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Now at tikichris.wordpress.com

2011-04-01T15:47:00.000Z

Hi. I’ve decided to consolidate my personal blogging activities and have started a wordpress blog, tikichris.wordpress.com. Anything that I might have posted here at ontoLondon will now be posted there. Same goes for content that I might have published at ontoTravel or The Adventures of Tiki Chris: it will now be posted on the new site. I'm not doing away with these old sites - just not actively posting on them anymore. Indeed, I may find some need to publish content through them in the future.

To be sure, there will be plenty of London related content on the new blog. And for the time being, I intend to carry on my London Daily Photo series on that site. For off-the-cuff mobile blogging, I’m keeping my Tumblr blog, tikichris-to-go. If you haven’t checked it out yet. I hope you will, I have a lot of fun with it.

Thanks so much to regular followers of this blog. It means a great deal to me to have had you “tuning in” these past few years. I look forward to continuing the journey with you!

Sincerely,
Chris
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Don't forget! London is a River Town.

2011-03-21T22:54:00.001Z

Searching the web for some city breaks options and think you might settle on a trip to London? You could certainly do worse! It's a dynamic place teeming with culture, attractions, brilliant pubs and restaurants, and some of the best nightlife in the world. And should the weather be kind when you visit, an especially splendid option for a refreshing take on one of the world's most iconic cityscapes is to hit the river!

As with so many great cities, London's fascinating history and prosperity are tied intrinsically to its riverside setting. Without its fortuitous location along the Thames, London would probably never have grown beyond the size of its origins as a Roman outpost to the sprawling metropolis it is today. Indeed, there may have never even been a reason for the Romans to set up camp in the first place.

Today London yields a variety of options for exploring the Thames by boat. From public transport (the Thames Clipper offers a fairly affordable and really comfortable way to travel the river) to splashing good times on inflatable RIB boats and relaxing luxury cruises, there's something for every budget and expectation. London by river is excellent for getting some distance from the hustle and bustle while still getting to check it all out – it's super for getting cool photos too.

So if the chance presents itself for a ride on the river, go for it. The engineering marvel of the Thames Barrier, St Paul's Cathedral, a truly unique view of a host of bridges … there's plenty to see!

London Daily Photo: G'Night!

2009-01-31T15:27:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: G'Night!
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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London Daily Photo: Exits 6-7

2009-01-30T15:58:00.001Z

London Daily Photo: Exits 6-7
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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London Daily Photo: Downtime

2009-01-29T16:01:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Downtime
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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London Daily Photo: This Shutter Shall

2009-01-28T15:34:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: This Shutter Shall
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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London Daily Photo: In Passing

2009-01-27T15:49:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: In Passing
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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London Daily Photo: 5 Savile Row

2009-01-26T15:51:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: 5 Savile Row
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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London Daily Photo: Clerkenwell Road

2009-01-25T15:21:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Clerkenwell Road
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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Londonist Behind The Lens: Chris Osburn AKA Tiki Chris

2009-01-25T13:28:00.001Z

Hey! That's me! Very cool, but I'm gonna make you visit the actual Londonist post to see the shots.

Londonist Behind The Lens: Chris Osburn AKA Tiki Chris
By Londonist
Londonist
January 24, 2009

London is (or at least often can be) such a photogenic place. There's just something about it. I mean, for the most part, it's not incredibly beautiful … not like Paris or Barcelona anyway. Nor is London terribly stunning; you really can't compare it to the vertical awe of Manhattan or the mind boggling expanse of, say, Shanghai. However, the story London tells through its streets, landmarks and faces (oh the faces in this town!) is as compelling as any I've ever experienced. The story is one of weathering crises with resolve and engaging the world on its own terms. Through my photography, I hope to share that story with the viewer. Sometimes I think I come close to succeeding.

Read the complete Londonist Behind The Lens post and see the photos at Londonist.

London Daily Photo: A Good Slam

2009-01-24T15:35:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: A Good Slam
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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London Daily Photo: Public Space Improvements

2009-01-23T16:13:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Public Space Improvements
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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London Daily Photo: What Was

2009-01-22T15:33:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: What Was
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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London Daily Photo: Lords

2009-01-21T16:02:00.001Z

London Daily Photo: Lords
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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London Daily Photo: Chapel Market

2009-01-20T15:19:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Chapel Market
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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London Daily Photo: Cup in Hand

2009-01-19T15:28:00.001Z

London Daily Photo: Cup in Hand
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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London Daily Photo: When will it End?

2009-01-18T15:56:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: When will it End?
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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Furries Invade London

2009-01-17T18:27:00.004Z

Here's something you don't get to gawk at everyday.

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London Daily Photo: Pink and Black

2009-01-17T15:54:00.001Z

London Daily Photo: Pink and Black
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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Sickboy: Stay Free (Whitehot Magazine of Contemporary Art)

2009-01-16T16:15:00.000Z

One more Sickboy article. Here's a link to some more stuff I wrote about his Stay Free show.

Sickboy: Stay Free
Chris Osburn
Whitehot Magazine of Contemporary Art
January 2009

Not content to simply wow exhibition goers with a retrospective of his best street and studio work, prolific London graffiti artist, Sickboy (whom we interviewed back in February 08), saw his recent solo show, Stay Free, as an opportunity to give something back to his fans in the way of offering his massive Stay Free Factory installation as a prize to one lucky exhibition visitor. During the December 4th through 10th run of the Stay Free exhibition, a thousand golden keys were released to the exhibition visitors with the person whose key fit the lock becoming the new owner of the Stay Free Factory (worth an estimated £20,000).

See more pics and read the complete Sickboy: Stay Free review at Whitehot Magazine of Contemporary Art.

London Daily Photo: Not Amused

2009-01-16T15:53:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Not Amused
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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Vodka with a View (Londonist)

2009-01-15T14:43:00.000Z

Vodka with a View
Chris Osburn, Food & Drink Editor
Londonist
January 15, 2009

Located on the terrace at Plateau Restaurant, the Smirnoff Black Winter Ice Lounge is a covered outside bar with thick faux fur blankies for cuddly nights out under the stars (and skyscrapers).

Read the complete Vodka with a View review at Londonist.

London Daily Photo: Daily Grind

2009-01-15T11:31:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Daily Grind
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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Best Cat Sitter in London!

2009-01-15T10:36:00.006Z

Yep, I know her and would be happy to recommend her to anyone in need of a kind, thoughtful, smart cat sitter who charges reasonable rates.

I'm a bit of a crank when it comes to people staying in my flat and don't like the idea of just anyone looking after my kitties. My wife's even more of a zealot when it comes to keeping a tidy home and with respect to the well being of our pets, she expects the utmost care. We both hold our cat sitter in the highest regard.

She even texts photos of our cats to us and sends us regular updates about how everything's going.

Contact me if you'd like to get in touch with London's most awesome-est cat sitter.

London Daily Photo: Escape to Street Do Not Obstruct

2009-01-14T15:37:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Escape to Street Do Not Obstruct
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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London Daily Photo: Covered

2009-01-13T15:30:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Covered
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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London Daily Photo: Undershaft

2009-01-12T15:22:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Undershaft
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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Basement Barbers at Exmouth Market (Qype does London)

2009-01-12T00:32:00.000Z

Basement Barbers at Exmouth Market
Chris Osburn
Qype does London
January 12th 2009

Having just posted a glowing review of Basement Barbers on Qype, I figured I’d take advantage of the Qype does London blog to rave about this Exmouth Market gem a little more.

Read the complete Basement Barbers at Exmouth Market post at Qype does London.

London Daily Photo: Execution

2009-01-11T15:26:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Execution
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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London, I’m Coming Home (Qype does London)

2009-01-11T02:01:00.003Z

London, I’m Coming Home
Chris Osburn
Qype does London
January 11th 2009

I’m sitting here at Hartsfield International Airport (ick) in Atlanta waiting for my flight back to Heathrow (double ick). Despite the prospect of an especially sinister case of jetlag and an ever increasing pile of work waiting to gang up on me across The Pond, I’m more than ready to return. Three weeks is a long time to be away. I miss my wife, my kitties, my daily routine and the city I call home.

Read the complete London, I’m Coming Home post at Qype does London.

London Daily Photo: Liverpool Street Station

2009-01-10T15:59:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Liverpool Street Station
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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London Daily Photo: Zap

2009-01-09T15:25:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Zap
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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London Daily Photo: Span

2009-01-08T15:23:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Span
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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Pub Quiz Winner! (Qype does London)

2009-01-07T09:54:00.000Z

Pub Quiz Winner!
Chris Osburn
Qype does London
January 7th 2009

To be honest, this was my first pub quiz, something I’ve always associated with London. Maybe they used to have them back when I lived here, but I don’t remember ever hearing about pub quizzes then or on any past visits. Anyway, our team won ...

Read the complete Pub Quiz Winner! post at Qype does London.

London Daily Photo: GRIT

2009-01-07T04:04:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: GRIT
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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Zebedee! (Qype does London)

2009-01-06T18:20:00.003Z

Zebedee!
Chris Osburn
Qype does London
January 6th 2009

Who needs fancy-schmancy Westfield or stodgy Harrods when ya got … ZEBEDEE? I mean, where else can one acquire nipple tassels and novelty ashtrays as well as a variety of cheap ...

Read the complete Zebedee! post at Qype does London.

London Daily Photo: Over Baked Jacket Potatoes Trailer in Streaming Sunlight

2009-01-06T15:38:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Over Baked Jacket Potatoes Trailer in Streaming Sunlight
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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London Daily Photo: Trades

2009-01-05T15:32:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Trades
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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London Daily Photo: Framed

2009-01-04T16:00:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Framed
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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I Like Bodean's But ... (Qype does London)

2009-01-04T00:28:00.000Z

I Like Bodean’s But …
Chris Osburn
Qype does London
January 3rd 2009

Don’t get me wrong; I like BoDean’s (especially their wings). But they could learn a thing or twelve from world famous master of the pit, Big Bob Gibson. As I said in my last post ...

Read the complete I Like Bodean’s But … at Qype does London.

London Daily Photo: The Old Bill

2009-01-03T15:50:00.001Z

London Daily Photo: The Old Bill
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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“London Style” Fish & Chips in Chattanooga, Tennessee (Qype does London)

2009-01-02T23:22:00.000Z

“London Style” Fish & Chips in Chattanooga, Tennessee
Chris Osburn
Qype does London
January 2nd 2009

Driving around Chattanooga, Tennessee the other day I happened upon the above pictured van advertising Tugboat “London Style” Fish & Chips. I thought all you folks back in the UK would get a kick out of it.

Read the complete “London Style” Fish & Chips in Chattanooga, Tennessee post at Qype does London.

London Daily Photo: Christmas Discard

2009-01-02T15:15:00.002Z

London Daily Photo: Christmas Discard
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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London Daily Photo: Open

2009-01-01T16:05:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Open
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2009
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London Daily Photo: Peace on Earth

2008-12-31T05:04:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Peace on Earth
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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What was for Lunch in 2008 (Londonist)

2008-12-31T00:43:00.000Z

What was for Lunch in 2008
Chris Osburn, Food & Drink Editor
Londonist
January 31, 2008

How was lunch in 2008? Good, for the most part. Here are a few lessons we're taking away from the last twelve months ...

Read the complete What was for Lunch in 2008 post at Londonist.

London Daily Photo: And a Zappy New Year

2008-12-30T05:06:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: And a Zappy New Year
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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London Daily Photo: Festive Bulbs

2008-12-29T05:23:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Festive Bulbs
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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London Daily Photo: Starlight

2008-12-28T05:10:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Starlight
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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London Daily Photo: Freddie Christmas

2008-12-27T05:19:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Freddie Christmas
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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London Daily Photo: Boxing Day

2008-12-26T05:00:00.001Z

London Daily Photo: Boxing Day
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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London Daily Photo: Merry Christmas

2008-12-25T04:57:00.001Z

London Daily Photo: Merry Christmas
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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London Daily Photo: Mount Pleasant Tree Trimming

2008-12-24T05:26:00.001Z

London Daily Photo: Mount Pleasant Tree Trimming
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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What’s for Lunch? Paolina’s (Londonist)

2008-12-23T14:49:00.004Z

What’s for Lunch? Paolina’s
by Chris Osburn, Food & Drink Editor
Londonist
December 23, 2008

The endearingly cartoonish plaque on the endearingly wood panelled wall (just above the “5 EASY STEPS AT PAOLINA” instructions) at this quaint King’s Cross eatery reads “Voted Best Thai Café in the World!” By whom? We dunno, but probably by some sensible folks that like homey food served in a welcoming setting.

Read the complete What’s for Lunch? Paolina’s review at Londonist.

London Daily Photo: Christmas Trees on Whitecross Street

2008-12-23T05:30:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Christmas Trees on Whitecross Street
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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London Daily Photo: Shiny Red Balls and Glowing Blue Lights

2008-12-22T05:34:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Shiny Red Balls and Glowing Blue Lights
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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London Daily Photo: Truck o' Trees

2008-12-21T01:27:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Truck o' Trees
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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Sweet Toof and Martin Lea Brown at Sartorial Contemporary Art

2008-12-20T18:08:00.003Z

Double-Bill Sweet Toof/Martin Lea Brown Exhibition at Sartorial Contemporary Art
Chris Osburn
Londonist
December 19, 2008

Both [Sweet Toof and Martin Lea Brown] have the uncanny ability to juxtapose images of violence, illegality and desperation with vivid colours and an exuberance too often avoided in contemporary art (at least in this town). The results provide viewers with an opportunity to ponder societal anxiety and the fragility of cultural norms at a time when such topics truly resonate. In other words, this is cool shit that’s worth ogling. Very zeitgeist-y!

Read the complete Sweet Toof/Martin Lea Brown review at Londonist.

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Sweet Toof & Martin Lea Brown: Double Billing at Sartorial Contemporary Art
Photography by Chris Osburn, London Correspondent
Juxtapoz
Saturday, 20 December 2008

More on Sweet Toof & Martin Lea Brown's double billing at Sartorial Contemporary Art at www.sartorialart.com

See all the Sweet Toof & Martin Lea Brown photos at Juxtapoz.

London Daily Photo: Thai Resto Tree Trimming

2008-12-20T01:19:00.001Z

London Daily Photo: Thai Resto Tree Trimming
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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London Daily Photo: Slow Half Full Santa

2008-12-19T01:14:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Slow Half Full Santa
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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London Daily Photo: Tis the Season/Where's the Humanity?

2008-12-18T01:08:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Tis the Season/Where's the Humanity?
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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Westfield Gawking (Qype does London)

2008-12-18T00:51:00.000Z

Westfield Gawking
Chris Osburn
Qype does London
December 18th

I spent a bit of this afternoon ambling round new mega-retail-mecca, Westfield. The place is massive and, if you’re not one for shopping malls, rather daunting. But as far as people watching goes, it’s gotta be one of London’s top notch spots.

Read the complete Westfield Gawking post at Qype does London.

London Daily Photo: Let Me Be Your Christmas Cracker

2008-12-17T01:01:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Let Me Be Your Christmas Cracker
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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London Daily Photo: Having a Fag

2008-12-16T01:06:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Having a Fag
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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What’s for Lunch? Camden Food Co (Londonist)

2008-12-16T00:41:00.000Z

What’s for Lunch? Camden Food Co
Chris Osburn, Food & Drink Editor
Londonist
December 16, 2008

Blech. We thought we were doing ourselves a favour (or choosing the least harmful of a handful of sorry options) when we slid into Camden Food Co's Liverpool Street Station franchise on the run and desperate for a spot of lunch. But a few bites into our corned beef, cheddar and pickle sandwich (for only £2.89) and we knew we were no better off than if ...

Read the complete What’s for Lunch? Camden Food Co review at Londonist.

London Daily Photo: Now Serving Mulled Wine

2008-12-15T01:13:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Now Serving Mulled Wine
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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London Daily Photo: Covent Garden Fa La La

2008-12-14T01:10:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Covent Garden Fa La La
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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London Daily Photo: Sicilian Avenue Fa La La

2008-12-13T05:14:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Sicilian Avenue Fa La La
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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London Daily Photo: Christmas Wishes from the Bear

2008-12-12T04:34:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Christmas Wishes from the Bear
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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Qype on Ice (Qype does London)

2008-12-12T00:42:00.001Z

Qype on Ice
Chris Osburn
Qype does London
December 12th 2008

Jingle bells and the swish of skates on ice: Qype had a fantastic little skate-n-drinks Christmas party (obviously the drinks part came after the skate part) earlier this week.

Read the complete Qype on Ice post at Qype does London.

London Daily Photo: Chilly Piccadilly

2008-12-11T04:28:00.001Z

London Daily Photo: Chilly Piccadilly
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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Review: “Hark the Herald Angels Blog” London Bloggers Meetup (Londonist)

2008-12-10T10:23:00.001Z

Review: “Hark the Herald Angels Blog” London Bloggers Meetup
Chris Osburn
Londonist
December 10, 2008

For regulars to the (not quite but usually) monthly get-togethers, last night’s mingle session presented much of the same camaraderie as previous ones ... Adding to the the meet ups festive vibe, Robert McIntosh of wine blog, wineconversation.com shared his knowledge (and his wine!) with a free tasting.

Read the complete London Bloggers Meetup review at Londonist.

London Daily Photo: Salvation Army Band on Oxford Street

2008-12-10T04:20:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Salvation Army Band on Oxford Street
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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Sickboy - Stay Free

2008-12-09T14:53:00.004Z

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Stay Free with Street Artist Sickboy (until 10th December)
Chris Osburn
Londonist
December 4, 2008

... prolific street artist Sickboy stepped up to the challenge of wowing London’s jaded art mob with his first major solo exhibition- an exhibition that’s as defiant and provocative as it is fun and vibrant.

Read the complete Stay Free with Street Artist Sickboy review at Londonist.

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Photos: Sick Boy's "Stay Free"
Photography by Chris Osburn
Juxtapoz
Tuesday, 09 December 2008

Stay Free is open to the general public through December 10, 2008 at The Tramshed in Shoreditch, London.

See all the Sick Boy's "Stay Free" photos at Juxtapoz.

London Daily Photo: Lovely Sweet Seedless Clems

2008-12-09T04:16:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Lovely Sweet Seedless Clems
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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What’s for Lunch? Kipferl (Londonist)

2008-12-09T00:19:00.000Z

What’s for Lunch? Kipferl
Chris Osburn, Food & Drink Editor
Londonist
December 9, 2008

What a sweet little place that we hope to return to soon! A more than agreeable lunch at Kipferl (London’s only Austrian delicatessen) warmed our already winter-weary hearts with a few of our favourite Alpine treats and tempted our taste buds with a list of homey, Teutonic dishes! We tried the kaesekrainer (pork wurst with cheese inside), three fresh and tasty salads, mustard and rye bread for £6.50 (and have been yodelling its delicious value-for-money virtues since).

Read the complete What’s for Lunch? Kipferl review at Londonist.

London Daily Photo: Heritage Button Sprouts

2008-12-08T04:10:00.001Z

London Daily Photo: Heritage Button Sprouts
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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London Daily Photo: Feeling the Pinch?

2008-12-07T03:54:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Feeling the Pinch?
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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London Daily Photo: Tesco Glow

2008-12-06T03:41:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Tesco Glow
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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Barcelona XL - Spanish Street Art at Smithfield Gallery

2008-12-06T00:06:00.000Z

(P)review: The Best of Barcelona’s Street Artists at Smithfield Gallery
by Chris Osburn
Londonsit
December 2, 2008

Barcelona XL engages the viewer with a variety of wonderful colours and an array of various styles which somehow work together in the same gallery space exceedingly well with no one artist or piece overshadowing the others. This is one exhibition you shouldn’t miss.

Read the complete Barcelona’s Street Artists at Smithfield Gallery review at Londonist.

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Photos: "BCNXL, Barcelona XL: Homage to Catalonia"
Photography by Chris Osburn, London Correspondent
Juxtapoz
Friday, 05 December 2008

"I believe these artists have been inspired by the unique political and social culture of Catalonia, which faced many years of repression during the dictatorship of Franco," explains curator Janspivey.

See all thh Barcelona XL photos at Juxtapoz.

London Daily Photo: Santa Gonna Slap Dat Ass

2008-12-05T03:29:00.001Z

London Daily Photo: Santa Gonna Slap Dat Ass
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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Outsider Tart Yumminess!

2008-12-04T08:59:00.001Z

Yesterday I reported for Londonist about Outsider Tart's delicious baked goods (and by report I mean raved). See below for a link to that post. I'm also happy to confirm that my cats, Marmo and Sandokan, gave Outsider Tart's homey treats their seal of approval.

Walnut Brownie Chunk Cookie Goodness from Outsider Tart
Chris Osburn, Food & Drink Editor
Londonist
December 3, 2008

Happiness is a walnut brownie chunk cookie. Don’t believe us? Here. Have a bite of ours and check out its makers: the “new culinary enterprise” Outsider Tart, a hobby-turned-business for David Lesniak and David Muniz, two American business and life partners who’ve set out to rectify what they saw as a dire situation: that “good wholesome, homemade cupcakes, sweet pies and fresh tarts are pretty hard to come by” here in London.

Read the complete Outsider Tart review at Londonist.

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FYI: Never (ever!) feed sweets - especially chocolate - to cats or dogs. These photos are not meant to suggest that the cats pictured ate any of the food. They didn't (but actually may have got a lick or two in).

London Daily Photo: Giant Floating Snowmen about to Shit All Over Carnaby Street

2008-12-04T03:22:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Giant Floating Snowmen about to Shit All Over Carnaby Street
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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An Evening of Whitley Neill Gin Cocktails (Qype does London)

2008-12-03T08:47:00.000Z

An Evening of Whitley Neill Gin Cocktails
Chris Osburn
Qype does London
December 2nd 2008

Four fantastic bars. One fantastic gin. A crew of appreciative bloggers. Sounds like a crawl! Throw in a few more nice people (including Johnny Neill, creator of Whitley Neill London Dry Gin) and you’ve got the makings for one helluva night. Thanks to Sally Bishop from Relish PR and the kind folks from Whitley Neill as well as some of central London’s finest bartenders for inviting yours truly along to what turned out to be a fun evening of cocktail sampling!

Read the complete An Evening of Whitley Neill Gin Cocktails post at Qype does London.

London Daily Photo: The Merrier

2008-12-03T03:32:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: The Merrier
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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What’s for Lunch? Indali Lounge (Londonist)

2008-12-02T12:51:00.002Z

What’s for Lunch? Indali Lounge
Chris Osburn, Food & Drink Editor
Londonist
December 2, 2008

Upmarket burgers and downmarket burgers. Cheap pizza and bounteous tapas. Last month’s lunching has Londonist longing to lounge and eager for some healthy eats (especially considering the inescapable festive season’s soon to be in full swing)! So, when coming across an Evening Standard article about Indali Lounge, the so-called “healthiest curry house in world,” opening on Baker Street, we thought that’s one for us!

Read the complete What’s for Lunch? Indali Lounge review at Londonist.

ontoLondon: Tis the Season for the Red Cups

2008-12-02T03:19:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Tis the Season for the Red Cups
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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Herakut in London (But Not for Long!)

2008-12-02T01:04:00.002Z

Preview: Herakut Airing Their Dirty Laundry in London
Chris Osburn
Londonist
November 28, 2008

... think darkly witty feminine broad strokes (that’s the Hera contribution) emboldened by the thoughtful and masculine touch ups of Akut.

Read the complete Herakut review at Londonist.

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Photos: Herakut's "Dirty Laundry"
Photography by Chris Osburn, London Correspondent
Juxtapoz
Monday, 01 December 2008

If you can't make it to Convent Garden to see their stunning Dirty Laundry in person, don't worry, we've got all you need in more exhibit photos here.

See all of Herakut's "Dirty Laundry" photos at Juxtapoz.

London Daily Photo: It's Beginning to Look a lot like ...

2008-12-01T03:16:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: It's Beginning to Look a lot like ...
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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Tequila with a Gran View (Qype does London)

2008-12-01T00:34:00.001Z

Tequila with a Gran View
Chris Osburn
Qype does London
December 1st 2008

Created with Admarket's flickrSLiDR. Can't see the above photos? Click here to see them on Flickr.

At Paramount, I was in equal measure blown away by Patrón’s range of tequilas and by the stunning view of London. The staff was kind enough to let me take a few snapshots (I think photography is usually prohibited). Aptly named, Centre Point (just above Tottenham Court Road Tube Station) offers a panorama unlike any other in London. More than the tasty drinks and awesome sights, the best part of the lunch was simply getting to sit and chat with Francisco for much my time. What a gracious guy! His knowledge of tequila (but ability to talk about pretty much anything) made for a most enjoyable conversation. The Gran Patrón Burdeos was, indeed, among the most satisfying drinks to ever touch my lips.

Read the complete Tequila with a Gran View post at Qype does London.

London Daily Photo: Dark Days

2008-11-30T02:30:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Dark Days
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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Brazilian Wine Tasting at Guanabara

2008-11-30T00:49:00.000Z

Just a quick word of thanks (with photos!) to TrustedPlaces community manager, Niamh, for inviting me along to a recent Brazilian wine tasting at Guanabara on Parker Street. My fave wine from the evening was the Miolo Lote 43 2004. I also enjoyed the tasty lil coxinha I grabbed for two quid on my way out! Yummy.

Created with Admarket's flickrSLiDR.

London Daily Photo: St John St

2008-11-29T02:27:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: St John St
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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London Daily Photo: Historic Trail

2008-11-28T02:26:00.001Z

London Daily Photo: Historic Trail
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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London Daily Photo: Harvest

2008-11-27T02:23:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Harvest
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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2008 Thanksgiving in London (sort of) (Qype does London)

2008-11-27T00:36:00.000Z

2008 Thanksgiving in London (sort of)
Chris Osburn
Qype does London
November 27th 2008

Expat American living in London: that’s me. Usually, I’ve made some sort of effort to do something Thanksgiving-y every year I’ve been here … stuff like going out to a nice restaurant (went to Portal last year – no turkey but it was a great meal) for dinner with family and friends or (when it was open) partaking in a sumptuous mound of down home Americana goodness a la (the sadly now defunct) Bubba’s at Spitalfields Market. But this year ...

Read the complete 2008 Thanksgiving in London post at Qype does London.

London Daily Photo: Mates

2008-11-26T02:21:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Mates
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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London Daily Photo: For Dear Life

2008-11-25T02:18:00.001Z

London Daily Photo: For Dear Life
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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What’s for Lunch? Hamburger Union (Londonist)

2008-11-25T01:43:00.000Z

What’s for Lunch? Hamburger Union
Chris Osburn, Food & Drink Editor
Londonist
November 25, 2008

A sandwich board advertising “Union Burger, Chips and Coke £5” pulled us into the Hamburger Union near Angel Tube Station thinking something along the lines of “I’m hungry and I have £5.”

Read the complete What’s for Lunch? Hamburger Union review at Londonist.

London Daily Photo: Skinner Street

2008-11-24T02:16:00.000Z

London Daily Photo: Skinner Street
Photography by Chris Osburn © 2008
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