炎記飛飛雲吞面大王

Residing side by side, there's this 2 Wanton Noodle stall of Fei Fei Wanton Noodle (炎記飛飛雲吞面) along Joo Chiat Place.

Having tried both their handmade noodles, we gave our preference to the newer outlet operating from a coffeeshop. Their's taste less salty in seasoning mix compared to the original older stall.

Other than that, we really couldn't tell their difference from each other.

Handmade Wanton Noodle ($2.50)

Our delicious looking Breakfast after giving it a good toss with the spoonful of Chilli sauce.

And as in olden days practice, no soup would be served with your noodle order, you simply have to request for them with your used bowl after you have emptied out your noodles.

This in turn gave the pure soup a mildly spiced tastes that's both smoothing and fragrant.

TEAC Micro DVD

MCDV 268TV (Carrefour sales at $329)

Saw this Mini Hi-fi set at Plaza Singapura and fell in love with it immediately! Super sharp resolution on its 7" LCD Screen with clear surround sound quality from its little boxed speakers.

Real cool & cute to have one in the room! The brief Specifications includes:

• Dolby Digital/ PCM via Coaxial output
• Composite video output, S-video output
• Component video output (YUV)
• Progressive Scan (YPbPr)
• 16:9 and 4:3 two screen sizes for selection
• PAL/NTSC/AUTO TV system compatible
• Full-function Remote Control
• USB port
• SD/MMC/MS card reader
• Built-in radio turner AM/FM PLL
• TV tuner

Waraku de Gohan

Waraku de Gohan is an attempt of its parent brand Waraku to providing a new experience of Japanese Teppanyaki Casual Dining. Newly opened last November at Cuppage Rd, the level 1 of Starhub Centre.

Wagyu Ribeye ($16.80++)

Its Teppanyaki Wagyu Ribeye was a disappointment when it was presented to us in such thin slices with uncooked fats trimming. The Chef must have been careful in not overcooking the thinly sliced meat.

Though it's Wagyu Beef, we couldn't appreciate the miserable portion of bite; our previous lunching of Beef Steak at Pepper Lunch would have been a more satisfying experience.

Curry Yaki ($12.80++)

Okonomiyaki, the Japanese Pancake was an interesting eat; i could taste a batter made of little Flour and Pork, with lots of Eggs, Green Onions and shredded Cabbages.

With toppings of Curry based Okonomi-yaki sauce, Mayonnaise and sprinkle of Aonori flakes (green seaweed flakes), i rather enjoy this unusual taste.

Sukiyaki Nabe Set ($9.99++)

We regretted ordering this awfully saltish Beef Sukiyaki set. The Wafu based soup was intensively saltish that we only manage to finish up the over-cooked, tough Beef and the rest of the ingredients in the Claypot.

Making a mental note of what not to order here; shall we be back?

My Baby Gloxinia Alive!!

I was OVERJOYED at the sight of my newly propagated Gloxinia that's sprouting! This had been my 1st attempt and a successful one at that :)

The Gloxinia plant in my office had been ruined by rodents during my absence this CNY holiday, so this baby Gloxinia at home is my last hope... and may it continue to do well.

It sure is loving the sunny spot it's being hung at now.

Clementi West FC - New Tries

Finishing our meetings early (it's been a busy wk at work), we were roving at the new West Coast Plaza looking for some interesting shops for our shopping indulgence; sadly there were none as interesting as their anchor tenant - Cold Storage Supermarket.

And despite the many eateries, cafes and restaurants here (many offering dining discounts up to 25%), we could not find 1 of our likes for dinner today. Crossing the road, we came to the newly renovated Clementi West Market & Food Centre.
Duck Noodle ($2.50)

I saw a woman having a delicious looking bowl of dark sauce noodle from #01-171, the 興興鸭肉面 and immediately concluded what i wanted for dinner :) A satisfying meal of ample noodles and succulent Duck meat!

Curry Chicken Noodle ($3)

On the facing row, we saw this Teo Chew Curry Chicken Noodle stall; with only 1 steamed Chicken left, hanging on its stall front, we reckon it must be good?

A Curry broth that's on the heavier taste buds but tastes just as appetizing to us. With Tau Pok, Potatoes, Pig's Skin, Fish Cake and tender Chicken pieces, it's a good alternative to Laksa.

We packed some good generous portion of Roasted Meat & Char Siew Rice for Father from another stall too, hope to blog and share the next time.

Cape No. 7 - 海角七号

The brief love story between a rebellious youth (played by Fan YiChen) and the often yelling Japanese Girl, moves the whole movie forward - this is unreal and somewhat irritating.

I was touched, however by the Songs in the movie, namely

中孝介 Atari Kosuke - 各自遠颺 

微風告知春天來訪 紛紛綻放的花朵香氣裡　令人想起遠方的妳 如春日陽光守護下綻放的花朵 未來 希望之光也會照耀我們吧 我們各自踏上各自所選擇的道路 在未來的某日綻放笑容　直到重逢時 當初許下的約定　是我們心中描繪的 想像中未來的顏色 我們各自踏上各自所選擇的道路 在未來的某日綻放笑容 直到重逢時 各自選擇的道路　在未來的某日綻放笑容 直到重逢時 

For his distinct soulful vocal - i was instantly hooked on this song. The Chinese translation of its wretchedly beautiful Japanese lyrics to share.

  范逸臣 - 海角七號_國境之南

 For the beautiful composition and music arrangements.

And the good work of the movie director in portraying the feelings and everyday life of these Taiwanese. This film certainly should be credited for its good attempt; otherwise it's been over-rated. Some gal-friends watched it 4 times; i would, but only for the last 30 mins of the movie where it stages their live seaside concert.