Monthly Archives: February 2012

Marks & Spenser at Parkway: Tempting Candies & Biscuits

Posted on February 29, 2012 by bookjunkie

It’s always so incredibly tempting to browse at the Marks and Spenser Food Hall. I find the toffees and chocolates especially hard to resist. Dying to try these popsicles one day. There was a section for easter with the requisite … Continue reading →

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Funniest Moments at the 2012 Oscars

Posted on February 27, 2012 by bookjunkie

The red carpet would have been boring without this. I love Sacha Baron Cohen. He livened up an otherwise uptight event. And Emma Stone was perky, cute and funny. This was as good as an SNL skit, with Ben Stiller … Continue reading →

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It’s Candy Time: Tohato Strawberry Caramel Corn

Posted on February 25, 2012 by bookjunkie

Spotted the strawberry caramel corn again in Bugis. Anyone tried this yet? I haven’t tried it because I am afraid it’ll be too sweet. I decided to search for reviews on Youtube and I came across this guy who is … Continue reading →

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Central: Japanese Supermarket Treats

Posted on February 25, 2012 by bookjunkie

You can find the sweetest packaging here and it’s especially enticing to girls. Saw some delighted young ladies choosing their treats for the week. Was excited to see Moomin biscuits, having recently fallen in love with these characters in Helsinki … Continue reading →

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Squid at Jules & Crepe at Wimbly Lu

Posted on February 22, 2012 by bookjunkie

Absolutely love the shoe string fries here. The squid that was stir fried in garlic and olive oil was so good. Better and healthier than calamari. I was surprised how good it tasted. I also love the Chicken Parmigiani and … Continue reading →

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My Favourite 2012 iPhone Apps (Free & Paid)

Posted on February 21, 2012 by bookjunkie

There were several apps that I loaded and have since deleted since I hardly touched them. Since I only recently got a smart phone I might change my mind a couple of months from now, but for the moment these … Continue reading →

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Pretty Purple Vacuum Cleaner that Looked like Something out of an Alien Movie

Posted on February 20, 2012 by bookjunkie

Was attracted by this Dyson Vacuum Cleaner that came in jewel tones and which we spotted at Compass Point in Sengkang. Looked very futuristic.

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Valu $ Store: Chocolate from the UK & the US

Posted on February 20, 2012 by bookjunkie

Was agitated by the crowds at Compass Point (I just call it Sengkang Mall). The noise didn’t help. There was an event going on where some local personalities were on the loud speaker trying to sell electronic good like TVs … Continue reading →

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Takashimaya Food Hall: Snacks like Chicken Pao

Posted on February 20, 2012 by bookjunkie

These giant chicken paos were so yummy. Treats like tea, chocolate, biscuits, and even super expensive japanese prawn crackers can all be found at the food hall. Mostly gourmet stuff that cost quite a bit. Even if you don’t buy … Continue reading →

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Takashimaya Food Hall: Best Udon at Tsuru-koshi

Posted on February 20, 2012 by bookjunkie

I like that there’s a mini bowl of Udon at Tsuru-koshi, for just S$4. The regular sized one with an egg that looks so good huh?

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