SriLankan Airlines (Singapore - Male/Maldives - Singapore)

ABBEY: SriLankan Airlines was our airline going to Maldives and back. The route was from Singapore to Colombo, Sri Lanka to Male, Maldives. 

We were able to board a couple of different aircraft model during our round trip. The staffs were all-smiles, greeting and assisting passengers as they board. The meal is good; enough to satisfy my hunger. I was even surprised that the chicken satay are still in the skewers. They have movie on board, but we have a couple of our flights where the monitor is not working. 

They have cameras below and behind the plane and on that you can watch the plane take off, and check what's below while up in the air. It was a first for me. 

One thing I keep wondering is that why they are spraying some kind of anti-bacterial or deodorizer when we landed to Sri Lanka and Maldives. It is an aerosol and I think they empty 2 cans each per aisle. What's the use of that? Good thing me and Wilma don't have asthma. 

Anyways, thanks SriLankan Airlines for flying us.

Chicken Rendang 

Plain Omelette with Mushroom Toppings

Ticket

SriLankan Airline Wings

WILL: I am always excited to board planes that are flag carriers of different countries. From Philippine Airlines, Malaysian Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines.. I am ecstatic and thrilled how they are engaging with their passengers. Now, on our Maldives Anniversary Celebration we tried Sri Lankan Airline. 

We were greeted warmly by the crews of. The movies in the plane are superb, but I do not enjoy their breakfast meal (omelette) but they take pride in their Ceylon tea. 

On our flight from Colombo to Male, I fell in love with their huge plane. Of course, the seats are more comfortable and it seems new. The meal is superb. I ate it all but passed on dessert.

On our way home. From Male to Colombo my monitor was spoiled and it seems that it is a just usual thing for them. I never heard any apologies from them nor any gestures of regret for that case. Since I am sleepy, after I ate my chicken meal, I snooze immediately and forget about the monitor. 

Then, the same plane we boarded going to Singapore. We mistakenly sat at 9E & 9F. I am shocked that the window seat has no armrest (right side). Then, someone called our attention and told us that it is his place, we got up and inquired the attendants what is our real seat since our ticket indicated is 9. Upon checking, we should be at 19. Whew! Bye faulty chair. 

On row 19, Abbey is lucky to have a monitor that is defected. We immediately called the attendants attention and again, she informed us to press the power button for 20seconds. Again, we have done it for many times but to no avail. The attendant never got back to us to check if we already get what we want. For us not to wreck up our happy mood, we passed this issue again. And decided to sleep instead. 

Now, I know that not all flag carriers are same as the others. I will take note of this problem we encountered with this airline. I always remember.

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SriLankan Airlines 

(w) http://www.srilankan.com

24 Hour Contact Center

Telephone : +94117771979

Fax : +94197333999

Email : feedback@srilankan.com

dnata Lounge (Singapore Changi Terminal 3)

ABBEY: We used our annual Priority Pass to access airport lounges for free. This time, we went to dnata Terminal 3 lounge. 

They were serving breakfast when we visited and this includes congee, croissant, brown and white bread, red bean bun, chicken siew mai, cornflakes, coffee and tea. They also have softdrinks, wine, beer, and ale. 

I indulged in their siew mai dipped in soy sauce. Wow. They also have a shower and reading rooms. On further back of the lounge, you can see the planes....

dnata Lobby

Comfortable Sofa 

Food Aisle

WILL: DNATA Lounge at Changi Terminal 3 won the Best Indepent Airport Lounge 2015 award and of course it makes me curious to check it out. 

We were greeted by an all-smile staff in their lobby. And as we enter the place we were welcomed by the food served in the middle of the area. They are serving breakfast that time and I am astounded that they have siew mai. Yes, I indulged in that food, then I tried their bread. Washed off it by tea. 

I enjoyed eating there while watching tv that plays Just For Laughs. Sofas are pretty comfy and the place itself is quiet and on that, you can have your own peace before your flight. Ooh! You can take a shower in there too! 

Thanks DNATA for accommodating and filling our tummy for few hours before our flight.

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Dnata Lounge

(A) Level 3 Transit, Terminal 3, Singapore Changi Airport, 65 Airport Blvd

(T) 6511 0288

(H) 24 hours

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Jason Bourne (2016)

ABBEY: I liked Jason Bourne movies. 

I don't know if there exist a human who have such kind of talent who know who are the enemies in his environment. But that makes him unique. After all those years and his skill, he was not able to decipher who he really is. Poor fellow. 

I got dizzy on the action scenes at the beginning. Wow, the cameras move fast, very fast. 

Disguises, wittiness, cleverness were used by Jason to reach the top floor and meet the villain who wants him down. You can guess how it ends. I think this will be the last. One more and it will be a drag.

Shaw Theatres Waterway Point Ticket

WILL: I am fan of Jason Bourne or should I say Matt Damon, or Jason Bourne or Matt Damon. Haha. 

So Bourne came back into the silverscreen. In this movie, he now somewhat knew about his dad and why/what joined the project. 

A total action! Worthy of my time! See you again Jason! I know you have more surprises up on your sleeves to finish this sequel.

Tenderfresh Classic (Waterway Point)

ABBEY: Before watching the latest installment of Bourne franchise, we first fill up our belly at Tenderfresh. This restaurant is unique. Yes, you will be given a table and then menu. But you will queue up to order, pay it, wait for your pager to light up and collect it. 

For 7.50SGD I had their Lucky Set which includes 2 pieces of fried chicken, fries and coleslaw. The chicken is crunchy, hot, and moist in the inside. The fries has a good amount of serving that I enjoyed dipping in tomato ketchup. Their coleslaw is creamy which differs from other and it is good. They also have tuna, pasta and rice on their menu.

Chicken Cutlet Rice

Lucky Set 

Menu

Menu

WILL: After our seminar with Fausto Couple about behaviours about money and before our not so planned movie date, we dropped by at Tenderfresh chicken. 

This is a self-service restaurant, you order at the cashier and you pick-up the food at the counter. 

I went for chicken cutlet with special fragrant rice. And indeed, their chicken is tender. Haha. Tender on the inside, crispy on the outside. The rice! It is a good combination together with their secret dip. Yum, yum, yum! 

This restaurant is totally recommendable.

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Tenderfresh Classic (Waterway Point)

(A) 83 Punggol Central #B2-04 Waterway Point

(H) 11am - 11pm

THREE by Table Concepts @ Seletar Mall

ABBEY: I'm trying to look where can I date my baby when I come across Three by Table Concepts at Seletar Mall. As the name implies, there are three cuisines: Japanese, French and Thai. 

I ordered their chef-recommended Thai Basil Pork Rice; a rice entry with minced pork in sweet thick soy sauce, chopped red chillis, and basil. It was a delight and delicious. 

I can eat this whole day. Minced pork in sauce with newly cooked white rice is the treat. Next time, we'll try the French and Japanese cuisines.

Basil Pork Rice

Chicken Curry Rice

Thai Menu

WILL: Abbey asked where we'll dine after my dentist visit at Q&M.. My answer is so simple "surprise me". Then he guided me to Three by Table Concepts. 

It is a restaurant composed of 2 diners in it. The cuisines you can choose from are French, Japanese and Thai. We went for Thai. I am bit hesitant to go for Chicken Curry Rice, but I still ordered it.

Wow. The taste is magnificent. It even beats my top 1 Green Chicken Curry. Haha. It is sweet, spicy and a little bit salty. Hayy! This is the main reason why I cannot hit again my target weight. Hehe. 

For those of you who happens to visit Sengkang, try this restaurant. Too many choices to choose from. :)

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THREE by Table Concepts @ Seletar Mall

(A) 33 Sengkang West Avenue #03-37

(T) 6702 7110

(H) 11am - 10pm

Mushroom, Cherry Tomato and Basil Bruschetta Easy Recipe

1/2 baguette - sliced (12 pieces)
5 cloves garlic (2 for sauteing and 3 for bread)
Extra-virgin olive oil
30 cherry tomatoes, halved
20 fresh basil leaves
10 medium size shitake mushroom - sliced

Saute the sliced mushrooms, garlic tomatoes and before turning off the heat put in the fresh basil leaves. 

Place bread slices on the pan. Heat bread on each side. Rub garlic onto the bread.

Serve both hot. 

ABBEY: We first had this appetizer when we celebrated 2016 Hearts' Day at Pizzeria Mozza (Marina Bay Sands). Again, we made our own version or should I say Wilma. She topped slices of baguette with sautéed cherry tomatoes, basil, and mushroom. Every bite is flavorful and sumptuous. I think this can be partnered with mushroom or chicken soup. Thanks Baby Wilma.

Captain America: Civil War (Power Plant Cinema - Makati City)

ABBEY: This post is long overdue and I'll tell you the reason at the end of this blog. 

We watched Civil War at Rockwell Power Plant Cinema and it is the last full show. We bought the tickets online and we really appreciate the efforts of the staff for us to have tickets. There were some miscommunication on buying them but eventually resolved. We were about to pay at their office and we were told that it is a cash basis only. Still, the management accommodated our payment thru card as it was communicated before. 

The tickets were reprinted and we headed out to the cinema. The hall is big with enough leg room for me :) Since this is the last full show, and the place is cold and comfortable, I slept half of the movie. I was too tired. But I got a chance to see Spiderman, Aunt May (haha), and Stan Lee (Tony Stank). 

Anyways, we watched the movie again and I can say that the movie plot is already there in Pinoy movies but it's as if new when it was applied in Hollywood. The action and effects are great. Captain Rogers really believed on his friend. Can't wait for the next movie. 

Kudos Marvel and Rockwell Power Plant Cinema Management.

WILL: This is so, so late.. we apologize for that. 

For Civil War movie review, well, it has its continuation. The dust is not yet cleared. 

I want to take this opportunity to thank PowerPlant Mall for accommodating our request. As you can see, we booked our cinema ticket on the first day this movie hits the theater. 

I booked online at Power Plant Cinema and yet they have some problem in accepting credit cards (international or local). Despite backing out, we send an email to inform them about their site's glitch. In return, they help us blocked the cinema seats manually and we can pay when we arrived at the cinema. 

We commend Ms. Julie for treating us as a gold... As a VIP customer. Again, thanks Ms. Julie and Power Plant Mall. You help us make a wonderful bonding time for me and my family.

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Power Plant Cinema at Power Plant Mall

(A) Rockwell Drive corner Estrella Street, 

City of Makati 1200, Metro Manila

(T) 898-1440 to 41 / 898-1702 loc. 2133 / 09175778161

(W)https://cinema.powerplantmall.com

Simplest Portobello Mushroom Burger Recipe

6 large portobello mushrooms, stems trimmed
2 tablespoons vinegar 
1 tablespoon soy sauce
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, chopped
3 onions, chopped
fresh herbs 
6 slightly toased toasted buns
6 slices of cheddar cheese

Put a little amount of salt in mushroom and let it sit for 15 minutes. 
Combine garlic, shallot, vinegar, olive oil and a liberal pinch each of sea salt & black pepper. 
Saute the chopped onions until transculent and caramelizing. Set aside. Use the same pan to fry the musroom. 
Fry the mushroom using a little amount of olive oil, while frying, brush on the combined sauce. Fry for 7-10 minutes each side.

Serve hot. 

VEDRICT:
ABBEY: First time we ate this is at Handmade Burger. So we thought of having this cooked at home. 

Wilma showed again her cooking skills. It was delicious. The texture of mushroom mimics the meat. We sandwiched it on burger buns with slices of cheese. Best to eat them hot.

National Gallery Singapore - Reframing Modernism

ABBEY: At last we set foot at National Gallery Singapore during their Open House last June. This is our sidetrack before we go to the Piano Festival at Victoria Concert Hall. 

We were given a pair of tickets for the DBS Singapore gallery which showcases Art in Singapore since the 19th century. In UOB Southeast Asia Art Gallery, I'm very proud to see Pinoy masterpieces from the likes of Hidalgo and Amorsolo. 

It was a joyous moment. I'm able to see the real thing not only in books.

Supreme Court Holding Area 

WILL: National Gallery of Singapore open its door for free to awe its visitors. 

Our jaw dropped when we saw the masterpieces of well-known artists of our lifetime. I am stunned to see the paintings from the Philippines. Abbey can easily pin-point what is made by Filipinos. I am glad to see some of the works by Juan Luna. One of Philippines' National Hero. 

Bad thing is we are out time to check-out Pablo Picasso obra! 

Thanks National Gallery for this opportunity! This is once in a lifetime experience. :)

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National Gallery Singapore

1 ST. ANDREW’S ROAD SINGA­PORE 178957

(H) SUN – THU, PUBLIC HOLIDAYS: 10AM TO 7PM

    FRI – SAT, EVE OF PUBLIC HOLIDAYS: 10AM TO 10PM

(T) 6690 9400
(E) info@nationalgallery.sg

Simple Recipe of Tuna Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes

8 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, chopped
4 garlic clove, finely chopped
8 chopped regular tomatoes 
500g pkt pasta (of your choice) 
2 cans of tuna, drained
handful of basil leaves
20 pcs cherry tomatoes (cut into half)

Heat the olive oil in a pan. Saute onion until translucent. Stir in the garlic, then after few minutes add in the tuna. Throw in the regular size tomatoes. Bring to the boil. Give it a good stir, simmer for 5 minutes.

Add your cooked pasta in the sauce and add on the basil leaves. Season with salt and pepper. 

Simple and Yummy Pasta

VERDICT
ABBEY: Another kitchen skill was shown here. This very simple and easy to do but elegant. Aledente pasta, olive oil, tuna chucks, cherry tomatoes, and basil; there you have an aromatic and healthy dinner. 

Thanks Chef Wilma. Can we try spicy tuna next time?

Coney Island Park - Parks & Nature Reserves

ABBEY: We set out Coney Island tour on a Saturday after Wilma's office. So we headed to Punggol Bus Interchange, took Bus 84 and alighted at Punggol Road End. You will know that it is time to alight as most of the passengers will do the same :) 

We rented 2 bikes from Go Cycling at 8SGD per hour for 2 hours. The third hour is free. But there are other shops for bike rent. Biking at moderate speed and following the main path, you can cover the 2.4km-island end to end within less than an hour. 

Going back, we did our sightseeing; their beaches, boardwalk, and the serene and quiet surroundings. Unfortunately, we didn't catch a sight of the brown cow only snake, lizard, and turtles. We're not able to dine as well to eat white bee hoon. The queue is so looooooong. It was fun; I'm able to ride a bike again and breathe fresh air.

Coney Island Entrance Gate

WILL: Coney Island opened its gate to public since last year and I am apologising for not  checking it out sooner than usual. Hahaha. This is an island just off the tip of Punggol area. 

So what can you expect while roaming this island? Well, I am recommending for you to bring your own bike or rent one for $8/hour. The nest time go in there is 4pm, the sun is not that hot because of the shades that were provided by the trees. 

You might see a cow, monkeys, lizards or just like me, I saw a snake (arggh). In my estimation, that is a three-foot snake. Yikes! 

You can check out their boardwalks and beaches. Well, after I saw a snake, we went straight home and never visited what is up for any turns. Hehe. 

Cycling is a good exercise for our heart. If you love nature and like to see new parks of Singapore, go in here, you will not regret to see a fabulous scenery. 

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Coney Island Park

How to get there: Punggol interchange, take bus 84 to Punggol Point Park/Punggol Settlement. 

Walk about 500m east along the Punggol Promenade Nature Walk to get to Coney Island West Entrance.

(H) 7AM - 7PM

Song Fa Bak Kut Teh (The Centrepoint Branch)

ABBEY: After a great workout in Bounce we replenish our energy with bah kut teh. We dined at Song Fa Bah Kut Teh (The Centrepoint). 

I got big serving of pork ribs. I ignored the pork as I enjoyed sipping the peppery hot soup. I think I had 5-6 bowls of soup and then I indulge in the tender meat and youtiao dipped in sweet soy sauce. 

It was delicious and refreshing. Special commendation to Irene for keeping the soup flowing.

Abbey, Benjie and Chat

Dough Fritters 

Pork Rib Soup

Menu

Pork Tenderloin

WILL: I am wanting for so long to dine in here and I got a chance to taste those famous bak ku teh when I attended Peng Joon's III last January. But Abbey is not with me back then, so no review about it was published. 

We planned to dine at a burger stand, but because of tiredness we felt after our trampoline madness at Bounce, we decided to get some hot soup. 

We headed at The Centrepoint, Song Fa Bak Kut Teh's newest branch. 

Our visitor from Middle East was astounded on the soup. We all liked that peppery and tender pork meat. Dipped that into a thick soy sauce! Yum,yum,yum,yum! Oh! Don't forget to soak the dough fritters at the soup before eating! 

Happy dining guys!

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Song Fa Bak Kut Teh

The Centrepoint

176 Orchard Road #02-29/30

(T) 6734 8498

(H) 1030AM - 930PM 

Wing Zone Singapore - Buangkok Branch

ABBEY: Wing Zone announced that they holding their 5 cent chicken wing promo. We went to their Buangkok branch July 6 (Hari Raya Puasa) and we're first in the queue :) Opening is at 11AM but got delayed for 10mins. 

Instead of picking up my order at the counter, the staff went an extra mile to deliver it to our table. Our table is the one nearest to the counter. Maybe that's the reason, but still kudos to the staff. 

I had five Honey Q chicken wings, a cup of rice and drinks. I enjoyed the sweet flavor and the nasi lemak flavored rice. The sauce covered the chicken well as well as my fingers :) I hope next time it can be taken away not only for dine in.

Abbey

Honey Q Flavor

Menu

Tokyo Dragon Flavor

WILL: I am always delighted whenever a non-working holiday hits the calendar but I am happier when Abbey took a leave just to be with me on those days. 

Wingzone still run their promotion even it is holiday last July 6 (Hari Raya Puasa). They still offer Wings @ 50cents. As early as 10:30, we are already there to prevent any queue. The staff arrived at 11am and they opened their doors 30 minutes later than usual. 

Abbey is first in line and I want to taste the Tokyo Dragon wings for myself. It is not that spicy and the flavor of their rice is more prominent than the chicken. Their wings have blood issues too. Hehe. 

Anyways, I enjoyed seeing my husband eating all my leftovers.

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Wing Zone Singapore

Blk 277C #01-13 (2C)

Compassvale Link

(Buangkok MRT - Exit B)

(H) 11:30am - 10pm

(T) 6481 4439

(W)http://wingzone.com.sg 

23rd Singapore International Piano Festival 2016 Kalaidoscope: Cédric Tiberghien

ABBEY: As a friend of SSO, we have this perk to have a free pair of concert tickets. We chose to attend a piano concert as part of 23rd Singapore International Piano Festival : Kaleidoscope. The artist is Cedric Tiberghien. He had the following repertoire:

MOZART - Piano Sonata No. 14 in C minor, K.457
BEETHOVEN- Piano Sonata No. 21 in C major “Waldstein”, Op. 53
CHOPIN - 24 Preludes, Op. 28

He explained how universal key of C is and it reflected in his performance. Thank you SSO. Your friend, Abbey.

Grand Piano Use By Cédric Tiberghien

WILL: This is our third free concert ticket and we are super happy to stumble upon Singapore Symphony Orchestra and its awesome benefits when you registered to be their SSO friend.  

Husband is the one who chose this concert, obviously. Well, he is more of a piano guy while I am fond of violins. We watched Cedric Tiberghien to represent the last show held for Piano Festival. 

What I can say?! Superb talent! I am awed of the fact that he can do that magnificent music on a piano..alone! Haha! I appreciated it but not as enjoyed when I am hearing violins (clearly). 

On the next day, I felt more relax. Maybe because once again, I heard Mozart's piece that always keeps me calm. Haha! 

Till next time kind, sincere and ever systematic people behind SSO! We had a wonderful experience with you!

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BOUNCE Singapore - A Massive Trampoline Park & Adrenaline Arena

ABBEY: When I first saw an ad about people jumping on trampolines, sure it was fun and cool. The tricks are enticing to do and it seems so easy. But reality hits when we went to Bounce (9th floor of Cineleisure Orchard). 

We were given a pair of non-slip socks and waited for the earlier "Bouncers" to clear the place. We tried our skills in the Big Bag. It was hilarious. The trampoline is telling me that I don't have any rhythm in my body. The first jump was pathetic. But after few more tries, it improved as the staff told be to bend my knees a little bit. 

I also tried the slam dunk. Yes, it was easy....on tv. But I struggled on the higher rim. So what I did I slam the ball in the lower one. That's a win. But the staff put me up to another challenge: to put the ball behind the knee then front then slam it. Seriously? Haha. 

I didn't try the Wall bounce and X-Park. Too tired and I feel my knees are giving up. It was tiring but fun.

Dodgeball Arena

WILL: Abbey and I were eyeing for this place since they announced their opening date. Luckily, our friend Chat gave her interest too. Together with her boyfriend (Benigno Betasolo) we booked a schedule last Saturday, 2nd July. 

We arrived early but just on time to check-in at their counter, sign a waiver on their iPads and change socks. 

Exactly 2pm, we invaded Bounce! We bounced, laughed and bounced and laughed. It is like we time-travel back to our childhood! Do you know that we went for a dodgeball competition with kids? Haha! Lots of fun! 

We checked out the extreme park. And yes! I found out that it is an extreme one!!! Jump here, reach there, swing out and slide! I am overwhelmed with it. It is ninja-like or takeshi castle thingy. Haha. 

We went back to bounce out the trampoline. What can I say? I love the feeling of "flying"! Haha. 

We shall return!!! Ooppps, before I forgot.. My body ached for two days because of this activity. It only means that this is a good and enjoyable exercise for everyone.

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BOUNCE Singapore

Cathay Cineleisure #09-01, 8 Grange Rd, 239695

(T) 6816 2879

(H) 10AM - 10PM

(W) www.bounceinc.com.sg