My Mother's Namesake

My mother's name is Shirley and I come across this blog that's written by Shirley. A little background about her.

Shirley realized her dream of being a flight attendant in 1987. Through various training, she has become a people person and through travelling, it brought her to various places that opened her eyes to diversity. Thus,she has developed a knack in sniffing out the best buys and bargains for shopping. . She had also been nominated for the IAPA Outstanding Service Award, intended for those special individuals who go above & beyond the “call of duty” in giving extra-special service, & who recognize the importance of the busy frequent flyer. However, her greatest pleasure lie in going for a family vacation. As Shirley says: “Wherever I go, I love indulging in the colour, the smell, the food, which is unique in each & every country, & above all, the people & their cultures. However, I do not like to be away for long. For me, there is no place like home, sweet home, my birthplace Singapore.”

Check out her blog for more details on the giveaway and follow her on the various social platforms.

Here's the link:

http://luxuryhaven.blogspot.com/2011/04/mothers-day-handmade-accessories.html

Movie Review-Hall Pass

Hall Pass is a 2011 comedy film produced and directed by the Farrelly brothers and co-written by them along with with Pete Jones. It features Owen Wilson, Jason Sudeikis, Stephen Merchant, Jenna Fischer and Christina Applegate. Brief Synopsis:Rick (Owen Wilson) and Fred (Jason Sudeikis) are best buddies as well as their wives, Maggie (Jenna Fischer) and Grace (Christina Applegate). They are both unhappy with their dull,predictable and bland love life and missing the old days when they were single and had the freedom literally to do anything they wanted instead of being tied down with a family. When their wives each decided to give them a "Hall Pass"(A week off from marriage whereby they can do anything. They called along their friends Gary (Stephen Merchant), Flats (J.B. Smoove) and Hog Head (Larry Joe Campbell) to paint the town red while their wives, Maggie and Grace spend the week at Maggie's parents' house in Cape Cod, where Grace flirts with athlete Gerry (Tyler Hoechlin). My review: What do you do when your man checks out other women whenever you’re out with him? Or disinterested in you?Brush it all off and move on with life? No – you give him a hall pass. This is what happens in the movie and if you do not know what a hall pass is, it’s kind of like a “get out of jail free” card – only in this case it’s marriage. The recipient is granted one week off from marriage and is free to make his own decisions. When disheartened Maggie gives easily distracted husband Rick a hall pass, she thinks it’s a chance to save their marriage – once he gets it all out of his system he will finally come to his senses and realizes his folly of ways. His best friend Fred, who practically has a hall pass thrown at him by his wife,Grace. Instead of using the hall pass to its fullest,the first couple of nights is not spent trying to pick up women but hanging out with their three friends – a nerdy Brit, the token black guy, and a dim-witted slob. But their quest escalates when they hook up with Coakley. However, the problem with the movie,Hall Pass, is that while it peaks early, and the laughs are more in the first half of the film. The second half are mostly due to the fact that we spend increasingly more time with the wives, as they get up to no good at some beach resort.The moral of the story – the idea that a hall pass gives the men freedom without consequences, but the women are not obliged to stay true becomes rather heavy-handed and starts to work against the flow of the comedy but on the irony instead. Rating:3 out of 5 popcorn

Spice Brasserie

As a Glitterati member, I get invites to the latest events,launches, activities and food tasting session.

Last Tuesday, I was one of the fortunate few bloggers who got the opportunity to taste one of the best Thai buffet spread ever.

It was at Spice Brasserie,Parkroyal Hotel,Kitchener Road. There was a wide spread of food and looking at all the food made me hungry! I was overwhelmed by all the choices and could not really decide on what to eat. There were Japanese sushi,Teochew porridge and of course Thai food(the tom yum soup was extremely spicy but was simply delicious!)

I enjoyed making my own Thai dessert and there was no limit to how much ice I could put or even the ingredients!

It offers all day dining in Singapore with more than just local and international delights. I am sure the Teochew Porridge buffet is popular with locals just as it was for me as it is a local favourite.

The interior is spacious and gives a cosy feel. It gives off an inviting presence for friends(like us bloggers) to gather over food and there is sufficient light coming through the windows as it allows couples to get cosy and comfortable with their booth seats by the windows. There are also two private dining rooms, perfect for hosting more intimate gatherings and wedding solemnisation events.

Spice Brasserie is located at Level 2 of Parkroyal H

otel,Kitchener Road.

Their operating hours are from 6.00 am to 10.30 pm and it seats 300 people. Reservations are recommended and you can contact them at 64283160.

Tell me,where can you get a hotel buffet in Singapore tha t offers over 60 selections ranging from signature dishes, sashimi and popular local delicacies,that leave you spoilt for choice like me. I had a hearty lunch that very afternoon and I am definitely not complaining as it was once of the best afternoon I had with the rest of the Glitterati members.

With an ultra-chic setting, Spice Brasserie is an ideal place to host celebrations and family gatherings with premium-quality food at a reasonable price.

Lunch : S$27.00 (Weekdays), S$29.00 (Weekends)
Dinner : S$31.00(Weekdays), S$33.00 (Weekends)

Operating Hours:
Mon - Fri: 12.00pm - 2.30pm (lunch)
Sat - Sun: 12.00pm - 4.00pm (lunch)
Mon - Sun: 6.30pm - 10.30pm (dinner)

Please call 6428 3160 for reservations.

All prices stated are subject to 10% service charge and 7% GST

(Credit:Information taken from Hotel Parkroyal Website)

What comes to mind when you think of Thai buffet?

As a privilege as a Glitterati member, I get invited to events,food tasting session and so much more!

On a Tuesday weekday afternoon, a group of us gathered at Hotel Parkroyal,Kitchener Road.
To more precise, we met at Spice Brasserie! As it was a Tuesday,it was Thai buffet! Yummilicious!
Looking at the array of food,I was transported back to Thailand. There was pandan chicken,

AFX FASHION BLOGGER

I have a dream-to be able to be to blog about Asia Fashion Exchange.

Xinmsn.com has played a big part of my life. Ever since I discovered the channel whereby I can get news instantly,watch dramas that I missed and also....stand a chance to blog about the greatest fashion event happening in May-ASIA FASHION EXCHANGE!

Asia Fashion Exchange may have started in 2010 but I am definitely no stranger to it. I do know there will be key industry players in the fashion industry there(imagine being in the presence of such big players that play a huge role in fashion). Being a proud Singaporean,it would definitely be an honour that this keynote event is held in my home country.I will not only be an ambassador for the Asia Fashion Exchange but also for my country. I will do my utmost best to portray the event in the best light possible with captivating pictures.

It's an opportunity too good to be missed!

After the after-rush effect from the Men's Fashion Week held at Marina Bay Sands,I am definitely itching for more action and I am a closet journalist hiding behind a fashion blogger persona.

I have been told that I write well and able to bring stories to life. Not only that,also realized I have a flair for digging out juicy titbits about the subject. I will make sure I do a comprehensive coverage about the event, together with my Asian counterparts. I am sure it would be an experience of a lifetime.

If I do get selected, I will celebrate with a celebratory post in acknowledgement to xinmsn.com for providing me the tremendous opportunity of a lifetime. It may just catapult me nearer to my dream!

So enough said,PICK ME! Make my dream come true today!

BENEATH THE STARS(BUY AND 50% OF THE PROCEEDS GOES TOWARDS JAPAN TSUNAMI RELIEF FUND!

Have you ever had a dream you wish to fulfill? Have you ever look at the stars? Do you know that the stars that we see every evening is the very same stars across the world that someone is also looking at?

However,some part in Japan, the person will no longer look at the stars as they have to worry about their safety and well-being but as a fellow human being,you can do something to let the person look at the stars and have hope for future.

Buy any item from Beneath The Stars and 50% of the proceeds will go to the Red Cross Society to help aid the Japan tsunami victims. You can enjoy looking the same stars with the joy that you have helped someone in need.

A little background about Beneath The Stars. It was incorporated by Yang Lay,a fantastic lady whom I had the tremendous opportunity to meet together with the other bloggers. She has the most fantastic personality and big heart.

Yang Lay specializes in handmade designer jewellery and accessories of semi-precious stones set with individually crafted 925-silver and white gold plated pieces. There are accessories for every occasion and definitely for every woman to wear. Her designs have won her a nomination for the President's Design Award in 2009.

She is also a strong advocate for charity events and in 2008, she successfully united "Miss Singapore World", "Mrs Singapore World" and "Miss Singapore Universe" and collaborated with Mercy Relief to raise funds for the Sichuan Earthquake.

Do check out her website: http://www.beneaththestars.com/ All the items listed with prices on the website are for sale. You may purchase them online/call or sms Yang Lay at 91786226. 50% of the proceeds(excluding postage) will be tabulated and sent to the Singapore Red Cross Society after the campaign which runs from 1 April to 30 April 2011.

Mode of payment includes debit/credit card payment through the website,do quote Japan Tsunami(Blogs) in your purchase. By cash,cheque or transfer, do also quote Japan Tsunami(Blogs) Pickup of the item purchased can also be arranged. Hope to get your support in doing your part for Japan! Ganbatte, Japan!

Have you looked at the stars today??