The Face of My Country

I realised that my recent blogs are all about food! Time to make a change!

For Singaporeans, a common sight as we travel on the roads is on-going construction. And it isn't that we can't finish what we plan to accomplish. It is the constant desire to keep our offices, our schools, our flats safe and perhaps more spacious with time. Without earth-rattling quakes, forceful typhoons or prolonged floods, why do we need to give our concrete a facial or a face-lift every once in a while.

The wisdom behind it is not to belittle persistent sunshine and faithful humidity. And even before I understood all these, someone else has thought of it and committed himself to work on it. Isn't this wonderful? We're all relaxed and carefree, not nervous about getting out of a hotel or shopping centre alive.

Inevitably, we don't think about a lot of issues which God already thought of. And all because He knows our needs. And in human condition, not all who know our needs will do something for us :)

Truly blessed to live in the hands of Him who has mercy on us
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The usual breakfast

I have not gotten tired of eating french toast. It maybe because they taste different all the time. Today's toast is the most successful - no sogginess, not too salty and it's golden brown!

I may get tired of it soon if I become perfect at it so quickly...
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Bryiani and Ginger Tea

When mutton is placed in the yellow rice full of Ghee to cook, the beautiful mutton bryiani is made.

My taste buds went through a rare journey of spices as I savour the rice.

Oh, but the adventure truly began when I surveyed the cup of Ginger Tea. Do you drink from the lower vessel or the inner cup?

And I asked for instructions from other patrons. And as instructions was misunderstood, I drank from the lower vessel, the cooling agent!

Later, through a friend, I learnt the art:
Let the batch in the outer one cool, then pour into the cup and drink.
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Anjappar Indian Restaurant

How lovely to know how to use spices and entice your own people to join you in a meal. I saw this restaurant when looking for food in jurong Point. As all patrons are Indians, there's no doubt that the food is tasty. I entered and got a seat after a few minutes. Waiters were quick to address my needs too.
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龟苓膏in Clementi Central

The entire shop sells only this herbal jelly (derived from turtle shell). I didn't know they're made of turtle's hardy home! I suffered 5 seconds of guilt. And has to admit that I am Chinese and Chinese finds benefits in all foods.
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My own space

Having my own kitchen is no small pleasure.
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Wine Company!

Lovely visit across CCA Branch at Evans Road.

Papadam and char Kway Teow has recommended wines. Each person 20++ dollars!
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My instrument

If I am an instrument, I want to produce as rhythmic, as alive and as resonating a melody as the drum
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Homemade breakfast

Tablemat from Laos, spoon from hostel and plates from Japan(bought in Robinsons). Breakfast? Made by me!

Such a simple breakfast was unattainable until today. And I am glad God led me to appreciate such small things in life so deeply.

A friend commented that I look happier through the photos and I can't agree more. With my own space, not encroached in any way, I feel bliss. Thank you, Lord.
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How great is the Wall

1. Amazed by the uneven steps which followed the terrain so as to cut down hacking of rock
2. Impressed by how the soldiers wore the armour to run up and down this wall
3. Stupefied by how the meandering. Wall looked the same after 5 minutes
4. Shocked at how my numb fingers and lips could find my food and work in harmony
5. Happy to have trekked with a wonderful international team

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Dining Pub in Beijing

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Passing Through

China bans blogs so I could not write anything for Dec 2010. If you missed reading my blog, leave a comment! :)

First, May you be showered with love, joy and peace in 2011!

I spent quite some time alone in China and once, I passed this dining bar which is featured in my guide book. It was Christmas Eve and the whole place was packed. I was cold and alone and wanted no rejection.

Amazingly, the seat right at the door was vacated the instant I entered. Mercifully, I did not need to trod to another place to dine in -10 degree celsius.

Pizza, soup, tiramisu cost less than SGD20 and it was a wonderful time alone. The couples next to me talked and soon they were forming part of the background noise of the festive atmosphere.

Really love the tibetan pictures and the coffee served. And I kept witnessing the scenario of guests entering, bringing in the cold and their turning away when they said they didn't make a reservation. I felt like a very fortunate person. I felt blessed that night.

Love the name of the pub most - 过客。 we're all passers-by of whichever place we trod. Life is transient.
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