Hot Turkey and Caramelised Onion Tart with Melting Stilton

Posted on 2012-11-23 by tikichris

Leftovers. I’ve got ’em – and that’s awesome! I honestly think I might love nibbling on all my remaining T Day turkey meat as much as I did sitting down to the proper and fresh Thanksgiving roast. Still, coming up … Continue reading →

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Talking Turkey 2012

Posted on 2012-11-21 by tikichris

Big turkey, little oven. That’s how my saturday din-din rolled out. In the end though, my dinner guests had no beef with the bird I served. Phew! As mentioned a couple of days ago, my 2012 Thanksgiving dinner came a … Continue reading →

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Mom’s Thanksgiving Dressing Recipe

Posted on 2012-11-20 by tikichris

Some of y’all might know this dish as stuffing. I guess it’s a regional thing. Growing up in north Georgia, we just called it dressing. Technically the two are the same. Since this recipe doesn’t call for putting the goop … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving Feast 2012

Posted on 2012-11-19 by tikichris

T Day came early for me this year. It’s one of the blessings/curses of being an American abroad. You’re most likely not going to be able to be free during the actual Thanksgiving Thursday or the following Friday. But if … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving in London (CheapOair)

Posted on 2011-11-24 by tikichris

Thanksgiving in London CheapOair, November 24, 2011 Not nearly as ironic as throwing an American Independence Day/4th of July party in England, still the idea of celebrating an American Thanksgiving in London might seem a bit out of place. Nevertheless, with lots … Continue reading →

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Talking ‘First Class’ Turkey for Thanksgiving (Great British Chefs)

Posted on 2011-11-21 by tikichris

Talking ‘First Class’ Turkey for Thanksgiving Great British Chefs, 21 November 2011 Love it or hate it, there’s a good chance you’re going to be tucking into a roasted turkey sometime soon. The mandatory centrepiece for a proper British Yuletide … Continue reading →

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Pure Istanbul (Qype does London)

Posted on 2010-04-07 by tikichris

Beyond the tourist addled cobblestoned warren of Sultanahmet and its checklist attractions corralled by tour buses, alluring and sprawling Istanbul beckons with something for anyone of any budget (or, indeed, for those with no regard for budgets at all). Yes, … Continue reading →