Last friday (17 July 09) was Li Ping’s birthday and my mum’s birthday. After work, went J8 to have family dinner. Initially we wanted to dine in at Ding Tai Fung Restaurant but it was super crowded that we’ll have to wait for 45 minutes. Since our stomach was waving the white flag to us, we went Crystal Jade Restaurant instead. It wasnt as crowded as Ding Tai Fung.

The ambience at Crystal Jade Kitchen is quite nice though it cant impress your date with a romantic candlelit dinner. But it is a good place for good food with family and friends. From the menu, you have a few varieties to choose from, ranging from porridges, BBQs, Noodle dishes, Rice specialties etc…

We ordered hot lemon tea which was described by the waitress that it’s self-brewed. So we thought the restaurant has their homemade lemon tea. BUt to my astonishment, the waitress came in with lipton tea bag plus a few slices of lemon. :S

Peiking Roasted Duck (S$24.00)
It’s super expensive. We were served only less that a quarter of duck and charged at $24?
Ratings: (out of 5 stars)

Roasted Duck & Chicken Congee (S$6.80)
I tried this after recommendation by my colleague. It was yummie!! At least I wont get sick of either duck or chicken alone since I can mix them.
Ratings: (out of 5 stars)

Deep Fried Wanton
A plate of  six fried wanton didnt satisfy the six of us. So, we ordered another plate.
Ratings: (out of 5 stars)

Noodle with  Wanton
The noodle was chewy but too long. The chef should have cut  it shorter for better dining.
Ratings: (out of 5 stars)

Beef Noodle

Century Egg Porridge
One thing to comment about the porridge was the you tiao. It was a boo boo. I think it was too deep-fried until you felt that you are eating a stone that was soaked in the oil for very long time.
Ratings: (out of 5 stars)

Fried Beef Hor Fun
A bit oily
Ratings: (out of 5 stars)
After family dinner, rushed down to Tampines around 9pm to Li Ping’s 21st birthday. When I reached, everyone was singing birthday song. Then I helped myself with the remaining food left at the buffet, but my stomach was super filled by then.

After the party, we went back home and travelled via KPE underground expressway home.

Gui Gui means 龟龟. 龟龟 means the 乌龟. Do you know there’s this cute 龟龟 in my house? She has been a part of the family since long long long ago. She does not have any names. To me, she is 乌龟, and I called her 龟龟.

One of the nights last week, I was walking to the kitchen to brush my teeth before going to sleep. So when I switched on the lights of the kitchen, I saw 龟龟 lying with the legs hanging in the air. There wasn’t any signs of struggle (which she would normally do). So I hurriedly flipped her back. I think she was in that position for about an hour. Cause before that when I was using my computer, I heard she kept scratching the container to get out of it. I called 龟龟, 龟龟. No reaction. For 20 minutes, I talked to 龟龟 and asked her to look at me but she ignored me. Normally when I call her, she will react to me. 龟龟 was panting deeply that I can hear it very clearly. She was in her own world and ignoring everything that is around her, even the food that I feed her.

I was really very afraid that 龟龟 will leave me just like that.. That night I was already very tired but I still stay up the night to talk to 龟龟. And I think I talked too loudly that I woke er ge up. Woops..

The next morning when I woke up to go to work, mummy told me that 龟龟 just laid two eggs. oo.. now i understand why the previous night she kept struggling to leave the container.

Avril Lavigne sings “Oh, Oh, Oh, Oh. So much for my happy ending”. And yes, it’s true. Every meal deserves a sweet ending and that’s why after our cg dinner, we went to have desserts to end the day with.

On wednesday after CG dinner at Hip Diners, we went to Ah Chew Desserts to have dessert. (duh?) Ah Chew Dessert (阿秋甜品) is located at 1 Liang Seah Street, hidden among a row of eateries at Liang Seah. It is easy for you to spot it as it is always buzzling with many people at night even if it past 10pm.

When we reached there, we waited for quite some time for our table, wait in line at the counter to place orders, wait for the desserts to be served. Please note that they closes on monday and operates daily from afternoon.

Mango Sago with Vanilla Ice Cream (S$3.50)
This is super nice for someone like me who has a sweet tooth. This can really make my day!
Ratings: (out of 5 stars)

Mango Sago with Pomelo (S$3.80)
I heard that this is the signature dish at Ah Chew. A good blend of different flavor that really test your sensitivity of your tastebuds. The sweetness of the mango and the bitterness of the pomelo blend just right for this dessert. So you will not get sick of the sweetness.
Ratings: (out of 5 stars)

Yam Sago (S$)

Barley and Beancurd dessert with Gingko Nuts (S$2.50)

So as mentioned in my previous post, our caregroup had dinner together at Hip Diner USA. It was as if Hip Diner only offers Mixed Grill and Surf & Turf, cause the 7 of us ordered either Mixed Grill or Surf & Turf. They very cute right? As the 1-for-1 promotion is still on, we ordered Lamb Shank as the eighth dish since we have odd numbers of pax.

Mixed Grill (S$18.90)
Are you indecisive whether should you choose a bacon, a sausage, a dory fish or grilled chicken for the main course? Fret not! Mixed Grilled provides everything you desire. All in one plate! Mixed Grill set also comes with mixed vegetables, mashed potatoes and running and gooey sunny side up.
Ratings: (out of 5 stars)

Surf and Turf (S$18.90)
Fish and w/o chips and Steak.
Ratings: (out of 5 stars)

Chris Brown – Superhuman


Chris Brown – With you.
It’s because of this groove dance, I started to like this song.

Dear left knee, I’m really let you down. 3 years ago, I did not protect you and hurt you when I was at Claris’ house. That time I was going standard chartered marathon as volunteer and missed a step and gave you a hard time.

3 years later, I still didnt take good care of you and made you bleed.  I still exerted more pain in you by going to work. I know you are angry with me now for not treating you well. You are protesting, i know. I promise I will treat you nicely this weekend. You must rest well okay? Monday I need to go work.

Current Mood: In Pain. Need some painkillers
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