Presenting to you the animated version of the 20 consecutive photos which we took on Boxing Day. Pretty cool right??!!?? hahaha....Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Animated photos
Presenting to you the animated version of the 20 consecutive photos which we took on Boxing Day. Pretty cool right??!!?? hahaha....
Sunday, December 27, 2009
Flea Markets
Loveflower: Sharing with you folks on the information which I gathered for some of the flea markets in Singapore after hours of web crawling (!!!!)...
I have 'spring-clean' my room (sort of) and there are tons of clothes/ accessories/ bags/ soft toys, etc which is either new (price tag still there lor) and I'm not going to wear/use cos I must have been not thinking correctly/clearly when I made the purchase (hahaha... one of my many impulse buys), worn/used once and I think it's not suitable, or collectible items of yesteryear...
And besides, I am encouraged by the fact that my sis's fren had managed to sell off 2 out of 3 boxes of her discarded items and earned a small profit (after rental cost) for stuff which she was going to throw away. This proves that there is market for secondhand items and I am sure selling off my stuff to people who can appreciate and make better use of them is my tiny contribution to a greener world (re: recycle and reuse), hahaha... =)
TANGLIN MALL SECONDHAND FASHION AND JUMBLE BAZAAR
Set up along the walkway leading to Tanglin Mall Shopping Centre, over 50 vendors display their wares comprising of antiques and collectables to second hand clothes, CDs, records and toys. With a wide variety of goods on sale, the bazaar caters to people for all ages. Certain items like imitation goods, new items, new books and goods that are similar to or conflict those sold by shops in Tanglin Mall are strictly not allowed to be sold in the bazaar.
When: Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month from 3 to 11 p.m.
Where: Covered walkway at Tanglin Mall
How to register: Personally via Tanglin Mall’s Information Counter at Level 2 from 10a.m. to 8p.m. Balloting will be done on the day after submission and applicants must make a payment of $85 via NETS only, in person.
More queries? Call the Information Counter at 6736 4922 to find out or visit their website
ZOUK FLEA AND EASY MARKET
Happening once every three months, Zouk’s flea market is the place to be for all fashionistas and chic partygoers. Targeted mainly at youths and young adults, Zouk’s Flea and Easy Market boasts over 70 stalls selling a variety of items ranging from second-hand goods to quirky items. One can expect to find branded bags at huge discounts to vintage finds to homemade cookies! Myriad of wares indeed! Do prepare your money in advance, as all the goods sold at this market must be paid in cash.
When: Once every three months on a Sunday 2 to 7 p.m.
Where: Zouk, Jiak Kim Street
How to register: Interested parties must sign up as a member online at zoukclub.com and opt for email updates. Selected applicants must then proceed to Zouk’s reception counter two weeks prior to the event to pay a fee of $50 to confirm their space. The exact location of their space will be made known a week before.
LIME FLEA MARKET
Held at *scape twice every month, LIME’s Flea Market Sale attracts people of all ages. With stalls selling second-hand clothes, vintage finds and handmade accessories amongst other items, the flea market is sure to cater to everyone’s needs with a target audience of youths and families.
When: Every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month
Where: *scape (behind Cathay Orchard Cineleisure)
How to register: Interested parties can email fleamarket@lime.com.sg their application with the following details: Name, age, IC number, address, mobile number, e-mail and describe the item/s that you will be selling (pictures would be nice if possible). Include the code: LIME in your application. The rental cost for a stall is $20 per day. Selected fleamarters will be contacted via email and given five working days to make their payment at the LIME office at Mediacorp Publishing Pte. Ltd, Techpoint 10, Ang Mo Kio St. 65 #01-06/08. One catch: Only applicants of 18 years of age and and above are accepted. Oh, and no sales of food, drinks or mags are allowed.
THIEVES MARKET
Located in Sungei Road near Sim Lim Square, the market consists of 400 over vendors selling items ranging from old notes and coins to army boots to VCDs and mobile phones. Set up in the 1930s, shop owners had to wind up their business or peddle their goods on the street (which is what we see today). Up the bargaining a notch, and vintage items and curios can be bought at a steal!
When: Daily from 1 to 7 p.m.
Where: Sungei Road, a 10-minute walk away from Little India MRT Station
How to register: Not applicable. First-come-first-served basis. Just be there early to set up shop.
MAAD
An acronym for Market of Artists and Designers, the market is also an exhibition and performance area for artists. This is the only place to find original artworks in a flea market atmosphere, where artworks, creations and ideas are sold, displayed or exhibited. Located at the Red Dot Design Museum, what sets MAAD apart from most flea marts is that prices for items sold at MAAD may not be all that low because they are original pieces, handmade and done by budding artists.
When: The first weekend of every month from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Red Dot Design Museum at Maxwell Road
How to register: Email ask@maad.sg with 1. Artist or designer name and contact number 2. Month of participation 3. Pictures and description of the creative works/creative services or performance. MAAD will get back to you on booth reservation status within five days. Booth space is priced at $80 for both days. Do note that second hand goods/ clothes are not allowed. Nor imported or traded goods. Sell your own creations!
Above extracts taken from
http://www.youth.sg/content/view/4353/60/
http://www.insing.com/news/shopping-fairs-and-festivals-leisure/an-insider-s-guide-to-flea-markets/id-dc8d0000?nav=60000
plus many many many many flea market organizers which you can find here
Have fun touting your wares at the flea market then =P
I have 'spring-clean' my room (sort of) and there are tons of clothes/ accessories/ bags/ soft toys, etc which is either new (price tag still there lor) and I'm not going to wear/use cos I must have been not thinking correctly/clearly when I made the purchase (hahaha... one of my many impulse buys), worn/used once and I think it's not suitable, or collectible items of yesteryear...
And besides, I am encouraged by the fact that my sis's fren had managed to sell off 2 out of 3 boxes of her discarded items and earned a small profit (after rental cost) for stuff which she was going to throw away. This proves that there is market for secondhand items and I am sure selling off my stuff to people who can appreciate and make better use of them is my tiny contribution to a greener world (re: recycle and reuse), hahaha... =)
TANGLIN MALL SECONDHAND FASHION AND JUMBLE BAZAAR
Set up along the walkway leading to Tanglin Mall Shopping Centre, over 50 vendors display their wares comprising of antiques and collectables to second hand clothes, CDs, records and toys. With a wide variety of goods on sale, the bazaar caters to people for all ages. Certain items like imitation goods, new items, new books and goods that are similar to or conflict those sold by shops in Tanglin Mall are strictly not allowed to be sold in the bazaar.
When: Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month from 3 to 11 p.m.
Where: Covered walkway at Tanglin Mall
How to register: Personally via Tanglin Mall’s Information Counter at Level 2 from 10a.m. to 8p.m. Balloting will be done on the day after submission and applicants must make a payment of $85 via NETS only, in person.
More queries? Call the Information Counter at 6736 4922 to find out or visit their website
ZOUK FLEA AND EASY MARKET
Happening once every three months, Zouk’s flea market is the place to be for all fashionistas and chic partygoers. Targeted mainly at youths and young adults, Zouk’s Flea and Easy Market boasts over 70 stalls selling a variety of items ranging from second-hand goods to quirky items. One can expect to find branded bags at huge discounts to vintage finds to homemade cookies! Myriad of wares indeed! Do prepare your money in advance, as all the goods sold at this market must be paid in cash.
When: Once every three months on a Sunday 2 to 7 p.m.
Where: Zouk, Jiak Kim Street
How to register: Interested parties must sign up as a member online at zoukclub.com and opt for email updates. Selected applicants must then proceed to Zouk’s reception counter two weeks prior to the event to pay a fee of $50 to confirm their space. The exact location of their space will be made known a week before.
LIME FLEA MARKET
Held at *scape twice every month, LIME’s Flea Market Sale attracts people of all ages. With stalls selling second-hand clothes, vintage finds and handmade accessories amongst other items, the flea market is sure to cater to everyone’s needs with a target audience of youths and families.
When: Every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month
Where: *scape (behind Cathay Orchard Cineleisure)
How to register: Interested parties can email fleamarket@lime.com.sg their application with the following details: Name, age, IC number, address, mobile number, e-mail and describe the item/s that you will be selling (pictures would be nice if possible). Include the code: LIME in your application. The rental cost for a stall is $20 per day. Selected fleamarters will be contacted via email and given five working days to make their payment at the LIME office at Mediacorp Publishing Pte. Ltd, Techpoint 10, Ang Mo Kio St. 65 #01-06/08. One catch: Only applicants of 18 years of age and and above are accepted. Oh, and no sales of food, drinks or mags are allowed.
THIEVES MARKET
Located in Sungei Road near Sim Lim Square, the market consists of 400 over vendors selling items ranging from old notes and coins to army boots to VCDs and mobile phones. Set up in the 1930s, shop owners had to wind up their business or peddle their goods on the street (which is what we see today). Up the bargaining a notch, and vintage items and curios can be bought at a steal!
When: Daily from 1 to 7 p.m.
Where: Sungei Road, a 10-minute walk away from Little India MRT Station
How to register: Not applicable. First-come-first-served basis. Just be there early to set up shop.
MAAD
An acronym for Market of Artists and Designers, the market is also an exhibition and performance area for artists. This is the only place to find original artworks in a flea market atmosphere, where artworks, creations and ideas are sold, displayed or exhibited. Located at the Red Dot Design Museum, what sets MAAD apart from most flea marts is that prices for items sold at MAAD may not be all that low because they are original pieces, handmade and done by budding artists.
When: The first weekend of every month from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Red Dot Design Museum at Maxwell Road
How to register: Email ask@maad.sg with 1. Artist or designer name and contact number 2. Month of participation 3. Pictures and description of the creative works/creative services or performance. MAAD will get back to you on booth reservation status within five days. Booth space is priced at $80 for both days. Do note that second hand goods/ clothes are not allowed. Nor imported or traded goods. Sell your own creations!
Above extracts taken from
http://www.youth.sg/content/view/4353/60/
http://www.insing.com/news/shopping-fairs-and-festivals-leisure/an-insider-s-guide-to-flea-markets/id-dc8d0000?nav=60000
plus many many many many flea market organizers which you can find here
Have fun touting your wares at the flea market then =P
Friday, December 25, 2009
Friday, December 18, 2009
Unwind in style
Loveflower: It's been a long time since anyone has posted an entry =( Time to me to post something bo liao and which you may find it useful... hahaha...
As the proverb goes, all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy / Doris a dull girl. Below is a list of places where you can unwind in style...
Muse Bar #01-01
National Museum of Singapore
93 Stamford Road, Singapore 178897
Tel: 6337 9000
Interestingly located in the middle of the revamped National Museum of Singapore, Muse Bar is a relatively new watering hole by the owners of Graze restaurant at Rochester Park. More than $1 million was spent on renovations and the sound system, and the chill-out venue comes with plush interiors and chic designer furniture. For example, exquisite chandeliers hang from the high ceilings while huge sofas give the stylish bar a homely feel. The bar can accommodate 400 people, and comes with a courtyard for those who prefer an alfresco experience.
The bar plays a blend of laid-back house and chill out music, and serves delights ranging from champagne cocktails to crispy chicken with dashi flakes and wasabi mayonnaise. Happy Hour takes place from 4 to 7pm on Mondays to Fridays; guests who order alcoholic drinks will be served complimentary delectables such as mini-burgers, laksa burritos and tom-yam shrimp parcel puffs.
The Bar At Morton's
Level 4, The Oriental, Singapore
5 Raffles Avenue, Marina Square, Singapore 039797
Tel: 6339 3740
Morton's of Chicago at The Oriental is the steakhouse group's first restaurant outside of America. While the restaurant is famous for serving grain-fed aged beef and fresh seafood, The Bar at Morton's is an elegant location known for its martinis, exceptional wines and decadent desserts. Soft lighting, jazz music and impeccable service contribute to an unforgettable experience, while the bar's spacious interior offers an ideal environment for pre-dinner appetisers or post-meal cocktails.
From 5 to 7pm on Mondays to Fridays, patrons who order any of the bar's five martinis (classic, cosmopolitan, chocolate, appletini and lycheetini) will be served complimentary fillet mignon steak sandwiches, butler style. These steak sandwiches offer a taste of the actual restaurant's cuisine, but come early to avoid disappointment – queues usually start forming in front of the bar before 5pm.
Brewerkz Singapore
#01-05/06 Riverside Point
30 Merchant Rd, Singapore 058282
Tel : 6438 7438
Opened in 1997, Brewerkz offers excellent handcrafted beer and American-style food like sandwiches and chicken wings. Located by the Singapore River, Brewerkz has a spacious factory-like interior that can cater for parties and events. In fact, Brewerkz has special packages for private parties of 25 to 100 people, which can be held in any one of the different locations within the venue, like the large Dining Room, the cosy Trophy Room and even an alfresco area.
Sports fans will be glad to know that sporting programmes like soccer matches are shown regularly on the several projection screens. Pool tables and dart boards are also available, further contributing to the laid-back atmosphere at Brewerkz.
Look out for the numerous Happy Hour promotions here: beer goes for $3.49 per mug from 12 to 3pm and $7.49 per mug from 6 to 8pm. Brewerkz won a gold medal in the Association of Brewers (AOB) World Beer Cup 2004, a global beer competition that evaluates beers from around the world.
Hacienda
13A Dempsey Road, Singapore 249674
Opened by Michael Lu, who was behind the now-defunct Centro, Hacienda is a 4,500 sq ft alfresco bar tucked away in a secluded corner of Dempsey Road, now also known as Tanglin Village. Unless you drive, it can ve rather inaccessible, but that also means that you won't have to put up with large crowds!
Popular with business professionals and expatriates, Hacienda features a patio and a delightfully manicured garden, with seats surrounding the bar and restaurant. White drapes add a touch of elegance to the interior, while flickering tea lights enhance the tranquil beauty of Hacienda at night, making it a cosy and intimate venue. Guest DJs spin music ranging from house to chill-out tunes.
Recently added items on the menu include Black Longan Martini and Green Anjou Pear Martini, along with staples like fresh fruitjuice cocktails, champagne, draught beers and pizza. On Sundays, a BBQ menu including burgers, steaks and sausage platters is available.
Timbre Music Bistro and Bar
45 Armenian Street, The Substation Garden, Singapore 179936
Best known for 'live' music courtesy of talented local bands, Timbre is located directly opposite the Singapore Management University's city campus. Offering a cosy and spacious outdoor atmosphere, Timbre has a seating capacity of 200 and a standing capacity of up to 350. It is often packed to the brim on weekends. Teak-hued furnishing and foliage lend a rustic feel to the venue, which has seen popular local acts like EIC, Local Barboy and Lunarin performing to appreciate crowds.
The thin-crust pizzas here are a must-try, and other delicacies on the menu include grilled crayfish, soft shelled crab salad and lamb and mushroom kebabs. Happy Hour promotions are from 6 to 9pm daily, when ordering two jugs of beer or a bottle of house wine will get you a pizza of the day for free. House pour jugs with soft drink mixers at $32 come with a complimentary plate of deep fried baby squids.
Extracts taken from http://community.jobscentral.com.sg/node/308
Anyone is free and available on coming Monday, 21 Dec 2009 for a cocktail?? I'll be at Morton's Bar, drop me a sms if you want to join me =) Seeya
As the proverb goes, all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy / Doris a dull girl. Below is a list of places where you can unwind in style...
Muse Bar #01-01
National Museum of Singapore
93 Stamford Road, Singapore 178897
Tel: 6337 9000
Interestingly located in the middle of the revamped National Museum of Singapore, Muse Bar is a relatively new watering hole by the owners of Graze restaurant at Rochester Park. More than $1 million was spent on renovations and the sound system, and the chill-out venue comes with plush interiors and chic designer furniture. For example, exquisite chandeliers hang from the high ceilings while huge sofas give the stylish bar a homely feel. The bar can accommodate 400 people, and comes with a courtyard for those who prefer an alfresco experience.
The bar plays a blend of laid-back house and chill out music, and serves delights ranging from champagne cocktails to crispy chicken with dashi flakes and wasabi mayonnaise. Happy Hour takes place from 4 to 7pm on Mondays to Fridays; guests who order alcoholic drinks will be served complimentary delectables such as mini-burgers, laksa burritos and tom-yam shrimp parcel puffs.
The Bar At Morton's
Level 4, The Oriental, Singapore
5 Raffles Avenue, Marina Square, Singapore 039797
Tel: 6339 3740
Morton's of Chicago at The Oriental is the steakhouse group's first restaurant outside of America. While the restaurant is famous for serving grain-fed aged beef and fresh seafood, The Bar at Morton's is an elegant location known for its martinis, exceptional wines and decadent desserts. Soft lighting, jazz music and impeccable service contribute to an unforgettable experience, while the bar's spacious interior offers an ideal environment for pre-dinner appetisers or post-meal cocktails.
From 5 to 7pm on Mondays to Fridays, patrons who order any of the bar's five martinis (classic, cosmopolitan, chocolate, appletini and lycheetini) will be served complimentary fillet mignon steak sandwiches, butler style. These steak sandwiches offer a taste of the actual restaurant's cuisine, but come early to avoid disappointment – queues usually start forming in front of the bar before 5pm.
Brewerkz Singapore
#01-05/06 Riverside Point
30 Merchant Rd, Singapore 058282
Tel : 6438 7438
Opened in 1997, Brewerkz offers excellent handcrafted beer and American-style food like sandwiches and chicken wings. Located by the Singapore River, Brewerkz has a spacious factory-like interior that can cater for parties and events. In fact, Brewerkz has special packages for private parties of 25 to 100 people, which can be held in any one of the different locations within the venue, like the large Dining Room, the cosy Trophy Room and even an alfresco area.
Sports fans will be glad to know that sporting programmes like soccer matches are shown regularly on the several projection screens. Pool tables and dart boards are also available, further contributing to the laid-back atmosphere at Brewerkz.
Look out for the numerous Happy Hour promotions here: beer goes for $3.49 per mug from 12 to 3pm and $7.49 per mug from 6 to 8pm. Brewerkz won a gold medal in the Association of Brewers (AOB) World Beer Cup 2004, a global beer competition that evaluates beers from around the world.
Hacienda
13A Dempsey Road, Singapore 249674
Opened by Michael Lu, who was behind the now-defunct Centro, Hacienda is a 4,500 sq ft alfresco bar tucked away in a secluded corner of Dempsey Road, now also known as Tanglin Village. Unless you drive, it can ve rather inaccessible, but that also means that you won't have to put up with large crowds!
Popular with business professionals and expatriates, Hacienda features a patio and a delightfully manicured garden, with seats surrounding the bar and restaurant. White drapes add a touch of elegance to the interior, while flickering tea lights enhance the tranquil beauty of Hacienda at night, making it a cosy and intimate venue. Guest DJs spin music ranging from house to chill-out tunes.
Recently added items on the menu include Black Longan Martini and Green Anjou Pear Martini, along with staples like fresh fruitjuice cocktails, champagne, draught beers and pizza. On Sundays, a BBQ menu including burgers, steaks and sausage platters is available.
Timbre Music Bistro and Bar
45 Armenian Street, The Substation Garden, Singapore 179936
Best known for 'live' music courtesy of talented local bands, Timbre is located directly opposite the Singapore Management University's city campus. Offering a cosy and spacious outdoor atmosphere, Timbre has a seating capacity of 200 and a standing capacity of up to 350. It is often packed to the brim on weekends. Teak-hued furnishing and foliage lend a rustic feel to the venue, which has seen popular local acts like EIC, Local Barboy and Lunarin performing to appreciate crowds.
The thin-crust pizzas here are a must-try, and other delicacies on the menu include grilled crayfish, soft shelled crab salad and lamb and mushroom kebabs. Happy Hour promotions are from 6 to 9pm daily, when ordering two jugs of beer or a bottle of house wine will get you a pizza of the day for free. House pour jugs with soft drink mixers at $32 come with a complimentary plate of deep fried baby squids.
Extracts taken from http://community.jobscentral.com.sg/node/308
Anyone is free and available on coming Monday, 21 Dec 2009 for a cocktail?? I'll be at Morton's Bar, drop me a sms if you want to join me =) Seeya
Thursday, November 26, 2009
My lil boy and girl
When I was growing up, it seemed like a natural thing that I will get married and have my first child by 30 and watch my life evolve into marital bliss…Now at this present time, I find myself having different expectations and ideas that would have been strongly rebuked by my younger self. I am thinking of having my own child with the aid of a sperm donor. It won’t happen anytime soon but this idea no longer holds the same amount of repulsion as before. It seems feasible. What do you all think?
I know this is so personal and it may not necessary define and conclude me. But I guess as young adults, we will benefit from the exchange of views and considerations.
I have even given thought about my children’s names.
Boy: Gabriel so that he will grow up to be gentlemanly, refined and take care of the women in his life well (like his mum, aka me).
Girl: Alexis so that she will grow up strong and be successful in life, especially amongst the guys (you can tell I am a feminist).
Haha, suddenly I thought of something. If I do not know of the qualities of the donor, isn’t the birth of my child like opening a kinder surprise egg? Hahahhaa… madness.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
End of (my) Exams!!!
At the sound of someone's wristwatch beeping, I ended the last of my 3 papers this morning 11am. It has been quite a rollercoaster ride cos my papers were on Sat and the following Mon and Tues. The last 2 papers were separated by only 18hrs and i finished my revision through sheer grit, and lack of sleep.So here i am, running on adrenaline (still not sleepy) and wondering what's up now that i don't have to study nor go for lecture. I'm not one to look back and wonder where i went wrong, which answers i got right. Coupled with the fact that i don't have friends in class. hmm, i guess i will never learn from my mistakes nor learn the truth bout stupid ligands complexing with bloody transition metal complexes whose freaking stability can be approximated by the mundane counting of the kanasai electrons.
So, is end of exams overhyped? am i supposed to go berserk and down litres of alcohol? mabbe i should stay up all night playing facebook games just to prove i have the luxury now.
gosh, the only thing i had planned for is to colour and highlight my hair tonight. it was the only confirmed celebratory treat i had in store. it was also what kept me going through the long nights. "ohm, i am going to get new colour for my hair. ohm, i am going to have chio hair. ohm...." how inspiring.
anyway, if you see my new hair and don't like it, please refrain from commenting. haha.
Friday, October 30, 2009
Day 14/15: Macau Sightseeing, Home
Our second day in Macau. As all obedient tourists do, we follow the recommended course to see the best of Macau in a day. Here we go...
Delicious meatball congee for breakfast
The stall is sandwiched between 2 buildings and it took us quite a while to locate it (even when we had the guidebook) cos we were expecting a PROPER stall with signboard and not THIS!! All in all, it's pretty interesting as we got to experience how the locals have their breakfast. The narrow alley where tables/chairs are arranged for diners to consume food is pretty clean.
Cultural Club, housed in a century old Tak Seng On Pawnshop (award-winning tall fortress-style building) is a throwback to the days when possessions and not cash was king.
Interior of the place and where items can be bought
The second floor accommodates the world’s first Jin Yong Library where you can find the original manuscripts, paintings, etc.
Model of Tak Seng On Pawnshop
The third floor serves as a tea house where we got to enjoy different types of tea. Nice.
Leal Senado Building is regarded as the most outstanding example of Portuguese architecture in the territory. A public library is located on the first floor and its two inner chambers contain magnificent examples of the institution at Coimbra, in Portugal.
Central Post Office where the clock tower has a carillon that plays different melodies at certain hours
Largo do Senado (main square) with its Portuguese pavement of wave-patterned stones and globular fountain. This is the starting point for our sightseeing!
Santa Casa da Misericórdia (Holy House of Mercy) was established in 1568 and is the oldest European charity on China. Since its earliest days, it has devoted its work to the local community, providing charitable assistance in the spirit of Christian fraternity.
MacDonald! Cute facade
Handmade crispy waffle chips from roadside stall, yummy
Time for tea break at Yee Shun Milk Company
Sam Kai Vui Kun Temple - The temple was originally a guild house of the Sam Kai (Three Streets) Association, covering Rua dos Mercadores, Rua dos Ervanários and Rua das Estalagens. Established between 1723 and 1795, it is the earliest local guild in Macau.
St. Dominic's Church - an imposing façade of cream-coloured stone with white stucco mouldings and green-shuttered windows. Inside, white pillars support a flat ceiling and apron balconies hug the walls.
The bell tower, at the back of the building, has been converted into a small museum housing a “Treasure of Sacred Art” exhibiting a collection of some 300 artifacts.
Only a magnificent stone facade and grand staircase remain of the iconic Church of St. Paul's. Over here, we signed up for a free tour where the guide described the facade to us in details...
The surviving facade rises in 4 colonnaded tiers, and is covered with carvings and statues which eloquently illustrate the early days of the Church in Asia. There are statues of the Virgin and saints, symbols of the Garden of Eden and the Crucifixion, angels and the devil, a Chinese dragon and a Japanese chrysanthemum, a Portuguese sailing ship and pious warnings inscribed in Chinese.
Mount Fortress was once a principal military facility and was one of the city’s strongest defence points. The top platform of Mount Fortress has a landscaped garden offering a commanding view of the cityscape
Lou Kau Mansion - The grey two-storey brick house is one of the very few xinguan-style mansions still standing and a prime example of the mixed Chinese and Western architectural styles unique to Macau. The oyster shell windows, hanging scrolls, plaster molding and brick carvings are commonly found in the central Guangdong Province, while false ceilings, stained glass Manzhou windows and cast iron railings are Western characteristics.
The Cathedral. With its simple architecture like a basilica plan with no columns in the middle, it is very well lit by several clerestory windows and bright skylights on the side altars or chapels.
The main altar and the stain glass windows
The altar of the Blessed Sacrament located on the right of the main altar.
Candlelights
Tucked away in one of Macau’s lively pedestrian back alleys, Café e Nata is closest to Hotel Sintra and serves some of Macau’s most delicious baked goods. Its Portuguese egg tarts are reason enough to visit Macau! Yummy.
Venetian Macao Resort Hotel is a renaissance Venice-themed property featuring stunning replicas of Venice landmarks such as St. Mark's Square, the Doge's Palace, Campanile Tower, and three indoor canals with gondolas and singing gondoliers.
Our dinner at the food court - economic chinese meal set which tastes average
AH and her 2 HKD100 token where she played the game - Casino war and doubled her tokens (eventually and after spending hours observing other players and testing out her strategy)
Game play: One card is dealt to a dealer and to a player. If the player's card is higher, he wins the amount equal to his bet; if the dealer's card is higher, the player loses his bet.
Tie: A tie occurs when the dealer and the player each have cards of the same rank. In a tie situation, the player has two options: 1) The player can surrender, in which case the player loses half the bet. 2) The player can go to war, in which case the player must place an additional wager the same size as the first wager.
Going to war: If the player goes to war, the dealer burns (discards) three cards before dealing each of them an additional card. If the player's card is ranked higher than or the same as the dealer's, then the player wins an amount equal to the size of the original bet only. If the dealer's card is ranked higher than the player's, the player loses both the original bet and the "going to war" bet.
On the other side, Emi was happily playing slot machine. Insert money, press the "Play" button and the action begins.
Emi and her shoppings....
... all nicely packed up and ready for check-in at Macau Ferry terminal.
This service is really cool as you do your flight check-in at the port, your check-in baggage is directly transferred to your designated flight, you board the TurboJET vessel to Hong Kong and transfer to a bus ride directly to Passenger Terminal Building of HK International Airport. Such a breeze!
Our Turbojet
After a 4-hours flight, we are back in Singapore. Home sweet home! The trip has been really fun!! =)
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