Cafe Epicurious

I like what i ordered: Smoked Salmon Bagel with bacon.

Woman insisted it was so-so and that he can whip this dish up

Hated the fact that we waited nearly an hour for this meal.

I had bacon tucked in my right cheek pouch. Yes, like the hamster.

Thats Yunting looking all studious. PUI! :b

Havent spent Sunday like this for some time..i love u guys!

Justina is awesome.
Gonna launch weekly till the day i fly (:

Bubble Tea Review

KOI
[the ultimate king of bubble tea]

likes: coffee mate and their tea goes so well together. grass jelly milk tea is a must try. i dont take their pearls so i can't comment much. order their ice cream milk tea if you like a slightly thicker and creamier version like myself

dislikes: the efffing long queue and wet plastic bags

Eskimo
[a fantastic substitute of the above]

likes: i was the only customer at Dhoby Exchange branch thus i didnt wait long for my virgin cup of milk tea. price is competitive at $2.40. Did i mention that their mini pearls/pudding is really good?

dislikes: i regretted telling the world this brand is good. Share Tea was way better than Eskimo!

Share Tea
[a fantastic substitute of KOI]

likes: the strong milk/cream taste, blends well with the tea!

dislikes: the overcooked pearls.

Gongcha
[sorry cannot make it]

likes: none

dislikes: the strong tea taste, the yucky caramel milk tea and the bitter grass jelly. gave them a good 8 tries and sorry, i don't like it. Will never ever queue up for it again.

Each-A-Cup
[flavored drinks are better than the milk teas]

likes: efficient service

dislikes: sugar powder everything is overload with calories i don't need. havent had a cup there since...forever.

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There you have it. My very humble verdict (:

Abundant Life

6 battery road office lobby revealed after 4 months.
Refreshing change, i like! (:
I feel good stepping into office hehe.

You know this building has been around for ages?!
Very well maintained by Capitaland.

That flower wall cost $750,000. Siao bo!

Went shopping and got my bag.
It's the slouchy version inspired by Hermes of course.
Wanted to get the one from Marco Tagliaferri as seen here on Rumi:

She totally rocked it, didnt she?
Mine's only $72.90 because its not real leather. But the style and function works similarly.
I saw a 'stiffer' one at Everbest going for $515, Zipia's version is USD45 and some push cart at Raffles City selling between $60-$75. This version from MT cost USD695. I figured it not worth my hard-earned money so i went for a PVC one. I AM LOVIN' IT!

Had dinner at ION with Xingyu and she showed me her Su-Shi bag. This snake skin/leather vintage bag is sucha beauty! Lovely shade of bleu too. That's Aimee rockin' hers:

I'm eyeing the brown-ish shades, about 198 Euros.
I'ts definitely cheaper than a Mulberry. Havent found another combi i like since the Powder Tweed.

The bustier dress that arrived from my ASOS parcel (:

This gorgeous lace cropped top cost me $89.99 from Forever New.
Damn heartache but i love it so much!
My supplier said this textile is his Mum's table cloth. OMGG...thanks ah...

The super chio dress i'm going to launch on sherniece.lj in April (:
Available in black, coral and grey. Quality and cut is fantastic and i'm expecting it to be a sell out though togas might not be that 'in' this season. But i know my model will rock it.

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Just had Crystal Jade for dinner and then KOI with Dadee and lil' sis.
Mum's in Jakarta for a short work-play trip.
Elder sis' weekend is pretty much spent with her fiancee.

Yesterday me and Faith did some really disciplined and efficient shopping trip during lunch at Isetan's private sale. I must thank her for introducing me to Robinson's and Isetan's sale, its frikkin awesome ok!! Not as 'auntie' as I condemned it to be.

Tmr's scrapbook course will be awesome because i'm going to complete this in 3 hours:

Have a good one darlings (:

Elie Saab Fall 2011 RTW / Jason Wu

Clean. I like!

Cosmetics Review

I am on 2 days of MC again. Hurray to that (:

Gonna write up on some reviews of the products i use. May be useful to my readers.
Photo credit to owners.

Ettusais White Body Mist:
i suffer from body outbreaks often and this product cleared up a fair bit of my acne prone skin. I spray it on after shower. I think it is mildly acidic.
Verdict-worth the investment

Vaseline Aloe Fresh Total Moisture:
this is applied on my skin immediately (everyday without fail) after shower. works best when pores are open and when skin is slightly moist.
Verdict-thumbs up

dr. Georgia Lee cleanser:
i was using the special cleanser from dermatologica previously but i got some allergic reaction to it. hence, i decided to invest in this product. it works as a make-up remover as well. milky formula and doesnt leave my skin feeling tight after cleansing.
Verdict-pricey, doesnt cure my dry complexion but by far, the best cleanser i have ever tried

dr. Georgia Lee moisturizer:
easily absorbed but still, not good enough for my dry and flaky skin.
Verdict-no difference from all the other moisturizers. i paid quite a lot for this product, branding?

SK-II Whitening Source Dermadefinition:
sadly, i dont know much about this product but i got the entire set, with the Pitera at some airport. It's suppose to illuminate skin and create uniform tone. i barely use it these days but i think i should start.
Verdict-to be confirmed at a later date

BIOSKIN Suncreen O2 Foundation:
no picture of this product but its the second step after applying my makeup base. SPF30 to shield the Sun and it is tinted.
Verdict-conceal skin imperfections yet offers UVA/UVB protection. for 30ml and function, i think its worth the price.

 

Le Blanc De Chanel:

this product is a primer, otherwise known as a makeup base. Makes foundation last longer, absolutely love the smell!

Verdict-i like! but i think i can do without it too.

YSL Everlong Mascara Waterproof:
by far, the best mascara alive. doesnt bleed and it lengthens my eyelashes beautifully without clumping. smells divine and the packaging is oh-so-glamorous!

Verdict-if you're going for the natural look, this is a winner. though i think the brush design could have been better. i bought mine at Thailand airport as it is not available in Singapore.

Ettusais Eye Zone Tinted Color Essence:

doesnt conceal much if you have panda eyes like me. though i use it religiously before leaving home as it moisturize the eye zone

Verdict-worth a shot but don't bet too much on this one

Origins No Puffery:

this cooling mask is so useless. nuff said.

Verdict-no go.

Chanel Rouge Allure (Imagination)
Love this lipstick. by far, the best one i've got.
Verdict-super worth it

Vaseline Lip Therapy:
Can't do without it. i've cracked lips on bad days and pale looking lips on every other day. This helps to 'oil' my lips for a long period of time and it heals fast too
Verdict-cheap and very effective. i apply this before slapping on a lipstick

Shu Uemura Purifier:
i use this to remove stubborn make up. doubles up as a cleanser and a make up remover.
Verdict-good

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I realized i've spent quite a bit on skin care and cosmetic products. Skin condition improved a lot with time but still not good enough. I should be investing in the anti-aging range soon. Cursed with bad complexion, facial can't help much. All those oxygen & acne treatment blah blah..in the end, boils down to my diet and sleeping habits.

Skin problems:

1) dehydration (so annoying, i can't put makeup in peace with my skin flaking all the time)

2) uneven skin tone

3) nasty eye bags

4) fine lines on my eye bags

5) pitted holes (shall try out Derma Roller this year)

6) white & black heads

7) acne scars (whitened over a long period of time though)

i wanna try this product some day. Their tagline caught my attention: one drop locks up the ocean. WAH, got so powerful a not. Maybe its the solution to my dry skin! Unfortunately, i think the manufacturers are not sincere about giving the free samples. Asked for a sample 3x over their website and none arrived though they said it has been mailed out. It's not that easy for a mail to be lost in Singapore. Unless the courier auntie or uncle stole my beauty product for their own pleasure?! A few other girls encountered similar problem (its all over Hada Labo's facebook page).

While spring-cleaning..

I stumbled upon my precious ballet junk, PAP kindergarten progress card and i had my 9 parfum bottles dusted.

OMGZZZ..im so high on medication..

Mcgrill

My verdict:
nothing special.

Its tender, the tomatoes are fresh and sweet, sourdough was fluffy.
Basically, grilled chicken taste almost the same everywhere.

I will buy it because its 2 for the price of $5.25. Cheap and filling enough (:

Si Chuan Dou Hua

Sei and Kin having a hard time with the menu

The Si Chuan fish slices with chili oil/seeds that killed us all. Ooops, i chose it.

Our Japanese boss decided to stand treat last Monday at Si Chuan Dou Hua Restaurant.
Fantastic view and company (:

I'm sick. And happy to be sick. Its always good resting at home with medicine that puts me into a deep sleep. Don't wanna recover too soon though.

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Caught Never Let Me Go with Eunice.
I didn't get the chance to read the synopsis prior to the movie.
Thus, i ended up wikipedia-ing during the movie itself O_o
What a loser. I know right.

Its gonna be an exciting month ahead.