Josh and Candy's Escapade

Belated CNY visit in Spore

2010-02-21T19:27:00.000-08:00

We spent a couple of days in Singapore for the belated CNY.. It wasn't too late actually, we managed to be there on the 7th day of CNY which is also known as "human birthday" in the Chinese calendar.. I have no idea what it meant, but Grandma said it symbolizes everyones' birthday. I know Josh would have lots to say about that.

my baby brother Randy is so excited by the presence of Josh, and had persuaded my mom for hours for permission to go out with us. He's gotten his way! He's happy! Although we have warned him about the wait, he insisted that he wants to tag along. He don't know what he's gotten himself into

So here we go...

2 hours of wait...

FINALLY got his Milo Mcflurry!!! :)

I'm so proud to say that he is one of the most patient little boy i've seen. He doesn't mind the wait and he doesn't mind the walk.. Good on you baby bro!!!!

Andy, MJ, Josh and Me.. Just like the old times!! Except PY cant join us, cause of meeting at work. We have a new member in the group now, and his name is....... Randy.

PY managed to join us at home :)

Next stop.... tu~tu~tu~tu~tu~ City Hall Interchange.. Suntec City.. New Creation Church!!!

Summary of Pastor Prince New Year Message:

Revelation of 14 February 2010, Sunday, Year of Tiger

1) Tiger = Aggressive

Tiger's Strips on his body = Tiger representing God, and by His strips we are healed!

Hence, this year would be the year of aggressive HEALING!!

Isaiah 53:5

But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.

2) 14 February = Valentine's Day

Hence, this year would be the year of aggressive LOVE!!

3) Sunday = Sabbath Day

Hence, this year would be the year of aggressive PEACE!!

Genesis 2:3

And God blessed the seventh day, and sanctified it: because that in it he had rested from all his work which God created and made.

AMEN!!

May this message blesses you and your family. May this message beings you peace and joy. May this bring forth an awesome year ahead. -Josh & Candy

*GONG XI FA CAI*

Fatty Crab at Taman Megah

2010-02-01T05:33:00.000-08:00

Is the crab really fat?

Josh: Not really.

Are the workers there really fat?

Josh: Hmm.. nope

Are the people eating there really fat?

Josh: Nope, not really

Then why is it call fatty crab?

Josh: hhahahahah!! I don't know.. the only logical explanation is that.. if you eat too much, when you have your morning "meditation" the next day, you'll get a fatty............ erm.. nevermind.. hahhahhaha!!!!

now you see....

now you don't!!!!

Tim is happy with his bread toast

fyi: 1 toast cut is cut into 2 pieces. we've ordered 15 toasts. That would be 30 pieces of toast!!!!!!

Another Picture of Tim with toast

Mizi with toast!

Everyone is so contented with their toasts.. You guys do know that the specialty at Fatty Crab is the crab right? and hence the name Fatty Crab?? hehehhee!!

I must say though, the toasts goes really well with the crab's sauce.

Here's the stuffs that we normally ordered when we're there:

1) Chicken Wings

2) Fried Rice

3) Garlic Prawns

4) Crab with their special sauce

5) TOAST

Katong Laksa 328

2010-02-01T04:44:00.000-08:00

MMMMMmmmmmmm.. the aroma of the coconut, fragrance of the leaves and spoonful of enticing chilli makes you want to go back for moreeeeee!!!!!

First thing first, how did I came across this place?

Josh: I went to school at Ceylon Road, Katong Laksa is just less than 100 steps from my college.

Candy: Josh introduced me to Katong Laksa. To think about it, it's quite an irony. An Indonesian bringing a Singaporean to Singapore local delight, doesn't it sounds a little strange? Hahahhaa!!! Well, it doesn't really matter now.. I'm happy that I got my Katong Laksa!!!! It's better late than never right?

Whenever we go to Singapore, this would be the first thing we crave for and would be the first place we go to after checking in.

What do you normally order?

2 bowls of Laksa (medium) + 1 Rojak (you tiao only) + 2 iced barley

Laska (Medium Bowl)

Rojak (You Tiao only)

OOPS.. Josh is giving me the "DO NOT DISTURB" look

Alright... Moving On :P

Popeye Chicken & Biscuit

2010-01-27T00:12:00.000-08:00

See what I mean? What did I say about being LOVED in my last post? When you love the universe, the universal would love you back. It's the law of attractions :)

In Singapore, you could only get it in Changi Airport Terminal 1. In Malaysia, there's none at all until early 2009 at TTDI. Finally, they decided to open one in Cineleisure Damansara in 2010 :) Yup, thats the first meal we had on 1st Jan 2010!!

Candy: My favorite dish on the menu is Fish and Shrimps set with a Large Coleslaw. I don't know how it happens. Friends and families who know me well would find it weird. I'm more of a potato person than a veggie person, I wouldn't trade my potato for anything else. There's something about this coleslaw that I couldn't resist.

Popeye Packaging Box

To find out more, click on the link below:

Popeye Chicken & Biscuits

Theobroma Chocolate Lounge

2010-01-26T23:47:00.000-08:00

Theobroma Chocolate Lounge franchise is originated from Australia. The first outlet in Malaysia was seen in Pavilion. Other branches include 1 Utama, Bangsar Village Shopping Centre, LCCT and once again THE CURVE!!

What should I say.. There's 2 ways to look at it.. "WOW, God must have love me so much to put all my favorite food in 1 place" or "DAMN U devil, get these food away from me, led me not into temptations!!" Guess which one I'll pick? Of course the 1st one. I like to feel LOVED :P

Fruit Platter Fondue

Josh & His Mini Teacup

Hot chocolate + Marshmallow = Mmmmmm

Making Ourselves Look Tiny like the Teacups

To find out more, click on the link below:

Theobroma Chocolate Lounge

Little Taiwan Cafe

2010-01-26T23:19:00.000-08:00

The first Little Taiwan cafe I went to was Tampines Mall, Singapore in 1997. They closed down around 2004 I think and I couldn't find it anywhere else till I moved to Malaysia. Little Taiwan has an outlet in Pavilion, Sungei Wang, Avenue K, Midvalley and recently opened a new branch in Cineleisure Damansara. I love the latter location, which is just minutes away from where I live.

Candy: My favorite drink on the menu is Mint Pearl Milk Tea with extra peppermint. It's been my favorite since 1997. I love their salted crispy chicken too!

Josh: Mine is Mango Ice Blend. It would be perfect if they come up with Mango Smoothie though. Too bad for me I guess.

Mint Pearl Milk Tea

Candy, Josh & Vinka

To find out more, click on the link below:

Little Taiwan Cafe

Introductions of Ourselves

2010-01-26T18:42:00.000-08:00

Gig at Charlie's Reserve

Josh is a professional musician.

Gig at Laundry Bar

Candy is a professional baker.

Where are we from?

Josh is from Jakarta, Indonesia.

Candy is from Singapore.

How did we met?

Josh was studying in Singapore.

I was working as a part time waitress at a little cafe while schooling.

We were introduced by a mutual friend there.

When and where did you guys got married?

We got married on 19 May 2007 at a magical venue called Uluwatu Chapel in Bali. It was an intimate wedding with families and friends.

Our Wedding Picture

Where are you guys residing now?

We are currently staying in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. We have 2 beautiful miniature schnauzers, Rubina & Ralphie, living with us and an awesome housemate, Patrisha.

Patrisha & Ruby

Ralphie & His New Birdie

Final words?

Our life pretty much revolved around GOD, LOVE, FAMILY, FRIEND, MUSIC and FOOD. This blog is a little outlet for us to share with you our journey together.

-The great miracle from our awesome God.

-The love that we shared. The good & bad times. In sickness and in health.

-The families and friends around us, who has been there for us during the ups and downs.

-The music and gigs that put food on our table.

-The good and bad food that we are grateful for.

Please walk with us in this journey together :)

Love,

Josh & Candy

Bakmi GM

2010-01-26T06:24:00.001-08:00

Bakmi GM is one of the most famous noodle restaurant in Indonesia. Oops!!! Sorry.. Josh just corrected me.. He said it is D most FAMOUS in Indonesia, anymore famous than that would be Mcdonalds. It has been around for more than 20 years.

We went to the branch at Pondok Indah Mall, which was there since 1997. Although we were there on wednesday afternoon, the place is still very crowded.

We ordered 3 bowls of bakmi special, 5 pieces of pangsit goreng (fried dumplings) and 3 sosro tehbotol. Burppp!!! It's really delicious!!!

Bakmi GM

To find out more, click on the link below:

Bakmi GM

Sushi Tei

2010-01-26T05:57:00.000-08:00

Sushi Tei is the first sushi restaurant I've been to when I was 10 years old. They made their first appearance in Holland Village. I could remembered clearly going there with my aunt Veron until I'm old enough to find my way there. Few years later, they opened up a branch in Takashimaya and Millenium Walk. It started blooming from then on and I've lost track of their outlets.

I'm so glad that they have finally opened up a franchise in Malaysia!!!! The 1st Sushi Tei!!! The one and only one in Malaysia!!! I'm hoping that they would open up more outlets in Malaysia. I'm keeping my fingers crossed on that.

Here are some of our favorite food:

Ebi Mentai Sushi

Ebi Mentai

We had the lobster mentai at Plaza Senayan, Jakarta. Unfortunately, I forgot to take a picture of that. I was too busy taking photos of my Josh, my mommy-in-law and my sister-in-law :)

Mommy Dearest & Josh

If you would like to find out more about Sushi Tei, please click on the link below:

Sushi Tei

Satay or Sate

2010-01-26T05:33:00.000-08:00

We called it Satay in Singapore.

They called it Sate in Indonesia.

Which is right? Which is wrong? It doesn't really matter, as long as it is delicious!!

This is one of those *waroeng stalls u see on the side of the streets. Josh said that it has been there for more than a decade. Thats a looooooong time!!!

It is located at Permata Hijau outside Hero supermarket. Their specialty is chicken's skin sate, thats my hubby favorite!!!! I preferred the chicken meat, thats my favourite!!!

Closed up shot of the sizzling sate

*Warung

A warung (old spelling waroeng) is a type of small family owned business — often a casual, usually outdoor restaurant — in Indonesia.