Tag Archives: Pasta

New Jones the Grocer at ION

Posted on May 3, 2013 by bookjunkie

We were seeking a new place in town for a girls’ night out and we had already been to Marmalade Pantry at ION. D and I wanted a place near the MRT so decided on the new outlet of Jones … Continue reading →

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Expected Better from Hoshino Coffee

Posted on January 19, 2013 by bookjunkie

Every time I passed this new cafe the queue was so long I told myself to forget it. This time I braved the queue. In the end I found out that part of the reason the queue is so long … Continue reading →

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Our Hong Kong Trip Back in 2007: Day 2

Posted on October 14, 2012 by bookjunkie

View from our hotel – Langham Place. The room had a similar view and you can see how densely packed the city is, even more than Singapore. But at least Hong Kong has hills in the distance. I also now … Continue reading →

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Our Hong Kong Trip Back in 2007: Day 1

Posted on October 14, 2012 by bookjunkie

I’ve been to Hong Kong a total of 4 times and thought I should dig up photos from my last trip with B in 2007. You see, my cousin’s going there in December and I thought I should jog my … Continue reading →

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Helsinki: The Food I Didn’t Like

Posted on December 4, 2011 by bookjunkie

I’ll do another entry on the food I liked but mostly the trip made me appreciate the food we have back home which is way cheaper and more suited to my taste buds.  Guess I am not very adventurous when … Continue reading →

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Oriole Cafe & Bar – think I ordered the wrong coffee

Posted on July 23, 2011 by bookjunkie

There are so many boutique cafes popping up all over Singapore and being a coffee addict I’ve been out in search for the best. After hearing so many raves about this place, I was a little disappointed when the coffee … Continue reading →

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Kabe no Ana (Japanese Pasta at Nex)

Posted on July 6, 2011 by bookjunkie

We finally tried the Japanese pasta at Kabe no Ane, which means hole in the wall. The restaurant dates back to 1953 when it first opened in Japan. I must say I really fancied the texture of the noodles. Here’s … Continue reading →

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Prettiest Italian Restaurant in Singapore: Cugini at Club Street

Posted on June 14, 2011 by bookjunkie

This was one of the prettiest restaurants I’ve dined at. The turqoise on white combination was perfect.  The decor transported me to some European holiday isle. The food’s not bad either. The grilled chicken pizza. I am sure this was … Continue reading →

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Pasta Fresca at Bukit Timah

Posted on March 17, 2011 by bookjunkie

We tend to return to the original Pasta Fresca at sleepy old Bukit Timah, whenever B hankers for the freshly made pasta here. This place was started way back in 1988 by a very friendly chef, Carecci Salvatore. I remember … Continue reading →

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I Like Arbite’s New Menu Items

Posted on December 2, 2010 by bookjunkie

There is still my favourite iced lemon tea that I think Arbite does best, but I now also love the creamy pasta (Pappardelle with mushrooms and parma ham). The mushroom soup was lovely and so was the naturally sweet carrot … Continue reading →

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Trattoria

Posted on November 19, 2010 by bookjunkie

Trattoria located at the new 313 mall in Orchard Road, is one place I would return to for it’s lunch set menu which costs just S$9.80 for a main meal plus a coffee or tea. You also get complimentary tomato … Continue reading →

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Ma Maison at Bugis Junction

Posted on October 31, 2010 by bookjunkie

I sometimes have a hankering for Western food, Japanese style. One word to describe it is sweetish. The ambience at Ma Maison is warm and cosy. It’s like having a meal at a cottage with their flowery tablecloths, little baskets, … Continue reading →

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Why I Like Jessica Simpson

Posted on July 22, 2010 by bookjunkie

She eats pasta like a real woman! Jessica SImpson is one celebrity who genuinely enjoys her meals. No dressing free salads for her or nibbly bites on a sandwich. The Paparazzi captured her celebrating her 30th birthday. See more here.

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