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Auntie Peng Banana Pie Review: The Original Recipe Worth Trying

Auntie Peng Banana Pie was exactly why we headed to Katong Shopping Centre. The hubby and I had just finished at East Coast Park and decided to drive over for some chicken rice and those banana pies I’d been meaning to try. Most folks know Dona Manis Cake Shop as the go-to spot for banana […]

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10 Must-Have Travel Essentials for a Stress-Free Trip to Southeast Asia

Travelling through Southeast Asia is exciting, but it is rarely straightforward. One afternoon, you might be walking through a market in 35°C heat, the next, you are waiting out a sudden storm that floods the street in minutes. Crossing chaotic intersections, figuring out new currencies, or simply finding clean drinking water can wear you down.  […]

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Top Tech Tools That Make Travel Easier and Safer

Travel is easier to organise today than ever. Flights, hotels, and activities can all be booked conveniently from your phone.  Yet once you leave home, risks can quickly arise. Losing important documents, connecting to an unsafe Wi-Fi network, or struggling to explain a medical issue in another language can turn a trip upside down. Preparation […]

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Awfully Chocolate Rum & Cherry Cake Review: Worth Every Spoonful

I asked hubby what cake he fancied for his birthday and he immediately said he wanted the Chocolate Banana Cake from Awfully Chocolate. Fair enough – seemed like a wise choice as we hadn’t had that for a long, long time and really kinda missed it. But here’s where it gets interesting. While I was […]

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Bahlsen Pick Up Minis Review: Worth Picking Up!

I first tried the Bahlsen Pick Up Minis a few years ago when a friend gifted me a Christmas snack hamper. Nestled among the chocolates and biscuits was a pack of these minis. Honestly? Love at first bite. Why These Bahlsen Pick Up Minis Stand Out I don’t usually reach for sandwich biscuits. The filling’s often too […]

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Ultimate Guide to Exploring Kuala Perlis

If you are planning a scenic getaway in northern Malaysia, Kuala Perlis should be on your list. This coastal town in Perlis is best known as the main gateway to Langkawi Island and offers travellers a mix of culture, seafood, and authentic Malay experiences. Getting here is also convenient—Sani Express operates regular buses from Kuala […]

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Pasta Express Singapore: Fresh Made-to-Order Pasta That Actually Delivers

Hubby and I were at Geneo Mall to collect our race pack when Pasta Express caught our fancy. No queue, no hype—just a whim that had us taking some home for lunch. Turns out, the best carbs sometimes find you. 🙂 Pasta Express Locations NTU North Spine NUS Frontier SMU Connexion The Venue Shoppes The […]

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Hainan Beef Noodle & Claypot Rice at Anchorvale Village: Generous Portion Claypot Rice Under $7

Hainan Beef Noodle & Claypot Rice at Anchorvale Village Hawker Centre serves up claypot rice in portions that are impressively hearty. This unassuming stall became my regular haunt after just one visit. First Impressions Hainan Beef Noodle & Claypot Rice first drew my attention when Anchorvale Village Hawker Centre opened last year. Although the stall […]

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Xiao He Shan Chinese Buffet at Grantral Mall: A $12.80 Feast Worth Discovering

On our way to Geneo to pick up the TriFactor race pack, we decided to pop by Xiao He Shan 小和山优选快餐 for lunch. The hubby had spotted their $12.80 nett Chinese buffet on a previous mall visit and hasn’t stopped going on about it since. So of course, we had to finally give it a […]

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