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November 19, 2015

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Back at Jade Palace

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When Dad and Mom like something, they really like coming back again and again and again! We went back to Jade Palace!

Previous entry: Jade Palace Sept. 9, 2015

Hubby’s favorite 🙂

New! We did not have this the last time. Known to us as Diwal 🙂

Oysters

We had the white crab this time

And of course this one!!

Masachi! Hubby’s favorite 🙂

Dad shared his wine with the owner haha!!! He is one of the owners and he is also the manager 🙂 He is bragging to us that his restaurant is the only one that has remained in the mall for many years while others have left.

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November 18, 2015

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Xi Yan

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Love the building where Xi Yan is located in

Love the interiors

Artworks for sale

Our server Rey, Pinoy of course 🙂

Since we love hairy crab and it was in season, we chose the hairy crab menu

No matter what, my favourite way so far is having the crab as is! Pure hairy crab! 🙂

This was my second favourite dish from the menu – Fresh fish noodles with golden hairy crab roe on crispy rice

November 17, 2015

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Pizzeria Mozza

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We went all the way to Marina Sands Bay to try Pizzeria Mozza since the hubby’s twin recommended it as it is their favourite in Singapore 🙂 There is a choice when you get to the reception – Osteria or Pizzeria 🙂 This is owned by Mario Batali

Osteria is their fine dining

And Pizzeria is casual with a more limited menu

Bread came in a brown bag 🙂

Every Monday is Meatless Monday at Pizzeria Mozza

Yummy Burrata Grilled Cheese

Carl our serve in Pizzeria Mozza is Pinoy 🙂 There are many pinoys all over Singapore

Bacon, Salami, Fennel sausage, pancetta, tomato and mozzarella – Hubby and twin brother are the same, they order the same thing

November 17, 2015

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Hua Ting at Orchard Hotel

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Discovered a restaurant this trip in Singapore! It’s hard to get a table on weekends. Come lunch weekdays. The restaurant is owned by the owner of Orchard Hotel. He eats here always – it is his kitchen. I highly recommend 🙂

The hubby’s favourite – Roast pork macau style 🙂

Not in the menu – Emerald beancurd with local spinach and scallop ( you can choose crabmeat or mushroom but scallop was yummy )

For all you Tim Ho Wan BBQ pork bun lovers out there – come try this Hua Ting Signature Baked Chicken Tartlets with Mango ( dim sum menu) at Hua Ting in Orchard Hotel – Yummy!!!!!!!!

We usually see these Happy Birthday desserts in Hong Kong and they come in dims baskets – but look how nice their presentation here – it is in a tree. I had to catch the server walking. The tree is already empty since they removed the birthday buns – but how nice its like a birthday cake 🙂

November 16, 2015

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Chatterbox

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Whenever we are in Singapore, Dad and Mom like to come to Chatterbox to have Hainanese Chicken. It was the Mandarin Orchard Hotel that brought Hainanes Chicken as a street food, from the street to the hotel 🙂

crispy squid

I ordered this because I like chicken wings and I liked salted egg anything 🙂 I am trying it in all forms! 🙂

Sago Gula Melaka

International Buffet Breakfast
Daily: 7.00am – 10.00am

All-Day Dining
Sunday – Thursday: 11.00am – 11.00pm
Friday, Saturday & Eve of Public Holiday: 11.00am – 2.00am

Enquiries: (65) 6831 6288 / 6291
Email: dine.orchard@meritushotels.com

At Chatterbox, feast on the award-winning Mandarin Chicken Rice, a household name and the best-selling item on the menu since the restaurant opened in 1971. Other Asian delights include the Chatterbox Lobster Laksa and King Prawn Fried Hokkien Noodles.

October 25, 2015

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Mission Church of Carmel

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This photo is so miraculous! How the clouds look like rays beaming from the Carmel Mission. Founded June 3, 1770. It stands today as a monument to the great “Missionary of the Cross” who left his home and the comforts of a conventional life to come to our Western wilderness to preach the Gospel of Christ and to teach California’s Native Americans. The Blessed Junipero Serra Of the order of Franciscan friars. He was canonized by Pope Francis during his visit to the USA

October 24, 2015

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Mission Ranch

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“The historic Mission Ranch on 22 acres with spectacular views of Point Lobos, Carmel River Beach and the Pacific Ocean. Once one of the first dairies in California, the rich history of this 1800’s ranch was preserved and restored by former Carmel Mayor, Clint Eastwood. A longtime Carmel resident, Clint Eastwood rescued this landmark resort from condo developers, and renovated the entire property to provide a unique resort experience. The Inn now consists of 31 hotel rooms located within ten buildings on the property. While dining at the restaurant, known for its American Cuisine and Piano Bar, you can watch the sheep graze in the meadow. Located just 9 blocks south of downtown Carmel and 8 blocks from Carmel Beach, the views and quiet location make the Ranch a special place for romantic getaways, weddings, corporate dinners or family vacations. The property is also the home of the Mission Ranch Tennis and Fitness Club which guests are welcome to enjoy during their stay.” ( http://www.missionranchcarmel.com)

Beautiful!!! I want to have a ranch!!!

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October 24, 2015

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17-Mile Drive

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Since we were already on the 17 Mile Drive – we drove it. Our guide was the red lines on the road. The 17-Mile Drive is a scenic road through Pebble Beach and Pacific Grove on the Monterey Peninsula in California, much of which hugs the Pacific coastline and passes famous golf courses, mansions and scenic attractions, including the Lone Cypress, Bird Rock and the 5,300-acre Del Monte Forest of Monterey Cypress trees.

The drive serves as the main road through the gated community of Pebble Beach. Inside this community, nonresidents have to pay a toll to use the road. Like the community, the majority of 17-Mile Drive is owned and operated by the Pebble Beach Corporation. The 17-Mile Drive is a 17-mile (27 km)-long scenic loop having four primary entrances – the main highway entrance at California State Route 1, and entrances in Carmel and Pacific Grove. ( Wikipedia)

Many beautiful private homes in the area

Some homes are named – I like this one 🙂

Pebble Beach Golf Course

A significant portion of the drive is by the water

The Lone Cypress Tree in the 17 Mile Drive is the highlight of the drive. It is the most photographed tree!

Standing on a granite hillside off California’s scenic 17-mile drive in Pebble Beach, the Lone Cypress is a western icon, and has been called one of the most photographed trees in North America. The tree is located between Cypress Point Golf Course and the Pebble Beach Golf Links, two of world’s most well known golf courses. Possibly as old as 250 years, the cypress has been scarred by fire and held in place with cables for 65 years.

The Monterey Cypress grows naturally only in Pebble Beach and Point Lobos

A drawing of the tree was registered as Pebble Beach Company’s trademark in 1919. The company, said the trademark protected not only the logo but also the tree itself ( Wikipedia)

October 23, 2015

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Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance

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The Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance is an annual event since 1950 where only the best and most rare cars from all over the world are invited to exhibit and compete at the beautiful venue, the 18th Fairway of the Pebble Beach Golf Link. First conducted in 1950, the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance is often said to be the world’s premier celebration of the automobile. Only the most beautiful and rare automobiles are invited to appear on the famed eighteenth fairway of Pebble Beach Golf Links each year, and connoisseurs of art and technology congregate to see them. This year 219 cars from 16 countries competed at the event.

Over 15,000 attendees at the Pebble Beach Concours d’ Elegance. A car show with a breathtaking venue – the 18th Fairway of the Pebble Beach Golf Link by the waters. A 1924 Isotta Fraschini Tipo 8A Cabriolet ( right ) won the competition.

1924 Isotta Fraschini Tipo 8A F. Ramseier & Cie Worblaufen Cabriolet Jim Patterson/The Patterson Collection, Louisville, Kentucky

One of my favourite cars in the show was in the British pre war Sports Class was a Bugatti which had sexy curves

Many Ferraris were featured in this years show

Concept Cars displayed in the lawn of the Lodge at Pebble Beach

Beautiful temporary tents were set up by in different areas by the car companies who sponsored the event, Cadillac, Tesla, Lexus, Infinity and Mac Laren

You will think that only men will be at the show, but people from all ages including ladies and pets who attend the event.

A pretty poodle who got just as many photos as the cars

A young boy going around taking photos of the cars

Many ladies chatting with other ladies and wearing beautiful hats! A perfect occasion to display your most beautiful and colourful hats and serves as a double purpose as shade from the heat which can reach over a hundred degrees

It is a very well attended event and at the same time, a donation is made to the Pebble Beach Company Foundation. This year they were able to raise $2 million and around $20 million since they started 65 years ago.

“I continue to be inspired by the generosity of the collector car community,” said Concours Chairman Sandra Button. “Entrants bring their automotive treasures here to share with others, judges bring their expertise, sponsors often debut new cars and provide items for opportunity drawings—and, together, we are able to make a solid contribution to better the lives of others.”

“It is easy to see the affluence of this area, but we cannot overlook the many needs in this county,” Pebble Beach Company CEO William Perocchi said. “It’s because of the generosity of our donors and charity partners that we can significantly impact the lives of Monterey County residents. The money raised during this event, and in turn distributed to our community partners, helps those in need.” It is a worthwhile event to see even atleast once in your life if you love cars. And for the rest of the family, definitely something to enjoy as well and continue on to visit Monterey, Carmel and the Big Sur which are in the near vicinity of the show.