Bornga (Original Korean Taste) at VivoCity

ABBEY: We have dined in at Bornga Korean restaurant at Vivo City for lunch after a book hunt at Logos Hope. Feeling that I won and got my prized books, I ordered Chadol Duenjang Jigae. It will be prepared to you by their chef at your table. Unfortunately, I said yes when he asked me if chilli should be added. I'm not that a fan of chilli as my tongue gets numb and I'm not able to taste the food. The chandol taste sour and spicy; maybe its because of the kimchi. 

We were also given small bowls of side dishes like soy sprouts and anchovies. It was a new experience to have dined in a Korean restaurant. Next time I'll try their bulgogi.

WILL: After our hunt for discounted price books of Left Behind Series at Logos Hope, we decided to splurge on our lunch. It was the 2nd day for 2014 Chinese New Year holiday and we understand that almost all of restaurants will be packed by hungry people.We set our foot at Bornga. Well, I have a craving for Korean cuisine for that day and Bornga will be perfect.

I asked for Dolsot Bibimbap. They poured in a complimentary bottmless hot tea and the side dishes starts settling on our table. I was so shocked that was really a lot! I jokingly told to the server that the side dish can fill my tummy and hope that I just ordered a steamed rice, haha. 

Dolsot bibimbap is very good specially partnered with kimchi. Oh, I love kimchi a lot. 

This is a very recommended place to dine. The place is very relaxing and the attendants are very accommodating. 

Thanks a lot Bornga Team, you made our holiday so great! 

Rejoice Container Services Pte Ltd at Bishan Park

ABBEY: We have visited a couple of parks here in Singapore including Bishan Park which we went to recently. As usual I'm the "uninvited" guest at Rejoice's gathering. 

Bishan Park is a huge place occupying about 62-hectares of land. Outdoor activities like picnic, jogging, skating (inline skates can be rented), and kite-flying are amongst you can do on the park. They even have dog playpen too. 

The most prominent feature is the old concrete canal that was transformed into a river with the purpose of encouraging the people to get closer to the waters. Stepping stones were set so people can crossover it and enjoy the sight of fish and water plants. But the public is being reminded that when the sirens went off during strong rain showers they should immediately get out of the water as it rises up to 3-meters high. A peak was also formed so visitors can get a good vantage point of the site. 

Visit the park day or night and you will be amazed, relaxed and refreshed.

WILL: Our Rejoice Family organized a mini-event, an outdoor fun at Bishan Park last Saturday, 15^th of March. Clap, clap, clap to Sherwin for arriving first. Haha!

As instructed, each will bring a meal from our own kitchen, Abbey and I really put an effort to cook that time. Why? We both thought that we can just order 4 boxes of pizza but Ma’am Ivy suddenly asked us to cook something. Well, hello to kwek-kwek!

All brought food and we sat there, listened to stories, eat so much and laugh a lot! We are so full that time and that makes us so sleepy! Kung pwede lang matulog dun talaga. Haha!

We bid goodbye around 9PM. The Bishan Park is so perfect for jogging, cycling, picnic and even watch the fish swim against the current. The cool breeze is so relaxing! Thanks Rejoice Team for introducing Bishan Park to me and Abbey :)

Earle Swensen's at VivoCity

ABBEY: We have redeemed dining vouchers with our bank card points a couple of times. And now that it has come to an end, we tried to use it on Earle Swensen's. We visited their branch at Vivo City mall. 

The reception area is small but once you were ushered to your seat, you will find the dining area has a lot of space and very comfy.

I ordered fish and chips as I was craving for fries. Unfortunately, the fries was cooked "well done". I didn't have the time to ask for replacement since I ate half of it already and the fries somehow tasted good as they are crispy.

Also, the salad bar is open. So we packed our plates with cherry tomatoes, croutons and greens. We also got a rootbeer float. Total bill? 63sgd, but we paid only 3sgd. Thanks for the vouchers. It was a good meal.

WILL: First of all, thank you so much to Citibank Singapore for this $60.00 voucher. We had our ice cream at Swensen's before but what is with Earle Swensen's at VivoCity? Let's find out.

The Earle Swensen's VivoCity branch has a quite cosy feeling than the other Swensen's branches. We sat on a very comfy seat and ordered. Savory Chicken Baked Rice and Rootbeer Float for me and Abbey had Fish and Chips and Tuna Quesadillas for an appetiser  After we stated our wants, the server told us to help ourselves at the salad bar. I am a fan of leafy green vegetables so I really went gaga when I found out that it is a SALAD BUFFET!!!

Let's do the verdict at my food. The chicken baked rice is not so creamy. Sad. Lacked of sauce. I just gave to my husband half of it in exchange of his fries. In my disappointment with my meal, I just fill up my tummy with their salad. The rootbeer is perfect. So smooth! 

Next time, we will try your San Francisco style grilled menu. 

Malay Heritage Centre

ABBEY: Malay Heritage Centre is located at Sultan Gate near Arab St./Muscat St. where Masjid Sultan is a famous landmark. The centre exhibits the history, culture, and occupation of Malay Singaporeans. The facade has its name on it and a fountain. 

The building has a touch of mostly yellow and brown. No footwear is allowed inside but you won't feel any dust as the place is clean.

It displays artifacts like guns, gifts of sultan, knives as well as the tools used for fishing (boats and nets) and livelihood utensils.

As Filipinos are of Malay decent, I can relate and see where did we come from and how we are evolving through the time.

WILL: Like Philippines, Malay race influenced Singapore big time.

I am so pleased to checkout last 2014^th Chinese New Year the first Istana Kamping Gelam. When you get here, please take note to take-off your shoes before going in; maybe this is to preserve the natural beauty of the wooden floor.

You will see in the gallery the maps, pieces of jewellery  their culture and my favorite part are the games. Gosh, when I saw that short film, it felt the urge to play those outdoor games again!

Hooray to National Heritage Board for the effort on preserving this house. If you are Singaporean and Singapore PR, you can enter this for free. 

Fazer Geisha

ABBEY: This was a reward from Ma'am Josie for being the first person who can guess the place that she posted in Facebook. She came from Paris but I don't know if the chocolates were from there as well. 

I'm guessing it is not (don't get mad Madamme if my assumption is wrong) as the cocoa bites were named Geisha chocolates. They are sweet and smooth. So whenever I went to the fridge I get a couple of them and eat for my sweet tooth. Thanks again Ma'am Josie.

WILL: My husband is so happy when Ms. Josie Jean hand over her price to me. Well, its a box of Fazer Geisha. I saw a pink wrappped chocolates and thought that it would be a strawberry flavored, haha! So damn! 

Unwrapped and ate one, no strawberry!!! Popped another one and one and one. The chocolate milk and nutty filling complement each other. Not so sweet but will surely satisfy your sweet cravings. 

Thanks Ma'am Josie Jean Traya ;) 

Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall

Abbey: Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall is a two-storey collonial house locate at Balliester, Singapore. As history, it was the focal point for planning uprising for Xinhai revolution as well as the communications center for the Japanese during their occupation. Arts, artefacts and calligraphy are being displayed on both floors of the building. 

During our visit on Chinese New Year, they spread Chinese lanterns tailed with questions on the veranda for the visitors to answer to get a prize.

WILL: National Heritage Board is so serious in preservation of Singapore's treasured history. We went to a villa at 12 Tai Gin Road  where was Dr. Sun Yat-Sen used to stay here in Singapore. 

This villa houses the original photos, paintings, letterpress cylinder printing machine, letters, various revolutionary propaganda and more. 

First day of 2014 Chinese New Year when we went here. As a custom, they handed us 2 pieces of oranges for each of the visitor. This is a really good day for us!