Monthly Archives: January 2011

Singapore’s Chinatown: Just Before Chinese New Year

I love that it’s been raining and raining. The temperature feels just perfect to me, at around 26 degrees celsius. I wish it could stay like this forever! Although (being too picky now) I would like a little sunshine once … Continue reading

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Trip to JB for Chinese New Year Cheer and No Bak Kwa

Made a short trip across the causeway to Johor Bahru (most Singaporeans just refer to it as JB) in Malaysia and was impressed at the vast improvements in the roads that have been repaved. No more potholes! The nearest mall, … Continue reading

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CNY 2011 At ION, Wisma and Takashimaya, & New Eateries

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Chinese New Year Food Fair at Ngee Ann City (Takashimaya)

It was lively and crowded at Ngee Ann City (where department store Takashimaya is) and you could feel that Chinese New Year’s approaching. The Fair is on till 1 February, so hurry there if you want to buy your cookies … Continue reading

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Osaka Town at Raffles City (Okos)

I was disappointed by the meal at Raffles City too.  Maybe now that I have tasted really high quality Japanese food, I just can’t go back. (A bit like how Italy ruined Italian food for blogger and world traveller, Hart) … Continue reading

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Kyoto Tonkotsu Ramen: Men-ichi at Northpoint

I wanted to enjoy this meal. I really did. But the ramen broth had the strongest taste of bamboo. I ordered the mini tonkotsu ramen. As you know, bamboo is on my list of foods I don’t care for. But … Continue reading

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Chinese New Year 2011: Northpoint – Mall Linked to Yishun MRT

Northpoint is another old mall, but this one has been refurbished. There’s even a Wendy’s here now. The most interesting aspect of the Chinese New Year decorations was the Zodiac chart with fortunes for the year of the rabbit. To … Continue reading

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Sun Plaza in Sembawang

This is a little run down mall in Sembawang with a cheery name – Sun Plaza. No wonder it’s interior is painted yellow. It’s really old and I always worry that I will get stuck in the lift. It’s a … Continue reading

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Amban the Gorilla Walks Upright, Just Like a Human

Read this amazing story on Yahoo Singapore. Amban the british gorilla that walks like a person, is the latest video to go viral. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rvhGpwOxK-I]

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So that Myth About not Using the Phone during a Lightning Storm is true?

Sometimes when I am at home and the rain is coming down heavy outside and you see multiple flashes of lightning seemingly entering through the window, my neurotic self wonders if you could be struck my lightning while indoors. Well … Continue reading

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Joy Dried Mangoes

Dried mango is a sinful snack that I like to indulge it. Thought I’d blog about it, as it’s probably hard to get outside of Asia. I like the Joy brand in particular. My friend E introduced me to this … Continue reading

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Mos Burger at Raffles City

Even though we have Freshness Burger now, I must confess that I still prefer the burgers at good old Mos Burger. The fries are thick and fluffy on the inside too. I always tend to go for the ice Lemon … Continue reading

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Quotes that Speak to My Heart: Inspiration for a Happy Life

The first quote by Leonardo Da Vinci is startling and true. {Image: Mazefall} This second one I needed, to quell that negative voice in my head, and naysayers. {Image: From Up North} And finally to halt the self-induced guilt trips. … Continue reading

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Fairy Tale Dresses

I hardly comment on fashion, but one look at this Spring 2011 collection by Lebanese designer, Elie Saab, prompted me to start a new category.  Another reason is my cousin the Pharmacist who always wanted to work for Vogue. I … Continue reading

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Chinese New Year 2011: Raffles City Shopping Centre

I used to love the Starbucks at this mall as it was cosy and located just where you got off the escalator, from City Hall MRT. It’s now been modified and no longer air-conditioned. It looks a bit too cramped … Continue reading

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Ris Low Never Gives Ups

They say if you want success you keep trying even when you’ve failed before.  After being dethroned Singapore’s infamous Ris Low is trying for the Miss World Crown again and this time she sounds more confident.  Read about it at … Continue reading

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5 Must Read Singapore Blogger Posts

1. This story of a young boy and his siblings who fight for his life chilled me to the bone. It’s just so heartbreakingly, achingly sad. I am glad that Singapore has compassionate young people like blogger Kirsten. 2. She … Continue reading

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#7. Ravishing Raspberries

Raspberries are so lovely with yoghurt or just on their own. I think they are the prettiest of the berries. A lipstick in this shade would be just perfect. It’s a pity they are quite expensive in Singapore at almost … Continue reading

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Singapore Hotels on Tripadvisor’s Best & Worst of 2011 List

Tripadvisor is a site I always check out before booking a hotel. After all, what can beat the combined reviews of guests from all over the world who have actually stayed at the hotel. Tripadvisor has just published their best … Continue reading

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Blogger and Google Sued for 6 Million Ringgit, for Scathing Review of Sabah Restaurant

Oh dear.  That was my first thought when I saw the headlines in the Straits Times. Is this even possible? So free opinions are not allowed?  I was quite dismayed. I too comment on meals in a bid to record … Continue reading

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A Father’s Tribute to His Daughter Zoe

The father happens to be the founder of Ted TV, Chris Anderson, and this is the moving tribute in pictures to his firstborn Zoe who passed away at just 24. I just feel compelled to share the link here. In … Continue reading

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Oprah’s Secret Sister

I was skeptical when I heard about this, but decided to hold my cynicism. Perhaps there are genuine people left. Another thought was how Oprah’s best friend Gayle King feels about all this. Here is what Oprah’s father had to … Continue reading

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