Getting into the Groove ...

I have been pretty slack the past few weeks... after basically going all out and making a bunch of pieces for consignment shops, my pliers and gemstones took a faaar back seat as I caught up with loads of k- dramas. 

This necklace had been sitting on my desk for awhile, and I've just decided to list it in my shop. I love beading. All that wiring and placing of gemstones exactly where you want them. And then slowly, imagination becomes reality. 

Time to get back into the groove... and start on a new k-drama ;)

why?

I was thinking the other day, why do I hide myself on my blog, but I don't mind (I do a little) putting photos of my son or friends (if they allow it) on here?

It got me thinking ... about conversations I had with friends over the past month or so regarding something I've been thinking about on and off for years, and decided....

(if you're interested... )

egg tarts

an assortment of yummy egg tarts from Fancy Delight.

After a Korean lunch one day a week ago, we decided to get some egg tarts at this shop nearby. They had lots of flavours, but only took home these- Apple Cinnamon, Durian, Double Chocolate, Coffee, Original and Orange Chocolate. Orange Chocolate wins!!! 

I've been wanting to blog about something for a week or so now, but I need to sit down to write it out properly. Hope you had a great weekend!!

Singapore Skyline

 Marina Bay Sands, the ArtScience Museum (lotus shaped building on the left)

Singapore's Central Business District along the Singapore River 

I love Singapore. We are a young nation, with many quirks. We have issues to iron out, but generally since our 47 years of independence, I think we have much to be thankful for. We are a very small nation but we are unique. Our history, people, and identity.

coffee lovers only

love coffee? 

my cousin sent this cute little picture to me. 

I think it says at the bottom it was done by Kate Moore 2011.

Loola's and the Cookie Museum

After church one Sat, my sister and I met up for dinner at Loola's at the Esplanade. 

Again, it was my first time there. Nice place that reminded me of Food For Thought, one of my favourite hangouts. (Food for Thought wins.) That's my French Toast made using brioche, with caramelized pear and a scoop of whipped cream? Or was it mascarpone? Yummy! My sister had one of their All day breakfasts... hey, who says we can't have dessert and breakfast for dinner! Hehe...

Bakery and bar area

After that, we took a walk through Public Garden, an arty bazaar nearby and then met up with my cousin who was in the area.  We headed to the Cookie Museum in the Esplanade for a drink, though truthfully, I was starting to get really sleepy. ;)

 The Cookie Museum is known for the local flavoured cookies like Hae Bee Hiam (prawn-chilli paste), Hainanese Chicken Rice, Laksa, Nasi Lemak and floral/fruity flavoured cookies. Sounds weird? They taste very interesting!

My sister and cousin ordered a Chai Latte and a coffee, whilst I went for this ultra- thick hot chocolate that was a dessert in itself. It was wonderful, except I was quite stuffed after dinner and my late lunch so I couldn't finish it. 

We were treated to a sampling of a few flavours of their cookies, and were told they have made about 350 flavours so far! We loved their Rose, Macadamia and Green Tea Strawberry flavours. Not all are for sale at one time, some are made according to demand. But now we know what to gift visitors from overseas and our loved ones for birthdays and Christmas! :)

Pique Nique

 

So one afternoon, a friend and I met to catch up. I hadn't seen her in awhile, and after walking through a fashion exhibition, we headed for a late lunch at Pique Nique. What's new to me, is hardly new to anyone else. Haha... 

It was a quaint little eatery with a small counter for baked goods at the front, with a rustic theme. We sat at a long wood table; very cosy!

 

 That's my Cajun Chicken Mac & Cheese. Delicious!

 

And my friend's All Day Breakfast. It seems to be a trend in restaurants these days, all- day breakfasts. I guess every one loves bacon and eggs!