Tag Archives: Asian

Heavy Meal at Tanglin Mall

Posted on January 6, 2013 by bookjunkie

Had to come back to Chili’s for the tangy pulled pork burgers, but we should not have ordered ribs as well. Yummy, but just way too much food. I must say it was our first time choosing mashed potatoes as … Continue reading →

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Gardens by the Bay: Verandah

Posted on July 9, 2012 by bookjunkie

Ok I think this will be my last post about the new attraction (unless I visit again), and this time about our lunch at Verandah. The tastefully decorated bistro serves Asian cuisine and is very near the entrance of Gardens. … Continue reading →

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The Best Asian Buffet in Town: Penang Buffet at King’s Hotel

Posted on February 14, 2012 by bookjunkie

I have come here quite a number of times as I love the buffet at the Princess Terrace at Copthorne King’s Hotel. Lunch is from 12 – 2.30 pm on weekdays and there were many people from various offices out … Continue reading →

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The Elephant Parade at the Asian Civilization Museum

Posted on January 3, 2012 by bookjunkie

The exhibit that captivated us the most turned out to be the elephants. The elephant that sparkled.

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Girl Loses her Temper (California State University Northridge Library)

Posted on December 10, 2011 by bookjunkie

I wonder if I’m the only one who feels sorry for this girl. I have been in noisy libraries before and it can drive you up the wall. Even noise at home when I am trying to concentrate makes me … Continue reading →

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Modern Family’s Mistake? – Recasting Baby Lily

Posted on September 25, 2011 by bookjunkie

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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Yummiest Nasi Padang at Sabar Menanti II

Posted on August 7, 2011 by bookjunkie

The problem with blogging about food or viewing food blogs is that it makes me so darn hungry. Triggers all those cravings, especially if it’s photos of something I love to eat. Like this wonderful Nasi Padang Lunch at Sebar … Continue reading →

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Another Delicious Nasi Padang Meal at Sabar Menanti

Posted on July 20, 2011 by bookjunkie

My second visit to Sebar Mananti at Kandahar Street. Sebar Menanti means to wait patiently in Malay, but we didn’t have to wait for very long at all. The green chicken korma and the tempeh with french beans and tofu … Continue reading →

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#9. Deliciously Light and Healthy Vietnamese Wrap (Pho Hoa at Rasapura)

Posted on July 19, 2011 by bookjunkie

The girl behind the counter looked like she didn’t want to be there, but the wrap was good. It cost S$5.  I asked for a grilled chicken baugette but she glumly said “Don’t Have”. Oh well. Liked the sweet and … Continue reading →

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Rasapura: Food Court around the Skating Rink at Marina Bay Sands

Posted on June 15, 2011 by bookjunkie

It’s nice to sit by the huge skating rink (artificial because otherwise it would be freezing). There were many kids skating and some even cried that they were bored, but their parents implored them to carry on since they already … Continue reading →

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