Monthly Archives: September 2011

Singapore’s Best Penang Style Assam Laksa can be Found at Geylang

Singapore’s best and most affordable laksa can be found at a Coffee Shop called Penang Seafood Restaurant at 76 Geylang, at Lorong 25A. It’s just across the road from the Aljunied MRT station. You can get a small bowl for … Continue reading

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Her Grandma was Miss Singapore in 1960

As I was researching about macarons, I stumbled upon gold. A beautiful post by Aliya, a Singapore girl in Perth who writes about her grandma winning the Miss Singapore crown in 1960. The title was Miss Singapore City 1960. The … Continue reading

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Learning about Macarons (the Latest Singapore Food Trend)

I am still quite hazy about what a macaron is and am not able to clearly tell you how it’s different from a biscuit so this is going to be an organic post. As I research I will write down … Continue reading

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3 Singapore Hotels Linked to MRT Stations & Malls

Update 30 Sep 2011: Since I’ve written this post, I have been getting great tips which leads me to suggest you check out Fairmont Singapore which is located above City Hall MRT. This is a good central MRT station as … Continue reading

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Picnics in Singapore & My Confession

I have a confession to make. I have never had a proper picnic (meal outdoors in a picnic basket and fully clothed) in Singapore. As a child I’ve had snacks in my swimsuit on a mat by the shore, mostly … Continue reading

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Cameras and Orchids at Holland Village Market

Very cool vintage camera store here. Loving the polaroids. The windmill at Holland V (that’s what we’ve been calling this area, since we were in school) is iconic. I wish that the whole area would be paved up and closed … Continue reading

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Home by Edward Sharp and the Magnetic Zeros (& Little Alexa on Ellen)

This blog is about Singapore, but I do often feel compelled to talk about things that move me, that come from outside this tiny island. Lately I have been moved by the song Home by Edward Sharp and the Magnetic … Continue reading

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Holland Village: Art, Books and Cards at Holland Shopping Centre

I like the peasant cotton blouses sold at Holland Shopping Centre. This very old mall is quite a nice place to browse, for clothes, shoes, and even art. We came here to escape from the scorching heat. At the first … Continue reading

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Holland Village MRT

I’m loving the new MRT stop at Holland Village.  Parking is always a problem here as it’s a very popular area in Singapore. Can’t wait for the circle or yellow line as I call it, to be functional on 8 … Continue reading

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#87. An MRT Line to the Botanic Gardens & More

I love how as time passes I find more things I can add to my 100 Reasons to be Happy in Singapore list.I can’t wait for 8 October 2011.  That’s when the yellow line of the MRT is extended to … Continue reading

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Dempsey Road: Samy’s Curry for another Yummy Banana Leaf Experience

Been here countless number of times, enticed by the very tasty South Indian curries and the laid back green backdrop. I’d rather have curry in these open surroundings than in an air-conditioned cafe.  I always think, if Singapore’s temperature fell … Continue reading

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Natasha Vlogs from the Singapore Grand Prix

It’s wonderful that I get a feel of what it’s like to attend the Singapore Night Race without having to pay for the tickets or wear ear plugs. Thanks for vlogging Natasha. [youtube]VB4tZPDHpJw&feature=feedu[/youtube]

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Modern Family’s Mistake? – Recasting Baby Lily

I thought the twins who played Baby Lily and who had a legion of fans were so adorable and irreplacable. This is what is on their twitter page right now, as they have been replaced: Retired at age 2 3/4. … Continue reading

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Kirsten Han’s List of 7 Unintentionally Funny Singapore Videos

Kirsten Han has brilliantly written about 7 Singaporean videos which are all unintentionally awkward and comical. Check out Kirsten’s full post at SEA Youth Say So, a wonderful new website by young writers in the region. This one of Ris … Continue reading

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Natasha Vlogs about the F1, Crystal about Ice Cream Sandwiches & Callie gets close to PM Lee

I love vloggers. Especially expat Singapore vloggers like Natasha Bailie who brings us a bit of the F1 (Singapore Grand Prix and only night car race) in her video blog. I’ve never been, but wow those cars are ear bustingly … Continue reading

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HDB Properties in Singapore: What Happens After the 99 Year Lease is Up?

I have always wondered about what happens when you HDB lease is up, and here’s a detailed write-up about it by Alvin on a blog all about Tiong Bahru Estate. It made me wonder what would prompt young people to … Continue reading

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Smiths Fish & Chips at Tanjong Katong Road

Read bad reviews and raves at the food site Hungry Go Where. The raves were by the British expats. I decided to take the word of the expats like Laura, because who would know British cuisine better and be able … Continue reading

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F1 Glamour at Marina Bay Sands: Miss Universe 2011 & Ludicras

When I was in the MRT yesterday, I saw many people of different nationalities, and I think many headed to the F1 races. Heard some Italian as well, and saw a girl with glittery diamond like stuff on her acrylic … Continue reading

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Packet of Tea

I hardly buy drinks take-away as I can make them myself at home or I usually have the drink at the coffee-shop. Today I decided to, just for the photo. I said tea take-away, and the friendly lady corrected me … Continue reading

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Singapore Daily Photo: The 7am Sky

When I was a kid the sun seemed to rise a whole lot earlier. These days it only starts to get bright at 7am as the sun rises. In our history, I believe we set our clocks forward, by half … Continue reading

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Singapore Daily Photo: Art at Bishan MRT

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Cuteness Overload: 2 Year old Eliana Narvaez

I love Vlogs (a video blog). Especially vlogs with cute little munchkins in them and they don’t get any cuter than little Eliana.  When you’re having a bad day, just spend a few minutes in the shoes of a little … Continue reading

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