Happenings in November - Ma Maison

Saturday 2/11/24

It has been many years since I last had The Soup Spoon, so I decided to revisit for a switch to indulge in healthy eating since I was still having cough.

I had Sandwich Set ($14) which included a choice of soup, sandwich and drink. I opt for Roasted Pumpkin Soup which was thick with a puree texture. Their soups are free of preservatives and MSG.

I had Teriyaki Chicken Sandwich with fluffy bun paired with sweet and savoury flavours of marinated chicken, each bite has a balance of tastes.

Saturday 9/11/24

This November felt like a time to revisit all the food places that I have not been to for a long time. I visited Ma Maison for lunch, another place that I had not visited for years.

I had Tonkatsu Curry Omu Rice ($25++) with the silky omelette draped over the fluffy rice, while the curry had a rich depth of flavour and a pleasant kick of spice. 

I ended off with Seasonal Fruit Tart ($8.90++) with a combination of tart and sweet fruits. The crust was softer than the firm and crunchy texture I initially expected, but it was still enjoyable and complemented the fresh fruits.

Saturday 30/11/24

First up was Fried Carrot Cake with XO Sauce ($16++) which was flavourful with crispy golden brown edges, stir-fried to perfection with eggs and bean sprouts.

We also ordered Steamed Prawn Dumpling ($9.60++), Steamed Salted Egg Yolk Black Custard Bun ($9++), Deep-fried Purple Sweet Potato Ball with Yam ($9++) and Baked Barbecue Pork Pastry ($7.80++).

Happenings in October - AVENE Cleanance A.H.A Exfoliating Serum + iVegan

Tuesday 8/10/24

I am already familiar with the AVENE Cleanance range as I am currently using Avene Cleanance Cleansing Gel and Cleanance Comedomed. Hence, adding AVENE Cleanance A.H.A Exfoliating Serum to my routine felt like the perfect complement to complete my skincare set. Thanks Daily Vanity for introducing the product.

AVENE Cleanance A.H.A Exfoliating Serum is suitable for people with sensitive, blemish-prone skin. Its lightweight, watery texture infused with Avène Thermal Spring Water, feels incredibly soothing upon application. 

The serum absorbs quickly into the skin, leaving behind a hydrated, dewy glow without any greasy feeling. The serum is free from fragrance. I noticed it effectively soothed redness and did not trigger any breakouts or discomfort. It’s the perfect addition to my skincare routine.

Saturday 12/10/24

We went to Starbucks for dessert where I had Buttery Scone. It was crispy on the outside and buttery on the inside, with the Lurpak butter adding extra fragrance.

Sunday 13/10/24

Journey to east for iVegan at i12 Katong a health-conscious restaurant offering natural, delicious plant-based whole foods free of MSG and refined sugar. Their dishes use olive oil and pansalt.

Thanks GF for inviting me along to join her and K for the lunch, good opportunity for me to pass her recent overseas souvenirs.

The Crispy Veg Maki was the nicest among the dishes I tried, it does not lose out to the Japanese maki. Made with cucumber, carrot, red cabbage, nori, tomato salsa, vegan mayo and BBQ sauce, it was bursting with flavour.

With the growing demand for vegetarian dining, restaurants are getting more creative with their menus, and I would not mind eating vegetarian more often if it is this delicious.

Sunday 20/10/24

It was a rare time we dine out on a Sunday since we had something on as I usually prefer to have a day to relax at home before the new workweek begins.

We had our lunch at Little Part 1 Cafe located along Blair Road, a cozy cafe with no GST and service charge, popular among the residents living nearby.

We started off with Crispy Chix Fingers served with mayonnaise. I liked dipping the chicken tender into the sauce, adding a touch of creaminess.

The Tater Waffle with sausage, bacon and scrambled eggs caught my interest. The taste of the tater waffle was a bit unique, it took me awhile to get used to the taste. The smoky, crispy bacon contrasted nicely with the creamy scrambled eggs and the maple syrup added a touch of sweetness.

Thursday 31/10/24

As time was still early, we walked over to The Marmalade Pantry for dessert. I had Pandan Gula Melaka Cake ($14++) with pandan chiffon sponge cake layers filled with a gula melaka mixture of coconut flakes and shavings. The cake was moist and infused with the aromatic flavors of pandan and coconut, making it a sweet dessert choice.