There are a wide range of uses for the healthy fruit such as Guacamole, a Mexican dip. Avocados are also frequently used for milkshakes in countries like Philippines and Indonesia.
Yummy Avocado Shake with Gula Melaka Recipe ( 椰糖鳄梨奶昔 )
There are a wide range of uses for the healthy fruit such as Guacamole, a Mexican dip. Avocados are also frequently used for milkshakes in countries like Philippines and Indonesia.
Mosche Colour Promo: Free L'oreal Serie Expert Hair Care Set!
Hey beauty junkies, it’s time to change a new hair colour cause we are Giving Our Readers a Set of L'oreal Serie Expert Hair Care! Into Organic Hair Colours? No worries, Mosche Grand Hyatt got you covered too!
Depending on the condition of your hair, readers who quote LUXURY HAVEN will either receive the L'oreal Serie Expert Vitamino Color A-OX Travel Set or the L'oreal Serie Expert Lipidium Absolut Repair Travel Set with a minimum spending of SGD 150 on Hair Colouring at Mosche Grand Hyatt.
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Depending on the condition of your hair, readers who quote LUXURY HAVEN will either receive the L'oreal Serie Expert Vitamino Color A-OX Travel Set or the L'oreal Serie Expert Lipidium Absolut Repair Travel Set with a minimum spending of SGD 150 on Hair Colouring at Mosche Grand Hyatt.
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Luxury Haven, Top 30 Singapore Lifestyle Bloggers to Follow in 2018!
- Google reputation and Google search ranking
- Influence and popularity on Facebook, twitter and other social media sites
- Quality and consistency of posts.
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Todaiji Temple in Nara, UNESCO World Heritage Site ( 東大寺 )!
Nara Park is home to three of the six temples and shrines on UNESCO’s list, and Todaiji Temple ( 東大寺 ) is one of them. If you are wondering what the difference between a Temple and a Shrine is, the Shinto religion is practiced at a shrine while Buddhism is practiced at a temple.
Renowned for their Daibutsuden aka Big Buddha Hall ( 大仏殿 ), Todaiji Temple is one of Japan's most famous and historically significant temples and a landmark of Nara. The temple is a listed UNESCO World Heritage Site as one of the " Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara ", together with seven other sites including temples, shrines and places in the city of Nara.
White Pepper Bak Kut Teh with Watercress Recipe ( 西洋菜白胡椒肉骨茶 )
Popular in both Malaysia and Singapore, Bak Kut Teh ( 肉骨茶 ) is a fragrant Chinese Pork Rib Soup available in a black or white broth, basically herbal or peppery.
The Hokkien version is simmered in a broth of herbs and spices with dark soy sauce added, hence the darker colour and a stronger taste, while the Teochew version uses garlic and white pepper or even Star Anise, and has a lighter colour.
Although I enjoy drinking the Cantonese Watercress Soup where the veg is cooked till mushy, I also like Ya Hua’s version where the veg still retains its green and crunch. Let’s try cooking, shall we?
The Hokkien version is simmered in a broth of herbs and spices with dark soy sauce added, hence the darker colour and a stronger taste, while the Teochew version uses garlic and white pepper or even Star Anise, and has a lighter colour.
Ya Hua Bak Kut Teh ( 亚华肉骨茶 )
Personally, I prefer the clear soup with a peppery taste while most of my Malaysian friends tend to go for the Hokkien herbal soup. One of my favourite Bak Kut Teh eateries is Ya Hua Bak Kut Teh ( 亚华肉骨茶 ). They serve many side dishes such as Braised Beancurd and Peanuts, Taupok, and different varieties of vegetables. Inspired by Ya Hua’s version of Slice Fish with Watercress in Pork Rib Soup, I came up with my very own Mouth-watering White Pepper Bak Kut Teh with Watercress ( 西洋菜白胡椒肉骨茶 ).Insight Vacations Celebrates 40 Years with Savings to Europe!
Portugal, Photo Credit: Insight Vacations
Insight Vacations, an award-winning global leader in premium escorted travel, is thrilled to be celebrating its 40th anniversary this April. While some might argue that 40 is the new 30, Insight couldn’t be happier to look back and remember every unforgettable moment of the past four decades and all the experiences and innovations that have been made a reality. Throughout the years, Insight has perfected the art of guided journeys and has accomplished these milestones with passion, knowledge and outstanding travel expertise.
“This significant milestone is the time to look back on all that we have accomplished, we’re so proud to have brought transformative travel to our travellers and can’t wait for them to see what we have planned for the next 40 years,” says Evon Ler, President of Insight Vacations Asia“ With our Anniversary Celebration, space is extremely limited on this superb collection of 40+ Premium Journeys and as these special offers won’t last, we encourage travellers to book their holidays with us as soon as possible.”
Travellers can choose from a wide selection of guided vacations including Britain and Ireland, the Western Mediterranean, Central and Eastern Europe, Northern Europe and Russia, European Discoveries and USA and Canada including the following 3 unforgettable journeys:
“This significant milestone is the time to look back on all that we have accomplished, we’re so proud to have brought transformative travel to our travellers and can’t wait for them to see what we have planned for the next 40 years,” says Evon Ler, President of Insight Vacations Asia“ With our Anniversary Celebration, space is extremely limited on this superb collection of 40+ Premium Journeys and as these special offers won’t last, we encourage travellers to book their holidays with us as soon as possible.”
Travellers can choose from a wide selection of guided vacations including Britain and Ireland, the Western Mediterranean, Central and Eastern Europe, Northern Europe and Russia, European Discoveries and USA and Canada including the following 3 unforgettable journeys:
Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo Live Ikebana Flower Arrangement Show
Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo ( KPH ), one of Japan’s most prestigious international hotels located in Shinjuku, Tokyo, will host a special Spring “ Ikebana ” Flower Arrangement Exhibition entitled “ Japanese Hospitality through Flowers – Dreams of Spring and Sakura Cherry Blossoms ” from March 31 (Saturday) to April 15 (Sunday), 2018 in the third floor main lobby area of their Hotel. This exhibition is hosted in collaboration with renowned “ Ikebana ” flower arrangement artist Hiroki Maeno. The centerpiece of this exhibition will be a large 2.7 meter tall by 5 meter wide flower arrangement using different types of 200 “ Sakura ” cherry blossoms from various parts of Japan.
Hiroki Maeno will hold a live performance to demonstrate his “ Ikebana ” flower arrangement skills in front of the large centerpiece flower arrangement from 5:00p.m. on April 5 (Thursday), 2018. Also Maeno will also give a complimentary presentation explaining his views on the importance of Ikebana as a part of Japanese culture.
This flower arrangement exhibition have been held four times a year and timed with the arrival of each of the four seasons since April 2015. His flower arrangements have been received with great admiration by the numerous guests visiting their Hotel from Japan and around the world, and have become a popular spot for commemorative pictures.
Large Flower Arrangement by Hiroki Maeno “ Japanese Hospitality through Flowers – Dreams of Spring and Sakura Cherry Blossoms ”
Hiroki Maeno will hold a live performance to demonstrate his “ Ikebana ” flower arrangement skills in front of the large centerpiece flower arrangement from 5:00p.m. on April 5 (Thursday), 2018. Also Maeno will also give a complimentary presentation explaining his views on the importance of Ikebana as a part of Japanese culture.
This flower arrangement exhibition have been held four times a year and timed with the arrival of each of the four seasons since April 2015. His flower arrangements have been received with great admiration by the numerous guests visiting their Hotel from Japan and around the world, and have become a popular spot for commemorative pictures.
Large Flower Arrangement by Hiroki Maeno “ Japanese Hospitality through Flowers – Dreams of Spring and Sakura Cherry Blossoms ”
- Date: March 31 (Saturday) to April 15 (Sunday), 2018. * Exhibition closes at 6:00p.m. on the final day.
- Venue: Main Lobby, 3rd Floor of the Main Tower
- Date: April 5 (Thursday), 2018, from 5:00p.m. * Approximately 40 minutes
- Venue: In front of the large centerpiece flower arrangement in the Main Lobby, 3rd Floor of Main Tower
See Cherry Blossom in Nara and Feed the Deer ( 奈良公園の散り桜と鹿 )
Well, I have also included a video in two parts – Spring and Winter, so you guys can see the different scenery. Hope you will enjoy reading as much as I had fun writing this post.
Chillax at Bintan Lagoon Resort from IDR 3,850,000/Person!
For the swinging singles and 2-to-go travellers, the Chillax package allows you to get away from the madding crowd with this excellent value for money deal. Bintan Lagoon Resort (BLR) is a short ferry service from Singapore sited on its own private stretch of beach in Bintan Island overlooking the South China Sea. The Chillax package offers great value for those in search of sun, sea, food, golf and 50 plus activities or complete ‘do nothing’ relaxation.
The Chillax package includes return ferry service, deluxe room accommodation, breakfast, lunch and dinner, and plenty of complimentary activities including ATV Tours/Jet Ski, Ninebot Tours, Archery and more as well as stipulated discounts off food and beverage and recreational activities There is never a dull moment at Bintan Lagoon Resort!
Stir-Fried Japanese Hanabira Mushrooms with Prawns ( はなびら茸とエビの炒め )
Instagram Round-Up at Luxury Haven: Beauty, Food, Lifestyle
Nonetheless, let’s check out some of the interesting instagram shots that I had shared:
Hair By: Mosche Grand Hyatt
NuSkin ageLOC LumiSpa Event at Coffee Academics,
introducing their a dual action skin care system that offers skin renewal and deep cleansing benefits.
NuSkin ageLOC LumiSpa Event at Coffee Academics,
introducing their a dual action skin care system that offers skin renewal and deep cleansing benefits.
Masons Home Decor Curva Bean Bag Lounger
in my Hello Kitty room
in my Hello Kitty room
Black Garlic Spaghetti with Cheese Sausage ( 黑蒜芝士香肠意粉 )
March School Holiday: Free Admission to Sentosa and FunFest!
Kickstart your festivities at Palawan Beach, which is set to be transformed into Singapore’s largest inflatables playground by the beach! From 10 to 18 March (10am to 6pm daily), bouncy castles, inflatable slides, traversing walls, and obstacle courses are set to delight the young and young–at-heart at this mega playground!
For the very first time in Singapore, visitors can also get up close to over 300 inflatable bears from Cartoon Network’s We Bear Bears! Indulge in even more photo-worthy moments by stepping into the sea of We Bare Bears inflatables across Palawan Green and Palawan Beach. Various We Bare Bears photo points will also be available across the island for visitors to a snap a selfie with their favourite bears – including the bears’ favourite mode of transport – the three layer bearstack. A 50-feet tall inflatable stack will welcome fans and families as they walk into Palawan Green!
EHA Refreshing Medical Facial: Klenskin Shower On Sunscreen
Hair By: Mosche Grand Hyatt
At a recent media event by EHA Skincare introducing the Klenskin Shower On Sunscreen SPF 30, invitees were treated to a buffet dinner, an EHA Refreshing Medical Facial Treatment Voucher, and of course, the most talk-about Klenskin Shower On Sunscreen.The facial voucher came at a perfect timing, as I had just recovered from flu after my Osaka trip. I was badly in need of some pampering, and my face was thirsty for nutrients.
Singapore Festival of Fun 2018 with 70 Shows at Clarke Quay!
The Singapore Festival of Fun 2018 is excited to announce that it will be increasing its StreetFest fun factor this year with 70 shows spread out over more areas around Clarke Quay. This year, besides the Fountain Square, two more locations Read Bridge and Tan Tye Place has been added to showcase street performances from London’s Covent Garden. Audiences will be able to catch more street acts from the 13th to the 18th of March and move with ease from one area to another around Clarke Quay with this enhanced experience.
The Singapore Festival of Fun is a mega 3-in-one festival comprising three pillars of fun for all ages over 10 days during the March school holidays:
Magners International Comedy Festival
8-11 March (Thursday to Sunday, 8pm onwards): The 5th edition of Magners International Comedy Festival returns to various bars in Clarke Quay with arguable the finest group of comedians ever to step foot in Singapore. Critically acclaimed US stand-up Doug Stanhope, best new comer Yuriko Kotani from the UK, Jim Brewsky from Hong Kong, our very own Fakkah Fuzz and Samuel See; together with 7 others from around the world, they will have audiences laughing out loud and in stitches.
The Singapore Festival of Fun is a mega 3-in-one festival comprising three pillars of fun for all ages over 10 days during the March school holidays:
8-11 March (Thursday to Sunday, 8pm onwards): The 5th edition of Magners International Comedy Festival returns to various bars in Clarke Quay with arguable the finest group of comedians ever to step foot in Singapore. Critically acclaimed US stand-up Doug Stanhope, best new comer Yuriko Kotani from the UK, Jim Brewsky from Hong Kong, our very own Fakkah Fuzz and Samuel See; together with 7 others from around the world, they will have audiences laughing out loud and in stitches.
