And I kept telling everyone that it's alright to have an indulgence once in a blue moon. Like the renowned beer ad. It's T**ger Time!! Bottoms up!! Slurp up those warm chocolate melt cake( i had one at 1929 hotel's Ember on yesterday)!! Chop those roast meat( I had them at least once a week)!!! Size up a cheese cake!!!

Or you feel like have a buffet spread?? I welcome all treats if you are thinking to bring me to one of those restaurants below. It's pretty hard to really get up for sunday brunch. I left out places like Equinox and New Asia Bar 'cos i 've not tried them. But how nice it will be if you are swirling a glass of wine on a monday 3pm; standing high looking across Shenton Way, laughing at your boss.

i feel like makansutra-poser as i am writing this. At least not food selector( opps~).

The Fullerton Singapore - Gourmet Buffet Dinner
Where: Town Restaurant (tel: 6877-8128),
When: 6.30 - 10.30pm, Mondays to Saturdays
Cost: Starts from $28+++
What: Rolled out on April 8, the buffet allows diners to mix and match meals. They can pick from various main courses and help themselves to the Gourmet Appetiser Buffet and Gourmet Dessert Buffet, which cost $20+++ and $15+++ respectively on their own. There is also the Seafood Tower at $28+++ per person or $48+++ for two. Or They can opt for the Appetiser and Dessert Buffet ($25+++),Seafood Tower and Dessert Buffet ($65+++ for two) and Seafood Tower with Appetiser and Dessert Buffet ($98+++ for two).

Conrad Centennial Singapore - Big Breakfast Buffet
Where: Oscar's Cafe & Terrace (tel: 6432-7481)
When: 7am - 3pm every Sunday
Cost: $28+++ (adult); $14+++ (child)
What: Launched in March this y ear, it serves everything from muffins to dimsum and seafood fried rice. The highlight is the vitamin corner, which includes a juice bar. From 11am, pay $40+++ to combine the breakfastspread with the carving of the day.

M Hotel Singapore - Sunday High Curry
Where: Cafe 2000(tel:6421-6222)
When: Noon - 3pm every Sunday
Cost: $28+++ (adult); $14+++ (child)
What: What started off as a pure curry buffet in February this year now includes a Western spread. This includes roast prime ribs and Yorkshire pudding. The fish head curry is highly recommended.

Shangri-La's Rasa Sentosa Resort - Brunch 'N' Plunge
Where: Sharkey's (tel: 6371-1071),
When: 12.30 - 3pm
Cost: $39.50+++ (adult); 1/2 price for 12 years & below
What: Enjoy great sea view & free use of pool facilities as you tuck into the buffet. BBQ items; pork ribs & tiger king prawns, local favourites like fried oyster omelette & kueh, dominate the spread.

Raffles The Plaza - Plaza Market Peranakan Buffet
Where: Plaza Market Cafe (tel: 6431-6156)
When: Noon - 2.30pm and 6.30 - 10.30pm daily; high tea from 12.30 - 5pm (Sat, Sun& public holiday)
Cost: Lunch costs $25+++ (adult) and $13+++ (child); dinner costs $30+++ and $15+++ respectively; High tea is $23+++ and $12+ ++ respectively
What: The showcase of authentic Peranakan cuisine and the ayam buah keluak and durian pudding have won fans.

The Fullerton Singapore - Chocolate Buffet
Where: The Courtyard (tel: 6877-8129)
When: 8-11pm every Friday and Saturday
Cost: $24+++ (adult); $12+++ (child)
What: Chocolate lovers have been indulging in treats such as the chocolate mango yoghurt mousse. Checkout the drink station with its premium chocolate-blended drinks.

Shangri-La Hotel - Coffee Garden's Seafood Extravaganza
Where:Coffee Garden(tel:6213-4275),
When: 6.30 - 10.30pm daily
Cost: $61+++ (adult) and $31+++ (child).
What: The seafood buffet was made a daily affair with over 100 items range from barbecue lobster to Norwegian salmon dishes. Italian, Indian and Japanese sections offer pizzas, curries and sashimi.

Swissotel Merchant Court Singapore - Buffet Lunch & Dinner
Where: Ellenborough Market Cafe (tel: 6239-1848)
When: Noon - 2.30pm, 6.30-10pm daily
Cost: $19.90+++ for lunch and $24.90+++ for dinner on weekdays, $25.90+++ for weekend dinner. Children pay $11.90+++ for lunch, $13.90+++ for weekday dinner and $14.90 +++ for weekend dinner.
What: This spread with a strong nonya component has gained fame since 1997 & the star is durian pengat, a yummy mousse. Other must-haves include the slipper lobster in black bean sauce and abalone mushroom noodles.

The Ritz-Carlton Millenia Singapore - Sunday Champagne Brunch
Where:Greenhouse(tel:6434-5288),
When:11.30am -3.30pm (Sun)
Cost: $88+++ (adult); $45+++ (child)
What: The extensive spread includes 25 appetisers, 50 types of farmhouse cheese from France and local, Indian and Western specialities. There are 16 sections in all, including the popular oyster, sashimi and souffle. Wash everything down with Moet & Chandon champagne.

Four Seasons Hotel - Sunday Brunch At One-Ninety
Where: One-Ninety (tel: 6831-7250),
When: There are two sittings: 11am - 1pm and 1.30pm - 3pm
Cost: $ 68+++ (adult) and $30+++ (child); Pay $98+++ to add free flow of Veuve Clicquot champagne.
What: This has 20 hot and cold stations offering fresh oysters, sukiyaki, dimsum and pasta. The sinful dessert buffet station carries 25 sweet treats. Kids get their own spread and activities.

Hotel Inter-Continental - Olive Tree Mediterranean Buffet
Where: Olive Tree Mediterranean Restaurant (tel: 6431-1061)
When: 11.30am- 2.30pm for lunch (Mon-Fri) and 6.30 - 10.30pm for dinner (Sun-Thu)
Cost: $39+++ for lunch and $52+++ for dinner. Free for children under seven years. Those aged between 7 and 12 years will be charged according to their age. For instance, a seven-year-old will be charged $7+++ and a 10-year-old will pay $10+++.
What: It has attracted a strong following since 1995. The menu changes daily and offers more than 20 items, including the popular seafood on ice and pasta.

Copthorne King's Hotel - Penang Buffet
Where: Princess Terrace (tel: 6318-3168)
When: 11.30am - 2.30pm (3.30pm on weekends & public holidays) & 6.30 - 10pm daily
Cost: $28+++ (adult) and $20+++ (child);
What: One of the best-known spreads around, this buffet used to feature 28 items but now offers about 40. These include must-have dishes such as Penang laksa, Penang Hokkien mee soup, and Penang char kway teow.

Grand Hyatt Singapore - The Pete's Place Salad
Where: Pete's Place (tel: 6416-7113),
When: 11.30am-2.30pm (Mon-Sat) and 6-10.30pm daily
Cost: $16+++; It costs $19.50+++ if you throw in soup and dessert, and $26+++ with the pasta main courses. Children pay $19.50+++ and get the whole works.
What: Toss your own greens from the fresh selection of 20 main salads, nine toppings and five dressings. If you are going for the pasta, try the signature dish, Cioppino, a tomato-base seafood pasta.

Royal Plaza On Scotts - International Buffet High-Tea
Where: Cafe Vienna (tel: 6589-7799),
When: 3 -5.30pm (Mon-Fri); Noon-5pm (weekends, eves and public holidays)
Cost: $18.50+++ (adult) and $9.25+++ (child) for weekdays and $24.50 +++(adult)and $12.25+++ (child) for weekends, eves and public holidays
What: The spread includes more than 80 Asian favourites and Western treats, of which the bread and butter pudding is most famous. It is also one of the few eateries in town that serve halal buffets.

Goodwood Park Hotel - Local High Tea
Where: Coffee Lounge(tel:6730-1746),
When: 2.45 - 5pm daily
Cost: $18.80 +++ (adult) and $9.40+++ (child).
What: It comprises more than 20 items, including dimsum and local and Western fare. There are also cooking stations that whip up roti prata and popiah. The apom berkuah with banana sauce, a Peranakan dessert, has been the hot favourite since day one.

Hotel Phoenix - International Buffet Lunch & Dinner
Where: Phoenix Garden Cafe (tel: 6233-6129),
When: Noon - 2.30pm and 6.30 - 10pm daily; a Local Hi-tea Buffet is also served daily from 3.30 - 5.30pm.
Cost: $23+++ for lunch and $25+++ for dinner; children pay $16.50+++ and $17.50+++ respectively
What: There are about 50 items in the spread. More soups and salads to suit the health-conscious palate of Singaporeans today. The signature dish - roti prata - is a must-try, as is the durian cake.

Hotel Royal - Tropical Peking-Style Steamboat Buffet
Where: Jade Room Restaurant (tel: 6251-8135),
When: 11.15am - 2.30pm and 6.15 - 10.30pm daily
Cost: $13.80+++ for lunch and $18.80+++ for dinner. Children pay $9+++ and $12+++ respectively. On weekends, eves and public holidays, adults pay $16.80+++ and $19.80+++ respectively.
What: The tangy dipping sauce, concocted from 13 ingredients including sesame, peanuts, chilli and vinegar, is the secret weapon here. Diners can take their pick from 32 items, including sea cucumber, fresh prawns and peking dumpling. There is also a choice of 10 cooked dishes such as fried chicken wings.

York Hotel - Penang Hawkers' Fare
Where: White Rose Cafe (tel: 6737-0511 ext 1156)
When: Held traditionally during school holidays in March and September for 17 days each time, the buffet sometimes has an extra run in December.
Cost: $21.80+++ (adult) and $17.80+++ (child) for lunch and dinner.
What: The first-come-first-served spread is one of the most widely-anticipated culinary draws here. Hawkers from Penang's Gurney Drive set up stalls offering perennial favourites such as Penang laksa, cuttlefish kang kong and crispy lor bak.

Raffles Hotel - International Buffet High Tea
Where: Tiffin Room (tel: 6331-1612)
When: 3.30- 5pm daily
Cost: $31.50+++ (adult) and $18+++ (child)
What: The high tea has earned a name for its indulgent spread and service. The scones with jam, butter and whipped cream, chicken pie and dim sum are top draws. Tiffin Room is also famous for its curry buffets.

Meritus Mandarin Singapore - International Buffet
Where: Triple 3, The Buffet Restaurant (tel: 6831-6271/72) When: Noon-3pm and 6.30-10:30pm daily
Cost: Lunch costs $41.80+++ (adult) & $24.80+++ (child), while dinner is priced at $52+++ and $32+++ respectively.
What: Formerly known as The Stables, the restaurant now offers more than 60 dishes, comprising 22 appetisers, 20 types of hot food & 20 choices of dessert. There is a different theme each month, but the baked honey-glazed ham, roast prime rib of beef, salmon sashimi & rock oysters are trademark items.

And 9 reasons why you should not get piss-drunk while feasting on lovely spread.

I see shopping bags everywhere. It seems like everybody is crazy shopping, SHOPPING, S H O P P I N G!!!!! yes. The great singapore sale is back. So is the flu. Argh~

When you are sick, it also means your body need a break. Not necessary that it's weak against the new virus flying in the air. I was down with cough last 2 weeks ago. Lost my voice. Can't talk. Can't work either. My job involves a lot of talking. It also means i couldn't meet my client. I don't need those sympathy eyes from the client to get my job done. But it's a very good tool, if you know how. I've to admit... my client(s) are nice people. They chased you to go home. They'll wait till you get back and well before going ahead with their campaigns.

I had one of the unusual lunch when i lost my voice that week. Was having lunch with my colleague. I can't talk. So I've to scribble whatever i want to say. Only my colleague speaks. It's like eating with a mute. Kinda embarassing. As if these lovely lovebirds are lunching, the girl don't mind the mute guy. * Ok i think too much..*

When you are sick, it also means your body need a break( again). Alot of medicine. And I think i have a wonderful rest during my MCs. i decided to go unwind. Sleep more, rest more, drink more.

Drink more tea lah. There's this place at Esplanade called V Tea Room which became a favourite hunt for my friends. The ambience is nice. The music is nice. The girls is nice. The tea is fragrance. They have quite a few types of tea. My current favourite is Majesty Queen Tea. They too have a lovely showcase of cakes. Their cakes melt is a must try for all cake lovers. Don't worry, it's not creamy based.

Warm the Earl grey cake, have a sip. Read a book. And it will be a wonderful afternoon to spend. Like the picture below.




Went Rock 'n' Roll on one of the recent sundays. It was not fantastic muscial play actually. yes i do watch musical plays.( Don't give me that frown) Music is fine, vocals so-so. But it's definitely not worth the money for the tickets. But they brought in the whole car.

Watched Xmen 3.....Sobs~ Cyclops died. Bad Jean. Watched Da Vinci Code. Not as fantastic as the book. I was ratherlooking at the churches, places during the movie rather than following the story. They are still so magnificent, remarkably mysterious looking to me.


Dinosaur Exhibtion at Science Centre. Bring the kids along. Let them know who roamed the earth last time. It's not Transformers or Barney.

I was at the opening launch for this massive event. But I felt rather disturbed by guests who went there. Some of them looked like mathermaticians doctors, scientists, researchers,etc; with some local looking-ones had some conversations that i can't helped but to eavedrop.

Doctor A: How's your son? Is he studying in ACS Primary?

Mathematician A: Yes he is. Like me. Just finished his exam. Came in 1st, but I wasn't happy with his overall performance. I expected higher marks for his math.

Doctor A: What did he get for his math?

Mathematician A: He only gotten 95 points.

Xiaoqiang: (-,-!!)

Meanwhile enjoy this thai MTV. "Go" by Cover Girls.