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Today went to renew my international passport. Here is the brief details, correct as of Dec 08.Location:High Commission of Malaysia301 Jervois RoadSingapore 249077Hours(Mon-Fri):Submission: 8am - 11:30amCollection: 2:30pm - 4:15pmThings to prepare:2 blue background passport sized photoOriginal and photocopy of Malaysia ICExisting passportOriginal and photocopy of Singapore PR …
Initially, I wasn't aware what the fuss it is about. But after sometime, as the story unfold, people start to know what was happening.He sent the PC for repair, somebody took the photos and kept them. Before the CNY, the photos were put on the net. People start speculating whether those were fake photos, police called into action and he apologized.I think most of the people …
I was window shopping at Raffles City and passed by the level 3 - The Food Place. The food court just completed the renovation and reopen. The design and signboard is brand new, but still operate by Food Junction. In the stall list, I found some unfamiliar name, so decided to check it out.Quite classy design. Different than your usual food junction food court. Maybe they are …
Read this article in zaobao today, Chinese just love the iPhone. Although registered phone was 230 million, but Apple actually sold 370 million unit, which most went to overseas market. The software digital lock was broken and allow the user to use it on existing network.Those users don't mind paying more for the phone, as long as they can grab one unit. All along, Apple …
Last evening, went to Clementi with two friends for some matters. Along the way, we passed by this kopitiam which host the Botak Jones american food stall. I was very surprised at the crowd. Damn lots of people there and they are all eating the Botak Jones food.I used to live in Clementi and pass by that coffee shop everyday. It was used to be a quiet coffee shop which did …
Ya, I am back to Toa Payoh for the good food hunt mission 2. Not because I like Toa Payoh very much, but my dear friend wanted to watch the strongest man challenge.So, we arrived at the Bradell station and walked to Blk 124 Toa Payoh Lorong 1 for the first stall - Fong Kee Roasted Duck rice. I wasn't sure it is that famous, until I see the signs on the stall. It has won many …
In this post, I want to talk about Mr Sushi(中岛水产) which operates sushi counters across the island. Actually my first encounter with Mr Sushi was way back year 2000, during the days I lived …
There seems to be a rush for the phone manufacturer to launch the touch screen phone, judging by the new model launch in the last 6 months. Probably inspired by the Apple iPhone, they are out to capture the touch screen phone market and it is gonna be the next in-thing. Having saw so many advertisements, review and did a little hands on. I would say it is all hype.The key …
People always say competition is a good thing. Looks like that's really the case with web browser. Remember the days where IE squeezed out Netscape, we are forced to rely solely on IE. There after, it came Mozilla with Firefox which "take back the web".I have been using Firefox since version 1, till now, no regret. It is a piece of great work. The very recent firefox 3 even …
Earning a 5% to 10% monthly on your investment amount. Real or scam? 100% scam. Imagine, if you can do that, basically you would become millionaire very soon. If become millionaire is not easy, so is earning a 5% monthly return.It was in the news that about 100 people has been cheated by this investment company who promise such return. Of course at the initial period, you can …
Last Friday, as part of friend gathering, we went to Togi korean restaurant at China town mosque street. It was suggested by my friend, otherwise I won't have go to korean restaurant, since I was never a fan of korean food.When we sat down, they served the starter - some pickles. The taste was really good and if I remember correctly it is free flow. The tea also taste great. …
By the time, we went out of home, it is almost noon time. The next stop would be Petaling Jaya or PJ where many good food stall or restaurant is found. Looking at the food guide, I decided to go to this grill/western food stall.When we reached there, it is 12pm already. The breakfast was gone, we are in for the lunch. The shop selling both western food and nasi lemak. Not …
When I was in the pasar malam, I wanted to eat the char kueh on sell. It is really authentic road side food which looks, smell good. But, as we have dinner plan, therefore I didn't eat that.We proceed to the satay celup store, but the queue was quite long. So, we decided to try the Melaka wanton mee, which my friend said very good.This is what the wanton mee looks like. I …
After the coconut house, we went to Mid Valley. I have the plan to meet up with KL friend for a meal and chat. She suggested the restaurant at The Gardens called Gurney Drive which apparently serve Penang food. Gurney Drive is a famous place in Penang, a night market or hawker centre. The concept is pretty simple. They try to bring the Penang hawker food into restaurant. The …
I don't know about your experience. But, apparently Google has developed the CPU hogging tradition. Sometime back, I have CPU hogging issue with Google desktop, out of no where. This time, it is about Google Chrome, the browser.I find it a bit strange, but this is not the first time I encounter this. I went to this website and leave the page open for a while. By the time I …
After the western food, we went to the "old" place - Coconut House at 3 Two Square. My first encounter with Coconut House was way back at Melaka. At that point of time, they were still serving the wood fired pizza, jazz song and oldies. After they moved to KL, Pudu Lama, I went once with friend. This time, they have just moved to 3 Two Square (again).What I like is the wood …
Once I have been to Changi Terminal 3 and saw this interesting shop called Popeyes Chicken and Biscuits. The shop was full and they were selling fried chicken. I didn't get the chance to try, until I was at Singapore Flyer after the event. The restaurant was not so full, and although sinful, we decided for a try.While queueing up, I noticed they have limited choice of items. …
Last week's workload has came down a bit, so finally got sometime to enjoy the weekend. The other friend, Mr See also quite free. So, we decided to embark on the journey for good food. With the help of local food blog ieatishootipost, we went to Toa Payoh for the food hunt.The first stop was at HDB Hub basement food court. First was the Hainanese bun by Gideon 300, together …
Last night, went with friend for the new year eve dinner. The japan restaurant was full house. We ended up in this restaurant Zen Cafe Shindo Art. The light is a bit dark, the are into the fine dining concept i think. The music was soothing though.If you opted for the set menu, it would set you back by at least $40. Maybe to those who enjoy fine dining, this is a decent price …



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