Showing posts with label Makan-lah.. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Makan-lah.. Show all posts

Saturday, August 16, 2008

The Road Not Taken...

Remember the poem by Robert Frost about the two roads diverged in a yellow wood?

Often times, I do think what if I haven't decided to become what I am, or how I am today. Just this morning, my cousin read some of my old blog entries which I had written in year 2005 or so. She said that I expressed myself as an emotional adolescent, just like the majority out there. The phase of me wandering in the lost world is over, and I'm definitely more focused and determined than before to reach out for the stars that I dream of. There had been alternatives in the past, and not forgetting some of the unforgivable and unchangeable mistakes that I made. What's done IS done. Never cry over spilt milk.

As I'm planning for my future, let me update you with some of the events that took place in the past weeks. On the 24th of July, Dance Fusion Club of Monash University Malaysia performed for the Gala Dinner of Monash commemorating the school's 50th Anniversary globally and 10th Anniversary in Sunway. It was a fusion of Swing, Jive and Salsa. We did a good job, but I really felt bad for my partner, Grace who fell sick just a couple of days before the performance. Even though she wasn't feeling well on that night too, she really gave her all into the performance and boom, the performance was a bomb. Great job, everyone!

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That was out outfit for the Jive. Loved the dance, absolutely!

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Then, we changed into out Salsa attire. Posing with us is Laura (on the left) and Sharon (on the right).

3 weeks later, Dance Fusion performed again for the audience who were at 1 Utama, Damansara for the Animax Youth Festival on the 9th of August. The initial musketeers couldn't make it all together, as seen in the photos. Only 4 of them were involved, so more members were recruited to join the list of performers. In the end, we settled at 5 couples, with 6 new members that consist of Tijo, Yung Lin, Joanne, Lin Jing, Bernie and Erica (Grace's elder sister). Dissimilar to our previous performance, Ms. Sharon had us performed Jazzy Swing this time to Jennifer Lopez's then big hit, 'Waiting for Tonight'. Although the carpeted flooring was an obstacle to most of us, we got through everything quite smoothly, although I had a slip at the final moment when I had to catch Grace on my arms. Anyways, great job, once again.

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My greatest partner, Grace Tham!

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She doesn't like taking pictures. But I made her do it. Ain't I evil?

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Moroever, I made her do that with me too!

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Finally, a group picture of all the performers with Ms. Sharon.

As busy as I am for this semester, I was able to catch up with some of my friends during meal times. Hooked up with Fish and Wing on different occasions. Was also able to have a lunch meal with Julia, but no pictures were taken. Sometimes, I feel that I'm spending so much time on my dancing and studies until a certain state that I slightly start to neglect my friends. Well, not that I have many friends, but spending time with them is important. Besides, it refreshes me whenever there's some hot gossips to be shared with.

Venue: Pat Kin Pat San Cafe, Shamelin Perkasa

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With Amber. You could tell how tired I was by looking at my droopy eyes.

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Fishy Shook Yee is getting prettier day by day!

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The food there was kinda great.

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That's a must have. It's claled um... Thai Chicken Chop Rice I think.

Venue: T.G.I.F., Pavillion

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Have anyone lost his/her buffalo Wing?

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That's the shirt Lily bought for me. Isn't it nice?

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After having those, I was really damn full.

Just 2 days ago, I was at StudyLink, SS15 to apply for a course called Masters of Applied Econometrics. I've mentioned about it before but decided to go for an interview session with a representative all the way from Monash Australia. However, she brought forward the session to Monday and for I was unaware of it, I went there blindly two days after. Failing to meet up with her, I decided to just send in my application forms. The course is somehow contemporary, as it is not stated in the application booklet. and guess what, as abbreviations are suppose to be short and simple, the course is shortened to M.App.Econometrics. Just got to know that yesterday. Well, anyways, if everything goes on smoothly, I will received my conditional acceptance letter in October, which is around my final examination period. Of course, starting from next month, I will really put all my heart and soul into studying as I'm not taking any chances to fail any subjects in my final semester. Sustaining a good average of 77 is my target, but passing is a must!

Before I disappear again, there are a few things to look out for in the upcoming weeks. new seasons of Ugly Betty and America's Next Top Model will blast off in September. And have you heard it yet? A transvestite actually made it into the final 14 for ANTM. Then, my line dancing teacher, Ms. Lily Chin is also having a party on the 24th. And 6 days from the party, the Monash Ball 2008 will take place. and in between, I will be waiting for my call to be an instructor for MyFitness. Hopefully, I will nail the job as it will build my experience and confidence to the next level. Last but not least, 2 assignments due next week (Wednesday & Friday), with a test and presentation on Thursday.

All in all, busy days ahead, and the seamonkey is out of here now!

Sunday, July 6, 2008

Tammy-ed Part II

It was a Bitches Day Out in Mid Valley. We actually planned to watch Long Khong 2, but it had been pulled down from the big screens already. The only place still showing it was Times Square, but we didn't want to travel that far just for the movie. So, despite the unavailability of the movie, we ended up executing our plan of meeting up in one o our favorite malls in town.

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Digby or Monty? I'm slow when I have to make a choice.

Didn't do anything extraordinary. Besides shopping around, leaving holes in our wallet and purse, we also had a break at Sweet Chat. The durian pancake there was awesome! The banana pancake was just mediocre compared to the former, but it is still worth a try. If only the banana was chilled before served, it could have tasted better.

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I demand more durian pancakes whenever I can!

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My crave for banana never ends.

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What's that face, Tam?

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That's better. Simon + Theodore!

Our day ended with me in the kitchen baking cookies and making pudding. Tammy stayed for the cookies, but not for the pudding for I had prepared them at a really late hour after she has left. For a first timer, the Choco cookies made were, frankly, quite nice. However, I was unable to follow the full recipe as I was short of peppermint extract. It could have been named Chocomint cookies. I wonder where am I able to obtain that important ingredient. Ideas, anyone?


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Sift the flour! Sift sift!

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Don't disturb!!!

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Look, don't they look tempting? Haha!

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And those are the puddings. Melon with mango, my all time favorite combo.

Saturday, July 5, 2008

Tammy-ed Part I

Been spending so much joyful time with my princess, Tammy for the past few days. Right after my exam on the 23rd we met up in Neway Cheras for a karaoke session which turned out great. Singing out hearts out after everything's eventual was awesomely relaxing and rejuvenating. It welcomed our holidays with a high spirit, definitely.

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The King and his Princess in da house.

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The CW's are back with funny faces.

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EmoTioNsSssss!

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The Aquarius babe!

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Seeing Aries in such a close distance.

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A Wu Shu 101 with Tammy?

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This is what happens when thing's get out of control.

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Look! Starry ceiling!

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One last picture before we go?

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Wait, let's really have one final one!


:X A video to be shared. Laugh all you want!

Then, on the following Tuesday from that day, we hang out at the night market in Sri Petaling. Had our dinner at Fusion Cafe. It was my first time trying out the newly opened restaurant, and the food was actually good. The price is slightly above average, but most of it is absorbed by the service and quality of the food.

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Unagi Omelette Rice... We loved it!

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Try this > The Aloha Style Pizza.

P.S. I've been rather busy with jobs at hand. I accepted a job as a promoter in Carrefour Sri Petaling for 2 consecutive weekends, and will be serving for my last weekend starting tomorrow. And on Monday, I'll be performing in Monash for the Orientation Day for July Intake with my other dancemates. Stop by at around 11 to catch the performance, live. I'm sure a video will be posted up on YouTube some time after the performance. So watch out for that!

Wednesday, June 4, 2008

Cooking 101 #5

It has been extremely long since I last cooked. Not that I don't want to, but I barely have the chance to so do because my parents are the ones cooking everyday for the family. Besides, with my packed shcedule for the past few weeks, I couldn't slot in anytime for cooking. Now that I'm having exams, finally I have some time to screw the ktichen up to myself. Haha.

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Light snacks are my experties. Hereby, I tried baking chicken wings wrapped in pandan leafs. Before that, they were marinated with garlic, ginger, fish sauce, coriander and brown sugar. Oh, coconut milk was also included in the marinade. Although it was meant to be barbecued, but since I did not have a grill, so I tried baking it instead. The outcome was satisfactory although it could have been better if served with Thai chilli sauce.

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Working with a chicken breast fillet, I came out with that honeyed chicken pieces. The fillet was again marinated, but this time, for a night even though 12 hours would have been sufficient. It was then dipped into a homemade batter of honey, sherry and other ingredient before frying it on a medium heated pan. I would say that the batter that I prepared was too liquidy, so the final result was not that good. Anyhow, it was still delicious enough. Have a piece, anyone?

Thursday, March 6, 2008

What goes into my favourite McDonald's food & drinks?

As a frequent McDonald's customer, I have always been interested in the amount of calories in their food. I didn't seem to notice that leaflets on that information are actually provided in the outlets for our own benefits. On average, I think we have to consume between 2100 to 2400 calories daily. From the leaflet, a medium value meal will amount to almost a thousand. The killer is the drink, if normal Coke is chosen. So, Coke Light should be ultimately chosen to drastically reduce the amount of calories. Also F&N Orange is deem to contain higher sugar content due to its amount of calories. Nevertheless, as long as a balanced diet is maintained, this shouldn't be a huge concern... (Click to enlarge)



Monday, February 11, 2008

Farewell. [For Chyi]

Some time ago, my Stats friends and I had a little gathering/farewell meal for Herng Chyi, who will be leaving for Australia this semester. Damn, having said so, my year-end holidays which is close to 4 months has only 2 weeks left. Didn't time fly by too quickly? Alright, back to the dinner, we went to um... ops, I can't seem to remember the name of th restaurant, but it's pretty well known for its seafood an is located in SS24 (unsure of that too, actually). However, I think I caused a grudge in them against me because I made them wait under the heavy rain by the bus stand in front of the Monash campus. Well, it wasn't my fault exactly, because I was stuck in the rain in SS15 with Julia. The food at the place we went to was quite delicious and reasonably priced. Oh, and guess what, I just found the business card which I obtained on my way out. So here's the details of the restaurant together with some pictures.

Pantai Seafood Restaurant
Lot 13575, Jalan Cempaka PJU A, Kg. Sg. Kayu Ara, 474000 Petaling Jaya, selangor Darul Ehsan.
Tel: 03-7725 5099, 7725 1099
Fax: 03-7727 8090

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Appearing for the first time in my blog is Dhina, who stood right next to me.
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Herng Chyi, we'll miss you!

Whilst she's leaving, I'm glad that a friend of mine, Ms. Kelly had decided to stay in M'sia. However, I just got to know that my ex-collegemate, Ming had gone to Oz to further his studies. People are leaving nowadays. So, am I the next in line?

Monday, January 7, 2008

Cooking 101 #4

Victims: Tammy and Momo
Date: 4th January 2008
Venue: My house
Time: Dinner
Occasion: Momo resigned from her job. Sorta a celebration...

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I've always wanted to cook omelette rice. Although I failed in wrapping the rice in the omelette, the taste was just fine. The alcoholic gravy was quite good...

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Um, this was supposed to be Cassata but I couldn't find all the ingredients needed. Nevertheless, the vanilla ice cream is mixed with flakes and raisins and topped with melted chocolate.

Friday, January 4, 2008

Cooking 101 #3

Hmm, am I living up to my new year resolution? Anyway, it was my first time utilizing the new recipe book which I bought last month. Chose 3 simple food to cook. As simple as they looked, it was tougher than I thought. The three dishes which I experimented were:
  1. Green Curry Puffs
  2. Roast Lime Chicken with Sweet Potatoes
  3. Coconut Custard with Mango
The puffs were quite a success. Screwed up with the chicken a little after misreading some of the procedures and added one of two of my own. The filling tasted well, but I will add up more spice the next time. Besides, I failed to gather all the ingredients needed because I wouldn't find any whole turmerics in Jusco mart and Cold Storage. The taste was fine but it needed a little more roast and less gravy. As for the custard, it was rather overcooked, making it rather hard. Topped it with mango slices. Well, overall, I had fun using a few hours just to make everything. At the end of the day, I was full, and exhausted.

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Unlike the puffs sold outside, this one uses wanton skins as wrappers.

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Yellow chicken with tender meat. I would call it a failure, but nevertheless, it was edible!

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Coconut custard is easy to make, but not everyone would like it. My mom didn't. But my sister did.

Thursday, December 6, 2007

Steamboat Adventure.

Nowadays, more and more steamboat restaurants are established everywhere. In each area, I'm sure one can find at least 2 operating premises at ease. Although there are too many of them around, I have a few favorites in mind... Yuan, Ho Ho, Farmland, etc. And now, I have another one to be added in the list.

Steamboat stop: Chong Qing Restaurant

Address: 21, Jalan PJS 8/18, Dataran Bandar Sunway (Opposite Yuan Steamboat)

In this restaurant, there are more soup bases to choose from - Tom Yam, Herbal, 酸菜烫 (Chinese sauerkraut), 麻辣烫 (sort of Japanese/Korean/Taiwanese spicy soup which is a lot more spicy than Tom Yam), and Soya Bean (if I'm not wrong). I myself ordered the herbal and Chinese sauerkraut soup, which were both fantastic! The herbal soup is sweet and aromatic whilst the Chinese sauerkraut soup with dried chili is sour and spicy. The variety of food there is a little lesser than Yuen, but there are meat slices which is quite limited and my favorite enokitake! Also, the seafood is quite fresh! The crabs there are a lot more meaty compared to Yuen. However, there were only 2 to 3 drinks to select from, and don't expect to get Yuen's signature BBQ chicken wings here. Nevertheless, RM 19.80 per pax is on par with the satisfaction level. I won't hesitate to try the other soups in the near future. =)

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Look at the ingredients for the herbal soup! Hardly, you will find that in similar soup base in other restaurants!

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Although the meal lasted for two hours, the soup didn't dry up quickly, which is a merit for the restaurant.


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The lovely enokitake! Yummy!

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It was the first time I had ham in steamboat. Quite an odd combination but worked.

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The usual stuff that people normally take...

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Look look! Tofu!!! I love tofu!!!!

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The seafood platter! The crabs were excellent!