Resorts World, Sentosa

We are probably the late few people in Singapore to visit the Resorts World? Overseas friends of ours have already told us much about this place so it is time to see it for ourselves.

To start off, it was a hot and sunny Saturday during the National Day long weekend so it has to be crowded. But i did not expect to be walking 10-15mins to get to the entrance of Resorts World after we park our car in the underground car park. Yes, you can imagine the huge size of their car park area but maybe there should be more than one entrance from there?

We finally got into the building to search for lunch but we didn't want to have anything fancy and it seems the only option we have (besides junk food) is Ruyi, fast food version of chinese food.

I really like the variety in the menu and what a fresh take it was for Tung Lok Group to serve chinese food in fast food style! Must try the fried chicken wings and Zha Jiang Mian. I loved the whole experience - and also the dessert of herbal jelly to finish off my set meal.

National Day Event on at RWS

We head out in the heat to explore the rest of Resorts World but the only highlight was Hershey's shop and the caramel popcorn shop next to it.

Caramel Popcorns, I testify this is real yummy!

Actually, we did not understand all the hype about RWS.Interestingly, there was a shop having a 'closed down sale' (already?!) For the benefit of a doubt, maybe because we did not try out Universal Studios? Tickets were sold out by the way.

We'd probably return to Resorts World to try Ruyi's signature fried rice and buy more caramel popcorns, that's if I would ever visit RWS again.

Franchise, anyone?

Warm love,

Starningblue

Quick Brekkie

This morning, it took some time for me to wake up slowly into consciousness of day. It is a National Day holiday and I know it, I wanted to savour every bit of sleeping in.

Instead of venturing out in the late morning sun, whipping up quick french toasts seemed more appealing. Still in bedhead-hair, it didn't take long before french toasts and coffee was ready for breakfast in front of television showing Glee.


Thank God for long weekends, have a great one!

Warm love,
Starningblue

The Original Maids of Honour

Opened since 1887 by Alfred Newens

 

Homemade pies with veggies, roast potatoes and gravy

Award winning Manor Farm Ice cream

This is the sweet crisp puff pastry - ‘Maids of Honour’ with its secret recipe still closely kept within the family today.  History of this pastry can be traced back to 300yrs where it was believed that “Henry VIII first use the name when he met Ann Boleyn and other Maids of Honour eating the cake in silver dish. He was so delighted with the cakes that the recipe was kept secret and locked in an iron box in Richmond Palace…”

Add: 288 Kew Road, Kew Gardens, Surrey TW9 3DU

Tel: 020 8940 2752

~ Juan

Cornish cream tea & Pasty

St Michael’s Mount that was once a monastery, a fortress, a port and a family home…

@ The Island Cafe

Love the many photos on the wall that shows you what life was like on the island in olden days.

When the tide is high, St Michael’s Mount can only be reached by boats. But at low tide, a cobbled footpath magically appears and let you make the journey to the castle on foot.

Add: St Michael’s Mount, Marazion, Cornwall, TR17 0EF

~ Juan

The Smugglers’ Den

16th century thatched inn with proper thick wooden beams and fire place. Its not the easiest place to find (just ask the locals!) but worth checking out if you fancy some real local ales and food made from local produced…

was lucky to even get this shot as it was fully occupied shortly after.   

These thin crispy potato skins with garlic mayonnaise is a must try. Best I ever had.

Smugglers Fish Pie – smoked haddock, cod, prawns

Char-grill sirloin in black peppercorn sauce

Moules Mariniere – cornish mussels in white wine

Add: Trebellan Farm, Cubert, Newquay, Cornwall TR8 5PY

T: +44(0)1637 830209

~ Juan

Organic Chocolate

A friend spotted this on a magazine… Love the sound of “organic and sugar free” and of we went to hunt this down just to satisfy our curiosity. I bought 2, one for myself and one for Ni to try.

Couldn’t quite describe the taste… I had to compliment it with water. Gux I enjoyed the name more than the taste..especially dislike the sourish flavour within.

only tried it after I passed one to Ni… Oops.

~ Juan

Ma Maison

It has been some time since I observed a constant queue during meal hours at Ma Maison in Bugis Junction. I know they serve fusion japanese cuisine and just always wondered to myself is this place worth the queue?

My prayers were answered and the best thing is no queuing required, Kel brought me there to celebrate my birthday and made reservations beforehand - good on the man :)

Inside here, I feel exactly at home. I love the cottage country decor in dark wood. The whole atmosphere is romantic yet doesn't feel too exclusive, it is still a family oriented restaurant.

We chose to order ourselves escargot and soup for starters and it was good. I have just recovered from a week long flu infection so the flavours are deeply appreciated.

I remember having really tasty hamburg in Japan, I couldn't resist ordering the same except this time with noodles in a korean stone bowl. Kel can't choose any other than steak too.

There was absolutely no space anymore for desserts, we had to leave it for next time. Nevertheless, a peaceful and cosy birthday dinner is good for me, I'm a happy girl.

Warm love,

Starningblue