Wednesday, February 6, 2013

SMRT operation management is really ...

Stuck on a slow moving packed train with a wailing baby is no joke...


Mild headache has evolved into a throbbing one...


With no service announcements, I can only guess that the rain has affected train service to such an extent that we are stopping for a few minutes at each station.


I just wish some brilliant scientist would improve the teleporting process to include human beings. The possibilities are endless!

Sunday, February 3, 2013

Korean Ginseng Chicken

Bought prepacked Korean Ginseng Chicken from Jia Yen quite a while back as emergency supplies on days that we are feeling lazy to cook.


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The portion is just nice for 2 of us with half a chicken and three glutinous rice balls.


Just empty the contents into the cooker (rice cooker with soup function/pot) and cook it for around 40 mins.


For me, I put the rice cooker to soup function for 1 hour so that the glutinous rice gets infused with the ginseng soup and turns into a nice gluey texture.


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Selling at around 10 over bucks at NTUC or Cold Storage. Worth a try especially on cold rainy days!

Supper from Upper Thomson

Jio-ed HIM for supper and he agreed!


Bought mutton murtabak, egg prata, dim sum and teh tarik from the prata shop and dim sum stall at Upper Thomson for supper.


So hungry even though we just had Mayim a few hours ago!


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Everything just taste so good!

Sunday, January 13, 2013

Review of the Library - Bar @ Keong Saik Road

Went to this "hidden" bar a few hours back.


Very dim atmosphere which makes reading the menu a challenging chore.


It was quite crowded towards the end and I can't wait to get out of there.


Service was alright though it was verging on the rude side at some point in time...


Drinks was alright...


Don't think I will be back anything soon.


Saturday, January 5, 2013

Wai San Chicken

First time cooking this dish based on the following newspaper cutting.


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Chicken fillets was already marinated using italian herbs instead of what was recommended in the recipe. My tiny attempt at fusion cuisine.


Added mushrooms to the above recipe with the end product below.


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This dish is supposed to be good for people with weak constitution or people who tends to "kill" alot of their braincells.


Remaining amount of Wai Shan aka Shan Yao will be used to cook this Wai Shan minced meat porridge for tomorrow's breakfast.

Tuesday, January 1, 2013

Chicken gone bad...

Having this family steamboat gathering later and was happily planning and buying the various ingredients the past few days.


Bought 2 sets of chicken bones from Jingshan wet market downstairs on Saturday and was happily boiling water to rinse the chicken bones to prepare the chicken soup base when I realized it has gone bad!


I whiff at the bowl of raw chicken bones so many times to be certain and even asked HIM to do a whiff test to be certain.


The raw sourish smell plus the roasted chicken rice we had just a few minutes ago was enough to make me feel nauseous :(


Got to depend on my trusty pork soup powder for the soup base later...


Felt so cheated sia...


Bought for less than 3 days and the chicken bones had gone bad? Keeping in mind that I washed the items and freeze them on the same day before defrosting them this morning.


Should have just bought the items from NTUC etc.

Saturday, December 22, 2012

Daiso Washing Machine Drum Cleaner

Bought this oxygen based washing machine drum cleaner from Daiso to try for fun.


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Chinese New Year is coming and it is time to spring clean the washing machine too!


According to the instructions, pour the entire contents of 1 sachet (2 sachets in a pack) into the washing machine drum and operate the machine for 2-3 minutes for the water to fill up and mix the cleaner uniformly.
Thereafter, switch off the machine and let the solution sit for 2-3 hours. Final step is to operate the washing machine as per normal for 1 cleaning cycle to enable the solution to wash out.


One thing to keep a lookout for as a gauge that cleaning has completed is when the sitting solution changes from light green to white.


Personally, I think it helps to remove the musty smell which might lingers around the washing drum if we didn't manage to 'air' the drum thoroughly after each wash.

Thursday, December 20, 2012

Candlelight dinner for HIS birthday

My first attempt at candlelight dinner while enjoying the city view with HIM (but HE is still busy Diablo-ing and is totally unaware of this surprise!)

Hopefully he likes it :)

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Wednesday, December 19, 2012

吴奇隆 - 祝你一路顺风

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=TfMgg9-QiA8


It has been close to half a year since you have left us...


Although we have not been really close, listening to this song on YES 933.3 FM just brought back all the memories...


I am just glad that you have moved on to a better place...


RIP

Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Don't use your handphone if you are driving...

How to drive when you are holding your handphone in 1 hand while trying to steer with the other hand?
Did you realize you are taking up 2 out of 3 lanes in your attempt to multi-task during peak hour traffic...

Sunday, December 16, 2012

City square, Johor Bahru

Went to JB earlier today with the parents and traffic was horrible. Clearance @ JB Checkpoint was a nightmare. Queues for all counters were snaking almost till the end of the arrival hall.


Renovations at City Square seems to be completed for the lower levels. Saw this famous Hong Kong dessert outlet Xu Liu Shan inside the mall. There is also this new xiaolongbao restaurant called "Long De Chuan Ren" in Chinese. Lots of people queuing at both restaurants.


Walked past this new bakery called "Lavender" and bought some stuff to try. Their tuna bun tasted average. It has this weird red powdery topping which tasted slightly pepper-ish. RM2.90 lo! Also bought their pandan cake (RM7) and kaya jam (RM5) to try. Personally, I feel that their prices are catered for Singaporeans.


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City Square is rapidly turning into another Singaporean style mall. It would be better if there is a decent sized supermarket there. The auntie cells in me!


One word of caution though, please change currency in Singapore (RM248.50). Rates were super low in JB (RM244.20).

Saturday, December 8, 2012

Thursday, December 6, 2012

Ah Boys to Men - Review

Just watched Ah Boys to Men with HIM... Quite a funny and heart warming in local context.

Gained some new knowledge about NS terminology, eg: CB leaf (which HE brought up previously but simply refuses to elaborate further).

Personally, I felt that the movie is worth watching and it would be even better if it is a complete movie instead of being split up into 2 parts. No doubt the 'break' was quite nicely done.

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Tuesday, December 4, 2012

Review of obdo mask

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Finally used this last piece of obdo mask. It contains coenzyme Q10, collagen and ginseng. It is supposed to prevent wrinkles, moisturise the skin and improve skin elasticity.

The previous 2 times that I tried it (left it on overnight as per instructions overleaf), I was quite happy with the results (whiter and more moisturised skin). However, the ginseng smell is quite strong.

Saturday, November 24, 2012

SingTel's Corp Social Responsibility initiative - Project Silverline

Received this SMS from Singtel a few minutes ago:


Donate your used iPhone 3GS/4/4S for a good cause! As part of SingTel's Corp Social Responsibility initiative - Project Silverline, we will sponsor 1 yr's talktime & data plan to our senior beneficiaries to match your iPhone donation. Donate yours at any SingTel Retail Shop today. More info @ www.singtel.com/silverline


What is the main purpose of this Corp Social Responsibility?


You mean the elderly cannot use phones from other brands?

Sunday, November 18, 2012

JUMP & FLYING - Non-verbal Korean Drama

Watched JUMP previously in Korea during our honeymoon.


It was quite humorous and entertaining.


When HE saw the advertisement on FLYING the other day, it was decided that we shall get our tickets too.


The 1.5 hour show just flew past and we were vastly entertained.


Tinges of romance, humour and action...

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Review of OTO e-Cuddle & e-Lux

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Just collected these 2 items from OTO earlier on as part of the Zaobao Subscription promotion I did for my parents.

Only spent $99 for these 2 items.

Have 'copied' the setup at the OTO store and attached the OTO e-Cuddle to the top portion of the e-Lux to enable a more effective massage experience.

Quite shiok to enjoy a 20 mins massage while watching TV especially our neck and lower back.
Incorrect postures while using PC (slouching + tortoise head-out posture)/too much Diablo-ing...

Yet to try the OTO e-Cuddle on the thighs and calves though.

The massage style of e_Lux is separated into 2 main styles - rolling or Shiatsu.

The e-Lux Shaitsu style and e-Cuddle is quite effective for tired aching neck and back muscles.

If you are interested, can just pop by the nearest OTO outlets to give it a try.

We saw quite a number of promotions when we were at their Nex outlet earlier on.

Loots from Kwerkee - Cityscape Wall Organiser

The nicely packaged item was delivered by the delivery man during a weekday evening.

As there was no call beforehand informing us of the delivery, it was rather lucky that we happened to be home.

In addition, we deliberated for quite a while, peeking through the peephole trying to ascertain the identity/purpose of the caller.

Met too many cases of persistent ice cream sellers/salespersons.

Furthermore, there are also neighbours who have come across drug users in the estate.

Really regretted installing a doorbell at times even though HE has diy-ed a switch to turn it off when necessary.

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After unwrpping the package carefully...

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After installation today...

The package actually included 2 small thumbtack like nails that was totally useless in securing the wall organiser.

Even though HE hammered the nails carefully, they were very fragile and bent out of shape in no time.

Resorted to using strong double sided tape instead.

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So pretty and useful!

It really jazzed up my plain kitchen entrance and yet hidden from view from anyone standing outside the main door entrance.

Items are organised and easily accessible just before we leave the house.

I just hope the tape wont fail on me.

Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Review of iRobot Roomba

So far, we are quite happy with this purchase. It might not be the latest model with the latest technology at mapping its cleaning path (compared to LG Roboking) but it has certainly lightened our housework load.


Although there are areas that the Roomba is not able to clean, eg: under the sofa, tv console and tight corners, it has served its purpose well. Vacuuming is still required for squeaky clean floor but at a lower frequency, perhaps once a week.


At least we come home to relatively clean floor everyday with our current cleaning cycle every 2 to 3 days. Just set it to 'Clean' mode before we leave for work and come home to clean floor.


I admit Roomba has made me even more lazy but with the current heavy workload, I am just glad that I have an extra helper. HE is even more glad as no one will be nagging at him to vacuum the floor.


More importantly, I am sure Roomba will be even more essential when construction of Cheng San Court commences.

Sunday, October 28, 2012

Saturday, October 13, 2012

Anyone selling Scanteak Casual Side Table?

Source: http://www.scanteak.com.sg

Thought of getting this item for quite a while...

But the price tag of $299 just puts us off.

Currently, there is this Scanteak Mid-Autumn promotion where you will get a free Casual Side Table with the purchase of any sofa set plus at least 1 other living room item at regular price.

More details can be found at http://www.scanteak.com.sg/promotion

If you are thinking of selling the above item, do let me know =>

Wednesday, October 10, 2012

Chiso Zanmai @ Central

This Tonkutsu ramen was one of the best item on menu.


The prawn and chicken tempuras are quite nice too.


Sushi spread was quite limited.


Having weekday buffet lunch which totaled up to be around $20 per pax including free flow of drinks.


But I don't think I will be coming back anytime soon...


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Howling dog

Haiz... If you want to rear a dog, please try and take good care of it.


The howling is quite loud and it sort of echos around the quiet neighbourhood.


Every other day, i will hear this howling dog.


Reminds me of a werewolf... Too bad there is no full moon tonight.


Sunday, October 7, 2012

Hamster watching television

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Zoom zoom, the newest addition to the family watching Snow White and the Huntsmen with us...

Friday, October 5, 2012

Fly says Hi!



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Smallest portion of western food I ever had

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Grilled fish from P & Gin Grill & Pasta


The 2 pieces of fish was thin like prata. Confirm need to buy supper later...


Western food at Teck Ghee hawker is so much better, both in taste and price.

Friday, September 28, 2012

Sept 2012 AMK BTO - Cheng San Court revealed...

Source: http://www101.hdb.gov.sg & http://www.onemap.sg

Looking at the site plan, I am quite sure the pricing of our units back then has already factored in the impact Cheng San Court would have on Park Central units.

Block B was the most expensive followed by Block D.

Block A and Block C were the cheapest.

Based on Cheng San Court's floorplan, it seems that Block B should have pretty much an unblocked view of the city while Block D which is just along the roadside is also less affected by these new flats although there is a new block right smack in front of it.

Most of us bought the units due to the unblocked views of the town landscape as 'promised' by the developer/agents. Paying skyhigh prices just to enjoy the views for a few years... Cheng San Court is really a good buy.

4 more years before we can sell the unit...

Hopefully construction works will keep to office hours on weekdays (9-5) and there will be no construction on weekends...

Selling Amber Avenue WOOL BLEND PEPLUM BLOUSE IN BLUSH PINK - Size M

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Source: http://www.amberavenue.com

Bought this top from http://www.amberavenue.com at $28.50 + $1.50 shipping fee.

Currently this item is OFS.

Anyone interested in getting  this item?

Selling at $28.50 exclusive of postage.

Saturday, September 22, 2012

WTS iPhone 5 16GB White -Sold

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Queuing up for iPhone 5 at AMK Hub now. Almost fainted when I saw the queue.


Was informed a few minutes ago that only left with 16 GB black and white models which is exactly what I want!


Even though I am going to sell this phone later, I still get the happy buzz...


Typical Singaporean behaviour I know.


Any interested buyers for iPhone 5 16 GB in white?

Little pleasures on a hazy Saturday morning

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Eating juicy crispy pears with a tinge of 梨香 while enjoy Korean drama on S One...