Giggling Bean

Crystal Jade La Mian Xiao Long Bao is a place where my family and I have always had our gatherings while I was growing up, and it remains one of my favourite places to go till date as I get to enjoy both of my favourite dishes at the same time – Xiao Long Bao and La Mian! Being someone who loves trying out unique combinations of food, can you imagine my excitement when I heard that they’ve come…

Japanese X NYC Inspired Bagels in Singapore @ Keen’s Bagelry

It’s been awhile since I’m here writing about FOOD, but going to Keen’s Bagelry and trying out his bagels has really pushed me to do this, despite my crazy schedule. I chanced upon this little Bagel store within Curbside Crafters when I was there supporting some of our home-based crafters and businesses. The enthusiasm and passion that Keen has for his food is literally translated to his bagels –…

Israeli Food Experience in Singapore @ North Miznon

I’ve always been really adventurous with my food, and I love trying out new cuisines from time to time, but am just too lazy to search for them. So, when I heard about Israeli food at North Miznon, I knew I had to visit them! Well… Even though I write about food, I’m not going to pretend that I’m an expert in all types of cuisines. Truth be told, I was clueless with what to expect from an…

Tips to Catch The Elusive Bioluminescent Waves in Singapore

If you guys aren’t aware yet, this bioluminescent waves are back in Singapore RIGHT NOW; and the last time it occured here was in 2016. We don’t know how long it’s gonna last, but from Google, it says it could last probably only for a few days to a maximum of a month. And their occurence cant be predicted at all! This is not going to be a scientific post, hahahaha, but I’ll share with you guys…

Cotta – The Secret Dessert Hideout at Tanjong Pagar

It’s been awhile since I’ve cafe hopped and visited a beautiful spot, and I’m glad that Cotta is one of the first few cafes I have been to in 2022, and it is truly a hidden gem. If you’re wondering why I said it’s a hidden gem, LOOK AT THEIR ENTRANCE. This is just a random door along the entire corridor, and I nearly missed it because Google maps pointed to this place but I’m like wait what…

RedManShop launches high quality Japanese ingredients for your #stayhome treat

When I talk about Redmanshop, what is the first thing that comes to your mind? Baking supplies; hahaha because that is also my to-go one stop shop for my baking adventures too! They have very recently collaborated with the organizations in several Japanese prefectures – namely Ishikawa, Kochi and Okinawa. And with all these traveling restrictions in our brand new pandemic world, this is a…

My Covid Experience in Singapore – & What to do if you’re POSITIVE.

If you’re here, you’re probably lost and confused or CURIOUS about what you have to do if you were to get Covid here in Singapore. I wasn’t intending on doing this, but after sharing my experience on my IG stories, so many of you are saying that it’s helpful since, while A LOT of us have gotten the big C, a lot of you guys haven’t too, and it was good to know what to do once you suspect that…

Abundance – Taiwanese Style Cafe Under the HDB @ Redhill

I love it when I find hidden gems like this. Who would have thought to have this Taiwanese Cafe / Bar under the HDB blocks of a mature estate of Redhill? This space doubles up as an eatery that serves up Din Tai Fung-isque Taiwanese food like your Chili Oil Dumpling, Pork Chop Fried Rice and even their signature xiao cai; as well as craft beers and cocktails for you to gather in the evening…

Dog Friendly Tze Char @ Geylang – Toto Seafood

Guys, read this first to manage your expectations before deciding to head down ok! I was honestly really psyched to visit them the first time when I came across an online review – a dog friendly tze char place?! Probably the first of their kind in Singapore. Count me in! The Place Located in the heart of Geylang, I wouldn’t have expected to find them if I did not have google maps because they…

Kickstart your New Year with Revive Nutrition

I have been trying to kickstart the New Year with healthier habits like going to the gym more often and eating cleaner, like I had, when I was still in university. I dont know about you but, adulting is an entirely different ball game for me, where I get so caught up with life, and trying to do everything more efficiently, even for meals, I’m looking for more instant options or just don’t eat at…

99 Old Trees: Brand New Durian-centric Cafe Right Outside Outram MRT

I’ve found heaven on Earth. 99 Old Trees, the creator of my family’s favorite Stinky Bowls, has finally opened an actual cafe space at Outram! I remember how we used to order bowls of these Stinky Bowls (Durian Mousse) every week during Circuit Breaker. So you can imagine how excited I was when I heard about their cafe opening! I mean, who doesnt like durians right? (DURIAN HATERS like my kor…

Authentic Taiwan Stone Hotpot Experience @ Fei Ma 肥妈石头火锅

I haven’t been doing reviews here for a really, really long while. The reason why I’m here with this right now, is because, 1) I’m a changed woman, 2) This is probably the most memorable place I’ve eaten at in the year of 2021. I have never heard what a stone hotpot is, in all honesty; and when I saw that it’s apparently a legit Taiwanese thing, I got intrigued, and decided to head over to…

Easy Step-by-step Guide on Shopping on Taobao

Since 11/11 is dawning upon us in the coming week, I believe many people have been holding back their purchases so as to milk the biggest sales event of the year – Single’s day, especially on Taobao! After all, I believe this 11/11 thing originated from Taobao right? I might be wrong la, but they were the first online shopping site that I’ve heard of such crazyyyy sales. Like many others, even…

Part 2/4: Financing and Choosing Your Dream Home & Its Processes for First-Timers

Hope you guys have enjoyed reading part 1 of this entire process, and looking back, it was really an arduous journey from getting the financial means, to going through the whole process for the home to be ready. Before I go on, I’d also like to highlight, these posts are of no means to give pressure to anyone reading – to achieve what I have at the stage of life I am in, because I truly believe…

Part 1/4: How is it like figuring how to buy a property & moving out alone in your 20s (Ok, late 20s).

Heyo if you’re here from instagram (@explodingbelly), this post has been wayyyy overdue. I know I have been talking about writing posts on my new home, doing my house tour etc etc, but life has been overwhelming lately. If you are already following me, you would know that I’m currently taking up a Life Coaching course which is quite a bit of a commitment in terms of the need to fulfil my coaching…

The BEST Supermarket Opening in Town – Scarlett Supermarket (思家客)

Hey guys, this is the best news that has ever happened to me because my all-time favorite Scarlett Supermarket 思家客 is opening at Orchard Gateway. WOOOOOT. In case you dont know, Scarlett Supermarket is basically the layman’s term of a “CHINA SUPERMARKET” because they import all their goodies directly from China. What makes them so different from the other international supermarkets, in my humble…

Mid Autumn Festival 2021 – Where to get the best mooncakes and enjoy free islandwide delivery

We are approaching mid autumn festival in approximately 1.5 weeks time, guys! If you havent done your shopping, or are undecided on where to get your mooncakes for this year, here are some recommendations! For the more traditional mooncakes, Fairmont Singapore Their box of 4 mooncakes would set you back at just $49.40 and if you were to opt for a box of 4 with double yolk and a tea set, it…