Monthly Archives: February 2011

The Pink Hello Kitty Store at Liang Court: Ringo Ya

Don’t really fancy Hello Kitty, but the pink attracted me.

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Why Racial Harmony Day Annoys Me

In Singapore I am constantly being reminded about my race. It’s there in every official document and form I fill up – my passport, identity card, school report cards and job interview applications. I could go on. It’s just my … Continue reading

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Rody at Liang Court

When I was a child I has a huge rocking horse made of metal.  Kids love rocking horses and I think the Rody is is cute idea for tots.  Saw this at the lovely Japanese kid’s store, Greenberry Loft when … Continue reading

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My Favourite Ramen at Liang Court

Haven’t had the wonderful Marutama Ramen in a long time. I missed the broth and the runny egg. The noodles have a dense texture that I love, but it’s quite a lot and will leave you really full.  Everything’s good … Continue reading

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Trung Nguyen: Vietnamese Iced Coffee at Liang Court

Almost as good as the iced coffee I had in Ho Chi Minh City. The difference is quite subtle, but I thought that coffee in Vietnam was stronger somehow. But that was a different brand – Highlands Coffee. It’s good … Continue reading

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Silver Ang was Adorable and Brilliant in the role of Vyjayanthi

I don’t watch local TV, but I watched the first 3 episodes of the Tamil TV show, Vyjayanthi and captured some screen shots of it to show you. I had to watch this moment of cross-cultural television history. I was … Continue reading

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Singaporeans are 4D Crazy & I’m not Talking Special Effects

After the recent budget announcement by the Finance Minister, the most tweeted joke in Social Media was about needing to buy 4D. Every Singaporean knows what 4D or Toto is. More than half the population buys these legal lottery tickets, … Continue reading

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Official Opening: The Party at My Village in Serangoon Gardens

We drove by the cosiest mall ever, My Village at Maju Avenue, but almost didn’t go in because there was no place to park. Lucky thing there was free valet parking. We were there for the Carnival and party. It … Continue reading

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Who’s Afraid of the Parking Attendant?

Suddenly there’s a face at your car window and you’re a bit startled. Don’t worry, this is not a Singapore mugging. The only kind of ‘mugging’ done here is by kids from elite schools, heads buried in text-books. The person … Continue reading

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Le Chocolat Cafe at Boutique Hotel The Club

I have passed by Ann Siang Hill, but never really explored the place.  When I saw this cafe from the car, I yearned to stop. It was so nice to be away from the bustle of town and the malls. … Continue reading

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My Cousin Would Look so Cute in this

My cousin is petite and loves pink.  Thought of her when I saw this at a delightful blog with an equally adorable name, Absolutely Ladylike.  Sophisticated is something that I’m not but wish I was. My cousin on the other … Continue reading

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The Loveliest Idea I’ve Seen in a Long While

Take a peek at what blogger and former graphic designer, Radostina, at 79 Ideas has created.  I marvel at her sense of colour and asthetics.  I just wish I could be even a fraction as creative or discerning.  Just glancing … Continue reading

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#79. Best Air Quality Among Asian Cities

I often gripe that we don’t have great air quality (I’m thinking New Zealand’s pure sweet air that’s been ranked number 1) especially during the months of haze. But I changed my mind after visiting Beijing, Bombay and Vietnam I … Continue reading

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Cars in Singapore are Perceived to be the Most Expensive in the World

And it’s true. Here’s a video made by the sister-in-law of Shaycarl of the Shaytards. A lovely vlogging family from Idaho that I have been blogging about. Callie is in Singapore because her husband Dave has a job here. Her … Continue reading

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Leave Bedok Hawker Centre Alone

All hawker centres in Singapore for that matter. Just as I was down about inflation and feeling that the one affordable thing we have left is hawker food, I read about the possible privatisation of hawker centres.  Oh the horror! … Continue reading

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Lovely Ideas on Mocha

Love how this eco friendly blue porcelain cup looks like a paper cup. So pretty. I absolutely adore this cute red memo holder as well. And a bookrest lamp so the spine of your book is preserved when you don’t … Continue reading

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The Widening Income Gap in Singapore is Worrying

Unless you’re rich, you would probably be among the people who are worried about the rising housing prices and the cost of everything else in Singapore.  Retirement does not seem plausible at all, which is why most people struggle in … Continue reading

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Dangerously Sexy: Sports Illustrated Girls in Singapore

I saw an akward photo of a skimpily clad model in a trishaw at 365days2play’s blog and wondered how come I missed any sign of the Sports Illustrated swimsuit shoot. I think most Singaporeans must be wondering the same. I … Continue reading

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Scary: 11 Trapped in Nex Mall Lift for 45 Minutes

This report in the Straits Times scares the heck out of me. I feel so sorry for the people, including the pregnant woman who was trapped. The management should definitely do something about this before someone gets hurt. With my … Continue reading

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Ice Kosong

If you want to save money on drinks while cutting down on sugary sodas, just order an Ice Kosong which costs just 30 cents at any hawker centre. Basically this is boiled water that has been cooled down and ice … Continue reading

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My New Website on a Domain: Singapore Actually

I did not sleep a wink last night, struggling to figure out how the new domain I bought works. I got it from Go Daddy which is listed as being the biggest domain provider around, but I kinda regret it … Continue reading

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