My family and I had visit Malacca before when I was still pregnant with my second son. It was a nice short visit and since my husband and I were able to get a long weekend leave, we opted to visit the charming city again.Our last visit was just 2 days and 1 night, we decided to stay a little longer for 3 days and 2 nights. We booked a Suite Room with Connecting Room at The Straits Hotel & Suites and we are very impressed with the hotel. Let me tell you why.Here are 5 reasons why you should … [Read more...]
NEW DISHES AT BARASHI-TEI JAPANESE RESTAURANT
Singapore is abundant of Japanese restaurant choices. Everywhere you get to find Japanese restaurant. One of my go-to Japanese restaurant if I want somewhere central and accessible, I often go to Barashi-Tei. It is a 8-minutes walk from Bugis or Dhoby Gout MRT. It is found in the busy area of Middle Road. I am excited to learn that Barashi-Tei got new dishes in their menu and I can't wait to try all of it. I also wanted to try again my favorite sushi in Barashi-Tei. Foie Gras … [Read more...]
TOK PANJANG FEAST AT THE PERANAKAN
I just recently visited The Peranakan Singapore to try out their High Tea Set and their Durian 8-Course Feast. I couldn't get enough of their savory and sweet dishes presented in such a beautiful and meticulous manner, I came back after a week with my hubby and blogger friends to try out their Tok Panjang Set.The Peranakan Singapore is a restaurant at the heart of the bustling Orchard Road which offers you the authentic experience of dining Peranakan style. Peranakan refers to the descendants … [Read more...]
TRYING AUTHENTIC PERANAKAN CUISINE AT THE PERANAKAN SINGAPORE
In my first few months in Singapore, I met a beautiful Malaysian Chinese lady. That is when I was introduced to the word: Peranakan. She is a Peranakan. Based on Wikipedia, Peranakan refers to the descendants of Chinese immigrants who came to Malaysia and Singapore. They are also referred to as Baba-Nyonya. Many were the elites of Singapore. Most have lived for generations along the straits of Malacca. They are known to be good cooks hence, the Peranakan cuisine came about. I was always … [Read more...]
CARING FOR YOUR LEATHER ITEMS WITH THE SHOETREE PROJECT
I was never into leather items or branded items for that matter. I know that statement would raise a few eyebrows from my colleagues at work who found me carrying a few leather bags to work. Hear me out. Eversince I can remember, I would normally prefer buying non-branded bags as long as it can fit all my stuff (which is a lot) and it looks aesthetically pleasing. Though I have to admit, I would replace my cheap bags every so often because it gets worn out easily much to my husband's … [Read more...]
FINDING MY STYLE: A FASHION PROJECT WITH TOBI
I took me awhile to find my fashion style. Frankly, I am still finding it in my 30's. I have been used to hand-me-down clothes from my cousins, clothes bought for me by my mom who has her own distinct style and vintage clothes from old suitcases from my relatives. So by the time, I got to pick and buy my own clothes, I was a bit lost. Slowly by the years, I have realized that I gravitate towards the basics - monochrome shirts, plain spaghetti straps, t-shirt dresses, white button-down shirts. … [Read more...]
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