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[updated 21 Nov 2020]

Jia Yuen Eating House located at 15 Crane Road is a quiet coffeeshop around Joo Chiat vicinity area. The eatery shop is not noticeable as it is nestled among a row of shophouses and opposite residential housing. We were there on Saturday late noon for our lunch and the whole place is dim like closed for business. But we saw there are people having their meals there and went ahead to check it out. Read More

Vietnamese Banh Mi is my current obsession and this leads me to Bami Express located at Tanjong Pagar Plaza. This is my second visit here because it was closed on my first visit previously. So this time round, I made my way earlier before they close for the day. Read More

Beauty In The Pot’s latest outlet at NEX, Serangoon opened this October with magical unicorn wonderland theme. The restaurant took over the space of the previous MOF@ My Izakaya. And spot the Canton Paradise under the same parent company, Paradise Group next to it. Paradise members residing in Serangoon can rejoice now! Read More

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I have recently convert my Malaysia driving license to Singapore driving license during Covid-19 period. For expat or permanent residents who posseses a driving license from your home country like myself here, you can do you conversion based on the following steps below. But do take note that any foreigners who are above 18 years old and hold a valid work/dependant/student pass are allowed to drive in Singapore with a foreign license less than a year. But all Singaporeans and Singapore Permanent Residents must have a valid Singapore driving license to be eligible to drive in Singapore. Read More

Loong Fatt Tau Sar Piah at Balestier Road has a long history way back in 1948. It is the oldest lot set up shop by Hainan-born owner, Mr Li Fan Long. Tau Sar Piah is said to be invented in 1972 and has been going strong since then. Tau Sar Piah (豆沙饼) refers to Mung Bean Paste Biscuit. Singapore and Malaysia have their own version of Tau Sar Piah and unique in their own way. Read More

233 Banh Mi previously occupied 233 Joo Chiat Road offering wide range of Vietnamese cuisine has now specialised in selling banh mi (Vietnamese Bread) only. The owner, Lily was there at the cashier counter taking orders and payment when we visited the eatery shop for a quick lunch. The eatery shop space is limited and they only have one row of seating spot, which can only fit 2 pax at one time. Thus, most of the customers will opt for takeaway options. Read More

Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel is located in the center of Singapore’s prominent business, shopping and entertainment district, It is conveniently accessible via Orchard MRT Station.Since we are still battling with the pandemic and unable to travel, many hotels have come up with staycation deals. Marriott also offers attractive staycation deals for family and couples retreat. Thanks Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza for the invitation to check out their ‘Iconic City Staycation” package over the weekend. Read More

Singapore’s hot and humid climate offers an ideal home for all kinds of pests. Most pests are simply a nuisance, but some are actually very dangerous. Think of Dengue caused by mosquitoes. Hence, the government of Singapore has decided that pest control is an essential service. Let’s take a look at several types of pests common in Singapore: Read More

A flight to Hong Kong may not be possible at the moment , but you can take a walk down memory lane as you feast at Wan Hao Chinese Restaurant. The restaurant showcases traditional Cantonese classic cuisine that are refined and exquisite with the use of the finest and fresh ingredients. Each dish showcases traditional recipes and methods of braising, slow cooking and deep frying. To celebrate the rich heritage of Cantonese cuisine, the restaurant has launched “Rediscover Cantonese Classics” from 9 September to 31 October 2020. Read More

Antidote started off as one of the cold-press juice pioneer in Singapore. The company produces juices made for the health conscious urbanite. Their juices are designed to enhance the overall well-being of every individual. They have juices programme that customized for weight loss, detox and etc. I did my 3 days juice cleansing with them previously in year 2017. Fast forward, they have recently started offering kombucha drinks. Read More