Kelong Dinner

Kelong - a Malay word to describe a form of offshore platform built predominantly with wood and can be found in waters off Malaysia, the Philippines and Indonesia while only a handful remains around Singapore due to rapid urbanization. Kelongs are built by fishermen primarily for fishing purposes, although larger structures can also function as dwellings for them and their families. They are built without the need for nails, using rattan to bind tree trunks and wooden planks together. Over the weekend a group of us went on an seafood "makan" excursion on a Kelong somewhere near the southern coast of Pulau Ubin island. Its about 15 minutes by boat from Changi Point Ferry Terminal.

Boys were a little worried at first but as usual they warmed up quickly.

15 mins later.. we were approaching our "makan" place.

The boys loved the place the minute they step out from the boat. They were so comfortable running around, looking at fishes, exploring the Kelong and playing with the man made swing. We were more worried for them and kept shouting "be careful" especially when we are actually floating in the middle of the sea.

Here comes the food! YUMMY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Pictures paint a thousand words so.. without further ....

It was close to sunset by the time we complete our dinner.

Overall, we had a great time! Lots of laughter, gossiping, watching the kids play and fight and most importantly we had a yummy feast.

What better way to end our trip..:) A visit to the toilet before departing....:P

Kidzania Kuala Lumpur

Ryan and Aidan had their first "working" experience at Kidzania during our last holiday. We went as a group with some friends and boy it was packed!!! Bus loads of students from various International schools have their excursions and field trip there. KIDZANIA is a kid-sized replica of a real city, with streets, buildings, retail and different vehicles going around the "City". Here, children play adult roles and they learn how to be a doctor, a pilot, a construction worker, a private detective, a dentist and over 50 other professions and occupations. The entrance area was built like an airport. We were given boarding passes and check in is a must. It's like boarding a plane.

Being a Fireman and pilot has the craziest queue! What better way to entertain the kids for an hour while waiting for their turn! Remember to bring your portable dvd player or ipad!! It's a must! LOL...

Overall the kids had loads of fun! Try to go on a weekday and pray hard it's a day with no bus loads of students! haha...

Monday to Friday
Single Session 10.00 am to 5.00 pm

Weekends, Public Holiday; School Holidays
Morning Session 10.00 am to 3.00 pm
Afternoon Session 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm

 Ages: 0 – 1 Baby Free
Ages: 2 – 3 Toddler RM 35
Ages: 4 – 17 Kid (Malaysian) RM 55
Ages: 4 – 17 Kid (International) RM 75
Ages: 18 – 59 Adult (Malaysian) RM 35
Ages: 18 – 59 Adult (International) RM 50
Ages: 60+ Senior RM 30

Easy Peasy Chicken Pie

This is comfort food for me. My mum used to cook this for me during weekends when I was little. I assure you this pie will be easy and most importantly YUMMY! Even if you have never made a pie before you will be able to make it!!

Ingredients: 

2 med white onions, halved and sliced.
1 can button mushroom, cleaned and sliced.
1 can Campbell cream of mushroom soup.
4 Boneless chicken thigh (cube).
3 Carrots.
3 Potatoes.
4 eggs, hard boiled and halved.
1-2 sheets ready-rolled puff pastry.
1 lightly beaten egg yolk.

 Method: 

Lay the pastry out to defrost. Preheat oven to 180C. Boil carrots and potatoes until half cooked. drain. Melt some butter/oil and stir fry onions until translucent. Add button mushroom and stir fry chicken until tender. Add boiled carrots and potatoes with the cream of mushroom condensed soup and boil for another 10minutes. Pour the chicken and vegetable mixture into a casserole dish. Add hard boiled eggs. Top it with a sheet of puff pastry. Press edges together and trim off excess pastry. Brush the pastry with egg yolk. Poke a few vent holes in the pastry with a sharp knife. Cook for 20-25 mins or until pastry turns golden brown. Allow it to sit for five minutes or so after removing from oven.

I should start blogging

It's been 2 years since I last blog. So many things have happened and my boys are all grown up! I'd probably need to change this blogs name to "mummy of 2" or "stay at home mum". It's been a big change and not working being a full time mum is definitely not easy. I'm 100% not a tai tai!! haha..

For my momma

I owe my momma a belated present. What better gift can a daughter give her mother than a hand sewn quilt! Am I right???

I present to you.........


A "Laura Ashley" inspired King size quilt to keep my momma warm..:) *hugs*


I needed a massage badly after making this quilt! It was so heavy and not easy to quilt since it's so big! My shoulders were aching after completing it.


I'm quite happy with how it turned out. A lot of hardwork but rewarding.


I have a little model for it too! They love playing on the quilt. Ryan n Aidan treats it as their playing mat. haha...


DOn't think I will ever do this design ever again. Too much work and time spent on it but for my momma... ANYTIME!!!!

One of the Top 10 chicken rice in Malaysia!

If you're bringing your kids to Taiping Zoo, do stop by to try this chicken rice! With the help of our little friend Madam GPS, we found Kedai Kopi Kok Beng. It's voted one of the Top 10 chicken rice in Malaysia.




Do come early as the queue can get pretty long!



We ordered a plate of poached chicken, roasted chicken and char siew.



Verdict: I Like the poached chicken more than the roasted. It's not silky smooth like the ones you get back in Ipoh but it is firm and tender. The Char Siew undoubtedly was very yummy. Look at the picture and I shan't say anything more.



Oh... i have to mention bout the chilli sauce!! You can taste it's homemade from fresh chillies, ginger, garlic and limau kasturi!

For Taiping standard, I think it's a little over priced. A plate of chicken rice is priced at RM3 and combination of meats would be RM5.

Location: Kedai Kopi Kok Beng
38, Jalan Kota
34000 Taiping

Opens daily from 11am to 3pm except Monday (Tutup)

I'm Back!

Dear All,

Yes!!! I'm Back!!!! It's been errr.... 1 half years??? Gosh.. SO much have happened! I'm now living in KL, Malaysia... I've given birth to my 2nd boy Aidan who's 10months and Ryan turned into a monster right after his 2nd birthday. hmmm... What else is new?? Oh yeah!! I fell in love with quilting! I'm crazy over it!! Thinking of selling some too.:)

Apart from quilting, Jon n I have decided we will try to discover Malaysia as much as we can since we're now living here. With 2 active boys n a greedy hubby, I will try to find and share with you places to eat and hopefully some great nature escapes.

Yes!! Finally... It's good to be back!

Crab Tanghoon

Ingredients:
2 crab
2 bundles tang hoon (soaked to soften)
1 cup seafood stock
2 tbsp hua tiau (rice wine)
2 slices streaky bacon
3 cloves garlic
Oil for frying

METHOD:
Cut crab into bite-size.
Heat oil in a wok and fry garlic and streaky bacon till brown.
Add in stock, crab and rice wine. Bring to a boil.
Cover wok for about 10 mins.
Add in soaked tung hoon.
Add in salt and pepper to taste.

Ready to serve!!!!!

It's my father in laws birthday!!!!! What better gift to give but my very own CUPCAKES!!!!!!!!!!! He's a golf fanatic!! This explains why..............






Happy birthday Mr James NG!!! We love you!!!!!!!!! Ryan, mummy n Daddy

GONG XI FA CHAI!

I would like to wish all my friends and family a Very Happy New Year! May the Ox year bring you lots of Happiness! Prosperity and excellent Health!