Tag Archives: cheap

Chocolate Cake at the Coffeeshop

Posted on April 16, 2022 by bookjunkie

Rich and moist chocolate cake that tastes like it’s been steamed rather than baked. A great dessert after Kok Kee Wanton Mee. It’s rare to find this at a coffeeshop that sells hawker food. Only $3.50 at one of the … Continue reading →

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My Fave Japanese Stores in Singapore: #1. Daiso

Posted on March 14, 2022 by bookjunkie

Just love this chain of stores from Japan because it’s affordable where each item is S$2. Some items at Daiso are worth much more (good quality toys, shopping bags or files) and some much less (a single hair clip, unless … Continue reading →

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JB Coffee Shop: Wan Tan Mee

Posted on January 6, 2015 by bookjunkie

The best thing about JB is not the malls but the old style coffee shops. So much more authentic than Singapore and the meals are so yummy and cheap. I still need to update this post with an address but … Continue reading →

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Cider at Ikea

Posted on November 29, 2013 by bookjunkie

Loved the strawberry & lime cider at Ikea. Loveliest scent & aftertaste. It was below 5 bucks and much cheaper than having it at a restaurant where I’ve seen cider marked up and sold for as much as 15 bucks.

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IMM: Best Place for Factory Outlet Shopping in Singapore

Posted on July 14, 2013 by bookjunkie

I used to be very reluctant to go to IMM as I found the place rather dingy. The only reason I had to come here was when Singapore had only one Daiso outlet. IMM has since transformed, with their new … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas from JB, Malaysia

Posted on December 24, 2012 by bookjunkie

Was charmed by the rotating gingerbread man at City Square, the mall nearest Singapore where I like to browse at FOS (Factory Outlet Store) for clothes. There are some good branded buys at sometimes as low as a quarter of … Continue reading →

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Cheap iPhone 5 Covers at Sim Lim

Posted on October 1, 2012 by bookjunkie

I usually hate going to Sim Lim Square, the notorious IT mall with a dizzying array of computer stuff and some thuggish vendors. But this time I brightened up at the prospect of being able to look out for a … Continue reading →

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Queensway Shopping Centre: Cheap Pants Alteration, Curry Chicken & Soccer Jerseys

Posted on September 14, 2012 by bookjunkie

I’m not that fond of coming to Queensway Shopping Centre unless there is a purpose or unless I get to have curry chicken. The curry chicken here is out of this world and requires a whole other post. Queensway as … Continue reading →

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First Thai at 23 Purvis Street: Most Satisfying Meal I’ve Had in a Long While

Posted on June 11, 2012 by bookjunkie

In Singapore, you don’t need to go to a fancy restaurant to get the tastiest food. The best food is often found in coffee shops like First Thai. Actually Purvis Street is quite the eating place, and if you can’t … Continue reading →

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Valu $ Store: Chocolate from the UK & the US

Posted on February 20, 2012 by bookjunkie

Was agitated by the crowds at Compass Point (I just call it Sengkang Mall). The noise didn’t help. There was an event going on where some local personalities were on the loud speaker trying to sell electronic good like TVs … Continue reading →

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Nanairo: 2 Dollar Store at Liang Court

Posted on January 17, 2012 by bookjunkie

Nanairo at Liang Court, is another Japanese store like Daiso, where everything goes for just S$2. Some of the products are really good quality like winter gloves that I spotted in pretty colours. Didn’t get a photo though.

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Factory Outlet Stores in Singapore

Posted on December 30, 2011 by bookjunkie

Update July 2013: The revamped IMM is my top choice at the moment. What I wrote previously: Forget about Johor Premium Outlets which needs to get it’s act together if they want business to continue. Prices are just way too … Continue reading →

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Changi City Point: The New Mall opposite Expo MRT & My Directory Picks

Posted on December 26, 2011 by bookjunkie

Changi City Point is developed by the same group that came up with the very popular Centre Point in town.  Many would come here for the outlet stores including some very firsts (like Payless which sells cheap shoes arranged neatly … Continue reading →

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Helsinki: Food I Liked

Posted on December 4, 2011 by bookjunkie

One of the best meals I had in Helsinki was when I was leaving and it was in the Airport. I must say the Helsinki Airport is pretty sweet. Nice and not too crowded too. During this peak holiday period … Continue reading →

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Rochor Centre: Halloween Stuff & Speciality Wholesale Shops

Posted on October 3, 2011 by bookjunkie

This is one place I don’t enjoy coming to (has a bit of a gritty vibe, like Sim Lim Square and hot like a sauna with no escalators), but since I was tagging along, I decided to whip out my … Continue reading →

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Older Visit to Wheelock Place & ION in April

Posted on September 13, 2011 by bookjunkie

These photos are from April when I was so caught up with Election fever that I couldn’t bring myself to blog about anything else. Tell me if notice any changes since then, as Singapore evolves as such a rapid pace. … Continue reading →

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See Dr Chee Dance, & you don’t need a Big Budget for a Fun Event

Posted on April 23, 2011 by bookjunkie

I am an introvert and totally not a party person, but when I saw this video on YouTube it brought a smile to my face. It was quite heartwarming to see a party with a kampong theme. I have never … Continue reading →

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Lynda Carter is Magic and I am So Disappointed by the New Wonder Woman Poster with Adrianne Palicki

Posted on March 21, 2011 by bookjunkie

What was David E Kelley thinking when he cast Adrianne? Is she really a great actress? And why have pants if the costume looks more uncomfortable and sluttier than the 70’s version. Lynda Carter who will turn 60 in July … Continue reading →

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Ice Kosong

Posted on February 16, 2011 by bookjunkie

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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Shopping in Vietnam: A List of 11 Things

Posted on February 10, 2011 by bookjunkie

I am not much of a shopaholic, but most of my family members are, so this is a list of things you can get in Vietnam. To me the best souvenirs are my photos and memories. I would be devastated … Continue reading →

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Sun Plaza in Sembawang

Posted on January 29, 2011 by bookjunkie

This is a little run down mall in Sembawang with a cheery name – Sun Plaza. No wonder it’s interior is painted yellow. It’s really old and I always worry that I will get stuck in the lift. It’s a … Continue reading →

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Cheap, Light and Tasty Lunch at Chinatown Market: Chee Cheong Fun

Posted on January 5, 2011 by bookjunkie

The best Chee Cheong Fun I ever had was in Penang. It was packed with intense flavour and practically melted in my mouth.  I don’t know how else to describe it, although I don’t think I’m doing a very good … Continue reading →

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