EAT, SHOP and PLAY at Hong Kah Point this Chinese New Year 2011

This is what I found out:A charming neighbourhood centre in Jurong West, Hong Kah Point consists of more than a 100 retail shops selling a wide variety of products from trendy fashion wear to electronic goods at delightful heartland prices. Set in a laid back and leisurely atmosphere, this is a wonderful place for those who would like to avoid the crowd and shop at their own leisurely pace.



Besides being popular among local residents, Hong Kah Point, which is famous for fruits, also attracts many visitors from all over Singapore every year. Come during June, when the tropical fruits season starts, and indulge your self in the wide variety of mouth-watering durians, mangosteens and sumptuous fruits here.

Besides the “Fruit Paradise” reputation, this place has also been lovingly named the “Chinatown of the West”. This is due to the bustling Chinese New Year Fair that Hong Kah Point holds annually. One of the largest New Year market in the west, residents look forward to this fair every year where they can soak in the lively festive mood and shop from a huge and wonderful range of New Year products and goodies available for sale.






This was what I experienced:I was one of the fortunate 8 bloggers to be given an opportunity to shop,eat and play at Hong Kah Point.

There were plenty to see and do at Hong Kah Point. I was wondering why I did not discover this "Little Chinatown in the West" sooner.

It was certainly a place whereby I could get all my Chinese New Year shopping done.

There was much to see and do. I could not wait to get started. First stop was to fill

my growling tummy and replenish my energy so that I could get started on my task to look for new year goodies to stock up.

Stallholders at Hong Kah Point were extremely friendly and was willing to make small talk and gave very informative tips on Hong Kah Point.

My partner in crime,Gin Wong, was equally excited. Although we only had a pair of hands, it was full of shopping for the day. We each bought not 1 but 2 pair of shoes for Chinese New Year as it was such a good bargain.

Chinese New Year couplets was definitely a much buy and they were going so cheap that I swear I could chart a whole box of them home.

I can boldly say that if you wish to get away from the crowds at Chinatown, come on down to Hong Kah Point to eat,shop and play! You will not know what you are missing. Moreover,if you are a karaoke fanatic,come down in the evenings with your family and sing your hearts away to Chinese New Year tunes.

I hereby wish all my readers and everyone a happy and prosperous Lunar New Year! May the Rabbit Year bring lots of cheer and joy!

A special thanks to Andrew Chow and the Hong Kah Shop Proprietors' Association for the wonderful opportunity to experience Hong Kah Point for the Chinese New Year.

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Getting There

Bus Service


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Along Jurong West Street 51
SBS Transit - 98
SMRT - 187

Along Jurong West Avenue 1
SBS Transit - 99, 157, 198, 334, 502

Nokia Ovi Workshop

I was fortunate enough to be of the lucky 50 bloggers to be selected for the Nokia Ovi Workshop.

We were taught how to create our very own app from the Nokia Ovi store.

The best part of it all is that you can do it fuss-free and your app will be ready in 15 minutes.

Through the workshop, I was able to meet like-minded bloggers with a varied interests.

Some blogged about fashion, some blogged about food, some had a blog about their business.

If you wish to download my app: here's the link:


http://store.ovi.com/content/81083

If you have a Nokia phone and wish to make your own app: this is the link:

http://oviappwizard.com

Enjoy making your app and have fun!

Blackberry Bold Trial

I was fortunate enough to be selected by Ripplevox as one of the Blackberry Bold trial users. I enjoyed the whole process thoroughly. From the first day that I was given the handset at The Screening Room at Ann Siang Road, I immediately downloaded applications like Blackberry messenger, Facebook and not forgetting Twitter.
The Blackberry Bold trial came with an exclusive Starhub Premium data plan which meant that I had internet access whenever I go. Having Starhub’s premium data plan, I was able to access my email conveniently and whenever I needed to find a location, I could immediately search for it. Best of all, I was able to use social media like Facebook and Twitter to update my status wherever I go. With the Blackberry, I could take a photograph and upload without hassle. Although I have to admit that sometimes the loading of the webpages took some time, I had a tremendous time surfing on the go. I am truly enjoying the different functions of the Blackberry Bold. Now I am thinking I cannot do without a Blackberry Bold. The data plan simply makes having the handset sweeter.

Toy Story 3

I like the new Toy Story 3 character,Ken. I especially loved the scene whereby he saw Barbie and introduced himself. It reminded me of the day where I met my first love and set my eyes on himself. It was exactly the same feeling where everything around spins around and you only see the one and only person in front of you. You become totally oblivious to everything else.



“Catch Toy Story 3 Movie starting from 17th June 2010 and join the official Facebook and Twitter page!"

NATIONAL FAMILY CELEBRATIONS PLEDGE

My parents have pledged to take a family photo every year in order to keep track of memories of each year.
They have also pledged to bring me on a family trip every day be it near or far as long the family that travels together stays together.

All of us in the family will make it a point to say something positive to each other every day before each of us leaves the house for work.

Most importantly, we cannot wait to enjoy our Hippo Ride this Saturday,29th May.

Bloggers Family Pledge Movement

I pledge to spend more time with my family. I am going to start by having dinner with my parents at least twice a week despite how busy everyone may be.


NATIONAL FAMILY CELEBRATIONS 2010 (NFC 2010)
Organised by the National Family Council, National Family Celebrations is an annual event which celebrates and reinforces the importance of families and family life. This year, Singaporeans are encouraged to make a personal commitment to their families by being a part of the Singapore Family Pledge Movement.
To provide opportunities for Singaporeans to follow through on the pledges to their families, there are a myriad of activities under the NFC 2010 calendar – which will interest the young, the old, and everyone in between! NFC 2010 will be held from 25 May to 26 June 2010, and this year marks the 25th Anniversary of the Celebrations. For more information on NFC 2010, visit www.nfc.sg

GET YOUR SEXY BACK NIGHT

Today's Wednesday and it's mid week...Usually, I would head home straight after work but today's special because it's Get Your Sexy Back Night!
I was at Velvet Underground and there were so many artistes supporting the cause!
The event was hosted by Jamie Teo and Henry Golding. I would love to get hold of the Get Your Sexy Back tee because it is printed by Ministry of Press! I shall try online to get an autographed tee by Lin Junjie. So glad to see him back on the scene...after being out of sight due to health problems. He delivered a good performance and the crowd went crazy!
Da Feng Chui brought the house down with their different pulsating songs!
Chen Diya and Carrie Yeo of Project Superstar Fame had a duet of a Taylor Swift song.
You know which is my favourite act of the evening??It has to be Jillian Marie-Thomas because she sang a wonderful self-composed song "Get YOUR SEXY back!"
I even signed up for the Get Your Sexy Back Friends Card! Or ya, I also went home with a fantastic goodie bag filled with the latest issue of my favourite magazine,CLEO!Not forgetting CANMAKE mascara and lots of vouchers and discount coupons, what more can a blogger like me ask for? All this is possible thanks to OMY.SG and Asia Pacific Breweries!!

It's not the drinking, it's how you are drinking! Drink Responsibly!

Signing off,
Val

My favourite cooking experience

My most memorable cooking experience has to be the time when I waited till my parents went out and I sneaked into the kitchen to bake cupcakes. As I was barred from the kitchen ever since I burned my mother's pot, I worked in trepidation each time I stepped into the kitchen. Once, my father came back home because he forgot his pair of glasses. I raced up the stairs and jumped into bed.
There was this occasion whereby I waited for the whole family to sleep before I sneaked down into the kitchen to bake cupcakes for my parents' anniversary right up to the wee hours in the morning. When my parents got up in the morning, they saw me in my pyjamas,presenting them the tray of cupcakes I made. While everyone savoured the delicious cupcakes, I was in bed fast asleep,exhausted by all the mixing of the flour and kneading into dough and making sure all the ingredients were in the right amount. But I never did regret the experience because I am sure everyone enjoyed every bit of the cupcake I made!

The Proposal

Why do I want to watch The Proposal? I somehow feel a connection with the female lead in the movie. In what way am I similar? It's because I am about to lose my job and the next best thing would probably to propose to someone or find a man to marry because my company likes married people as they figured married people are mature, stable and able to take on more responsibility.The next promotion may be in line and I probably get some good ideas from the movie.
The Proposal opens in cinemas 20 August 2009.

"UP,UP and AWAY"

Everyone who's a reader of my blog,you must definitely catch "UP",a Walt Disney Pixar production.
Carl is depicted as a funny old man who says almost "No" to everything..

until he met Carl, an optimistic boy who is bubbling with personality.


Together, they embark on an adventure of a lifetime, having each other as companions. Along the way, they meet Kevin and Dug,the talking dog.



What's my idea of spending the upcoming long National Day weekend?
Go catch "UP" together with your family and friends!
“UP in Singapore Cinemas opening 7th August 2009”

Why I want to watch The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian

I have always been an avid fan of The Chronicles of Narnia. I often went to the nearest library to borrow books. I also swop with my fellow friends the different titles of the series. Now the book has come to life on screen,how could I miss such an opportunity to bring my pal along- the very same one who often exchange books with me. It will definitely make her day.Hmm, I should get her to check out the trailer at http://www.fighttosavenarnia.com.sg. Meanwhile, I shall stare at the handsome portrait of Prince Caspian while I await for my tickets to the movie!