Truth be told, we did complete the race – with some help. Both of us went for the last open race slot at 11.45am on that race day. Since it was an open race, the Spartan officials at each booth were quite lenient to us. Without their encouragement and push, I don’t think the two…
2019 marks the 9th year since I posted my first blog post which happens to be a blog assignment for a particular University module I was studying. To me, this blog has always been a personal diary for me to document my travel stories, restaurants I’ve been to and products that helped enrich my life in one way or another.
It’s been almost a year since I’ve last visited Origin Bar at Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore. Time sure flies, and just a week ago, they turned one! Origin Grill and Bar The Origin Bar is located at the Lobby level of Shangri-la Hotel, adjacent to Origin Grill, a restaurant which serves clean, farm-to-table meals prepped with…
#SupportLocalSG The #SupportLocalSG movement is going strong this year especially with the new establishment, Design Orchard. There’s finally a dedicated retail and lifestyle space for local designers and brands to showcase their merchandises. Now our numerous homegrown brands can finally take centre stage at the very heart of Singapore’s popular shopping district, Orchard Road. With…
Pryce Tea Any food item, which encompasses our historical or cultural roots, is worth celebrating for. If you have heard of Gryphon tea, you would have also heard of Pryce Tea. Both Gryphon Tea and Pryce Tea are subsidiaries brands of Lim Lam Thye Pte Ltd, a Singapore-based tea manufacturer with over 100 years of…
The Land of Bakkwa Home-grown brand, Bee Cheng Hiang, is now offering more than just Barbecued Pork slices (Bakkwa or rougan) and other popular local snacks. You can expect to indulge in Bakkwa at a whole new level at their flagship store, Bee Cheng Hiang Grillery at Serangoon Road. Bakkwa is no longer just a…
I’ve eaten Yu Sheng so many times in my life but I didn’t really know the significance of this Chinese New Year traditions and how it comes about. In this article, we will explore the origins of this tradition and how it should be done traditionally. What is Yu Sheng? Yu Sheng refers to the…
We kicked start 2019 with a splash! If you are looking for a new sport or activity to learn, surfing might be it. My repeating new year resolution has always been to pick up a new skill. Due to my love for learning, I’m always willing and excited to try out new things. And it’s…
I came back from Hong Kong not too long ago and I’m already missing the delicious Cantonese food there! Although Hong Kong is just a 4-hour flight away from Singapore, there aren’t many casual Hong Kong-style eateries or restaurants serving true blue Cantonese food here. Or perhaps I have not really combed through the food…
I received Canon Mini Photo Printer months ago but I haven’t got the time to actually test out the device until last month. It turns out to be the most useful device sitting in my room right now. Now that I’m more active in bullet journal, this mini photo printer is currently my best companion….
To me, Millenia Walk has always been this secret ‘hide-out’ mall in Singapore. It’s one of those less crowded malls in Singapore with fine restaurants and cafes like Elemen, Tengawa Hokkaido White Curry, Plentyfull, The Dark Gallery and Super Tea. If you prefer to dine at a place with more privacy, I would highly recommend…
It’s 2019 but I have not really look back to reflect on the things I’ve accomplished or experience in 2018. It is better to be late than never. 2018 was a year of self-growth. As I look back, I came to realise how time really flies and that, life is indeed very short. 2018 made…
If chocolates can turn your mood around and lift your spirits up, what more can a chocolate facial do for you? Chocolate Facials Chocolate facials aren’t new on the online beauty scene. Besides, you would have probably heard of it. But back here in Singapore, there is currently only one beauty salon that offers Chocolate…
Happy New Year! Hope you are off to another great start. Just before 2018 came to an end, Yolé gave us (Yolé Tasters) another tasting job – to try their new Strawberry Cream Yoghurt, Merry Raspberry Fresh ice cream and GOLDEN SAUCE (Christmas edition). Each of us brought home a large tub of plain yoghurt…