superfinefeline writes: We stumbled upon this gem of a noodle house by accident. We were in a cab trying to find our way to the famous Cheong Fun stall called Tong Kee in Jordan, Kowloon. However, in my haste to get food, I saw "Tong Kee" on the sign and told the cabby that we were at the desired location. It was only when we walked in, sat down and looked at the menu that we realised that they didn't sell Cheong Fun at all. Rats! The stallkeepers were pretty nice. They told us that the stall we were looking for ...
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superfinefeline writes: During my Christmas vacation to Hong Kong, I barely had the time to stop for a strong caffeine fix as the rest of the folks in my group weren't caffeine fiends like me. I finally found some time to myself when I developed a cough and declined to join them on a day trip to Stanley Bay. It was nice to sleep in but I didn't feel too hungry as I was still groggy from the medication. I decided to locate the Caffe ...
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superfinefeline writes: *image taken from the flyer for Chefs for a CauseChefs for A Cause is an initiative spearheaded by Project Happy Feet to raise funds for the beneficiaries of MILK (Mainly I Love Kids) and Project Happy Feet. 10 local chefs got together to contribute recipes for their specialties and compiling them ...
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superfinefeline writes: I was thrilled to be able to catch up with Dim Sum Dolly and a few friends of hers during my recent vacation in Hong Kong. We adjourned for desserts at Shek Mo Fong (石磨坊 Cantonese for Stone Mill) in Tin Hau.  ...
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superfinefeline writes: Happy New Year everyone! I'm kicking off the year by sharing a promotion by Ben & Jerry's for fellow B&J fans in Singapore.From 1 January to 31 January 2010, as a way of saying a BIG "Thank You" to all B&J fans in Singapore, Ben & Jerry's will be offering 2 pints of ice cream for S$20.10! This offer is available at all NTUC FairPrice, Cold Storage, 7-Eleven, Cheers and Choices (SPC) outlets.The 16 flavours are:...
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superfinefeline writes: Quick Christmas TrifleIngredients250g mascarpone cheese3tbsp icing sugar, plus extra for garnish 4tbsp cream liqueur cinnamon, ground, a pinch 1 x orange(s), zest 200ml double cream 100g panettone 1tbsp brandy dark chocolate, small piece, to grate Method1. Sift the icing sugar into the mascarpone and whisk together with the cream liqueur, cinnamon and orange zest.2. In a separate bowl, beat the double cream until ...
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superfinefeline writes: Christmas Paella (serves 4) Ingredients1 x red pepper(s), finely diced 1 x onion(s), medium, finely chopped 2 x garlic clove(s), peeled 400g paella rice 125ml wine, dry white 1tsp smoked paprika saffron threads, generous pinch 1l vegetable stock, hot 12 x mussels, fresh, large, well scrubbed, beards removed 4 x prawns, large 4 x squid, prepared, approx 170g in total, sliced into rings 280g monkfish fillet, roughly chopped flat-leaf parsley, a handful, chopped 1 x lemon(s), cut into wedges olive oil sea salt ground ...
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superfinefeline writes: Roast Chestnut, Parsnip and Apple Soup (serves 4)Ingredients50g unsalted butter2 x parsnips, medium, peeled and grated2 x celery stick(s), chopped1tsp curry powder, mild or medium strengthsage, small bunch (I was unable to find sage so I omitted it)1 x apple(s), cored and chopped250g roasted chestnuts, shelled, skinned and roughly choppedvegetable stock, 800ml-1 litre, hot100ml single creamolive oilsea saltground black pepperMethod1. Melt the butter in a wide pan and add the parsnips. Allow to cook out briefly before adding the celery followed by the apples.2. ...
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superfinefeline writes: Want to win a BBC Lifestyle souvenir apron? Here's how:1) Watch this blog for details over the weekend.2) Answer a simple question (answers to be sent via email).3) The first 6 people with the correct answer will be given an apron.* Apologies to my overseas readers, this is applicable only to respondents with a valid Singapore mailing address.
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superfinefeline writes: SH and I met for a very late lunch at the basement foodcourt in Parkway Parade last weekend.We both love Fried Hokkien Mee so ...
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