(2007/03) March 2007 MTBs


nana,
i saw but not sure can trust or not those reviews! so that's why i ask mummies here.

re: Waraku
somebody posted about this Waraku before.. at Marina. Good or not huh? i can't remember!
 
Star,
tried paris before.. not nice. :p anyway, meeting overseas relatives.. think not very appropriate to eat buffett.
 
autum: if u want western, there's an Aston at suntec. we tried last weekend, good steak & grilled chicken. but place is noisy
 
autum,
Must see whether you want chinese food or international food.

Kaexin,
Not going for the Big club, not all charactors my kids like leh.
 
kaexin-u booking in bulk got discount ah?>? looks interesting for our kid ler!!! although i dun really like barney!!
 
nana,
wah.. Esplanade will cause my pocket to have big hole! :p kekekeke.. actually i did think of Esplanade.. but $$$$ haiz..

Huingee,
err, i also dunno le. but my guests are staying in marina hotel.. so that's why i thought of going to these 2 places.. easier for them to walk and no need to take taxi etc.. else very mah-fan.
 
nana, my humble house jia buay bah one leh :p if wanna jia bah must spend a lot!!

tang dian wang is gd! and not ex. nice porridge and soup. but can skip the lotus rice coz personally i find it too nua3 for my liking.. macham they steam too long.
 
Ash,
ooh.. this Tang Dian Wang is nice huh? other than soup (i suppose).. what else they sell huh?

nanabear,
ok.. will keep in mind.
 
edde, ash,
ok ok.. i think i settle on Tang Dian Wang. sounds nice. i just found their website.. but no pricing given. haha.. I trust edde since she say not exp!! :p
 
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Best for children aged 5 to 12 years old and their parents
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haha.. autum, one pot of soup is $19.90 if i din remember wrongly, enuf to feed 8 if using their small bowl. lotus rice is ard $15+ i think, enuf for 4, porridge is less than $10, enuf for 1-2. got other snacks and dishes also, the price is something like crystal jade +/-. nice ambience (they play those pan1 xiu4 qiong2 kinda songs), gd service.
 
Edde,
The tang dian wang got a outlet near my house, too oily for our liking. Maybe we order the wrong dishes, see everyone eating the lotus rice so we also ordered.
 
edde-Anthea likes barney ah?? I not sure my boy likes anot coz he likes elmo, cookie monster more. Maybe bring him go see, sekalli he likes barney after tat. keke.

kaexin-u booking got discount or wad huh? I interested ler but waiting for HB's green light.
 
nana, how much is humble house buffet?? i dinno they hv buffet, been there for their set lunch yrs ago then aft that macham hvnt eaten anything! ahahah! maybe i big eater lah..

kaexin, where got! now no money liao i go for cheap and gd food! hahahahah!

autum, ash, ya tang dian wang chix is quite gd! but kinda ex for the small plate :p other than this i like the crab roll (something like hey zor), the mayo prawn and this mango prawn roll.. their peanuts which they serve before food is yummy too! :p~~~
 
edde: u even rem'ber wat song they play? kakekekek. ya agree the soup not ex & can feed many. 1st time went w hb, maid & A. me & hb got to drink like 3 bowls each
 
yr house?? bukit panjang?? oh.. i dinno they hv another outlet.. ya, i also dun like the lotus rice..

enne, ya lor.. barney is one of the first few characters she knows
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toking abt food makes me so excited. hahaha!

later bringing anthea to tampines 1.. hopefully no Q to the jap shop.
 
edde,
ok ok. i will remember not to order the lotus rice.

ash, edde,
thanks for the recommendation. i called them to make reservations liao. hee..
 
autum: your guests are asian? for chinese food, i like the crystal jade shanghai or the soup restaurant..
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the former is my all time favourite. used to tabao back to office for lunch when I was working there..
 
ash, haha.. coz we always go there and realise they always play the same songs.. sometimes we stay for so long until the CD repeats! ya lor the soup geh siao one, they put its for 2-3 pax but actually can feed so many! my bro and his gf ordered one pot and he said he drink until stomach wanna explode. hahaha! wah kaoz.. cant stand my engrish..
 
ash,
i always read that u go Jap buffett le

AA,
i want to go collect stuff from u! hey, u can sms me your address and directions again? sorry that i lost the sms last time cos i change phone..
 
enne, OMG!!!! if long Q then forget it liao.. i dun wanna Q with anthea running ard!

ash, where???!!!! :p~~~~~~~~~~
 
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Buffet Buffet For lunch buffet below $20, Geek Terminal at Market Street (http://www.geekterminal.com/) @ $13.90 per pax - think it's best for those working in Raffles Place & who want a light lunch.

For lunch buffet between $20 to $30, Carnivore at Vivocity (http://www.carnivore.com.sg/Outlets/vivo.asp
) @ $28++ per pax - good for meat-eaters & those working in Vivocity vicinity.

For lunch buffet above $30, Carousel at Royal Plaza on Scotts (http://dining.royalplaza.com.sg/) @ $39++ per pax - for those who can afford a leisurely lunch with international spread on a weekday at Orchard Road.

2nd episode on dinner buffets ... here are the details: Below $20, Bombay Cafe Express at Suntec City Mall (http://www.bombaycafe.com.sg/) @ $14.90++ per pax - not sure if the buffet's only available on Friday nights since that was what the programme showed. There's also another Bombay Cafe around Tanjong Katong area. I have not tried their food, so any feedback from those who had?

Between $20 to $30, Harbour City Restaurant at PSA Building (http://www.harbourcity.com.sg/
) @ $27.80++ per pax, only on weeknights - ala carte buffet menu of 48 dishes but subject to minimum of 4 pax to enjoy the buffet. This buffet does really look like a great-value for money, but provided you don't mind travelling to the rather remote location. I had only tried the dim sum lunch once & a long time ago, but it seemed very popular with working crowd around there
Above $30, MELT - The World Cafe at Mandarin Oriental (http://www.mandarinoriental.com/singapore/dining/MELT/) @ $70++ per pax, only on weeknights - add $25++ to enjoy free flow of alcohol. As expected, the programme showed this famous buffet in Singapore.

3rd episode on tim sum buffets ... here are the details: Below $20, Lao Beijing at Plaza Singapura (http://www.tunglok.com/laobeijing/laobeijing_menus.html) @ $10.20++ per pax – only for high tea on weekdays, 3 to 5pm. For weekends & PHs, the price increases to $15.80++, but the spread has slightly more choices as well. Check out their website for the full high tea menus. It’s worth a try if you like lots of Chinese carbs.
Between $20 to $30, Peach Blossom at Marina Mandarin (http://www.meritus-hotels.com/hotelresort/marinamandarin/dining/peachblossom.htm) @ $28.80++ per pax, served between 11.30am to 2.30pm, only on weekends & PHs - ala carte buffet menu of over 26 dishes. I haven’t tried it but am really tempted by the display of fried cornflake beancurds, deep fried enoki mushroom parcels and black glutinous rice with pumpkin paste dessert last night. Above $30, Hai Tien Lo at Pan Pacific (http://www.panpacific.com/en/singapore/restaurants_bars/Hai_Tien_Lo.html) @ $58++ per pax, between 11.30am to 2.30pm, only on weekends & PHs – the spread looked good, but 4 out of 5 tasters on the programme commented that the price was a little too high for dim sum, which I tend to agree, what’s more with the recession looming over our heads now.

4th episode on breakfast buffets ... here are the details:
Below $20, Bistro Delifrance at various locations (http://www.delifrance.com.sg/)@ $9.90++ per pax – only on Fridays to Sundays & PHs, 8 to 10.30am. Check their website for the various bistro locations & under ‘Promotions & Hot Deals’ for the breakfast buffet details. Not sure why the flyer on the website indicated that we can have the bakery buffet breakfast at $7.95 and will need to add $3 for an additional hot meal, which was different from what was telecasted last evening, showing unlimited helpings to both their hot & bakery items. Perhaps different bistro have different menus or the flyer is outdated? Did anybody know which outlet they showcased last night?
Between $20 to $30, Cafe Brio’s at Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel (http://www.millenniumhotels.com.sg/grandcopthornewaterfront/restaurant/index.html) @ $29.00++ per pax, served between 6.30 to 10.30am, on all days – the spread seemed very international, probably good for those staying nearby. I found the mention of dining al fresco alongside the Singapore River rather funny since the view is more like of a big canal, nothing spectacular.
Above $30, Olive Tree Restaurant at Intercontinental Singapore ( http://www.singapore.intercontinental.com/dining/olivetree.asp) @ $36.00++ per pax, between 6 to 10.30am, on weekends & PHs – the spread actually didn’t seem as international as Café Brio’s, but is definitely more high end. They have an egg station that will freshly cook your eggs in whatever style you want, which is the norm for 4 stars hotel establishments and above. And boy, am I impressed with their selection of fresh tea leaves that are served in actual tea pots rather than cups to individual customers. The pan fried beef and cheese selection looks really yummy too. So if I’m to choose between Café Brio’s & Olive Tree, I’ll rather pay a bit more & go for the latter. After a most satisfying breakfast, we can then walk off our food by shopping to our fill at Bugis Junction.

5th episode on high tea buffets ... here are the details: Below $20, Chilli Padi Nonya Café at North Bridge Commercial Complex (http://www.hungrygowhere.com/singapore/chilli_padi_nonya_cafe/)@ $8.80+ per pax – there’s this other website - http://www.chillipadi.com.sg/, but I’m not sure if this is the main restaurant’s website or even related to Chilli Padi Nonya café, thus I link up the hungry-go-where website which I feel has the best details & reviews. The high tea buffet is served on all days of the weeks, 2.30pm to 5.30pm, and I think it’s $7.80+ on weekdays, add a dollar for weekends. I was salivating over the spread on tv last night, especially the nonya kuehs, kueh pie ti, chwee kueh & chilled sago with gula melaka. Seems like they rotate their daily menus, thus you may get your favorites on certain days. The spread may not be huge but it’s definitely worth a try for that price. For your information, North Bridge Commercial Complex is just opposite Bugis Junction.
Between $20 to $30, Ellenborough Market Café at Swissotel Merchant Court ( http://www.swissotel.com/EN/Destinations/Singapore/Swissotel+Merchant+Court/HOTEL+HOME/Gallery/Dining/Ellenborough+Market+Cafe.htm) @ $28.00++ per pax, served between 3.30pm to 5.30pm, only on weekends and PHs – needless be much said about this popular buffet with Singaporeans. It’s got a reasonably good spread, just don’t expect very nice ambience as I tend to think the café is always overcrowded. The cold chempedak dessert did look very tempting though.
Above $30, Tea Lounge at The Regent Singapore ( http://www.regenthotels.com/hotels/risin/dinings) @ $36.00++ per pax, served between 1.30pm to 5.30pm on weekends – this is a classic English tea buffet, probably more suitable for ladies of leisure or bunch of girls meeting up for a get-together or couples wanting a quiet afternoon to cosy up to each other. Can you imagine a bunch of guys or big families gathering at this place? I think that explained why Terence Cao kept going over to join the other 2 female tasters last night since it would be a bit awkward for him to sit alone and sample English tea. Anyway, interesting items to try include the Yuzu tarlet, cherry trifle and macarons.

6th episode on dessert buffets ...Steamboat Buffet
Zheng Fa Steamboat - Less Than 20 @ $18.90++, on weekdays. Website: http://www.hungrygowhere.com/singapore/chin_huat_live_seafood_thomson/ (Chin Huat don't have their own website, so this is the best). I was surprised by the indoor decor as it really didn't look very nice outside. I found the uniforms of the staff rather corny, but overall, I wouldn't mind patronising this place with my family or a big bunch of friends so that we can share food & try everything. The desserts really looked interesting, and I am impressed by the fact that they don't only offer steamboat, but also grill/bbq & teppanyaki, & at such low price. I bet this place is going to get swamped from now onwards, & I regret not trying it before the telecast. Chongqing Steamboat @ Tanglin Mall - Less than 30 @ $29.90++ on weekdays & $30.90++ on weekends. Website: http://www.chinesefeasts.com.sg/restaurants.html. The restaurant is more correctly known as The Magic of Chongqing Hot Pot, & you can find the extensive menu on the website above. I like their sauces a lot, and all the 1-serving Jing Chuan Dian Xin items are worth a try. The 8-treasure tea served is a bonus as it really aided digestion of food.
The Buffet @ M Hotel - Above 30 @ $38++ on weekdays. Website: http://www.millenniumhotels.com.sg/mhotelsingapore/restaurant/theBuffet.html. The hotpot buffet showcased last night is really impressive, but I think more suited for seafood lovers since they focus their themes around seafood. I salivated over the drunken prawns cooked on the spot & mushroom varieties & chinese herbs that you can add all you want to your soup, and of course, the durian pengat.

7th episode on dessert buffets ... Below $20, Mingles at Velocity (Novena Square) – ice cream buffet @ $14.90++ per pax, available for high tea everyday – no official website so please refer to this: http://www.hungrygowhere.com/singapore/mingles_velocity/. The buffet offers 24 flavours of New Zealand Natural ice cream, with unlimited waffles (not served whole but in small slices) & 1 drink per customer. It may be too much to eat just ice cream unless you are a true-blue ice cream fan, so a suggestion is to go for their set lunches or dinners, which will give you main course, drink & dessert/soup. I tried this place a couple of times, & rather enjoyed their sausages & rosti. However, this place is definitely not meant for hanging out or big crowds.
Between $20 to $30, The Rose Veranda at Shangri-La Hotel - dessert buffet @ $28++ per pax, available between 3 to 6pm on weekdays. http://www.shangri-la.com/en/property/singapore/shangrila/dining/restaurant/roseveranda. I actually think this is the most worthy of the lot showcased last night, & would love to give it a try when I can find time to take the afternoon off from work & have a leisurely high tea with my friends or other half. Being a female & tea drinker, I love the rose patterned crockery & am amazed by the 102 varieties of tea available. Apparently, they also serve tea cocktails, which are chargeable. Temptations include the crème brulee, mango & mint minestrone, lemongrass & chocolate mousse topped with crunchy chocolate balls, durian cake & chocolate fondue. They also have a selection of hot items for this buffet, which is great for those who are not die hard dessert fans. Above $30, The Courtyard at Fullerton Hotel – chocolate buffet @ $38++ per pax, available Thur through Sat nights. http://www.fullertonhotel.com/swf/main.html#/dining/thecourtyard/. Well, another well known buffet, so I’m not going to say too much. I have never tried it since I don’t fancy gorging myself on chocolate, not that I don’t love chocolate, but I just don’t wish to run at the sight of chocolate for a long time after that. The only items that caught my attention last night are the lychee tiramisu and white chocolate soup.

8th episode on brunch buffets ... Below $20, Penang Place Restaurant at International Business Park – not exactly brunch buffet but more like lunch buffet @ $19.80++ per pax, available daily from 11.30am to 2pm except on Sundays when they close – http://www.penangplace.com/. I tried this before, & have to say that I really enjoyed the spread. It is always very crowded though, so you definitely need to make reservations, even on weekdays. You can refer to the website for the buffet items.
Between $20 to $30, The Pearl River Palace Restaurant at Suntec City Convention Centre Level 3 – ala carte Cantonese lunch buffet @ $28++ per pax, available between 11.30am to 2.30pm on weekends. Being such a traditional Chinese establishment, they do not have their own website, but you can get good reviews at http://www.hungrygowhere.com/singapore/pearl_river_palace/. It seems like a good central venue for family get-together makan sessions on weekends with the usual Chinese restaurant fare, tim sum selection & desserts, & as usual, being able to shop after a heavy makan session is a plus point.
Above $30, Checkers Brasserie at Hilton Singapore – Sunday champagne buffet @ $160++ per pax, available from 12pm to 3pm. Without free flow champagne, it’s $70++ per adult & $25++ per child. http://www1.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/SINHITW-Hilton-Singapore-hotel/dining.do;jsessionid=17BE3DCE5A2E6071BC2B21DAF1E7FCAB.etc73#2. It sounds crazy to pay that kind of $$ for champagne plus lunch, especially when the atmosphere isn’t exactly leisurely or relaxed with a kids’ corner on the same premises. It also seemed so crowded and noisy in the show but if you have the cash to spare, can try for the seafood, western hot entrees like roast beef, foie gras (WOW!) & Yorkshire pudding, Indian cuisine like lamb kebabs & naans, Chinese selection like crepes with Peking duck and of course desserts.
 
AA,
no la, decided on tang dian wang. hey, maybe u should try this tang dian wang.. cos it's shanghainese restaurant.. so if u like crystal jade, u will probably like this too.

so how, sms me can? I go over now?
 
ash, oh i just saw their advert on tv last nite! report on their food k! if nice i wanna go too!

WAH NANA!! >@.@<
 
AA,
oops, i posted then saw that u are going out. what time u leaving?

Ash,
post review of Akira after tonite hor! where is Link Hotel??
 
autum: just smsed you. you wanna come late this evening? we shd be back at abt 8pm cos that's the kids' sleeping time.. i got a missed call, did you call me?
 
kaexin, can include me pleaseeeeeeeeeee?


so how? who is interested in The Little Big Club Live in Concert
details http://www.singaporemotherhood.com/forumboard/messages/976106/451474.html?1239938355
1. darbebe 6 june @11am, 3 tickets (cat 3)
2. kaexin 4 june @4.30pm,2tickets (cat 3)
3. RR 4 june @ 4.30pm, 4 tickets (cat 3)
4. autum ????
5. nanabear 6 June @ 5 pm , 2 tickets + 2 tickets (my friend one) (Cat 3)
6. Enne 6 June @ 2pm, 3 tickets (cat3)

cat3 means $59??
 



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