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Monday, September 26, 2011

How To Create a Double Eyelid With Glue

If you're single-lidded, you may want to know how to create a double eyelid with glue. Eye glue is commonly used to enhance the eyelid folds and make the eyes look bigger. This method of creating a double eyelid is safe and effective when used properly, plus it lasts all day. Choose your favorite brand of glue and get started.

To create a double eyelid with glue, you will need:
• Eyelid glue
• Prongs

1. Start with a clean, dry face. You want your eyelid area to be free of oil. This will help the glue to stay on longer.
2. Using the prongs that came with your eyelid glue, push in slightly above the lash line to find your natural crease. This where you’ll be applying the glue.
3. Paint the double eyelid glue along your natural crease area. Apply horizontally along the lid, with the middle directly over where you want the crease to be. Use enough to cover all the way along the eye. Wait around 30 seconds for the glue to get tacky and clear.
4. When the glue is almost dry, use the prongs to create a double eyelid. Push inwards with the prongs until the crease is shaped to your liking. There is no single right way to do this, just follow your eye shape and go along until you’re satisfied with the look.
5. Adjust your look by opening and closing the eye and using the prongs. If necessary, apply a thin second coat of double eyelid glue. This is most common for people who have thick lids.

Bad side of it, it might be a permanent solution although some ppl mentioned after prolong use of it can create crease. (It takes skills to prefect it.) some might irate yr skin too.

Friday, September 09, 2011

This yr mooncake festival

I tone down my spenditure on it, broke hehahah.
Anyway can’t eat much, need to cut down the intake of carbohydrates.
This yr round, I also find that the some mooncakes are repeating n not all is not nice in tasting.
Mooncakes not longer make in traditional way le, hotels n shops r completing furiously, trying to outdone each other plus pricing is also rising. Yucks!!

Found some fancy design n packing when I went to taka orchard for mooncake tasting. Some r unique especially those from the westernized style shops.
Even my hubby is awed. Hehahah

I realize most of sg ppl still prefer traditional mooncakes. Taste BEST!!

Thursday, July 28, 2011

Try to put in effort into makeup / beautify myself

There is a saying
“there is no ugly woman but only lazy ones”
means I need to brush up my makeup skills n put in more efforts.

Time to stock my makeup essentials n cleanser plus ample of sunscreen (high Ph++, I scare for freckles)
or shld I get some all-for-one BB cream; fads in Korean n NW here.
Hunts in Watson n awed by so many choices. I often seen on the street, females with flawless complexions I most envy. Found out to be one using a gd foundation, gd coverage & u too can be one of them.
Need to pay more attention to my grooming; schedule my threading freq, extra effort for my fizzy flyaway hair. Pamper myself with afew gd facial treatments choices. Ways to enhance my features. Matching my wardrobe, looking gd always at outside try photogenic. Hehahah

Looking beauty is STEP by STEP, heheh aim to be a portrait.

Friday, June 10, 2011

Gd choice or not

Shit it seem like I getting myself in another shit case or environment...
Bore n no prospect plus low entitlement n abit no respect ppl like. Sort of humiliating I find that, does nt suit the qualifications. Fuck off!
Dun know y I get in my mind to take up this offer… sad case. Like I said I didn’t ask for much... just give me a decent deal, n I will suck it up n be a gd one as u like.(do whatever I can). Only gd thing of it is location, damn near but nt the location Im looking for.
Hrs is longer than other, n here funds is so pathetic, bleed ppl dry, n hardly give ppl gd resources n cheap benefits. I feel like moving from condo to a shitty four/ three rm flat.
Questionings n probing just adds on to my anxious mood. Spoil it. Frankly speaking, I can see any pt of this cos no benefits can come out of this. With this kind of pay, can’t expect me to give my best! Cos im NT satisfied, nt happy!
So ex eating here, is just a neighbourhood area area. I just dun feel like giving much plus nt much variety n no freedom

Saturday, May 21, 2011

Love More New Zealand Kiwi Acnes (Love it!! but hard to get)

(note.. this is extract fro xiaxue blog, love reading her blog!!)

With the strong adhesive ability, acne can be removed completely, turning your skin smooth immediately. After the removal of acne, the skin won't be dry but with moisture retained. Natural kiwi fruit extract prevents further proliferation of acne.
The kiwi extract removes dead skin cells too, causing fairer skin with smaller pores.

There is three types; serum softener opens up pores for easier acne/blackhead removal(nose area; stubborn blackheads!) and massage for 2-3 mins. The softener feels like water.
Apply Purifying Mask. It is white with little beads of green. Wait for 10-15 mins till the mask is dry, and remove. Wash off with warm /cold water.
Lastly, the Purifying Astringent Essence like a toner. This works to contract acne prone pores. Pores will become smaller and less noticeable! :D

Friday, May 20, 2011

LoveMore Masks

Been reading Xiaxue blog, n notice this interesting!!
(This is extract from her blog)

LoveMode is actually one of the best selling mask brands in Taiwan. Tiffany Hsu is an endorser of LOVE MORE facial masks. Packaging are cute! girly! 6 types of masks n 3 types of 3D masks

will check it out in Watson, they r having member preview sales!! I wanna to taitai, n pamper myself w masks! Goin to get The Love More Purple Series and The Love More Pink Series S9.90 each

If you just want a mask to hydrate, lift, whiten or firm your skin, you can try LoveMore famous 3D masks!

What is a 3D mask? 3 Kinds of 3D masks
It is like e usual paper mask but with ear hooks to lift and firm skin from your neck, cheeks, eyes and mouth areas - neck care is just as important as face care! There are many different masks to choose from depending on your desire.

There are two pairs of ear hooks makes the mask secure on my face! The neck portion is ingenious! While wearing the mask it is adviceable to massage your face a little too to let the awesomeness absorb more. :D
The mask also has a "Hives" pattern. This ensures the mask fits better on your skin and will not absorb the moisture from your skin when it is dry.

Sunday, May 01, 2011

Discovering new outlet for online shopping

Wow, way to increase my spending (I confess Im a spendthrift) n out my savings goess… hehahahah to relieve my unbalance of life is shopping.
I like the process of it, forget other nonsense n fully concerate on my ‘hunts’.

This time round, im stunned is my hubby introduced me to this 
I always wan to try, but lazy to figure it out. Im damn hooked NW!
New clothes are coming to my wardrobe, time to pick my fashion tips too. Do I need more hangers? Maybe I shld get some shoes (high heels are hit nw, I shld my hands on a few pairs) n bottoms?!!
Or some decorative bits for my home? But it will add up the delivery n shipping chargers.

Monday, April 11, 2011

Tips to save $$

Man! i reali need to save money after buying a flat recently, totally wipe all my saving. SQ 1 again, hard leh, but reali reali need to tighten my belt.

Magazines always say "Save 10% - 20% of your take-home salary every month" it is a ideal range for saving .. if you have excess on certain months .. just deposit the excess into your savings. If there's no family commitment, I guess you can even increase it to 30%.

Separate savings and spending a/c - easier to prevent overspending. 2 days after payday, immediately Giro off a fixed sum into yr savings bank. Make it "ma fan" for you to withdraw money fm yr savings a/c by: Dun apply atm card on yr savings a/c. (gd one!)

Cut off your credit cards. This is the number one problem to zero savings. (I minimize to 2 credit cards; mastern visa. Try to use cash most of the time so it will be easier to manage my outgoing cash activites.)

Once you get a paycheck, put a certain amount of money that you think you NEED to survive the month. (Still trying veri hard for tat)

If you know that your meal/snack/teabreak is going to cost more than $8, stop. Find a cheaper alternative to eat (taking note).

No taking of cabs! (discipline myself to leave early, so i able to make my destination on time)

You are allowed to buy only ONE item that costs more than $50 each month as a way to pamper yourself, and it CANNOT be the same type of item that you have already bought in the last 6 months. Meaning, if you have already bought a bag in the last 6 months, you are not allowed to buy yet another bag within 6 months. (tat reali hard!)

Friday, April 01, 2011

Review: SkinMD Natural Shielding Lotion

SkinMD Natural Shielding Lotion - Concept of a shielding lotion :"It binds to the skin such that the environment is not allowed to penetrate and desiccate the skin, essentially forming an invisible shield around and throughout the skin just like an invisible glove would!"


Retail Price: $18.00 USD
Availability: SkinMD Official Website

Pros:Light-weight,Non-greasy formula,Absorbs quickly,Hypo­allergenic and paraben free
Great for oily skin.
Cons:Would have been better with a pump bottle.
Claims to be fragrance free but there is a slight scent

This is a very natural lotion for the skin, and before trying it I was very afraid it would be greasy or heavy. Upon trying this, I was surprised by how light it was. The texture is almost like an emulsion or an essence. Therefore, it doesn't even feel like I'm putting moisturizer on. Even though it's very light, it still provides adequate moisture for the skin, which really helps with reducing the production of oils on my face throughout the day. There was a day I forgot to apply this on, and I realized my face was much oilier than usual.
I also love how the texture of my skin feels after this. Now, I don't have smooth skin at all on my face, but with this I can feel a much better texture than if I hadn't put this on. This lotion can be used for the Face, Hands, and Body. I've tried it on my hands before, and I also love what it does as a hand lotion.

Overall, this is a great natural moisturizer.
why not give this a try?

Saturday, March 19, 2011

Todai – The International, Seafood and Sushi Buffet At Marina Bay Sands!

http://www.gourmetestorie.com/?p=8015

Reservations : 6688 7771
Website : www.todaisingapore.com
Lunch: 11.30am to 4.30pm (last order at 4.00pm)
Dinner: 5.30pm to 11.00pm (last order at 10.30pm) , Mondays to Thursdays – S$54++ (adult), S$26++ (child) Fridays to Sundays, Public Holidays, Eve of Public Holidays – S$58++ (adult), S$26++ (child)

Thursday, March 10, 2011

Make it even better by BK

As the title had spoken, it definately took the idea from Mac. It is a BK offer (one day onli from 11am onward). This time round im nt goin to join, cos sg ppl r too kasu. so wat is just a dollar (w no oblication of buying a meal) but with a super long queue, its just a waste of my lunch time. i guess im nt a 'hardcore' kasu plus it nt a new burger. It had been out for some time, i rather take their double fish filet meal for sgd4.50 but the taste is poor compared to Mac's.

Wednesday, March 09, 2011

half day frm work, have a wonderful meal n time mood :)

Today, i specially took ahalf day off frm work to relax.
had facial n do some shopping, late fulfilling lunch n ran some errands which i had been putting it off/ shelved for sometime.

I loves pasta specially soaking in milk sauce. :) yummy. although i know it kind of stuffy n fatty but i just dun like it in tomato sauce
This Italian spatt resturant is one of my fav. http://www.spageddies.com.sg/

if u r feeling rich n wan a taste of pasta w abit or orient style, try this Tokyo's pasta specialist Youmenya Goemon @ Marina Bay Link Mall. http://www.soshiok.com/multimedia/photos/530 It offers an impressive 32 varieties, cooked with ingredients ranging from alfalfa sprouts to shabu shabu pork. U may need to queue n wait for your spatt to cook to perfection, but definitely worth it!!!

if nt, u can try this western food; Aston. quite cheap but long queue.
for me, i tend to fav western n jap food mre than other asian food.

Monday, March 07, 2011

Pondering abt shifting environment

Thinking to shift, mostly cos of my colleagues influence. Ppl r leaving. I mean those im ‘close’? I dun c I could get much out of it if I stay mre like shame to me. Kinda of force me to leave, sad I dun ask for much.
But I just could get it, my luck?!
It kind of hurt!!! REALLY!!!
It does! Ass, why like tat!!

Thursday, March 03, 2011

Mac new burger nice

Here comes the new burger, cool.
Ver nice, jap fav, nice grilled; me fav part of chicken; thight w fresh veggies n sourdough bread. onli it is abit fatty w the skin on.
Mac is having a promo for this new burger from Mar01 - Mar07 (1-for-1 ala carte). in order to avoid 'Kasu' queue, i went for a mid-wk tasting w my colleagues. Although is crowded but lucky manageable. It is so tasty, that im thinking to bring my hubby along for wkend meal. hehahahah.
although is a promo but nt reali cheap if u add a drink n fries. (sgd 5.50 for 1-for-1 burger + med drink + med fries = SGD 10+)
I may nt go for it after this promo ends, is not i cheapskate but i think this burger meal cost SGD8, abt ex... wow...fast food resturant getting ex.
Those kids who can study at Mac; must be rich(or parents.) maybe next time they may turn their study area to hawker centre? hehahahah

http://www.makeitbetter.sg/

Tuesday, March 01, 2011

Galvanic Spa - my dream...

The Nu Skin Galvanic Spa help current stimulates cell rejuvenation in your face, body and scalp,the gels help eliminate toxins and impurities from your skin and minimize your pores and allow them to breathe.It can be used on body help reduce cellulite and on face as regular anti-aging skin care regimen. The best part is, you don't have to use it periodically . quoted by someone "Four months ago my Mom was using it for 3 times a week but now she is using it only for 3 times a month and results are still better."
Galvanic Spa got a newer verison and new ageLOC treatment gels.
It seemed to be very ex to spend about a month for treatment gels, but you can go to a day spa to get the same results, or buy a small, hand-held device and do it yourself for a fraction of the price.

Before the actual process, remember to wash your face and dry it. Also, let your hands be moist. Next comes the Pre-treatment step. Apply the gel and use your face conductor on it. During this step, the spa instrument and the the pre-treatment gel are negatively charged.The negative charges repel each other and drive the pre-treatment gel into the skin.
Next comes the treatment step. Apply the treatment gel and follow the same process. This time, the galvanic spa instrument and the treatment gel are positively charged. Again, they repel each other and drive the gel into the skin.
Wash your face when the gel dries, and look into the mirror…instant younger, healthy looking skin!


Check with your physician before using the Galvanic Spa instrument or receiving a Galvanic Spa treatment if you are pregnant, have a pacemaker or similar device, are epileptic, wear metal braces on your teeth, or have a metal implant. The Galvanic Spa instrument should not be used over an area with many broken capillaries or over an inflamed or open wound. Use product only for its intended use as described in the Galvanic Spa System Owner's Manual.

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Whitening.. ... in soap form??

im stunned.. .. abit questioning abt the abilities of whitening soap.
cant believe there is reali a thing for whitening in soap form.. so long didnt use soap le.. nwasday ppl use showerfoam to bath. but i do know but dhc cleansing soap still prefer the oil solution in bottle, much convenice to use n keep.

Nw there is two famous brand of whitening soaps; Kojic Acid Soap, Likas Papaya Soap.
from what i unearthed, both can be used on body n face but can be drying somtime. So preparedyr moisture n lather. N alway rem to use sunscreen on face n neck (i alway believe if pdts with whitening properties make skin mre senstitive to sun)

Likas Papaya Soap is an organic and herbal soap that promises to lighten the color of the skin. It is a local product from the Philippines, and is the first one to hit the market using papaya as the main whitening ingredient.

Friday, February 18, 2011

Nice pieces of accessories to introduce... ...

I love costume jewellery, it make yr wardrobe look fabulous n simple top look interesting, some even bling bling. I lve!!!! although I own alot of pieces, but i just cant resist in adding n adding again to my collection. hehhah sometime i may had a hard choice in deciding wat to wear or match.. like maybe im in funky mood, goin for geek look, innocent fairy sweet look kaiwaii, or settle a simple sosphicated piece for a nice special evening with my honey. Or a formal look for office n wear another for a cook chic evening later w collegues, or even for oldies look. these can reali bring out the 'look' n yr attitude to yr dressing.

Ok nw, lets tok no more. Im aiming for this collection. in fact, i alreadi eyeing afew pieces, im sure u know what im toking abt when u see these.

House of Harlow 1960 Jewelry by Nicole Richie (ever heard of this, or ring a bell in yr head if nt u r reali 'gugu') http://www.boutiquetoyou.com/category_s/860.htm

The Story:
The brainchild of LA starlet Nicole Richie, House of Harlow 1960 is the hotly anticipated jewellery collection from one of the most influential style makers of this generation. Seeking inspiration from the bohemian heyday of the 1960s and 1970s the collection explores every theme true to this look from gypsy to tribal and flower child to edgy streetwear. Richie is fast establishing herself as a fashion icon. Named after her daughter, House of Harlow 1960 is a labour of love for this self-confessed jewellery collector.

Monday, February 14, 2011

Almond Cookies

Ingredients:
9 tbsp butter room temperature
2/3 cup confectioners' sugar/powdered sugar
1 egg yolk
8 ozs bleached all-purpose flour
A pinch of salt

Whole toasted almonds with skin
Dark chocolate, melted
Almond nips

How
Cream butter and sugar until light and creamy. Beat in the egg yolk and salt, cream until well combined. Add flour and mix until a dough is formed. Rest dough in the fridge for 30 minutes.
Take a marble-sized dough (I used a melon scoop), flatten and wrap around the almond. Shape into an oval cookie. Place on lined baking sheet and bake in preheated oven 350 f for 15 minutes.
Remove cookies to cool on cake racks. Melt chocolate in the microwave.
Coat cookies with melted chocolate by dunking cookies in the melted chocolate and removing them with a fork and place on cake rack. Top with almond nips before the cookies set.
Place cookies on small paper cases.

Thursday, February 10, 2011

Everything Rice Cooker Cookbook...

Whether you already own a rice cooker and you are looking for more ideas, variety and challenge -OR- you are just planning to get started on a rice cooker, this book does it All.


Buy from Amazon now! It is in stores too, e.g. Barnes and Noble, Borders.

This cookbook is more than to teach you perfect recipes. Rather, it hopes to empower you with an extensive coverage of recipes by understanding the basics of rice cooker cooking which includes techniques and sequence. The possibilities are endless if you are willing to explore, try and sometimes...be a little crazy. Take a look at the contents from Amazon. There have Rice, Noodles, Pasta, Soups, Seafood, Vegetables...and more. All these make up 300+ recipes - Easy and simple recipes, delicious dishes

Sunday, February 06, 2011

CNY in office

This yr, CNY celebration in office nt bad.
They got theme plus I think ample funds to hold a decent one.
I lve the buffet settings... all the nice food yummy! I like ‘Yu Sheng’ guess mostly is cos I get to eat the raw fish nt veri fancy for the other stuffs then.

They even invite lion dance to go each dept n do some stunts. Some of my colleagues ask them to do a favor to wish a gd luck or career for them. Fun I think.

Saturday, February 05, 2011

Baked Rice

Easy version
Cook everything in the rice cooker (using an upper rack to steam the broccoli & potatoes) and then transfer the cooked rice to a baking pan in the oven. Though it is short cut, the baked rice still tastes good. It is a “double carbo” baked rice because there are two main carbohydrates component in it – potatoes and rice. Although double carbo sounds sinful, it’s actually very nice because the potatoes go well with the rice, plus it is really filling so I ate a smaller portion to be full.

Ingredients (Serves 3)
- 1 cup uncooked rice, washed
- 20g to 30g butter
- 5 garlic cloves
- 1 potato, peeled and sliced, 100g broccoli florets, stem trimmed
- 5 gourmet sausages (around 200g)
- 1 to 2 tbsp corn nibblets
- cream of mushroom (undiluted) /Japanese mayonnaise
- Shredded Mozzarella Cheese, optional Shredded Cheddar Cheese(abt 150g)
- Salt & Pepper

Directions
1. Using a microwave, melt butter to liquid (should be less than a min). In the rice cooker pot, add melted butter, washed rice, water to cook rice (I use slightly more than 1 cup of water – adjust the water amount according to your cooker), garlic cloves, salt and black pepper to taste. Stir well.
2. Using the upper rack of my rice cooker, I place broccoli florets and sliced potatoes. Be sure to leave some of the air vent open. If you don’t have an upper rack, you can steam them separately. Cook the rice mixture prepared in step 1 together with the upper rack of vegetables in the rice cooker.
3. When the rice is cooked, mash the steamed broccoli and mix it well into the rice. Then add in the cut sausages and corn nibblets. Mix everything well.
4. Portion out the rice into oven-safe baking dishes (you can also use disposable aluminium tray) until slightly more than half the depth of the dish.
5. Smear some mushroom soup sauce or Japanese mayonnaise on top of the rice.
6. Arrange steamed potato slices on top. Top it with a layer of shredded cheese. Baked in a pre-heated oven at 200C (392F) for about 20-25 minutes, or until all the cheese has melted and is very slightly browned.

U can tried this with different styles like hawaiian etc.
as long as there are pineapples and ham in a dish, the eateries will name the dish as “hawaiian” in the menu. Cliché as it may be, pineapple & ham is a tried-and-tested and wonderful food pairing nevertheless.

Friday, February 04, 2011

Relatives gathering

As I get older, I realized I dun reali like to go for all family + relatives gatherings.
Guess it is due to im nt reali close to them plus the awaked moments n questionings n some ‘gd-hearted advices’
Nt fun at all, I will sometime wish it end faster, guess im nt confident / proud with my achievements.
Plus I got married le... need to pack so many angpows wow. Really spend a lot leh, just this gathering.

Tuesday, February 01, 2011

Help! for damaged hair

Eden Allure Argan Oil - http://www.amazon.com/Eden-Allure-100-Moroccan-Argan/dp/B001BLIE32

MoroccanOil, oil treatment for all hair types, 3.4 oz / original size - http://www.amazon.com/MoroccanOil-moroccan-treatment-types-original/dp/B0013WEO9C/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1300436591&sr=8-1

both can easily bought from amazon .com, they had great reviews from ppl who rave abt it.

Eden allure argan oil can be used on face, hair, body even nails! whereas MoroccanOil is mre focus on conditions of hair.

For Hair: To restore shine and softness to dull lifeless hair, and strengthen brittle hair. The Vitamin F (Omega 6) nourishes the scalp alleviating itchy and dry scalps. treat yourself to this twice a week.
For hair repair and nourishment: Apply a generous amount of Argan oil to your hair, running your hands thoroughly back and forth. Wrap a warm towel around your head, and let it sit for thirty minutes before washing your hair.
For protection and shine: Apply a small amount of Argan oil to your hair after shampooing by running your hands through your hair from scalp to end. Give your hair that healthy glow all day.

For Skin (Face & Neck): anti-aging effect. Argan oil is ideal for all skin types, dry, damaged, sensitive, and allergenic skin.
Apply early morning, and make sure to apply at night when the body is away from the daily stresses of life. After cleansing apply small amount to face and neck area. Rub gently in a circular motion until absorbed into skin. Apply around eye area to diminish lines, crows feet, and those pesky bags underneath the eyes.

As for the face, if u got combination oily skin, suggest you keep it away from your face. Better safe than sorry.

Sunday, January 30, 2011

Republic of Steak

Republic of Steak is a steakhouse restaurant.

Given the name Republic of Steak, it feels wrong to order anything-other-than-steak. we decided to share a Republic Burger, When the waitress brought the burger to our table, our first reaction was: “you gotta be kidding me!”. The republic Burger is HUGE. For $12.90 nett, the set comes with a drink and one side (choose from coleslaw, broccoli, salad, baked potatoes, mashed potato, fries, potato salad, onion rings, buttered rice).
The size of the deep-fried onion floss probably made a difference to the overall image of the burger, but still, it was a 200gm beef patty topped with streaky bacon, melty cheese, crunchy lettuce and fresh tomato.

Republic of Steak is a pretty decent place for good western food, U can try the Angus steak ($19.90) and some of the other main courses like Norwegian King Salmon ($13.90), Pork Ribs ($18.90) and Breaded Chicken ($6.90).

Republic of Steak located @ Victoria Hotel Singapore

Monday, January 24, 2011

"A Must have Dress for the New year"

I happen to come across this! when i was surfing some blogshops. Very interesting!!


The Talia Convertible Ruched Dress is a chance for you to design your own dress and
create your own style! A Victoria’s Secret inspired design, the Talia Convertible Ruched Dress packs well and is ideal for party, play, shopping, work, dinner and dance, prom, or even for attending weddings!
The best thing about having a convertible dress is it can be wrapped in countless ways from demure to
daring and you can even change your style part way through the day.
Slim Fit, ruched on sides, non-sheer, Drapery matte jersey material with smooth and
polished texture. Can be worn in a variety of styles, including: Strapless, V-neck, Cross-back, Double-strap one-shoulder, One shoulder, Halter, Knotted-strap halter, Twist-front halter, Twist-around, Back-braided,
Instructions for wearing Convertible Dress



Thursday, January 20, 2011

CNY resolutions?

Thursday, January 13, 2011

Icecream, Icecream Singapore

Here are some of icecream palours in sg here.

Anderson Ice Cream , Awfully Chocolate, Azabu Sabo Ice Cream - The Central @ Clarke Quay
Ben & Jerry
Canele Patisserie - Raffles City
Haato ice cream at Clarke Quay, Haagen-Dazs
Marble Slab Creamery - Iluma @ Bugis
New Zealand Natural Ice Cream
Scoopz - Parkway Parade, Seventh Heaven newly opened at the basement of Takashimaya
Other homegrown; Island Creamery - Great World City, Daily Scoop - Clementi Arcade etc.
Tom’s Palette at Shaw Leisure Gallery is a local ice cream parlour which specialises in homemade ice cream with very unique and exotic flavours. Are you game to try ice cream flavours like Longgan Red Date, Sarsi, and chrysanthemum?

Tom’s Palette is known for their exotic ice cream flavours.
Sarsi-flavoured ice cream was somewhat like root beer float, with subtle hints of Sarsi. With a darker shade of green, the chrysanthemum had a very distinct and clean sensation.
Salted Caramel Cheesecake was divine: soft and slightly melted, the silky smooth with an airily light cheesecake taste.
The Melt & Sizzle Berries and Chocolate Pops; chocolate pop gave a sizzling sensation, and it felt as though the chocolate was dancing on the tip of my tongue.
Chocolate Sorbet. It was bitter, and much darker than the Imperial Dark (made of 95% Dark Chocolate) that I tried at Galta’s Gelato.

* * *
The ice cream flavours at Tom’s Palette will change periodically, so if there’s a particular ice cream that you want to try, do give them a call to see when it will be out.

Sunday, January 09, 2011

Wednesday, January 05, 2011

Cook-off recipes - Dessert

Banana Turon Y Crema with Blueberry
by Cotton Bleu (Serves 3-4)

Ingredients: 3 ripe bananas, peeled n halved lengthways, ½ cup brown sugar, 2 tbsp cinnamon powder, 5 pieces spring roll pastry, 4 scoops Vanilla Ice Cream 1 box fresh blueberries, ¼ cup caster sugar, 4 cups vegetable oil, for frying ¼ cup sliced almonds, toasted ¼ cup water.

Methods: Mix brown sugar with cinnamon powder and roll banana slices in the mixture. Individually wrap sugar coated banana halves in the spring roll pastry and seal the ends with some water. Heat vegetable oil in a shallow pan and quickly fry bananas on high heat till they turn a uniform golden brown. Cook blueberries in a pot with water and caster sugar until it achieves a soft, syrupy texture. Set aside and leave to cool and thicken. Cut fried banana pastry into halves and serve hot with a generous scoop of Häagen-Dazs vanilla ice cream topped with blueberry sauce. Garnish with toasted almonds.

Saturday, January 01, 2011

Crepe Making

It's New Year!! My first new year post, Ya lets kick off a healthy lifestyle.
Crepe making for yr light breakfast or a combination for yr dishes e.g. like wrap beijing duck even DESSERT.
Crêpe Mix: 1 cup Plain Flour, 1 pinch Fine Salt, 2 Eggs, 1¼ cup Milk.
To prepare the crêpe mixture, sieve plain flour and a pinch of salt into a mixing bowl and make a well in the centre. Add eggs n ½ cup milk, beat into a thick mixture. Gradually fold in ¾ cup milk, continue beating till mixture is smooth. Heat and brush a small pan with oil over medium heat, and ladle a bit of crêpe mixture in the centre. Swirl pan around so crêpe mix spreads over the entire surface. Gently flip crêpe when edges start to turn brown. Remove after a few seconds. Wow.. la! its Done!