Singapore National Day Parade Ticket Collection

Last month, residents who won the National Day Parade tickets or preview tickets collected the tickets at Marina Square shopping mall. This year, as usual, I did not win any NDP preview or NDP tickets. Of course I feel disappointed. But there is nothing I can do since tickets are given by balloting. Nevertheless, I just stay at home and watch the live broadcast and have a feast at home and have a good rest in the long weekend. 

Ticket collection at Marina Square shopping mall.

 Items inside the funpacks.

 One of 50 NDP bag designers

 This year funpack comprises many of my childhood favorite items like the colourful chocolate in 8 shape packaging (my favourite number) and card games like SNAP and Old Maid) I used to play with my primary classmates.

 Singa figures

 There are a total of 50 design funpacks.

 Many SG50 events planned for this year 50th year of Singapore independence.

When you are in Singapore, you must eat Chili crab!

Durian Season in Singapore

Durian is one of my favourite fruits. Known as the King of Fruits, the spiky hard crust is filled with sweet and creamy soft yellow fruit. It looks unfriendly but it is so tender and sweet. I remember when I was young, my uncle brought big spiky durians filled with firm and creamy fruit from one of the neighboring countries. 

 Many durian sellers set up temporary stalls in the neighborhood. 

 Durian is creamy soft and sweet with hard seed inside.

My favourite place in Singapore, the Esplanade theatre looks like a durian too.

My Favourite Burger at Soup Union: Ultimate Chicken Caesar Burger

I think I found the perfect burger; the Ultimate Chicken Caesar burger at Soup Union. The toasted wholewheat brioche bun is filled with grilled chicken breast, lean bacon, cheese, fried battered onion, runny sunny side egg and my favourite caesar dressing and healthy romaine lettuce, mushroom and tomatoe. The set which costs $14.90 comes with a drink and a side like house salad, fries or mushroom soup. 

 The House salad with caesar sauce.

Singapore Botanic Garden is now a World Heritage Site

Singapore Botanic Garden is now a World Heritage Site. Yesterday, 4 July, The World Heritage Committee declared that Singapore Botanic Gardens as one of the prestigious UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can read my earlier post on Singapore Botanic Garden here

Coffee Almond Bread at Bread Society

When I tried the coffee almond buns at Bread Society yesterday, today I yearn for more so I went to buy two more coffee almond buns to indulge. Wow, I really love the generous crispy almond flakes with sweet white chocolate on top of the soft bun and coffee cream inside. Luckily Bread Society is located at Suntec City, which is far from my home. Else I buy and eat everyday. 

Bread Society at Suntec City is nearest to Esplanade MRT and 5 mins to 10 minutes walk from City Hall MRT.

Best Dessert Toast: Matcha Honey Toast at Dazzling Cafe Deluxe

Finally, I got to try the Matcha with Azuki Beans Honey Toast at Dazzling Cafe Deluxe at Capitol Piazza (Galleria) after reading many reviews. The cafe has done intensive promotion in Singapore via local popular magazines and newspapers. This cafe is started by a Taiwanese socialite and her partner and they brought this popular cafe from Taiwan to Singapore. 

My cousin and I chose the crispy toast which is great though it was tough to cut the hard toast. We love the crispy, crunchy thick and hard toast filled with many cubes of soft bread underneath the rich matcha ice-cream topped by soft rich cream. The portion is great for sharing for two. We guess the ice-cream must be of good quality as it doesn't melt immediately.  

The total cost for two different teas and the toast inclusive of service charge and 7% GST cost $38.70. Quite pricey but I guess its ok to indulge this delicious dessert once every few months. 

Dazzling Cafe Deluxe

Capitol Piazza (Galleria)

Singapore 178906

How to get there?

Alight at Cityhall MRT and walk for about 5 minutes. 

 Try this! You won't be disappointed. Love the matcha ice-cream and the soft and crunchy toast. ($19.90).

The waitress removed the top toast and it reveal cubes of soft toast inside.

Spread the matcha ice-cream and cream on the bread. Its a match made in heaven.

 Iced Pomelo Tea with Peach ($6.00)

 Caramel Tea (Scented Tea) $7.00

Love their cafe decor. Its a great place for dessert and catching up with your friends.

Flower Dome: Fun Times with Nursery Rhymes

I decided to treat my cousins to a visit at Flower Dome as the theme is Fun Times with Nursery Rhymes and June holiday just started last week. For Passion card member, there is 10% discount.

We were excited to see the flower display as we get to see new species and learn more about it. Also looking at plants and beautiful flowers is really therapeutic and relaxing. I intend to bring my parents to see the flowers since there is free entry for senior citizens above 60 years old.

Nursery Rhymes Floral Display22 May - 19 July 2015
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Nearest MRT :Bayfront MRT

 I love this flower but is not sure of the name. 

 Mona Lavender is a hybrid developed in South Africa.

 Lupins can be eaten but have to be properly processed.

 Night view of Flower dome.