I have been wholeheartedly invested in a book series based on historical fiction since the start of 2021.
Saturday, February 27, 2021
Book review: The Kingsbridge Series - Pillars of the Earth, World Without End and A Column of Fire
I have been wholeheartedly invested in a book series based on historical fiction since the start of 2021.
Tuesday, February 16, 2021
Dine, Shop & Escape into the Countryside at Gardenasia, Singapore
Today I have for you a post that has been in the pipeline since the end of last month.
A few weeks ago, we wanted to take the kids out so we were scouting for a place in nearby localities where the kids could enjoy the outdoors and we could also grab a bite to eat. My husband suggested Bistro by Gardenasia located in the tranquil Kranji countryside.
We were vaguely familiar with the area previously having been to Bollywood Veggies and the Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve but we hadn't been to Gardenasia as yet so we didn't really know what to expect.
Gardenasia is part of the Nyee Phoe group of companies. Located far away from the towering skyscrapers and maddening crowds and lying in the lap of Singapore's green countryside, Gardenasia aims to draw people closer to nature through curated experiences that are nature-inspired. The experience is centered around the various lifestyle pillars – Eat, Work, Play – to create a holistic ‘GA Experience’. These include dining at Bistro Gardenasia, fresh produce and sustainable products by The Local Farm, GAkids programmes, eco-ambassadors Titoy and Morchoo, and farmers’ market events. You can also enjoy a farm stay in the heart of the Kranji countryside with villas modelled after charming black and white colonial houses.
I had checked out the Bistro Gardenasia menu beforehand and was pleased with the 'farm-to-fork' concept. The menu of the bistro, comprised of fresh salads, soups, nibbles, mains, local delights and a few desserts prominently features produce from local agri farmers whom they staunchly support.
I think it is a good time to mention that this area of Singapore is remote and hence relatively cut off from public transport. The most straightforward way to get there is by car and if you have your own vehicle, I recommend that you drive around the verdant green countryside because it is quite the sight for sore eyes.
We reached Gardenasia around mid-morning. The girls spotted the outdoor play area right from the carpark and that immediately got them excited. We managed to convince them to first take a seat at the bistro, look through the menu and decide on what they wanted to eat and then we would let them explore!
My first impression was how unique the place was. Right from the quiet and secluded location, the bamboo groves, the Balinese and Thai-inspired sculptures and the rustic landscaping gives you a feeling of stepping into a faraway world.
The airy bistro overlooks a serene pond embraced by lush greenery and the atmosphere is quite lovely.
Saturday, January 30, 2021
Restaurant review: Kara Cafe at Bukit Timah, Singapore
I had absolutely no plans of doing this review but I feel like good things ought to be shared so here it is!
Saturday, January 23, 2021
Eat Well: 20 Lunchbox Ideas for Adults
I wish I would have done this post in the pre-Covid era (is that a regular term now?). With more adults working from home, the need of a packed lunch is probably at an all-time low. This post definitely would have been more useful before the “new normal” set in.
- Farro salad with roasted pumpkin, beans, baby spinach, pistachios, cranberries and feta cheese with a simple apple cider and dijon mustard vinaigrette.
- Cherries
- Nuts and dried fruit
- Methi thepla
- Tikhari
- Cucumber, purple carrots & cherry tomatoes
- Mango, longan, blackberries and blueberries
- Grilled wholemeal vegetable and egg sandwich
- Cucumber, purple carrots & cherry tomatoes
- Nuts & dried fruit
- Peri peri water lily pops
- Raspberries and pink dragon fruit
- Idlis
- Vegetable sambar
- Cucumber, purple carrots & cherry tomatoes
- Apple & red grapes
- Mint pulao
- Cucumber raita
- Cinnamon & caramel water lily pops
- Fresh apricots & green grapes