tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4549969131171062662011-12-28T08:47:16.343+08:00Sherranoreply@blogger.comBlogger2841100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-50255008834176838152011-06-07T21:57:00.001+08:002011-09-17T13:46:37.492+08:00

After days of painstakingly moving the posts, finally my new online abode is up and running. To all the readers of Our Taste of Life, I'll be more than delighted to welcome you HERE! I'll be continuing my journey on this new address. Talk to you there!!! Ciao,Sherra

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-16213775197182970752011-06-03T20:29:00.008+08:002011-06-03T22:40:29.512+08:00

We each have our own definition of comfort food. But one thing is certain, it's something that roots back to home. When we went for a vacation last April in the Philippines, I made sure that I'll be able to relish some great old goodies. One of which is Starbucks' Banofee Pie. This pie is definitely sinful and rich, yet so comforting particularly with a glass of your favorite hot drink on the

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I won 2 weekday lunch vouchers at Todai's lucky draw and consumed it last Vesak Day. Apparently, since it's a holiday, the restaurant was having a full spread (i.e. weekend's repertoire). Hence, I need to pay an additional S$16 per person together with the free vouchers. When I learned that the current promotion is a "Steak All You Can", I didn't have second thoughts in paying for the

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-71715543553766907802011-05-27T21:04:00.018+08:002011-05-27T21:45:15.860+08:00

We have a new favorite attraction in Sentosa - the Skyline Luge. The attraction was built in 2005 and has been one of the most popular and most sought after rides by thrill seekers since then. Navigating the luge and boarding the skyride is a complete outdoor adventure. It's so much fun that you'd feel once is definitely not enough. We just wished that the trail was made a bit longer. The ride on

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-40039499116184580872011-05-26T08:16:00.017+08:002011-05-26T17:23:47.650+08:00

On our first night in Jakarta, me and my colleagues went to Plaza Senayan Shopping Centre for dinner. The choices of restaurants inside the mall are quite limited. Since we have a Thai colleague with us, we ended up in Long Grain Restaurant. The menu initially caught my atttention as it's presented in a cook book style. As I perused it, it's like browsing through a typical cook book with good

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-91727262477179181682011-05-25T20:20:00.022+08:002011-05-26T17:26:52.546+08:00

I just got back from a short business trip in Jakarta, the capital city of Indonesia. It's my first time to visit the most populous city of South East Asia. Likewise, it's my first time to travel on a budget carrier via ValuAir - Jet Star. Inspite of the fairly good reputation that some budget airlines have struggled to establish in recent years, I'm still not comfortable travelling on these

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-12690231364292170582011-05-18T21:46:00.008+08:002011-05-26T17:29:33.689+08:00

Singapore has proven countless times that it owns a wealthy gastronomic pot. Yet, all good eats do not necessarily be pricey. A colleague introduced me to Teban Garden which apparently is quite popular for good and cheap eats. The place is a typical hole-in-the-wall eatery. The food offerings range from favorite local noodles to chinese dishes. Apart from the cheap tag price, the servings are

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-23733320960406834012011-05-17T08:05:00.009+08:002011-05-17T08:21:20.222+08:00

Last weekend, we tried the after hours promo of Universal Studios Singapore valued at only S$5 per person. From 7 - 10 pm, visitors can enjoy the holywood strip for shopping and dining with a bonus fireworks display at 9 pm. For a mere pay, this is a great entertainment to have with family and friends. We had dinner at the Holywood China Bistro, the famous chinese restaurant in the US that

Sherranoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-24330558550656344682011-05-11T20:16:00.012+08:002011-05-11T20:46:57.054+08:00

The weather last weekend was extremely hot! Could this be the start of the hottest months in Singapore? If so, that means we will constantly be in need of something that'll keep us refreshed amidst the scorching heat. Timely, the newly opened Cold Stone Creamery along Orchard Rd offers the right companion. The ice cream house is packed with mouthwatering choices of shakes, smoothies, cakes and

Sherranoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-72040439312101292762011-05-08T16:43:00.035+08:002011-05-26T17:30:21.756+08:00

There's actually one more reason to celebrate this day apart from Mother's Day. It's my blog's 4th year anniversary!! It's been four years of sumptuous blogging experience and it's really amazing to be counting on the days of Our Taste of Life from the past, to present and the future. I am thankful to all the people who have shared with my foodie journey on this humble abode. Your continued

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-8638449236375598372011-05-05T18:55:00.009+08:002011-05-05T19:41:16.448+08:00

The best tasting beef noodles that I had so far was that of Taiwan's Din Tai Fung. It was so good that consuming it is synonymous to a gustatory oblivion. Before you even know it, you're already down to your last slurp. Personally, my preference for a great tasting Beef Noodles be it stewed or braised goes for the rich, juicy, fatty and flavoursome type. In addition, soft and succulent beef

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-39007550623220380032011-05-04T19:04:00.021+08:002011-05-04T23:12:21.992+08:00

Who wouldn't be lured by this mouthwatering selections of Fruit Tarts? Though merely just a display from the glass shelf, it's already way too hard to resist. With Singapore having a relatively low threshold for sweets, finding a place that serves delightful treats is synonymous to unearthing a treasure. Thus, sampling Fruit Paradise's repertoire of elaborately decorated tarts is a drooling

Sherranoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-11833842137240771352011-04-26T20:44:00.025+08:002011-04-26T21:36:24.152+08:00

We recently spent our holyweek vacation in the Philippines. Since we have very limited time to spread among the places and sights we want to visit, we made sure that Tagaytay topped our list. We did miss the homey ambiance and relaxing weather in this scenic place. (How I wish we could stay longer). Since it's almost past lunch time when we arrived there, we immediately thought of Buon Giorno for

Sherranoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-32341584394038827002011-03-27T20:22:00.050+08:002011-05-08T21:51:26.134+08:00

When I first saw the mouthwatering food photo shots of Todai's offering (the new international seafood restaurant in Marina Bay Sands) from the news paper, I know from that instance that I was more than allured to visit the place. After a few visits from the other restaurants featuring seafood buffet such as Mandarin Oriental's Melt The World Cafe and Ritz Carlton's Green House and still left

Sherranoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-13677498856772617042011-03-04T21:34:00.012+08:002011-03-05T09:11:23.658+08:00

Situated in the busy basement level of Paragon Shopping Centre is a restaurant that has a very interesting name - Grandma's. Looking at the facade and the ambiance of the resto, I already expected for foods that were cooked home-style. True enough, as I perused the menu my eyes feasted on popular local favorites such as nasi lemak, curry, sambal, rendang, kway teow, claypot dishes and a whole lot

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-28568230128630184792011-03-02T20:05:00.008+08:002011-03-02T21:18:38.739+08:00

McDonald's MAKE IT 1 -FOR -1 promo yesterday, definitely created a pandemonium in all of its branches. Long queues were all over. The one day only promo was part of the "Make it Better" advocacy of the popular food chain. Likewise, to coincide with the new campaign, new food items were launched in the store. One of which is the Teppanyaki Chicken McGrill Burger. I was so intrigued with the nice

Sherranoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-39602497160898439302011-02-20T17:54:00.007+08:002011-02-20T20:25:45.323+08:00

I've been in a quest for the best tasting Bak Kut Teh in the island for a long time now. Unfortunately, right at this point it still remains to be a mission. While I'm yet to accomplish that desire, I've already had a number of servings in some Kopitiams. The very first time I had it, I was instantly reminded of my grandmother's bulalo soup back home. Apparently, hers is not the typical version

Sherranoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-15069140083258646542011-02-20T13:41:00.010+08:002011-02-20T14:52:30.920+08:00

Going "green and healthy" should be the current mantra in every home. I guess the rationale for doing so need not be elaborated. With the fast-paced lifestyles we all live today, in fact, it's almost beyond necessary. This has been the clamor in the food business anywhere in the world since the increase in rate in the occurence of hypertension, obesity and other unwanted diseases due to poor

Sherranoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-51630598642304222942011-02-17T12:22:00.021+08:002011-02-20T13:37:11.157+08:00

It's been a while since a post on home made goodies or a dish recipe has been uploaded here. It's not because I'm no longer cooking at home nor have given up my enthusiasm on it (for that's certainly next to impossibility), but rather current circumstances prevented me from doing so. Hence, I'm glad to be able to share another recipe of one of my favorites again. Actually, this Cinnamon Bread

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-37682202826218396242011-02-15T17:47:00.005+08:002011-02-15T18:09:38.475+08:00

Meet the "Lumpiang Sariwa" (Fresh Spring Roll) of Singapore, locally known as POPIAH. Sweet, generally tasty and can be made spicy. That's the overall melange of flavors that can be found in this filling yet enjoyable snack item. I usually grabbed a piece of my favorite at Takashimaya's food court. It's a simple food to prepare but its key of acceptability lies heavily on the wrapper and the

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-51814568720167589402011-02-08T17:34:00.060+08:002011-02-20T14:50:45.023+08:00

It's good to be back home in SG after the recent festivity. We spent the Chinese New Year vacation in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It was a nice experience to say the least exploring the capital city of the country that's well known for that genuine Asian claim - "Truly Asia". 4 days were actually not enough to explore this throbbing yet still a bit calm, distinctively historical yet fast growing

Sherranoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-47316393016029037192011-02-03T09:19:00.003+08:002011-02-03T09:33:51.085+08:00

Sweet, tangy, juicy and a tad sour. These are the flavor elements you can find in the most popular salad around town - Rojak. The name implies "mixture" in malay. It's a blend of fruits and vegetables generously coated with a sweet dressing and drizzled with lots of chopped peanuts. I've been meaning to try this traditional salad for a long time now and finally I had the opportunity to sample a

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-91643313843179338332011-01-15T11:34:00.010+08:002011-01-24T15:29:14.207+08:00

It'll be our second year to witness Chinese New Year (CNY) celebration down here in Singapore. Apart from being a truly bright and colorful Chinese festivity, CNY brings inumerable food delights. From lavish meal gatherings to luscious traditional delicacies that speak of prosperity, abundance and generally good vibes, the market is full of food choices to make. And as a kick-off for this up

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-42222827799370808702011-01-07T19:44:00.015+08:002011-01-07T22:12:24.455+08:00

This 2011, we spent our New Year's countdown like no other. We braved long hours of waiting and squeezing into the massive throngs of people just for that spectacular fireworks display on the new Year's eve. That night, Marina Bay was beaming with colours and lights. The fireworks and musical show lasted for approximately 8 - 10 minutes. The ambiance was all about festivity, and hope for new

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Call it a love at first. That's how I will likened my first encounter with this steaming bowl of healthy greens, seafoods, noodles and tofu. What is there not to like about this dish? I can hardly think of any. I can vouch that this popular soup - Yong Tau Foo is among the must-try local dishes around Singapore. So widely known is the dish that it's nearly impossible not to find a kiosk in most

Sherranoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-3922552618596415532010-12-30T20:18:00.016+08:002011-05-08T21:51:37.543+08:00

I've been hearing raves about the buffet at Mandarin Oriental's Melt - The World Cafe restaurant. With the on-going UOB promotion on 3 diners + 1 diner free, my colleagues and I decided to go and discover what the buzz was all about on this famous restaurant. Armed with an adventurous and curious appetite, we lavishly feasted on the extensive repertoire of combined asian and international

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-12400279612392018172010-12-20T20:43:00.021+08:002010-12-21T11:37:41.509+08:00

This year's Chirstmas brought so much difference into our lives. It's a far cry from how we usually celebrate it. Read this previous post why it's so. Anyhow, celebrating it (sans the traditions we were born to) is still a must thus, the customary christmas decoration at home.Christmas tree is the typical icon of the holiday season. It brings an unexplainable cheery ambiance especially at home.

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It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas. The festive season is already at its peak. While we all get busy on the final stretch of the Christmas shopping and party preparations, we get more excited with wonderful decorations around. This year, the Orchard road is once again well adorned with amazing lights and colours. Inspite of the mix reviews (some say, last year's decor was better), it

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The party season has officially started. How many parties have you been into lately? As for me, I've been to an office potluck party just recently and boy, was I fully stuffed with sinfully delicious home made goodies that can be translated into a parade of international cuisines! Mainly attributed to the multiracial ambiance at work, we feasted on different cuisines from different countries. The

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-70409598827569731792010-12-08T19:22:00.016+08:002010-12-09T19:00:22.864+08:00

Wasabi & Lemon Iced Tea Straight from Japan, a colleague spotted and brought some samples of Kit Kat's new product innovation to the office. The chocolate that's positioned as a favorite "snacking item" now comes in more exciting flavors. Think of fruits, drinks and some classic savoury flavors infused into the wafer chocolate. Sounds odd, huh? Well, definitely not. Kit Kat has done it. And

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-54087810793092956152010-12-07T20:08:00.009+08:002010-12-07T20:29:53.553+08:00

Since Christmas is nearing, SALE is truly all over the island. Together with some colleagues at work, we visited the CROCS SALE at TradeHub 21. From there, we headed to LAM's Noodles for lunch. Apparently, the food place is known for it's Kung Fu Peking Duck and Abalone Noodles. I opted for the latter since it's a complete meal in itself. Boy, was I overwhelmed for its too fatty taste and

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-32796633547951711962010-11-20T15:54:00.009+08:002010-11-20T16:36:28.234+08:00

Christmas is the most celebrated occasion in the Philippines. It's usually characterized by long preparation and weeks of celebration. If there's one festivity that can be observed lavishly in this country, undoubtedly it is Christmas. The ambiance during this time of the year is simply the happiest. This will be our first Christmas outside the Philippines. Hence, I'm beginning to miss a number

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-84285449457654169712010-11-14T10:33:00.007+08:002010-11-14T11:06:08.290+08:00

I have a confession to make. I have been a deliquent blogger for the last couple of months. But I need not enumerate and rant all the causes for being so. I'd rather rejoice for finding the time to get back to the usual :-). I can already smell the scent of the festive season. The lights, ornaments and holiday trees have started to adorn the streets, different establishments and houses. Although

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-73630189297098693272010-11-05T21:16:00.045+08:002011-05-08T21:51:52.602+08:00

Marina Bay is currently the hottest spot in Singapore to unwind, dine, relax and have fun. So much are going on in this area. I was more than delighted to have made the right choice to celebrate my birthday in this sparkling place. On the whole, I indeed had a grand time.My day started with a lunch buffet experience at Ritz Carlton Millenia. Inspired by some good reviews of the hotel's Green

Sherranoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-24524753641963858692010-10-21T17:05:00.025+08:002010-10-22T17:07:50.806+08:00

I haven't been blogging for a long while. Other than the perennial procrastination, much can be attributed to the overwhelming life challenges that had come my way these past few weeks. Finally, I managed to re-surface from the water just in time for my upcoming big day. Thank you Lord for helping me realized that I am truly in countless ways, blessed. In just a little over a week, I will be

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-24594893868383159942010-10-01T21:51:00.012+08:002010-10-01T22:55:45.946+08:00

After the September hiatus (last month was pretty tight for me), I'm finally back online. Incidentally, I'm welcoming the October with a new face for the blog. Just in time to mark the official start of the merry months (a.k.a. holiday season), I decided to dress up the blog anew. I hope you'll all like it. =)And whenever the holiday season arrives, isn't food always the star of the feast? Timely

Sherranoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-72409142485278008782010-09-14T16:08:00.014+08:002010-09-14T17:00:21.801+08:00

Mitch Albom did it again to me. As I was reading his latest non-fiction book, Have A Little Faith, I was again moved into tears. Although not as emotionally powerful and heavy as Tuesdays with Morrie and The Five People You Meet in Heaven, the book carried that Mitch Albom's trademark of awakening real life stories. Have A Little Faith is an eye opener to the true meaning of life and to a large

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-490702270453558272010-08-22T13:40:00.023+08:002010-08-22T23:41:02.515+08:00

I recently attended an all female - bloggers only event at the posh Heaven's Loft restaurant in Orchard Central. The event was organized by Kotex and OMY for the former's launch of its breakthrough product - Luxe. It's a party definitely filled with mouthwatering sweet treats. An assortment of specialty cakes, fruit tarts, cup cakes, mousse, brownies, ice cream and other finger licking good

Sherranoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-4284090632450350812010-08-16T16:29:00.028+08:002010-08-17T15:14:07.422+08:00

Just like its other asian neighbors, Singapore share the same eating habit for rice and noodles. The local diet is largely comprised of these two major staples with the latter as the most common choice for a meal. From its very affluent culinary pot, noodles definitely stands out as a food category. You normally see it in all forms and variations in the local food centres and Kopitiams. In fact,

Sherranoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-86322385412846724772010-08-12T18:48:00.019+08:002010-08-13T17:07:07.874+08:00

I'm beginning to embrace the fact that Singapore is really a "food obsessed" country. So much so that describing its culinary pot as overflowing with great dishes to be had is still a restrained statement. Food here comes from all walks of life (if that can be said). From the unassuming street shops and hawker centers, to the posh and classy five star restaurants established by no less than the

Sherranoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-60232288207290952612010-08-12T13:11:00.011+08:002010-08-12T22:31:04.804+08:00

It's been a while now since we relocated to a new home and I still haven't completed my culinary tools for the kitchen yet. Day in and day out, my children's cravings for baked goods had been lingering through my mind. They've been urging me real hard to finally get a new mixer and new baking pans so they can be reunited to their favorite home treats. I think the long wait for them is over. I was

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-83225129867437356752010-08-06T06:47:00.014+08:002010-08-06T07:53:49.453+08:00

For someone who's used to the abundance of sweet treats back in the Philippines, I can't help but crave for the customary rich and indulgent sweet delights every once in a while. That's why, it's satisfying to discover that Singapore has its own exciting range of baked goods and sweets as well. Among the ones notable for good products are Bakerzin, Bread Talk, Four Leaves and Bengawan Solo.

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-25204658325158298002010-08-04T21:57:00.006+08:002010-08-05T11:26:14.236+08:00

GSS might have officially ended however, it won't be left unnoticed that great bargains still exist in abundance. And if you're still not over with the savings you got, here's yet another venue to steal some more. TIP-IT!, a shopping website that offers up to 90% off restaurants, bars, spas, clubs and shops in the country is currently running a promo with a chance to win an iPod Shuffle and other

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-36040801134855549622010-08-01T21:26:00.031+08:002010-08-02T15:36:24.423+08:00

I was privileged enough to be given the chance of joining a select group of people to a Food Photography Session spearheaded by NOVUS Restaurant-Bar-Cafe Courtyard in cooperation with CASIO and FOOD & TRAVEL magazine. The Food Photography workshop was facilitated by no less than the most sought-after Food Photographer in town, Mr. Calvin Tan. The event walked us through the bits and pieces of "

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-34377142950074500632010-07-30T16:35:00.018+08:002010-08-16T14:53:00.843+08:00

Adobo had truly evolved through the years from being the unofficial national food of the Philippines. With millions of Filipinos all over the world, it's now being prepared by hundred and one ways. This is a classic dish that has gone through being a quintessential or local to being glo-cal. Ask a typical filipino housewife who cooks this dish of a standard recipe and really there's none to share

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-73749192393876316732010-07-24T21:23:00.017+08:002010-07-29T07:49:04.602+08:00

How do you normally prepare your noodle dish? Do you opt for the use of the wet and fresh type or the fried, dried and pre-packed one? I recently found a good brand of the latter in the supermarket -Hong Kong Yee Foo Mee. This is the flat egg noodles that is the counterpart in Chinese of Linguine Pasta. Just like any other noodle, it can be prepared either in soup or dry. Recently, the dinner at

Sherranoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-60546785813885094552010-07-23T22:05:00.020+08:002010-07-24T10:18:44.082+08:00

There's always something to look forward to when dining at Seafood Restaurants and indulging in a typical Chinese set meal. Be it the complete satisfaction from the whole repertoire or from the food itself, we are normally filled with a good munch of gastronomic proportions. Unlike other cuisines though, I'm still intrigued why dining in a Chinese Restaurant or in this case a Seafood Restaurant,

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-45524635125734676272010-07-18T11:19:00.012+08:002010-07-18T11:58:38.797+08:00

Just for the name alone - Coco Exotic, I'm already intrigued what this popular cake of a local bakeshop has to offer. It was recommended by a colleague many times over. Then, finally my palate found its way to sample a nibble. Rich yet far from overwhelming, chocolatey, medium sweet with a playful texture in mouthfeel, this is how I will describe the exotic element of this cake. This heavenly

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Since the launch of the GSS island wide, it's indeed supreme shopping madness that I've seen and experienced. Nearing the final stretch, and with few more days to go before the SALE tags are lifted, more cut prices and great finds are being uncovered. We checked out the 14th Craziest TOYS SALE happening at the basement level of Takashimaya Shopping Mall. The goods are absolute bargains! My

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-90751459671563469992010-07-14T20:55:00.009+08:002010-07-14T22:03:10.084+08:00

How does food usually entice you? Is it through the aroma, taste or overall appearance? The popular idiomatic expression explain it all right, "beauty is in the eye of the beholder". But does this apply to food as well? It's true that people look at things at different angle. And when it comes to food, the differences likewise, won't matter. As we normally coin it "to each his own". The featured

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-52055642674850382512010-07-11T14:41:00.062+08:002010-07-16T13:03:01.655+08:00

"Comfort Food" has become the ideal descriptor used by many in association to food that gives lasting satisfaction. Individually, we have our own preferences on the food items that rightfully fit into this culinary genre. Be it a heart warming soup, a nostalgic home-cooked meal, or a familial & authentic feast, all is a delight to a craving palate. In Singapore, it's no difficult to find a

Sherranoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-69407134839523679292010-07-09T21:04:00.017+08:002010-07-11T14:25:09.783+08:00

The first half of year 2010 has been very good to me. I've been blessed with wonderful opportunities and new experiences. There were just too many to be thankful for. Among the significant ones was the wonderful recognition by the Singapore Blog Awards 2010. To be included in the list of the 10 finests in the Best Food Blog category is already a price to behold. I was elated, honored and humbled

Sherranoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-34626246920056560132010-07-08T22:19:00.019+08:002010-07-09T06:47:30.955+08:00

It seemed like it was only yesterday that I was laboring through the typical parental worries of sending a child to school the first time. Now, I am battling through the same process again. Only, the subject of my worry is elevated to a notch higher. How can it not be? My kids started a new life in a foreign land ergo, everything has to be learned from square one. The famous cliche said it best,

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-48243585914312771372010-07-08T20:56:00.027+08:002010-07-08T22:13:02.291+08:00

For someone who's been working in the food industry for more than a decade now, to say that I am enthusiastic and excited for the much awaited Singapore Food Festival is still somehow an understatement. I actually started my countdown to each of the activities to be rolled out island wide related to this event. If shopaholics had feasted since day 1 of GSS (Great Singapore Sale), gourmands are

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-64950893463951598092010-07-06T19:03:00.063+08:002010-07-06T22:24:01.095+08:00

I've been invited to Media Conferences / Food Events / Product Launches a number of times. But for some reasons, I always decline. Until the invite to the Singapore Food Festival 2010 came, I finally yielded. For one, although I've been running a food blog for 3 years now, I still hardly consider myself part of the media. But this particular event caught my interest completely. I simply cannot

Sherranoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-13874831633725306612010-07-04T20:23:00.009+08:002010-07-04T21:15:24.321+08:00

One of the simplest japanese noodles to make is Yaki Udon. It involves a very basic cooking method of stir-frying. In minutes time you're guaranteed to savor a smooth, wok-fried rich, noodle dish. Little did I know that this noodles in fact, can still be made simpler and faster (absolutely perfect for people on the go). Some people, like me, who are always in a morning run yet still tied up with

Sherranoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-69135354725889496662010-07-03T14:50:00.009+08:002010-07-03T15:51:19.733+08:00

Although the word Adobo which originally means seasoning or marinate, originated from Spanish, in Asia this is synonymous to no less Philippine Cuisine. This dish has gone a long way from the quintessential process of stewing the meat in vinegar and soy sauce. Now, there are numerous adaptations as shown in the Adobo Book of Nancy Reyes-Lumen. Apart from the typical chicken or pork, there's also

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-4243046602181101652010-07-01T21:42:00.011+08:002010-07-02T06:59:12.832+08:00

Here's an upcoming event that is sure to tickle our sense of taste. Singapore Food Festival 2010 is slated to commence very soon. Since 1994, the country is celebrating its culinary abundance through this festivity. It aims to showcase its diversity in food offering anchored on its cultural heritage. Year on year, people has feasted on delightful gastronomic ensemble. This year, the theme is

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-80977301089430826502010-06-30T20:43:00.040+08:002011-05-25T21:31:23.409+08:00

Batam Island is one of the nearest islands to Singapore. Due to it's geographical location, it's a popular day tour destination for visitors and locals of the lion city. I've been intrigued by this island for I heard numerous nice talks about it. That actually gave me enough reason to pay a visit. When we reached the place, momentarily I felt like I was in one of the towns of Batangas in the

Sherranoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-83673928216050904662010-06-29T19:12:00.012+08:002010-06-29T21:23:31.767+08:00

The moment I learned that the new book of renowned chef and tv host Anthony Bourdain's Medium Raw - A Bloody Valentine to the World of Food and the People who Cook was launched, I immediately phoned the nearest bookstore to reserve a copy. When I finally got hold of it and started to flip through the pages, I simply can't put it down. This is a "meet the real deal of the story" kind of read.

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-69548444758019713222010-06-20T13:25:00.068+08:002010-06-25T12:59:25.379+08:00

A numerable travels to some countries in ASIA have widen my appreciation of its culture and all the more of its cuisine. Food in this territory is arguably among the most interesting in the world. The abundance of aromatics, spices and herbs that go with its dishes, proves no wrong that every morsel in its steaming pot promises to bring a lasting gastronomic memory. Perhaps, so much so that I can

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-31283186328939948812010-06-18T23:25:00.013+08:002010-06-19T11:05:17.376+08:00

I am bringing this blog to the next level! This is a vow that I will be committed to in the next months or year to come. I think I've mentioned in passing in one of my posts before that I am writing a Food Book. But why do I call it a Food Book and not the typical Cook Book, you may ask. For me, these two are still discernible from each other. Cook Book is defined by Wikipedia as a book that

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-53540761370800331542010-06-16T21:08:00.022+08:002010-06-19T11:01:46.698+08:00

There are food items that are very flexible in terms of consumption (i.e. those that can be eaten in various meal occasions). One good example of which is salad. It can be served either as an appetizer, a dessert, a snack or even a meal. With its flexibility, also comes a great deal of variety. There are those that are considered light and healthy. At the same time there are those that will

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-42314158000932741112010-06-15T19:13:00.025+08:002010-06-19T11:06:59.284+08:00

It's been 3 weeks now since the Great Singapore Sale - GSS was launched island wide. To bargain hunters, seasoned shoppers and shopaholics, GSS can be touted as supreme sale madness. To most of them, this is a much awaited annual event. As others would coin it, it's "the sale that's worth waiting for." Discounts, freebies, promos, rebates and more lure all shopping patrons. You need not head to

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-85388866865333900552010-06-13T07:43:00.044+08:002010-06-19T11:09:50.911+08:00

My Love affair with Seafood is far from over. In fact, it has just started; only this time around it's in a new land. From occasional visits to street hasheries locally acclaimed for serving delish eats, I braved the area of Chinatown for the same objective - a hunt to a mouthwatering smorgasboard of seafood dishes. Prior to my dining experience, must I give Chinatown a pleasing nod to its well

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-91289566090738360812010-06-11T22:37:00.005+08:002010-06-11T23:22:04.459+08:00

As part of the on-going search for Singapore's biggest Hawker Food Lover, the organizers sent lovely kits to food bloggers around (yours truly included). Thank you to the InSing Team for the hand delivered "We Love Hawker Food Kit"! I even got my own personalized chopsticks! That's really cute! The distinctive Kopi Glass, hand towels and facial tissue with a special tag "Got People Sitting Here!

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-35951206772545185942010-06-09T20:45:00.011+08:002010-06-19T11:04:07.011+08:00

Apart from Seafood, Vegetables are equally abundant around the island. Going green and healthy diet wise, is no difficult to adapt. Some of my colleagues at work introduced me to a few of the most common and favorite local vegetable dishes. My interest was caught by the popular Dou Miao or Snow Pea Shoots. I had my first taste of this flavorful veggie in Long Beach Seafood Restaurant. It goes

Sherranoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-36558011302073622382010-06-06T20:57:00.016+08:002010-06-07T21:32:02.277+08:00

I keep on coming back to this XO Seafood restaurant in Clementi West for a number of times now. If there's one type of resto that I would be more than willing to visit, it's that kind which offers any seafood cuisine. This is precisely one of the major things I'm loving in Singapore. The abundance of seafood dishes is heaven to embrace. Apart from the famous East Cost Seafood Centre that houses

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-78950381928504562942010-06-02T17:04:00.004+08:002010-06-02T17:34:35.333+08:00

The weather has been gloomy lately. In Singapore, a downpour comes almost in daily servings. And in times like this, comforting soups and dishes are typically a longing. Pork Nilaga (the Filipino version of Pork Rib Soup) is a very fitting choice. This can also be called Boiled Pork with Vegetables based on the manner of cooking. Pork Nilaga is one of the staples in Philippine Cuisine. This is

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-63696494846072613862010-05-31T21:27:00.013+08:002010-06-02T14:41:05.868+08:00

From the quintessential meal Nasi Lemak, Hainanese Chicken Rice, Roasted Pork Rice, Satay and Bak Kut Teh to the steaming hot noodle dishes such as Laksa, Char Kway Teow and Fish Head Bee Hoon to the tasty side dishes like Carrot Cake and Oyster Omelette and to the luscious desserts Ice Kachang and Bo Bo Cha Cha all these and more are what await adventurous foodies in Singapore's famous Hawker

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-41128255420614364102010-05-25T20:04:00.007+08:002010-05-25T21:23:38.083+08:00

From a new resident's point of view, adjusting to the Singapore palate can be regarded as more of an adventure rather than ordeal. It's true that some spice notes typically found in the local foods (like those in Laksa or Curry) can be selective and acquired. But more often than not, the abundance of flavors is always a memorable food discovery. This can be primarily attributed to the

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-22691085495509654052010-05-24T19:51:00.006+08:002010-05-25T19:28:01.637+08:00

It's been a month of silence over here at Our Taste of Life. As much as I've been wanting to update and share my thoughts through my online sanctuary, the time to do so is just very elusive (work-life is a bit tight these days). Then suddenly I realized, we are already in the month of May and that means I should be celebrating because it's the blog's 3rd year anniversary. And what a wonderful

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-39849981733505865902010-04-29T17:27:00.024+08:002010-04-30T17:05:19.275+08:00

It's the end of the month already and nearly half of the year is approaching; truly, so many things are happening in a breeze! I recently attended Asia's largest food and hospitality event - Food & Hotel Asia 2010 - the Singapore Expo last week. This was my second time to go to this event. It's usually slated every 2 years in Singapore. From what I've seen and noted, indeed FHA remains to be the

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-78657808952180325342010-04-14T21:00:00.006+08:002010-05-31T09:56:26.914+08:00

With the weather increasingly getting hotter and hotter in some parts of Asia (especially the Philippines and Singapore), I'm sure most of us would like to indulge into cold drinks and desserts to chill us a bit. In the Philippines, this is the perfect time for the most common and well loved sweet desserts or snacks - Halo-Halo. While I'm missing my favorite mix of this sweetened shaved ice and

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-1336402491225043452010-04-10T09:23:00.005+08:002010-04-10T09:35:23.782+08:00

Say hello to my new found reading companion - Food & Travel magazine. This is my first time to encounter a "non-glossy" magazine (which I'm assuming is more earth friendly?). Except for the odd smell of the paper, it's relatively ok because it feels like you're browsing through a book. Content wise, it's richly filled with interesting reads on asian cuisines and food culture. There are also

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-11931677346198672010-04-09T08:47:00.016+08:002010-04-09T13:26:43.291+08:00

Together with some colleagues at work, we visited a Korean restaurant in Pasir Panjang for a quest to a good tasting Beef Galbisal. It's a grilled dish that's typically non-marinated and uses boneless meat. Thus, it's pure beef taste to be had. What always fascinates me about Korean dining is the literally numerous side dishes and appetizers being served. It seemed like the table is always not

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-1058695108660105832010-04-04T15:48:00.052+08:002011-02-20T16:19:22.047+08:00

With a land property of 710.3 sq km and home to nearly 5 million people, Singapore is indeed one of the smallest nations in the world. But don't let its size deceive you because there are so much more to see and explore in this very diverse country. In fact, it could be for this reason that it is largely becoming a favorite tourist destination in Asia. After a good many travels to the lion city

Sherranoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-28125874040013120862010-04-02T09:22:00.006+08:002010-04-02T10:13:30.563+08:00

While I still couldn't get enough of the fun I had for hosting PPN last week, it's that time of the week again for it. This week's round up is being hosted by Ruth of Once Upon A Feast. I wonder what the pasta geniuses have brought at the table this time? As for me, I'm having something traditional, quick fix and in a way healthy. Among the first things that enticed me upon relocating to

Sherranoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-56030203560947531092010-03-26T19:06:00.041+08:002010-04-02T10:33:50.970+08:00

Whenever we look forward to the biggest happening in our lives, more often than not it’s coupled with much enthusiasm and joy, isn’t it? Well, the long wait is over for the grandest event yet for Our Taste of Life. The table is now filled and oozing with sensory stimuli from all the dishes that came in. With this gastronomic ensemble, this is utterly a parade of stars! I am simply lost for

Sherranoreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-27293372535265204162010-03-24T21:21:00.010+08:002010-03-26T19:06:24.704+08:00

With so many ingredients available in the market for Asian Cuisine, I can now practically cook any thing I'm craving for especially when it comes to noodle dishes. I am in a noodle country by the way, so I think that supports this claim. Be it fresh, instant or dry, the possibilities are just endless. These past few days, I am into Udon noodles. Among the different noodle varieties, Udon has the

Sherranoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-11662453360670418032010-03-22T20:26:00.012+08:002010-03-23T08:23:53.783+08:00

When we set foot to a new place or a new country, almost always we tend to search for the must haves. The must visit sights, the must eat foods and the must try experiences. Only, the order of priority varies from our individual preferences. If you are a gourmand like me, definitely food comes first. Foods in Singapore awake the adventurous cook in me. If the locals are known to be a well

Sherranoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-79785313107694795722010-03-21T17:48:00.021+08:002010-03-23T08:26:20.122+08:00

I still can't get used to the extreme, at times bizzare weather that Singapore has. It's hardly predictable. One moment you're sweating excessively and the next, you're running hurriedly from the raging rain. It's how it was when we spent a leisure weekend in one of the country's most relaxing retreats - the Chinese Garden (also known as Jurong Garden). Though the weather was unfavorable for a

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-8997807157647668282010-03-20T16:44:00.003+08:002010-03-20T17:10:07.582+08:00

I'm truly elated with the current traffic report and visitor hits the blog is getting. Thank you to everyone for all your unwavering support to the site. The jump in the statistics is just beyond my expectations. And as I relish hefty servings of such inspirations, one big happening is yet to come in Our Taste of Life. I'm hosting this week's PPN - Presto Pasta Night! Thank you to Ruth Daniels

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-73517727691866883612010-03-19T19:21:00.005+08:002010-03-19T20:09:01.418+08:00

I was in the mood for experimenting the other day ergo, this unorthodox noodle dish emerged from my kitchen. I oftentimes encountered the beef and mushroom combination in meat dishes but rarely or never at all had I encountered a noodle dish having this kind of fusion. If there is, none that I was aware of. So, it really did come out as a trial thing for me. I have a mixed overall regard about

Sherranoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-45366209448994537942010-03-18T19:59:00.007+08:002010-03-18T21:01:30.934+08:00

It's been a long while since I had a real, good tasting cookies. The kind that's finger licking good to the tiniest of the crumbs. A lot of household names had evolved in making their own cookies world recognized. Among the leading ones are Mrs. Fields and the commercial brands Oreo and Chips Ahoy. Each of these brands had established its own standards of how a cookie (or a chocolate cookie for

Sherranoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-72049115979115881702010-03-17T21:03:00.011+08:002010-03-17T22:44:14.787+08:00

As I perused the busy aisles of supermarkets and grocery shops on weekends, I noticed that there are plenty of ready made sauces and culinary pastes confined in the shelves. These include the popular chili-garlic sauce, sambal chili, hoisin sauce and other Asian favorites. Among the choices to be had, it's the sambal chili that interests me most. It resembles very much of our own "bagoong

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-53308538840073736192010-03-13T19:27:00.013+08:002010-03-13T21:23:18.384+08:00

A good many travels to some parts of Asia introduced me to eclectic, delish eats. The abundance of fragrant spices is just second to none. Discount the element of bias for my being of Asian origin, but great is even an understatement to describe the foods in the region. I would stand for its genuine richness. I have seen this substantiated countless times by famous celebrity chefs like Anthony

Sherranoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-87855889717761178392010-03-12T21:15:00.016+08:002010-03-12T22:53:48.458+08:00

If the best way to know a city is through a city cab driver, what could then be the perfect way to appreciate its culture? For a foodie like me, definitely it's food. By far and large, food speaks of a country's diversity and culture. If you want to have a glimpse of its historical influences, sample the food and beyond any doubt it'll introduce the country to you. It does sound lyrical but it's

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-38300813773134158502010-03-12T19:30:00.009+08:002010-03-12T20:50:16.770+08:00

I'm running late for this event (PPN - Presto Pasta Night) but this pasta dish did make it to the table just before I went off to work today. As always, the dedicated mom in me ensures that there is something delightful to leave the kids with for their big appetite. This was their breakfast item for the day and my entry to Once Upon A Feast's pasta party for the week - Corned Beef Pasta with

Sherranoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-86976784243278941092010-03-08T19:09:00.026+08:002010-03-10T21:36:47.011+08:00

I wonder how and why Lucky Plaza in Orchard Road became the Little Philippines in Singapore. Massive throngs of our kababayans (fellow Filipinos) usually flock in this area on weekends. Think of SM department store on sale season and holidays and that somewhat mirrors this place. When I discovered what's inside the commercial complex, the answer didn't surprise me at all. Lucky Plaza houses all

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-4327030328684437442010-03-07T21:59:00.009+08:002010-03-07T22:43:38.909+08:00

With the enormous shopping centers in the country, unquestionably Singapore is a true shopping haven. For serious shoppers of renowned brands, it could even be paradise. In Orchard Road alone, there is always something new added to its already densed shopping strip. And just to illustrate how serious Singapore shopping is, there's one local department store that uses "eye catching" shopping bags

Sherranoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-78724351195474708992010-03-06T15:19:00.026+08:002010-03-07T21:48:03.695+08:00

Singapore never ceases to amaze the new settlers in us. More and more we're uncovering places and things that undoubtedly prove this is no small country after all. Last weekend, we found a place that perfectly typifies the peacefulness of the Lion City - the Little Guilin. Located in Bukit Batok Town Park (just beside Bukit Gombak Stadium), the place is quite similar to the Guilin of China - a

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-34634283134510741482010-03-05T22:29:00.013+08:002010-03-06T14:21:13.564+08:00

Much has been written in the blogging world about the widely known "Kaya Toast". In the Philippines, I heard that one coffee shop is increasingly becoming a big buzz around town for serving this yummy sandwich. Kaya Toast is a typical breakfast or snack item. It's basically a toasted bread that's spread with aromatic kaya jam and butter and is usually served with soft boiled eggs. It's best

Sherranoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-70414853826420713472010-03-05T21:41:00.010+08:002010-03-07T21:59:01.249+08:00

The Lunar New Year or Chinese New Year is also known as "Chun Jie" or "Spring Festival". It's a long period of celebration that starts from the eve of the new year and ends with the Lantern Festival. In Singapore, the later is synonymous to the famous Chingay Parade. Apart from this colorful street parade, there are other activities that equally present awesome entertainment and glee during this

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-14825692877111475762010-02-22T21:52:00.029+08:002010-02-25T13:00:46.944+08:00

Nearly two months of living in Singapore, I can't help but wonder how time flies real fast in this country. Before I can even savor with much gusto the needed weekend rejuvenation, it's back to work again. For this reason, weekends should be spent with absolute pleasure and joy. Back in the Philippines, our family weekends were typically spent going out and exploring places. In Singapore, it

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-4075559731156661522010-02-19T19:51:00.014+08:002010-02-22T21:31:58.050+08:00

Our new surroundings that is largely dominated by Chinese - Singaporean Cuisine is daring the cook in me. How can I prepare authentic Filipino foods in this foreign land? By and large, this seems to be one of the tough challenges any expat deals with in living overseas (and I'm no difference to experience that). My first struggle began with the classic "Tinola". It's a Filipino favorite chicken

Sherranoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-79259715724522508602010-02-18T21:16:00.014+08:002010-03-08T19:09:18.702+08:00

Singapore's Uniquely Singapore fame will never be such for nothing. In fact, it's even translated to its cuisine. Indeed, the food fare here is unique in its own way. The country is known for having a multi-cultural mix of inhabitants and this is synonymous to the hodgepodge of foods available. There's the local, genuinely Singaporean such as the Hainanese Chicken Rice, Chili Crab and Black

Sherranoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-6536428428167235932010-02-17T20:54:00.009+08:002010-02-17T22:13:29.109+08:00

I already lost count on how many times I did mention in the blog about my missing our habitual pasta treats. What with the recent move to a new country, it all makes the craving more intense. Now that I've finally found my way in our new kitchen, the weekly pasta feast is eventually back into our menu. For this resurgence to Ruth Daniels' Presto Pasta Night, I'm sharing a Seafood Linguine recipe.

Sherranoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-64521276940832006092010-02-16T16:20:00.020+08:002010-02-17T08:29:17.341+08:00

Gong Xi! Gong Xi! Chinese New Year + Valentines Day = merrymaking to the highest level! People were all over the place celebrating. Chinatown looked so vibrant with all the decorations. The main street was well adorned with beautiful flowers. It's also quivering with sounds of joyous people. Restaurants were filled and witnessed to lively reunions. This was Chinese New Year in Singapore...

Sherranoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-454996913117106266.post-78667519341228471102010-02-15T14:06:00.017+08:002010-02-15T15:56:45.240+08:00

Kiong Hi Hoat Chai! Believed to be the most important traditional festivity, Chinese New Year is often times well celebrated anywhere in the world where Chinese community abounds. It is generally the tradition that speaks of the Chinese culture and beliefs about the coming year. Food, gifts, money and a lot more are generously poured out. This is pretty much how we keep Christmas in the

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