Tuesday, December 28, 2021

Spiderman on IMAX with LASER at Jewel Changi Airport

ABBEY: The wait is over as the Spiderman : No Way Home was shown in the big screen. For us it is literally a big screen as we watched it in iMax with laser. 

I can say that it’s worth it. It’s as if you’re in the room with the characters. Top it up with great sound and you can really feel the action. The picture is crystal clear and sharp. Now into the movie, Marvel did an awesome storytelling . The loose ends are tied up (paying homage to Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield) and other branches are getting lined up (Yes, I guess the X-Men are coming). 

It’s the edge-of-your-seat kind of thing; funny, heartbreaking, tearjerking, as well as promising. The Pinoy in me is really proud, thank you Ned’s lola.

 IMAX with LASER at Jewel Changi Airport


WILL: After watching Venom and Eternals, the excitement to watch Spider-Man: No Way Home plunged. The fun thing for me and Abbey is, he doesn’t like what I love and vice versa. Haha! And yes! I am not fond of Spidey! 

Anyways, as a good wife, I booked his requested cinema hall…IMAX with Laser! This kind of technology was only offered by Shaw Theatres on their Jewel and Paya Lebar Quarter. So, we booked at Jewel on a 9am. Yes! Morning. So our eyes are from a good rest and we can see the difference.

Is there a difference? Absolutely! OMG! It seems that you are inside the movie peeking on what’s happening! The seat? Well, Shaw as always gives an ample leg space and aircon is not that cold as others.

This kind of IMAX is truly remarkable and “A MUST” to book for your next favourite movie!


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Shaw Theatres IMAX with LASER
(W) https://www.shaw.sg/lumiere
(A) 78, Airport Boulevard, Jewel Changi Airport, #B2-237, Singapore 819666

Tuesday, November 9, 2021

Lutong Ina - Filipino BBQ and Pork Isaw in Singapore

ABBEY: I want pork barbecue. And with the BBQ pits closed, the craving intensified. Good thing we found Lutong Ina. We got pork barbecue in skewers, isaw (pork intestines), grilled hotdog and Pansit Malabon (palabok but from Malabon?) :)
For a total of SGD, craving satisfied. I indulged in the Pinoy version of BBQ even the vinegar dip. Parang bumili ka sa kanto. I thought the isaw is of chicken but it is not. I’ll just say I’m not a fan of pork intestine. The pansit is savory; just make sure to mix it well and drizzle it with calamansi. Felt like home when we feast on them.


WILL: Abbey is having this inihaw (grilled) cravings and I am quite love to have this isaw (intestine) as our dinner for that weekend. On our search we found Lutong Ina which is serving both dishes. 

Sembawang MRT is the meet-up place and when they handed us the package, the common aroma of inihaw made our stomach churn. 
Our orders: 
10pcs - Pork BBQ 
5pcs - Pork Isaw 
1 tub - Pancit Malabon 
1pc - Grilled TJ hotdog 

The vinegar dip is amazing, the common taste street food dip. Pork BBQ - quite chewy but the marinate is amazing. Pork Isaw - smells…hmmm isaw?! hehe, Pancit Malabon is just fine, nothing special. Recommended for you to try! Their price is quite reasonable too. 

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Lutong Ina
(F) https://www.facebook.com/lutonginabyedna/



Monday, November 8, 2021

Reflections at Bukit Chandu - World War II Interpretative Centre

ABBEY: At last Reflections at Bukit Chandu reopens after a three-year upgrade. If you’re into hike this is a good one. Bukit Chandu or Opium Hill was once a plant that packed and distributed opium. But this hill tells a rich story of heroism during Japanese invasion of Singapore. 

The heroes? Malay Regiment who fought valiantly led by Lt. Adnan. It showcases how the regiment was formed and how little time the soldiers have for training when the war called them to service. They were against fearsome invaders backed up with more weapons (both air and land) but the Malay soldiers was not deterred and kept on fighting. And the rest is history. 

The patriotism they showed is truly admirable.

Reflections at Bukit Chandu - World War II Interpretative Centre
Opium Packing Machine

Reflections at Bukit Chandu - World War II Interpretative Centre
Video Room

Reflections at Bukit Chandu - World War II Interpretative Centre
The Lounge 

Reflections at Bukit Chandu - World War II Interpretative Centre
Front Building


WILL: This is one of the museums that I really wanted to visit. Unlike other museums that is located in CBD area, Bukit Chandu is located in what else, on a top of a hill (Bukit - Malay word for hill). 

You can trek up for 15mins or via car to reach the newly renovated museum. So what to expect? This is the not so famous stories of Malay soldiers who battled with Japanese troops to defend Singapore. 

First floor showcases how the battalion was formed and trained how they gave their lives with honor. Second floor have this machines and procedures for opium packing. If you are history buffs, you will surely enjoy spending an hour or more in this building. 


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Reflections at Bukit Chandu
(W) https://www.nhb.gov.sg/bukitchandu
(H) 930am - 5pm
(A) 31-K Pepys Rd, Singapore 118458