River Hongbao

Reunion Dinner

The annual reunion dinner - steamboat. It's light, clear and very healthy. Especially with the choice of herbal broth this year (apart from the usual chicken stock). Various roast meats and fried noodles for the children and while the adults wait for the steamboat to boil. I guess my family likes to keep it simple with the same dishes every year. Nothing fancy.

CNY faux flower arrangement

Fake flowers were going on the cheap today so I got some and put them together. Total cost $15.

CNY floral centerpiece

I spent today making flower arrangements for Chinese New Year.

This particular arrangement on the left is supposed to be a Biedermier form. But, turned out looking like a giant pineapple *sign*. I guess it's appropriate for the season. This large (90cm tall) arrangement is made of Chrysanthemum, Dendranthema, Antirrhinum and Cordyline.

Leftover materials went to a smaller bouquet.

Al Dente Trattoria

Good quality ingredients, good chefs. The place for wholesome Italian food at reasonable prices (coz the portions are generous).

I remember when this place was the only restaurant that served wood-fired pizzas. It was the only thing I would have. Trying the lamb chops for the first time, it's just as good as I would have expected from the chef.

Wished I brought a bigger appetite to the table though.

Shanghai Restaurant @ Suntec

Forget the other dishes on the menu. You have to try the Glutinous Rice wrapped in lotus leaves, any variation. This place serves up the most mouth-watering fragrant glutinous rice I have ever tasted. Done in a way I never knew this humble dish could be.

CNY nails (II)

Spray-painted black & red lace.