BRUNCH AT ANTHESIS BOULANGERIE, BISTRO & CAFE

|PUBLISHED 21st June 2014

Weekends are especially awesome when you start the day off with a great meal and a fabulous company. Think. You worked for at least 8 hours a day from Monday to Friday, and finally comes the weekend where you can just sit back, chill and relax with the people close to your heart. How awesome is that ? Today I finally met my UOL girls to celebrate the June babies birthdays. I can never be more than thankful to have met all of them. Suk Mun, Jiamin, Ade and Jieting. We stood by each other during our three years of university life, and now that we have graduated for say, three years ? We are still make time for each other on all our birthdays no matter how busy our lives may get.

Anthesis is located along Robertson Quay and boy we had such a hard time locating the cafe ! We meet at Boat Quay station and took a cab down. But apparently both mine and Jieting's cab driver has no freaking clue where 86 Robertson Quay is. So the cab driver dropped us at M Hotel and we walk rounds and rounds, back and forth, before we finally found Anthesis. We remembered we need to cross a bridge to get to MerryMen or Toby's, which is near Anthesis. But us girls being girls, we crossed the wrong bridge !! So we went from quite-near to really-far from our destination. I almost killed myself cause I passed by the bridge so many times yet I didn't notice we could have just crossed the damn bridge.

But that aside, Anthesis a tiny little cafe, but I like it for its rustic and industrial feel. Anthesis serves an extremely modest menu, but all in all, food was really good and that totally made up for the entire bad location hunting process ! My initial plan was to try their muesli, but after all the walk, I knew I had to have something even more hearty.

My Breakfast, My Way


(Scrambled eggs, Sourdough bread, Smoked salmon, Sauteed mushrooms and grilled tomato with rocket salad)


(Sunny side ups, Sourdough bread, Sausage, Sauteed mushrooms and grilled tomato with rocket salad)

Eggs Duet


(Smoked salmon, Scrambled eggs, Mushroom frittata, Chipolata and Bacon)

And finally our traffic light Smoothies


L-R : Mixed Berries, Avocado, Mango and Chocolate

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ANTHESIS
86 Robertson Quay
#01-01 Robertson Blue
Singapore 238245

Tue: 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
Wed - Sat: 8:30 am - 10:00 pm
Sun: 8:30 am - 6:00 pm

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In general, I thought that the food was commendable, and definitely will pay a return visit in future ! I had many recommendations from friends to order the muesli so that will definitely be on my to-order list at Anthesis when I visit it again ! Now that I know my way there, I think it shouldn't be a problem already heh.

The sandals are so freaking pretty that I am gonna go get a pair myself too

Till then, xoxo

DISCOVERING THE ULTIMATE TRANSFORMATION

|PUBLISHED 01st June 2014

Sorry guys I have been missing for so long. Weekdays are usually spent slogging away at the office while on weekends I just want to laze at home rather than turn on the laptop and blog. So pardon the mini MIA. You may like to check out my daily little happenings via my Instagram though.

I finally had the time to head down to iKon Salon to tame my tresses :D I always look forward to my salon visits because I know my hair will be well taken care of and I'll get treated like a queen and leave the salon feeling like a million dollars :DDD

I was battling with really bad spilt ends cause I haven't been conditioning my hair for almost 4 months so I was really excite when Mel contacted me to try out the new Kerasilk Keratin Treatment.

This Kerasilk Keratin Treatment by GoldWell is the first customizable long lasting 2 component keratin treatment with 100% perfect results. It helps to make unruly and frizzy hair manageable and can last for as long as 5 months !

The process involves selecting different Keratin Shape and Keratin Smooth according to my desired shaping and smoothing results. But of course, I left this extremely important decision to the ever-so-professional Mel. After having shampooed my hair with the Kerasilk Purifying Shampoo, my hair is sectioned off and the balm is then applied and allowed to sit for 15 minutes. My hair is then blown dry and flat-ironed. After a final wash with the Keratin Care Shampoo, the Kerasilk Sealing Serum is applied to seal the KeraShape technology.

And the end result ?

You might think it will be those stiff and artificial rebonded hair but NO, its like natural soft hair !!

I went in with some beggar looking hair... And walked out looking like a QUEEN !!
(No, not because the perm was bad but cause I didn't condition it at all for a good four months)

I am totally sold because my hair feels super duper soft and luxe after that !!

I am absolutely lost for words as to how much I love this treatment. Everyone who knows me long enough will know how much woes I faced with my hair my entire life. I have the craziest natural curls and I had such a headache maintaining them that I decided to perm them once and for all. If you can't get rid of it, you live with it. But now that I am introduced to this amazing treatment, I can finally have soft and straight hair again !!

Thank you iKon Salon and Mel for the pretty new hair !

Remember to call to book your appointment in advance !

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IKON HAIR SALON
1 Coleman Street #02-14
The Adelphi Singapore 179803
Tel : +65 9684 2128

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Till then, xoxo

Squat Challenge : Have you squat today ?

Happy Easter Everybody !

Today I wanted to share with you a new challenge I am trying out for the month of April. Well, we’ve all heard about it – the Lorna Jane Squat Challenge. I know we are already into the 3rd week of the month, but let's just get started and stay committed for the next 30 days. Starting with 30 squats, and each day we do more and more squats in an effort to tighten the bum and strengthen the legs.

Details of the challenge are in the image below. It looks pretty tough, but think firmer and perkier booty ! I have just completed my 30 squats for today. I did a variation squat though, Goblet Squat with a 2kg dumb bell. So who's with me ? Simply hash tag #mytaintedworldfitnessjourney on Instagram so I can follow you too !

For those who needs help correcting your squat posture, check out the video below,

Apart from working out, eating healthily is also good for the body. It makes you healthier, happier, and all around better about yourself. With the pre-wed shoot coming up, I am more bent on going through this entire fitness/happiness journey. My goal would be to get a toned and lean body and put only good foods into my body. I also aim to drink more water and avoid sugary food and drinks altogether - other than bbt which I will slowly try to quit.

As I try to lead a healthier lifestyle, I will keep you all updated with my fitness entries as well. I would also love if you guys could join me so that we can all motivate each other ! So grab a buddy now and don't forget to hash tag #mytaintedworldfitnessjourney ! Doing this together will make working out and eating healthier a lot easier. We can even share recipes and fitness routines with each other. I am so excited to see how this goes and I am hoping I will obtain what I want come March 2015.

Till then, xoxo

My Secret To ..

Cellulite, stubborn fats, stretch marks... They are all so ugly and they make most women feel insecure about themselves. Today's post is specially for those of you out there who desires for a pair of perfect legs but never had the time to do anything about it. As you all know, sometimes even with exercises and workouts, stubborn fats remain as stubborn fats.

I may look like I have fairly skinny limbs but that doesn't mean I am not a victim of cellulite, stubborn fats and stretch marks. In fact, I do have a pretty bad case of cellulite and stretch marks on my thighs. Trust me when I say I know exactly how it feels.

I was recently introduced to Hello Beauty's Leg Contouring Essence and I was pretty surprise at how it's helping with my flabby legs and cellulites.

This lightweight and non-greasy essence contains my favourite whitening agent Arbutin and other natural ingredients that not only slims and firms your legs, but also promotes blood circulation and softens while hydrating your skin. It also contains natural plant extract formulated for optimal absorption.

Before, 13.50 cm


After, 13.15 cm



With a mere 3 minutes daily, you can achieve fairer and slimmer legs in just 2 weeks.

Colour my word

If you're following me on my instagram, you would have noticed that JS and I bought ourselves a new pair of trainers each ! It is definitely not a me-thing to be so obsessed with barbie pink and running but I figured it's time I stop procrastinating and start running again.

And since it was payday not long ago, I decided to buy myself something to reward myself for the hardwork I've put in in the past month. I also figured that if I paid a "huge" amount on the new kicks, I would want to wear them more often to fully utilize them. That being said, I'll end up working out more so that's actually good news aye ?

I've also made a pact with the boyfriend that I'll lose 10kg by April 1st so hopefully I don't lose this pact. I am 55kg now so I better start getting myself back in shape before my pre-wed shoot.

Talk about beauty : Hello there, sparkling eyes

Headed down to COVO for my lash touchup last week and again, I am amazed at the magic Jeane did on my lashes. I have been receiving a handful of questions regarding my lash extension experience so I'll be answering some of the frequently asked questions here.

(1) Does it hurt ? How does it feel like ?

Well, to be very honest, throughout both my sessions at COVO, there was totally zero pain, neither was there any irritations at all. I felt literally nothing and even fell into a deep sleep on both sessions. The only feeling you could get is probably having something touch your lash as Jeane sticks the extensions on, that's all. And I swear it's true !!

(2) How long does it last ?

The photo you see above are my 3 weeks old extensions. Most extensions can last up to 3 weeks, or even a month, depending on how well they are taken care of. The extensions will slowly fall off but don't you worry about your own real lash cause lashes fall and regrow every few weeks so you girls don't need to be scared of losing all your real lashes.

(3) Isn't false lashes cheaper and easier ?

HELL NO !! Lash extensions saves so much time and effort !! I don't know how long you girls take to do your make up but I personally take a long time cause I simply suck at it. And having to put mascara and trying to stick the eyelashes properly is such a chore no ??

On days when you don't want to have heavy make up, like school days or Monday morning blues, with eyelash extensions you can just pat on some foundation and head out and you still look pretty cause you'll have full volumized lashes!!

And another reason is - eyelash extensions always stays curled up !! You don't ever have to worry about your lashes falling down and looking uncurled at the end of the day. That's definitely one plus point for super lazybones like me.

Ok, more photos of my chio lashes !

Want to get your lashes done as well ?

Head down to COVO today ! COVO is located at Keong Saik Street, right off Outram MRT Exit H !!

COVO HAIR SALON
43 Keong Saik Road
Tel : +65 6221 4585

Quote 'HUISHAN' to get 20% off eyelash extension services for first-time customers !
Any queries or concerns regarding eyeslash extensions, feel free to email me at toxikk_@hotmail.com

Talk about cooking : Chicken Bulgogi 닭불고기

   For those who have been waiting, here's your long awaited post on my recipe for Korean Chicken Bulgogi.
 Step 1 : Add the following ingredients to the sliced chicken thigh.   You may also use pork or beef, whichever meat you prefer.
   
 Step 2 : Mix well 
 Step 3 : Add in spring onions and onions
   
Step 4 : Mix well
   
 Step 5 : Leave the mixture to set for 30 mins
   
 Step 6 : Fry the mixture Step 7 : Add some sesame seeds and seaweed to garnish
   
 Viola ~ And you are done !!
 

Talk about beauty : Windows to My Soul

Sparkly and fluttery eyes ? All thanks to my gorgeous Japanese eyelash extensions done at COVO !

Beauty is never effortless for me. Furthermore, I am a real lazy bone. Ever since I started working full time, there is only this much me time I can have for myself. Because of my lazy nature, I stopped taking care of my skin, stopped taking care of my tresses, stopped dolling up, and as time goes by, I stopped pampering myself entirely.

Then reality snapped. Running a Sales & Marketing department, I need to look good. Or at least, presentable. But the lazy bones in me is not willing to sacrifice time off my sleep to make up in the morning. The most I will do to my face in the morning is sunblock, and that's it, and when I report for work my colleagues would ask me if I am sick cause my eyes simply look so dead.

People often say our eyes are the windows to our soul. Like many other Asian females, I am born with relatively short and sparse lashes. In order to achieve sparkly and fluttery eyes, I need to curl my lashes and apply layers and layers of mascara which is extremely time consuming, especially during the morning rush hours. My saviour to this woes is, JEANE from COVO.

COVO is located at Keong Saik Street, right off Outram MRT Exit H

COVO HAIR SALON
43 Keong Saik Road
Tel : +65 6221 4585

Before I start my session, I was asked to fill up some forms and I proceeded to the consultation with Jeane. I was totally spoilt for choice with the various curl types and lengths to choose from. There was also different styles of extensions. All in all, there were so many combinations for me to choose from I can't even decide so I trusted Jeane to customise what she think would be most suitable for me - C curl, with varying thickness for a more natural look.

The magical room where I fell asleep and woke up with gorgeous eyes


During the process

It has been slightly more than a week since I did my lashes and although some are falling off, but most of them are still standing strong. What I love about lash extensions is that are already curled so you don't have to curl them or put on any mascara. It literally saves me all the time from having to do any eye makeup. Well, you still can put on eye makeup if you want, but why bother to waste your time when you can have instant gorgeous eyes ?!

Why should you try eyelash extensions ?

It's time saving ! For lazy bones like me, who doesn't put makeup regularly, you will definitely look more presentable or at least look more awake. Once you start, you probably cannot stop. Can't wait for my next visit to COVO for my touchup. For those who are interested,

Quote 'HUISHAN' to get 20% off eyelash extension services for first-time customers !
Any queries or concerns regarding eyeslash extensions, feel free to email me at toxikk_@hotmail.com

MY SURPRISE PROPOSAL

It has been slightly past a week since I got proposed to and to be very honest, everything still feels very much like a dream to me. Although I already knew that the ring was ready long ago, like early this year, I never thought that he would pull such an early (and AMAZING one) on me. Yes, you read it right. I was aware of the ring’s existence. I can’t remember when we started discussing the idea of getting a ring together, but JS decided to let me choose my own stone cause it’s something that will follow me through my entire life and he wants me to like it, while he chooses the setting (so that I can still have that surprise element) but somehow it ended up with both of us choosing the entire ring together (: