Ultra Soft Bunnies

Who can resist these ultra soft buns from Bunnies? Even though we had a full lunch today, Lin and I just gotta lay our hands on these pop-into-your-mouth mini buns. :)))

We love Bunnies' menu. ;) So cheery!

These buns should be eaten when they are fresh from the ovens!

Our fav: Creamy Cheese (it's no doubt creamy, it's also refreshing & lemony), Sweet Potato & Egg Mayo.

I would usually eat the buns on the spot. But for picture sake, I took the buns home, made them pose a little and here's their portrait. ;) Not bad eh?

Details of Bunnies:
People's Park Complex
Level 1, two shops away from Bossini

Cute Steamed Cakes

I've been contemplating to try BreadTalk's steamed cakes for the longest time. I thought they resemble cushions! Cute! Cute! Cute! :))) Lin & I finally did so this morning. We were in for a pleasant surprise! ;)

There are 4 flavours: marble, green tea, strawberry & orange. We decided to try two flavours for a start. I like the swirls on the marble one, and hence that was my 1st pick. Our second pick was the green tea steamed cake which our cousin, Yahui recommended. 

Oooooo, the steamed cakes were SOFT & MOIST... Not too sweet. :D They will go really well with a cup of coffee or tea. The green tea one was kind of overwhelming for me. I only had a litte bite but the green tea taste lingered quite a while on my palatte. I'm pretty sure green tea lovers will fall for it! ^.^

I will definitely be buying the steamed cakes again! :) They make great afternoon snacks.

Traditional Niang Tofu

We lunched at Beanie's fav niang tofu stall today. :) He has been patronizing it for more than 40 years! : O Unlike other niang tofu stalls, this stall makes their own niang tofus and it sells only niang tofu and no noodles. Every bowl of niang tofu consists of 3 fishballs, 3 tofus with minced pork, 3 deep fried beancurd skin with stuffing and 2 deep fried tofus with minced pork. We always have these little goodies with sweet dip. :) Did I mentioned the clear yellow bean soup is real tasty? ;)

Thank goodness Beanie went with us! ;) Otherwise we have to queue for at least 30 mins. : / To wait that long in the current heat, it's IMPOSSIBLE for me!!! : I

Details of Yong Xiang Niang Tofu:
Old People's Park Complex
#01-1084

Sapa's Little Ones

I visited Sapa, Vietnam with my colleagues about two years ago. It had left a deep & lasting impression; the vibrant culture, colourful attire of the Hmongs, rice terraces and most importantly the children. I often wonder what their future will be.

Their home is nestled in rice terraces. During harvest time, the fields will be in gorgeous green. :)

These children need to work at a tender age to supplement their families' income.  :O Increased tourism has spurred the growth of souveniors sales by children. I'm not sure if its a positive change for the local community. To a certain extent I feel it amounts to child labour. Tourism has nonethelesss help the children (bearing in mind most of them receive litte or no formal education) master some basic English sales pitch. 

No sophiscated toys. It's alright. They have fun with self-made ones! ;) I appreciate how easily contented these children can be.

Count my blessings? I definitely do.The trip served as a constant reminder that my life is very cushy.

How to get to Sapa:

Take an overnight train from Hanoi to Lao Cai

Take a coach from Lao Cai to Sapa (the journey is approximately an hour)

Contented With A Bowl Of Beef Balls Bee Hoon

Beanie bought lunch takeaway for me today. :) It's from our fav beef balls bee hoon stall, The Beef House. Do not turn away from this plain looking bowl of beef balls bee hoon. The beef balls are actually handmade & very succulent. The broth is extremely tasty too. Oh and I need to mention the stall's very own chilli sauce. It completed the beef balls superbly. This simple bowl of beef balls bee hoon is another comfort food of ours! ;)

Pardon me for not placing the beef balls bee hoon in a prettier bowl. I didn't want to wash the dishes. :)))

As for the chilli sauce, I had no choice but to use a little dish for easy dipping. :)))

Details of The Beef House:
No 217 Syed Alwi Road
T: +65 9665 4919/ 9821 5463
Business hours: 9am-6pm (close on Friday)

Mom's Love Note

I woke up this morning & saw a love note on my lappie from Mom. :) She did away with Post-It & scribbled on recycled envelope. :))) She must have left in a hurry. Lots of grammar & spelling mistakes. :))) Should I circle them out for her? Hm... :)))

I actually like my loved ones to leave me notes anywhere and everywhere in the house.
^-^ It makes my day! Happy happy happy....la la la...

Lunch at Original Hock Lam Beef

I had lunch with Lin and Yvonne at Orignial Hock Lam Beef today. :) Ah...another comfort food of ours. The broth is tasty and the the beef slices are tender.







































Details of Original Hock Lam Beef:
22 China St, #01-01
Far East Square (Off Upp. Pickering St)
W: wwwhocklambeef.com