Tag Archives: dessert

Feel So Happy Meeting with Two of My Cousins After Almost 4 Years

Posted on April 27, 2022 by bookjunkie

I have social anxiety, but I don’t feel it with people I’m comfortable with like my cousins. I practically saw them grow up, being the much older cousin. They were the cutest toddlers. It’s true what they say about cousins … Continue reading →

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Gastronomia Da Paolo: Favourite Items on the Menu

Posted on April 2, 2022 by bookjunkie

We keep returning to the same places mainly due to the draw of coffee the way we like it, and great service. Plus we’re not charged for water.

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My Favourite Japanese Stores in Singapore #4 : Chateraise

Posted on March 19, 2022 by bookjunkie

I don’t know if this is technically a Japanese store, but since all the products are from Japan I’m including it in the list. Usually go for the cream puff but decided to try a new product today that was … Continue reading →

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Where I Used My CDC Vouchers #8: Revisiting Creamier, Toa Payoh

Posted on March 11, 2022 by bookjunkie

It was crowded this time as we were there after 1.30pm and not around noon like the last time.

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I Would Definitely Return to Angelina for the Hot Chocolate

Posted on October 13, 2015 by bookjunkie

Or perhaps iced chocolate the next time. The hot chocolate reminded me of what we had in Paris. The use real chocolate and it’s rich enough to fill you up without any other dessert. Two can share one pot too. … Continue reading →

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Somewhere Over the Rainbow

Posted on March 31, 2015 by bookjunkie

Back to The Coffee Daily for Rainbow cake. I’ve always found the song ‘Somewhere Over the Rainbow’ to be very sad. I associate it with losing someone but perhaps there is a bright side and you can find them at … Continue reading →

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Ben & Jerry’s Cafe at Vivo City

Posted on January 20, 2015 by bookjunkie

My weakness for ice cream lately. The chocolate was too rich (looked very tempting though)The strawberry cheesecake is B’s favourite flavour although he thinks it’s very sweet. It was the only Cafe that was not packed to the gills. A … Continue reading →

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Krispy Kreme in Singapore

Posted on January 27, 2014 by bookjunkie

Krispy Kreme has been open for some time, but I was a bit tardy in writing about it. Guess it was because I found it not as good as what I had in Hong Kong. Not as fresh, too sweet … Continue reading →

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Regent High Tea: Our Second Time, to Celebrate a Birthday

Posted on February 11, 2013 by bookjunkie

Since my blog diary has been empty for quite some time I thought I’d load my pictures first…with the words to come later…. Ok I can’t procrastinate any longer. But yes it was our second time at this new revamped … Continue reading →

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Geylang Revisited: Retro Shops, & Almond Cream for Dessert

Posted on January 26, 2013 by bookjunkie

Saw this interesting old shop selling nothing but green weighing scales that you can spot at most market stalls.

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Liang Court: Tea at Dulcet & Studio Again

Posted on January 10, 2013 by bookjunkie

Think I’ll soon be a regular here. Love the cream puffs and it also happens to be their most popular item. The rose marble cake looked pretty but I found it too strong in terms of flavour. It was like … Continue reading →

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St-Marc Cafe Again: Espresso Jelly & Choco Cro

Posted on December 30, 2012 by bookjunkie

The Espresso Jelly dessert is something I would definitely have again, although with the new year coming (when willpower is at it’s highest or should I say hope that the slate is wiped clean) I’ll try not eat as many … Continue reading →

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Plaza Singapura: French Style Crepes at Canele

Posted on December 24, 2012 by bookjunkie

The pretty name tempted me – Flowers of the Sea. Keep telling myself not to overindulge and then I do it again. French style thin crepes are so hard to resist. This came with chocolate ice cream and nutella. A … Continue reading →

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Disappointing Experience at Antoinette

Posted on October 29, 2012 by bookjunkie

I have been reading raves about Antoinette but perhaps they were referring to the branch at Mandarin Gallery. I had a disappointing experience at the branch at Palais Rennaisance. The menu and tableware impressed but I could not forgive the … Continue reading →

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Rasapura Food Court: Half Almond Half Sesame

Posted on October 7, 2012 by bookjunkie

Wanted to get a seat near the skating rink but that’s always the most coveted area and taken. Didn’t know I could have half of each. But next time I just go for a bowl of hot almond milk, the … Continue reading →

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Payasam

Posted on August 29, 2012 by bookjunkie

This South Indian dessert might be a bit too sweet for many, but it’s one of my favourites. I explain why here. I have a preference for South Indian food while my sister prefers North Indian food although Payasam is … Continue reading →

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Takashimaya: Pique Nique (Generously Sized Waffles)

Posted on April 3, 2012 by bookjunkie

I have passed by Pique Nique a number of times but never tried it before. Well I finally did. Sauntered towards this little cafe on a whim as everywhere else was too crowded. I didn’t find the seating too comfortable, … Continue reading →

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Squid at Jules & Crepe at Wimbly Lu

Posted on February 22, 2012 by bookjunkie

Absolutely love the shoe string fries here. The squid that was stir fried in garlic and olive oil was so good. Better and healthier than calamari. I was surprised how good it tasted. I also love the Chicken Parmigiani and … Continue reading →

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New Gelato Place at Marina Square called Alfero

Posted on December 22, 2011 by bookjunkie

Don’t know if it’s any good but here is a review and another.

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Helsinki: Stockmann Food Hall

Posted on December 5, 2011 by bookjunkie

If you ever go to Helsinki and want to eat as cheaply as possible, I recommend you buy take away from the Stockmann Food Hall. The pastries here are freshly baked unlike most other cheaper places I patronized like the … Continue reading →

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Lemon Tart & Matcha Latte at Tea Dot (Nex)

Posted on November 17, 2011 by bookjunkie

Not the best lemon tart I guess, but I think it’s pretty good. Anyone know where I can get the best lemon tarts? I prefer these to chocolate sometimes. I like my desserts sour sweet.

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Relaxing High Tea at the Rose Veranda (Part 2 of 2)

Posted on November 10, 2011 by bookjunkie

So many types of tea and pretty tea cups. There was coffee as well. But i missed the Viennese coffee that they used to serve. This was just brewed coffee. I tend to have a preference for earl grey or … Continue reading →

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