Tag Archives: decor

#15. Simple Joys: Seeing Deepavali Decor in the train

Posted on October 12, 2022 by bookjunkie

Just seeing your upcoming festival being recognised was nice.

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Beautiful Shades

Posted on March 28, 2022 by bookjunkie

I love gazing at lovely shades. Some combinations are just more pleasing and harmonious like the pastels at the revamped MOS burger outlets. I’m partial to certain shades of pink, blue and white.

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Tiong Bahru Bakery: I Came Back to Try the Lemon Curd Tart

Posted on September 26, 2012 by bookjunkie

Been here some time ago but due to a major blog backlog took this long to blog about the experience. What I do love is the proliferation of French cafes in Singapore. What I like best at Tiong Bahru Bakery … Continue reading →

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Giant Grapes at Chinatown (Mid Autumn Festival 2012)

Posted on September 17, 2012 by bookjunkie

We were both thrilled to spot the huge grapes at Chinatown and as we drove through, rows and rows of pastel paper lanterns. I refer to this festive period as the lantern or mooncake festival but it’s officially known as … Continue reading →

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My Second Visit to Brunetti was Disappointing

Posted on August 21, 2012 by bookjunkie

Wish the quality of the food was as good as the decor here. The cannoli was soggy and the filling too sweet. The hot chocolate was too cloying as well, and I prefer my hot chocolate made with real semi … Continue reading →

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Oriole with My Cousin

Posted on June 8, 2012 by bookjunkie

Had a lovely time at Oriole, which is just outside Somerset 313, although I’m afraid the air-conditioning was a bit too cold for my cousin. I on the other hand am a walking furnace so it was just nice for … Continue reading →

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I Checked out the new Franc Franc Furniture Store at Vivo City

Posted on June 2, 2012 by bookjunkie

My first impression of Franc Franc. Wow those are the biggest chairs ever. Wonder what it would be like to sit in one. Probably pretty awesome and I would have that Alice in Wonderland feeling. After looking around I was … Continue reading →

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CNY 2012: VivoCity (& it’s Sad to See PageOne closing)

Posted on January 9, 2012 by bookjunkie

Another mall that’s buzzing with Chinese New Year festivities is VivoCity. There is an exhibition with vendors from China each year. If you need sweets for Chinese New Year, you can’t go wrong with St Michael’s (I know it’s M&S … Continue reading →

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Chinese New Year 2012: Just Outside People’s Park Complex

Posted on January 8, 2012 by bookjunkie

You have to try the snack stalls here. Really authentic stuff from China. Pancakes with spicy pork filling. So good. I always see long queues forming. Another popular stall that we tried the last time. The yummy pacake that reminds … Continue reading →

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Fullerton Bay Hotel: Afternoon Tea

Posted on December 31, 2011 by bookjunkie

I think I’ve just been treated to the best high tea in Singapore.  I used to think it was Rose Veranda.  The company must have made for a good experience as well. The ambience at the Landing Point at Fullerton … Continue reading →

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Liang Court Christmas 2011

Posted on December 12, 2011 by bookjunkie

This year’s red nosed reindeer theme is pretty creative. Also saw these cool remote control operated balloon thingy that kids will be fascinated with. And I yearn to be able to read Japanese. Love the quality of their books. I … Continue reading →

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Pink Christmas at Orchard Central

Posted on December 9, 2011 by bookjunkie

From this angle you can see how steep and high the Orchard Central escalator is. Goes up 3 levels. Seems like they are trying to call the place OC.  But OC makes me think of that show about teenagers in … Continue reading →

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Shangri-la Hotel

Posted on November 15, 2011 by bookjunkie

To me Shangri-la Hotel kinda feels like home, because we used to organize several conferences here and I even stayed in the hotel once.  As a teen I always dreamt of working in a hotel as it seems so glamourous, … Continue reading →

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Swedish Christmas at Ikea

Posted on November 8, 2011 by bookjunkie

Have always loved the Christmas displays and products at Ikea. A handcrafted Dala horse straw goat had us captivated. A heart shaped straw wreath in my favourite shade of red. Contrasts well with the natural coloured straw one. If you … Continue reading →

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Wimbly Lu: The Pretty Little Chocolate Cafe at Jalan Riang

Posted on November 4, 2011 by bookjunkie

The brownies at Wimbly Lu are moist and rich. Be sure to share them. The fresh cream that comes with this brownie instead of the usual ice cream is a nice change. Isn’t the polka dotted plate so whimsical too. … Continue reading →

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Wimbly Lu at Jalan Riang – Gem of a Cafe decorated for Halloween

Posted on October 15, 2011 by bookjunkie

Wimbly Lu.  Sounds like a character from a Roald Dahl book, but it’s actually a combination of the owners’ names. Yet another gem of a place, recently discovered, all because of my favourite 2 dollar local magazine, 8 Days. It’s … Continue reading →

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Famous Islamic Restaurant at North Bridge Road

Posted on October 13, 2011 by bookjunkie

I have been wanting to try this Briyani for quite some time. I was slightly disappointed as my expectations were high. To state it point blank, the Briyani at Yakadar which is a little stall at Tekka market, blows this … Continue reading →

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A Melbourne Italian Cafe in Singapore: Brunetti at Tanglin Mall

Posted on October 11, 2011 by bookjunkie

Brunetti is a famous coffee joint in Melbourne and I’m glad there are in Singapore now. It’s so refreshing to come across a new coffee place practically every few weeks. Perhaps I am not so much in the know, and … Continue reading →

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Halloween Decorations at Tanglin Mall’s Supermarket

Posted on October 10, 2011 by bookjunkie

These are the coolest decorations I have seen by far. Especially the fake blood in the fake IV drip. I’m imagining the syrup within must be sickly sweet. Loads of creepy sweets. Another cool one was the body parts sushi … Continue reading →

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Little India Deepavali Decorations 2011

Posted on October 10, 2011 by bookjunkie

Haven’t yet seen the street lights at Little India, but took a look at the decorations during the day. This year Deepavali falls on my uncle’s birthday, 26th October. The peacock is the perfect majestic and auspicious symbol for Deepavali … Continue reading →

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The Coffee Daily at 75 Brighton Crescent

Posted on October 6, 2011 by bookjunkie

Read about Coffee Daily, a new independent coffee place, in our local TV guide, 8 Days. Decided then and there to make our way to Brighton Crescent at Serangoon Gardens. This spot used to be occupied by Awfully Chocolate as … Continue reading →

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Holland Village: Art, Books and Cards at Holland Shopping Centre

Posted on September 27, 2011 by bookjunkie

I like the peasant cotton blouses sold at Holland Shopping Centre. This very old mall is quite a nice place to browse, for clothes, shoes, and even art. We came here to escape from the scorching heat. At the first … Continue reading →

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