Truefitt & Hill Barbershop in Singapore

ABBEY: Talking  about man-pampering, my wife gave me a makeover when we went to Truefitt and Hill Barbershop at Marina Bay Sands. You’ll be in Sherlock-time scene once you enter the shop. 

My barber, Alam is very kind to give suggestions on how can I have a better look. “Alam” is a Filipino word which translates to “know”. Alam really knows his stuff. I got a great hairstyle, a trimmed and shaved beard and mustache. 

Not only that, I also had the whole work; shampoo, cold and hot towels as well as a massage. I’m warning you all of these didn’t come cheap. They cost almost 200SGD. But it’s really worth the value for your money with the service and experience. Definitely putting this on my budget.

Truefitt & Hill Barbershop in Singapore

at Marina Bay Sands

WILL: Abbey always treats me to a salon. He does have a budget for my hair regimen every year. Hmmm, I do not have that budget. Why? Men are not so picky who will manage thair mane right? Well..WRONG! As part of Abbey’s 10th year celebration here in Singapore, I booked him to a barbershop that holds a Guinness Book Of Records of the oldest barbershop, the Truefitt & Hill. 

Truefitt & Hill has a branch at Marina Bay Sands and Duke of Edinburgh — is one of the profiles they are serving. Wow! A Royal! Please free up a 2 hours of your day to enjoy the full experience of it. I can see that my husband is totally pampered that time.

A Royal Hair Cut SGD 75 and Shave SGD80. It is a total makeover and indeed a new look for him. Everybody was shockingly amazed on the transformation. Haha! Thanks Alam for making my husband so gwapo. 

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Truefitt & Hill Barbershop

(W) https://www.truefittandhill.com.sg

(H) 10AM - 11PM

(A)Marina Bay Sands  2 Bayfront Avenue  #B1-083/084 Singapore, 018972 

(T)6688 7233

Scrambled Egg Tofu Recipe

Ingredients:

Firm tofu (crushed to small pieces)

Ginger (minced)

Green onions (chopped)

Carrots (cubed)

Cashews (chopped)

2 tbsp oyster sauce

2 tbsp soy sauce

2 eggs

1 tsp rice vinegar

Chilli flakes

Sesame oil

Salt and pepper 

Mix rice vinegar and egg and beat. Cook the eggs in the pan with small amount of oil. While cooking stir it to break the eggs into small pieces.

Heat oil on the same pan and put the cashews, then ginger and green onion. Add in the chilli flakes after couple of minutes add the oyster sauce, carrots and tofu. Finally put the soy sauce, eggs and sesame oil. Stir until well combined. Top it up with green onions and serve.

Scrambled Egg Tofu 

VERDICT
WILL: I saw on Abbey’s to cook list, the scrambled tofu and egg. Without question, I just put it in our weekly menu. Haha! Never imagined that tofu can give you a good viand like this. All I know in tofu is to be steamed or fried but this is another level. 

Tofu is smooth and all the flavours of other ingredients were absorbed ny tofu! Nice Abbey! 

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Royal Caribbean's Quantum of the Seas - Singapore Departure

ABBEY:

Activities

Still we haven’t left the “hotel at sea” as there are a lot things to do.

We did wall climbing and this time the belay is automatic. I managed to reached the top. Make sure not to climb when the sun is at its peak else you burn your hands.

Next is Flowrider. I was afraid I will get another fall like when I was on skates but good thing is you can ride the waves in your belly. Balancing is hard but I enjoyed it. Being hit and wiped out by a jet stream of water is also part of the fun.

Bump cars are also there. This is the time that you want to crash into a car. Remember to turn the wheel for continuous movement.

Next is Laser Tag. Our team lost but my consolation is that I was the top scorer. This is workout in itself.

They also have game consoles and table tennis.

All these activities are for free. You either just make a reservation or queue in line.

Room

Our room this time has no physical balcony but instead a virtual one. There’s something in the water at night that makes me feel that something would just grab me and no one will notice. Haha. The room has enough space to store our clothes for the whole trip. The bed is comfortable as well as the pillows and the sheets are clean. Our attendant really pays attention to our needs.

Ship

Quantum of the Seas is definitely bigger than our first cruise ship Mariner of the Seas. What I like is the Solarium; a serene place for adults where you can lounge or dip in the pools. Yup, no kids. Hehe. We got a chance to alight the ship at Port Penang and really had a good view its massive size. It has 15-16 decks. They removed the outdoor basketball court though. An indoor area was allocated for it as same as bump cars and laser tag.

Quantum of the Seas | First Revolutionary Cruise Ship - Singapore

Activities, Rooms and FREE Dining 

Royal Caribbean's Quantum of the Seas - Singapore Departure 

Jamie’s Italian

Royal Caribbean's Quantum of the Seas - Singapore Departure 

Wonderland

WILL: Royal Caribbean is not contented with their previous services. Well, they gave a huge effort to exceed every cruisers expectations. Bigger ship, high tech rooms, more exciting activities, and add up a fabulous entertainment. 

Let’s go with the bigger vessel. The quantum fleet is humongous. It has 17th floors. Floors that holds a room, restaurants, activity floors, pools and gym. 

How can I say high technology rooms. Because I do not like to look on a black emptiness every night outside through balcony’s glasd door. I requested Abbey for us stay at inner— stateroom. No windows. But this doesn’t stop Royal Caribbean ingenuity. They install a 72-inch tv beside the bed for  witness what us happening outside the ship. Well, I feel more comfortable on that. 

Quantum of the Seas do really have an array of activities. I enjoyed the bump car, laser tag (reservation needed), the Vitalis gym, Solaris’ (adult only area) jacuzzi, and quite diffucult wall climbing. For the Flowrider, I hated it. Tried once and I will not do it again. Haha! Put some hoops at the basketball court too. 

Please indulge in their complimentary restaurants. The Windjammer which is open from breakfast to dinner. Please look out for their juicy grilled porkchop. The Solaris Restaurant have the almost same food with the Windjammer but that place is quieter and serene. There’s a timing for the hotdog and ice cream booth. Do not miss those out. Main Restaurant’s waiters are absolutely cool. They will treat you like a king and queen. The menu changes every night and there’s a live entertainment by your very own waiters too. You want a sandwich for your lunch? Go to The Cafe @Two70. The best!  Italian cuisine? Sorrento's Pizza is open to serve you. Craving for sweet pastries? Cafe Promenade is there! Do not hold yourself. Just eat! You are in holiday! And it is FREE! 

Abbey and I decided to have our first dinner at Wonderland Restaurant. I can only describe it in one word.. WONDERFUL! Gosh! All the dishes are bursting with uncommon but delight flavours! Yummmm! The dinner costs us USD98 per pax. Please alot 2-hours to enjoy the magical presentation and explanation of dishes and it’s every bite. Haha. If you want to double up the serving, do not hesitate to request. They will sure give you another serving. 

Jamie’s Italian is present in most of malls in Singapore but someone told us that the food on board of Royal Caribbean tastes different. Oh gosh! We pigged out! Please watch the YouTube video of Abbey here. There’s a warm hospitality from the crew of Jamie’s. Everybody is checking on us if we are enjoying our time. Well, yes it is everybody because even the Sous Chef went to our table to see if everything is fine. The food? Delizioso!  

The shows are highlighted for Chinese speaking cruisers. Still acceptable as there’s only one language for smile and laughter. Oh! The performers are interacting more with the audiences. 

Bravo! Royal Caribbean! 5-days is not enough to enjoy all amenities in your ship! Of course! We will book and book and book again with Royal Caribbean on our next cruise!

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Royal Caribbean's Quantum of the Seas - Singapore Departure 

(W) https://www.royalcaribbean.com