April 30, 2008
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It suddenly came across to me that the word ‘bittersweet’ can be associated with the taste of food or moments you come across in books, plays, reel and real life. When it comes to food, I like the bittersweet taste … Continue reading
April 28, 2008
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For the first time in my life, I tried honey fresh from the comb yesterday. This situation came about by accident. Those who know me well know that I paddle a lot as a form of exercise. I either dragon … Continue reading
April 25, 2008
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Sometimes there are perks to be considered a ‘food blogger’. I got a lunch invitation to go to Vintage India, a restaurant serving North Indian food at Dempsey Hill. I seldom, if ever, get such treats so I jumped at … Continue reading
April 23, 2008
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I watched the film La Vie En Rose last night and was impressed by Marion Cotillard’s portrayal of the legendary French singer. In one scene, a young Edith Piaf is admonished by her mentor Raymond Asso for not living the … Continue reading
April 22, 2008
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I went for an interview recently for an adjunct teaching position at an educational institution here. Basically the job involved delivering a programme set out to help students preparing to enter the workforce by teaching them to write CVs and … Continue reading
April 20, 2008
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I’ve been hearing the term ‘Q 感’ a lot when I watch Chinese programmes about food. Literally translated, it means ‘Q feel’. I don’t know who came up with this ‘cos I had no idea that a single alphabet could … Continue reading
April 18, 2008
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I like reading and knowing about the origin of dishes. With that added knowledge, I always feel that it gives extra meaning and depth to what I’m eating. Unfortunately with Chinese cuisine, such information is lacking in the English language … Continue reading
April 16, 2008
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I love eating 千層糕 or what is literally translated as Thousand Layer Cake. It’s one of my favourites as far as dimsum is concerned. Unfortunately, I’ve never been able to find it in Singapore. Thus every time I’m in Hong … Continue reading
April 15, 2008
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So the Singapore Flyer officially opens today. I don’t know about you, but I’m really not that excited about it. I wouldn’t pay $29.50 to go on it for 30 minutes. If I wanted to have a good view of … Continue reading
April 12, 2008
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The ideal hot chocolate is made with the finest cocoa powder or solid chocolate or both. The resulting beverage should be neither too thin for serious satisfaction nor too thick to refresh; neither too bitter to produce the childlike enjoyment … Continue reading