Monthly Archives: January 2015

Dining at Star Vista: Itacho Sushi

This place gets popular after office hours. But I found it a bit too claustrophobic being shoved between to other couples. Too close quarters to chat comfortably, even with lowered voices. This is my woe about the Singapore dining scene … Continue reading

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Back to Star Vista

Haven’t been to Star Vista in a while. This time I took the MRT to Bouna Vista station and got a bit lost as I thought it was directly connected to the mall but it was a bit of a walk. … Continue reading

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New Phoon Huat Next to Bouna Vista MRT

I got a bit lost on the way to Rochester Mall (zero sense of direction), but happily came across Phoon Huat, the place which great cooks and bakers like my aunt love to frequent. Even for someone who can’t cook … Continue reading

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New Mall 5mins Away from Lavendar MRT: Asperia

There’s a new mall at Kallang called Asperia, but it’s not a full fledged one, but one that is part of a condo. It seems a good place to live as there is a wide variety of services like supermarkets … Continue reading

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Sights at Singapore’s Chinatown

It’s nice to walk around Chinatown especially before the Chinese New Year period.

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Chinese New Year 2015: Giant Supermarket at Paya Lebar Square

First sightings of supermarkets stocking up for Chinese New Year. I’m always attracted to the intricate red paper cuttings.

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New Mall: Paya Lebar Square

Lately there have been a number of new malls opening in the East of Singapore. Paya Lebar Square is convenient as it’s attached to the Paya Lebar MRT.  Just across this mall you can walk to the Singpost building which also has … Continue reading

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Katong V: New Hotel Mall

Katong V is a quiet small mall connected to a hotel. My kind of mall. A nice place to have tea or coffee perhaps, but I didn’t this time. Just bought a fresh baguette at the bakery called East Manhattan. … Continue reading

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My Favourite Fruits: Durian, Rambutan and Mango

One reason I’m thrilled to live in the tropics is the easy availability of tropical fruits especially durian, rambutan and mango. Saw the intoxicatingly red rambutans while walking past the hawker centre in Chinatown next to the OG Department store. … Continue reading

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Outside People’s Park Complex: Authentic Snacks from China

If I was not already so full from the Sichuan noodles I would have had these snacks which are really good. I especially like the pancake filled with minced pork and really spicy chilli oil.  You can spot the long … Continue reading

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Tried Authentic Sichuan Noodles & Dumplings at Chinatown

Every time I’m in Chinatown near People’s Park I see many Chinese patrons flocking to stalls run by people from China selling authentic Sichuan Noodles at the hawker stall nearby. Been meaning to give it a try, but was afraid … Continue reading

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Filming of Croissant Commercial in Chinatown?

The mine and the actress were brilliant and caught the eye of everyone in Chinatown at that time. My partner thought he saw a Delifrance logo, so is this a pastry commercial for Chinese New Year? We are very curious. … Continue reading

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Chinese New Year 2015: The Goats are Out in Chinatown

First sighting of goats in Chinatown for the New Year. There were sheep too as it’s the year of the goat, sheep or ram. Spotted them pow packets and in the form of plush toys and decorations. Even saw alpacas among … Continue reading

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Nantsuttei has Moved to Orchard Central

Nantsuttei has moved to Orchard Central after closing it’s branch at Millennia Walk (the whole place is being revamped). There are other interesting dining options at the higher levels of the OC that I have yet to check out.

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Bugis Street like a Little Bangkok or Tokyo

I used to dread coming to this area. It was cramped and suffocating. claustrophobia inducing for people like me who hate confined spaces with no escape in sight. This time I was pleasantly surprised. No more fake CDs and the … Continue reading

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Buta God Ramen at Changi Airport Terminal 3

Buta God Ramen did not taste as good as when I first had at at Illuma in Bugis. Was keen to try out the Changi Airport Terminal 3 branch but was disappointed. I must add that the chef owner was … Continue reading

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MRT to Changi Airport

I adore the pink MRT seats.

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Paris Baguette Cafe at Changi Airport Terminal 2

Another Cafe option at Changi Airport Terminal 2.

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Krispy Kreme at Changi Airport Terminal 2

You can now satisfy your donut cravings at Changi Airport Terminal 2. Krispy Kreme has a cafe there. I don’t see much difference between this chain and Dunkin Donuts (in Singapore Krispy Kreme is somehow not as good) so you … Continue reading

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Ice Lemon Tea at Mos Burger

The McDonalds Ice Lemon tea tastes horrible these days, as they changed it to the Heaven and Earth Ice Lemon Tea and it doesn’t taste freshly made anymore. Now I only like the one at Mos Burger where they add … Continue reading

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New Warehouse Mall: Big Box Singapore at Jurong

Big Box is huge and spacious, but I’m not that impressed. It seems to be a neater Mustafa but without the personality and I am guessing better prices. Address: 1 Venture Avenue Singapore 608521

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Singapore’s Blue Skies

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