Monthly Archives: July 2013

Left my Heart in New Zealand

Posted on July 29, 2013 by bookjunkie

Visited New Zealand for the first time recently and felt so overwhelmed by her beauty that I just didn’t know how to start blogging about the trip. Been planning to visit this paradise I’ve heard so much about for more … Continue reading →

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Krispy Kreme will open at Tangs

Posted on July 29, 2013 by bookjunkie

Just read about this on my iphone through the Straits Times. Finally. Have been waiting for ages and since then lost my craving for donuts. Still need to wait till mid October though. The last time I had Krispy Kreme … Continue reading →

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KL Comedy

Posted on July 29, 2013 by bookjunkie

My sister introduced me to these comedians from KL and I immediately loved their show which lucky for me is on YouTube. The duo go by the name Comedy Court and they are just brilliant the way they’ve got the … Continue reading →

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I Have to Quit Hay Day

Posted on July 29, 2013 by bookjunkie

It’s so embarrassing that I keep getting into these phone game addictions. I’m someone who never gambles and don’t see the appeal at all but when the lucky spinning wheel appears in this iPhone game, I get so excited. When … Continue reading →

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Hankering for hawker food

Posted on July 29, 2013 by bookjunkie

I thought I would be one of those Asians who could go to a non Asian country on holiday and not hanker for Asian food after a week, but it turns out that that’s not the case. Guess this is … Continue reading →

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Tsuru-koshi at IMM

Posted on July 24, 2013 by bookjunkie

This is so great. I don’t have to queue for this at the Takashimaya basement any more. A great Japanese food option at IMM and I love the mini udon option for S$4.

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Thanks for the Comments

Posted on July 24, 2013 by bookjunkie

Even though I haven’t been blogging much lately I do check in on comments. It’s always sweet to receive them. So a big thank you to everyone who took the time to leave a thought or a tip about something … Continue reading →

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Nightmarish Crowds at the MRT

Posted on July 17, 2013 by bookjunkie

In Singapore we are constantly yearning for space. This is what we face when we take the MRT at peak hour. Crazy huh?

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Another Visit to Jones The Grocer at ION

Posted on July 17, 2013 by bookjunkie

This was my third visit to this outlet of Jones the Grocer and I love the laid back vibe. It’s at the 4th level next to the bookstore and it never gets too crowded here. Again I tried something I’ve … Continue reading →

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The Providore at Mandarin Gallery

Posted on July 17, 2013 by bookjunkie

It’s always fun to try out brand new places and especially when you have great company. I must say firstly that this place reminds me of Jones the Grocer. It was very pleasant to sit here and chat.  The decor … Continue reading →

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