I cannot remember the books I’ve read any more than the meals I have eaten; even so, they have made me..."– Ralph Waldo Emerson Since time immemorial, good food and a good read have been inseparable. A scone or a cookie in one hand and a good book in another with the occasional sip of a warm beverage, inspire writers and readers alike - blurring the lines between reality and imagination as the senses, united with the mind, bring individuals into a world as real as one would like to, escaping … [Read more...]
Foodie Friday: 365 Days of Fun Recipes for Any Occasion
We were invited to our first cookbook launch last week and what a blast it turned out to be! Published in celebration of TOTT's 4th birthday this October,"365 Days of Fun - Recipes For Any Occasion" is a cookbook for foodies! It features 24 fun-filled dishes for home themed parties, pages of mouth-watering images and recommended kitchen and dining tools to make cooking, baking and hosting a breeze. Grab your copy of "365 Days of Fun" at ToTT Store or online at www.ToTTStore.com for … [Read more...]
Where there is Barilla, there is Home
In our household, pasta is our favourite staple...Yup, we love it more than rice. More often than not, we end up eating Italian more than Chinese when we feel like a good treat. So when the good folks at Barilla sent us a media invite for an exclusive master chef cooking class with Italian Chef Luca, I said yes immediately. Not many people know that I feel somewhat ashamed that as a wife and Mom, my pasta cooking is mediocre at best. I mean, what's so difficult in cooking pasta right? … [Read more...]
A ‘fowl’ encounter that changed my life – Chin Chin Chicken Rice
Old fan...old sign...old favourite - Chin Chin Hainanese Chicken Rice.This place changed my life. Literally.I was a young Penangite starting out a career in Singapore after my undergraduate studies. Like most of my townsfolk, good food is an important part of my life – after all, Penang is synonymous with tasty hawker fare at every corner. In addition to adjusting to the hectic work life in Singapore and transiting from being a student to a working professional, the frustration of … [Read more...]
Savour Peony Jade’s Award-Winning Mooncakes 2014
My early memories of the Mid-Autumn Festival 中秋節 are those spent in the neighbourhood park - parading our candle-lit paper (or celophane) lanterns, lighting up the parameters of the playground with small candles and gathering at my Grandma's home to enjoy pomelo and mooncakes while admiring the rounder, larger than usual moon. Though the festival carries no religious significance, we try to preserve the cultural tradition of lanterns and mooncakes in our family as part of our Chinese … [Read more...]
The Scoop on Ben & Jerry’s New CORE Ice-creams in Singapore!
Celebrating the launch of Ben & Jerry's CORES! In our home, we love desserts more than mains. An ice-cream treat at the end of a long stressful week or upon reaching a new milestone has become the de-facto family tradition. But many times, I always can't decide which flavor of ice cream to buy, so end up buying two (or more) pints and eating way too much. Not too good for the waistline eh? Now, hard-CORE ice-cream fans rejoice! Ben and Jerry has put us out of that 'misery' … [Read more...]
Brunch at W.39 Bistro & Bakery
I grew up in this neighborhood - attended primary school here and used to attend Youth For Christ (YFC) fellowships during my teens at an apartment right above where this cafe now stands. This row of shop house used to be a home to a mishmash of hardware and paint shop and car mechanic repair shops. Early this year, when we heard that there's a new kid on the block - W39 Bistro & Bakery, I was thrilled. A revival of this sleepy estate is long overdue. We finally paid homage to … [Read more...]
Foodie Friday: Phantastic Pho!
Simply Phantastic Pho! Our family are big noodle fans and we used to travel to the seedier part of Joo Chiat for our Beef Pho fix. Not anymore. Since Mrs Pho opened its doors at Beach Road last month, we have visited twice on our own and even threw a birthday celebration in Vietnam. That speaks volume of how much we love this little Vietnamese joint, does it?The Ambience and DecorModelled after the Vietnamese back street alleys, Mrs Pho has recreated the side streets of Hanoi with stenciled … [Read more...]
Mothers’ Day 2014: A few of my Favourite Things
Mothers' Day this year coincided with my birthday, making it doubly special. My Mom told me I was born on Mothers' Day so you can imagine my joy when I finally qualify to celebrate this day after Dana came along. For my birthday, the husband sent a rose floral bouquet and a dear friend surprised me with a cheery yellow Gerbera table arrangement which instantly warmed my heart and lit up our home.My Fav Birthday Surprises...After church, we joined the extended family for lunch at the Peony … [Read more...]
Sunday Lunch, the way it was meant to be…
Idyllic setting by the waterfrontLike most salaried folks, we slog through work commitments, errands and chores during the weekdays, leaving precious weekends to spend meaningful quality time with our family. Like most, these meaningful times would often revolve around a good meal. Sadly, while buffets are not lacking in Singapore, we sometimes let form, or should I say ‘food’ overrule the substance - the actual purpose behind the meal itself. While the adults may be busy tucking into their … [Read more...]
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