Hong Kong cafes are all the rage recently! And this Tong Shui Cafe along Liang Seah Street is one of them. But in my opinion, not the best of them.
The cafe is usually pretty packed (these days, which Hong Kong cafe isn't?) so big groups might find it difficult to get seats.
I tried their Fried Rice with Salted Fish and Wolfberries and Iced Yin Yong, which are decent. But at $8.88, I am inclined to say that it's a little high on price.
They also have the very popular Nissin noodles, which I should try one day!
Had my Mother's day celebration at this restaurant on 13 May. The person who took our order is a young China lady by the name of Sammy Lin. We were quite indecisive of what to order and she voluntêer to offer her suggestion. She seems to know her job well and suggest dishes that
suit our taste. Almost every of her suggestion were accepted. Unlike some other restaurant, she suggested only minimum dishes and stop us from ordering more food. I think this is very helpful as she knows best how big the service portion will be. After taking our order, she top up tea for us. 20 minutes later, she noticed that our food were not served and came to inform us that the food will be served shortly although we did not ask for it.
We enjoy our dinner and the food is just sufficient for all of us.
It seems that either Chinese from China provide better service than local chinese or Overseas workers value their jobs more than the local. Anyway, Pine Valley is lucky to
have staffs with the correct attitude that make the customers dining experience more pleasant.
Roastiing a chicken is a healthier method than frying it in hot oil. Have tried this outlet several times a year and each time, you will walk away a very satisfied customer.
Understand from the manager that they use the freshest chicken and marinate them with natural herbs and spices. It is then slowly turn over a hardwood fire, allowing fat to escape while sealing in the wood-roasted flavour. The wood roasting makes the chicken taste as good as it looks.
Eat the chicken skin. You will realise that it is not fatty but evenly covered with the spices that give you an awsome feeling like as if you are eating sashimi.
Besides chicken, the outlets also serve ribs, wide range of side dishes like coleslaw, potato salad, baked beans, soup and small cute muffins ( should try theirs!! )
Give this place a try if you are near Suntec. It is worth visiting.
This place is literally a candy empire. With the large variety of candies, chocolates and snacks from all over the world, it will definitely satisfy the taste, preference and cravings of everyone!
As most things are not of local brands, the products there would definitely be slightly more expensive. But some of them are really good. I personally like the salt and vinegar flavoured chips they have there, though I can't remember what brand is it. But the stuff there are practically of high quality and almost all look good!
Great place for one with sweet tooth or one who has the habit of snacking a lot ! (:
One bad thing is there are really few outlets around. I only know of two, each at Vivocity and Millenia Walk. And so these outlets are always really packed..
This is a coffee shop located near the Eunos MRT station in the housing estates. It may seem like just a neighbourhood coffee shop but I think this place has quite nice and affordable fish slice noodles! I was told of this place by a friend who lives there. I went to try, and I really liked it! One of the nicer ones I've tried in the east, with quite tasty soup.
Prior to that, I went once and bought a packet for take away, but by the time I ate it, it was cold and not very nice. It's advisable to people who intend to take away, to eat there.
Ayam Penyet is actually fried chicken served with rice. What is special about this dish is that the chicken is deep fried and then flatten with a mallet ( small hammer ) to loosen the meat. Together with a separate plate of fragant rice, it sit on top of a powerful sweet, hot and slightly sour sambal which will give you a good kick or punch when you bite both together.
At $3.50 for a plate of rice, chicken and a bowl of soup, this stall has gained popularity in Singapore. Beside this main outlet, the owner has opened another 9 outlets spreading through north, east, south and west of Singapore.
Used to carry a wide variety of jade and diamonds-related products but in recent years, the company has also started to cater on modern design of gold and precious stones.
What is unique is the range of design that are not easily found in other jewellery shops. Each piece is moulded with its own characteristic look.
Jade is particularly the stone that will capture your eyes. They are green with envy and the design on each piece is created with the mind of a modern woman and will stand the test of time. Even if that design is taken out to wear after 10 years, it will still be a beautiful piece to be appreciated.
We were quite impressed with the staff who showed that all are well-versed in the technology of making each piece. They took time to explain the future value of 1-carat diamond ring ( which we are eyeing on ) and were always ready to show us other designs with comparative price.
We have actually came prepared with prices that we have obtained from other jewellery shops and therefore, we are well aware what we intend to buy
We walked out of the shop a happy and satisfied customer, knowing well that we have bought the ring at a good price and with a newly acquired knowledge of diamonds.
Good service!! This is what I will rate for this branch.
If you were to look through the menu booklet on the 1st page, this company is proud to advertise their achievement and various awards for the past few years.
We were attended by a very friendly staff who took our orders, even recommending us to try their award-winning marble cheese cakes. Upon confirming our orders, he politely check with us whether we are comfortable sitting at the location facing the common passage way. He can move us to another table away from staring eyes looking at our food. We were very touched by his consideration.
Every 20 minutes he would drop by to check on us for any additional order or comments. We noticed that all the staff behaved the same way. They took care of every customer's needs and everyone of them has this big smile when talking to any customer.
By the way, it happened to be a Public Holiday and the queue was fantastically long.
Anyway, his recommendation was good. The cheese cake was not sweet ( which I like it that way ) and it just melt the minute you put into your mouth. Very smooth texture and not dry or too moist at the bottom of the cake.
Give this place a try but be prepared to wait. Went there several times on weekdays. Also have to queue
Philips InfraCare, a portable infrared heat lamp. Bought one recently at Best Denki. Was not convinced of sales talk or demo by staff but a friend of mine just sprained his ankle last week and was complaining that there was a slight creaking sound each time he walks up the stairs.
Have asked him to try the displayed model. After sitting for 20 minutes, his feedback was that he felt a warm feeling near the ankle. The salesman continued to explain that these lamps are designed to relieve chronic muscular pains, rheumatic disorders, stiff muscles and joints. The infrared helps to improve blood circulation which will then supplies more oxygen to the affected area.
A few elderly ladies also sat to try it out. There were giggles and laughter when they have to lift up the bottom part of their pants to expose their ankles. All of them felt a soothing effect. It must be the heat from the lamp.
( Latest feedback from my friend - No more cracking pain! )
Developed by Philips, there are 3 models available. From standing version for entire back, thigh and knees, portable version for neck, shoulder and calf to the smallest version for specific small areas only. Not sure about price but bought mine less than $150
Products are made in Germany and has been approved by the European Medical Device Directive, an international body which test and assess such products for use on people
Currently available at Best Denki, Harvey Norman, Robinsons and selected Guardian pharmacies
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Hong Kong cafes are all the rage recently! And this Tong Shui Cafe along Liang Seah Street is one of them. But in my opinion, not the best of them.
The cafe is usually pretty packed (these days, which Hong Kong cafe isn't?) so big groups might find it difficult to get seats.
I tried their Fried Rice with Salted Fish and Wolfberries and Iced Yin Yong, which are decent. But at $8.88, I am inclined to say that it's a little high on price.
They also have the very popular Nissin noodles, which I should try one day!
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Looking for a shopping mall for all your home furnishing needs? Park Mall is the place to go! Well, provided you have the budget to match.
The shops here mostly carry upmarket designer furniture such as Philippe Starck and Herman Miller.
If you got the dough, you might just find the perfect things to beautify your home. Otherwise, even window-shopping here is not a bad idea at all!
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Had my Mother's day celebration at this restaurant on 13 May. The person who took our order is a young China lady by the name of Sammy Lin. We were quite indecisive of what to order and she voluntêer to offer her suggestion. She seems to know her job well and suggest dishes that
suit our taste. Almost every of her suggestion were accepted. Unlike some other restaurant, she suggested only minimum dishes and stop us from ordering more food. I think this is very helpful as she knows best how big the service portion will be. After taking our order, she top up tea for us. 20 minutes later, she noticed that our food were not served and came to inform us that the food will be served shortly although we did not ask for it.
We enjoy our dinner and the food is just sufficient for all of us.
It seems that either Chinese from China provide better service than local chinese or Overseas workers value their jobs more than the local. Anyway, Pine Valley is lucky to
have staffs with the correct attitude that make the customers dining experience more pleasant.
Rating given:
Roastiing a chicken is a healthier method than frying it in hot oil. Have tried this outlet several times a year and each time, you will walk away a very satisfied customer.
Understand from the manager that they use the freshest chicken and marinate them with natural herbs and spices. It is then slowly turn over a hardwood fire, allowing fat to escape while sealing in the wood-roasted flavour. The wood roasting makes the chicken taste as good as it looks.
Eat the chicken skin. You will realise that it is not fatty but evenly covered with the spices that give you an awsome feeling like as if you are eating sashimi.
Besides chicken, the outlets also serve ribs, wide range of side dishes like coleslaw, potato salad, baked beans, soup and small cute muffins ( should try theirs!! )
Give this place a try if you are near Suntec. It is worth visiting.
Rating given:
This place is literally a candy empire. With the large variety of candies, chocolates and snacks from all over the world, it will definitely satisfy the taste, preference and cravings of everyone!
As most things are not of local brands, the products there would definitely be slightly more expensive. But some of them are really good. I personally like the salt and vinegar flavoured chips they have there, though I can't remember what brand is it. But the stuff there are practically of high quality and almost all look good!
Great place for one with sweet tooth or one who has the habit of snacking a lot ! (:
One bad thing is there are really few outlets around. I only know of two, each at Vivocity and Millenia Walk. And so these outlets are always really packed..
Rating given:
This is a coffee shop located near the Eunos MRT station in the housing estates. It may seem like just a neighbourhood coffee shop but I think this place has quite nice and affordable fish slice noodles! I was told of this place by a friend who lives there. I went to try, and I really liked it! One of the nicer ones I've tried in the east, with quite tasty soup.
Prior to that, I went once and bought a packet for take away, but by the time I ate it, it was cold and not very nice. It's advisable to people who intend to take away, to eat there.
Rating given:
Spicy lovers? Try this outlet @ Changi Village.
Ayam Penyet is actually fried chicken served with rice. What is special about this dish is that the chicken is deep fried and then flatten with a mallet ( small hammer ) to loosen the meat. Together with a separate plate of fragant rice, it sit on top of a powerful sweet, hot and slightly sour sambal which will give you a good kick or punch when you bite both together.
At $3.50 for a plate of rice, chicken and a bowl of soup, this stall has gained popularity in Singapore. Beside this main outlet, the owner has opened another 9 outlets spreading through north, east, south and west of Singapore.
Rating given:
Used to carry a wide variety of jade and diamonds-related products but in recent years, the company has also started to cater on modern design of gold and precious stones.
What is unique is the range of design that are not easily found in other jewellery shops. Each piece is moulded with its own characteristic look.
Jade is particularly the stone that will capture your eyes. They are green with envy and the design on each piece is created with the mind of a modern woman and will stand the test of time. Even if that design is taken out to wear after 10 years, it will still be a beautiful piece to be appreciated.
We were quite impressed with the staff who showed that all are well-versed in the technology of making each piece. They took time to explain the future value of 1-carat diamond ring ( which we are eyeing on ) and were always ready to show us other designs with comparative price.
We have actually came prepared with prices that we have obtained from other jewellery shops and therefore, we are well aware what we intend to buy
We walked out of the shop a happy and satisfied customer, knowing well that we have bought the ring at a good price and with a newly acquired knowledge of diamonds.
Rating given:
Good service!! This is what I will rate for this branch.
If you were to look through the menu booklet on the 1st page, this company is proud to advertise their achievement and various awards for the past few years.
We were attended by a very friendly staff who took our orders, even recommending us to try their award-winning marble cheese cakes. Upon confirming our orders, he politely check with us whether we are comfortable sitting at the location facing the common passage way. He can move us to another table away from staring eyes looking at our food. We were very touched by his consideration.
Every 20 minutes he would drop by to check on us for any additional order or comments. We noticed that all the staff behaved the same way. They took care of every customer's needs and everyone of them has this big smile when talking to any customer.
By the way, it happened to be a Public Holiday and the queue was fantastically long.
Anyway, his recommendation was good. The cheese cake was not sweet ( which I like it that way ) and it just melt the minute you put into your mouth. Very smooth texture and not dry or too moist at the bottom of the cake.
Give this place a try but be prepared to wait. Went there several times on weekdays. Also have to queue
Rating given:
Philips InfraCare, a portable infrared heat lamp. Bought one recently at Best Denki. Was not convinced of sales talk or demo by staff but a friend of mine just sprained his ankle last week and was complaining that there was a slight creaking sound each time he walks up the stairs.
Have asked him to try the displayed model. After sitting for 20 minutes, his feedback was that he felt a warm feeling near the ankle. The salesman continued to explain that these lamps are designed to relieve chronic muscular pains, rheumatic disorders, stiff muscles and joints. The infrared helps to improve blood circulation which will then supplies more oxygen to the affected area.
A few elderly ladies also sat to try it out. There were giggles and laughter when they have to lift up the bottom part of their pants to expose their ankles. All of them felt a soothing effect. It must be the heat from the lamp.
( Latest feedback from my friend - No more cracking pain! )
Developed by Philips, there are 3 models available. From standing version for entire back, thigh and knees, portable version for neck, shoulder and calf to the smallest version for specific small areas only. Not sure about price but bought mine less than $150
Products are made in Germany and has been approved by the European Medical Device Directive, an international body which test and assess such products for use on people
Currently available at Best Denki, Harvey Norman, Robinsons and selected Guardian pharmacies
Rating given: